Bhutan is beacon of light for the world of tourism. For decades the country has been reputed the world over forits eco-friendly tourism policy (in fact ever since it reluctantly opened up the country to tourism in 1974) which continues to define the framework for its growth and development as a tourist destination. Ranked amongst the world’s top ten bio-diverse hot spots it has very seriously and consciously preserved its ecological strengths, rooted deeply in the emotional world of the Bhutanese people and their and deep and abiding belief in the spiritual ties of man and Nature.
Meet & Greet on arrival at Paro Airport and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. Evening explore the Thimpu town by walk. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
After breakfast visit Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) a place for refreshing with a huge statue of Buddha on the top of the Kuensel Phodrang, National Memorial Chorten (Monument) & Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon visit Sangaygang View Point, Changangkha Monastery, Takin Preserve Centre, the national animal of Bhutan can be seen here. In the evening visit Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion). Overnight stay at Thimphu.
After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, On the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.) to view the higher Himalayas. Arrival at Punakha check in at hotel. After noon visit Punakha Dzong - built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. For many years until the time of the second king, it served as the seat of the Government. The Dzong was named Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo and King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck convened the first National Assembly here in 1952. After that take a short and easy hike to visit the Chhimi Lhakhang - The Temple, also known as “The Temple of Fertility” was built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, “The Devine Mad Man”. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Punakha / Wangdue.
After breakfast drive to Paro (7,483 ft.). On the way stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Park. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong - National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangkha, etc. Rinpung Dzong - Meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels". The dzong now serves as the administrative and judicial seat of Paro. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.
After breakfast hike to the famous Taktsang Monastery - called “Tiger’s Nest” (2 hrs hike from the base camp). Later visit Drukgyel Dzong & Kyichu Monastery. Overnight stay at Paro.
After breakfast check out from hotel and drop at Paro Airport for your onward journey.
| City | Hotel* |
|---|---|
| Thimphu | Migmar / Kisa Hotel / Gakyil |
| Punakha | Punatsangchhu Cottage / Dragon Nest / Pema Karpo |
| Paro | Ratna Vara / Drukchen / Pema Yangsel / Tashi Phuentshok |
| City | Hotel* |
|---|---|
| Thimphu | Kuenphen Rabten Resort / Pedling / Lemon Tree Thimphu |
| Punakha | River Valley / Sonamgang Hotel |
| Paro | Zhideychen Resort / Bhutan Mandala Resort / Tenzinling Resort |
| City | Hotel* |
|---|---|
| Thimphu | Dusit D2 Yarkay |
| Punakha | RKPO Green Resort |
| Paro | Naksel Boutique (Superior) / Himalayan Keys Forest Resort |
| City | Hotel* |
|---|---|
| Thimphu | Taj Tashi (Deluxe) |
| Punakha | Dhensa Boutique Resort |
| Paro | Le Meridien (Deluxe) |
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Note: Hotels serve both Vegetarian & Non-Vegetarian food which would be basic & freshly prepared. Specific regional Indian cuisine will not be available. Only the basic Indian Vegetarian / Non – Vegetarian food can be arranged.
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