Day 1: Arrive Paro International Airport
During the journey, one will experience breath-taking view of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga and other famous Himalayan peaks, including the sacred Jumolhari and Mount Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be received by representatives of Bhutan Travellers and escort to the hotel.
Day 2: Paro
Drive to Drukgyal Dzong (a ruined fortress - 16 km away from Paro Town). Although in ruins, This Dzong is of great historical importance. It was here that the Bhutanese finally defeated the invading Tibetans and drove them back. From here, the peak of Jumolhari "Mountain of the Goddess" can be seen on a clear day (Alt. 7,329 m /24,029 ft.). On the way back you visit a typical Bhutanese farmhouse. After lunch, at the hotel, take a leisurely stroll around the compound. Overnight in Hotel
Day 3: Paro - Thimphu
This morning drive along the winding road along the Paro Chu (Chu means water or river) down stream to the confluence with the Wang Chu then turn upstream and travel along the Wang Chu to Thimphu, the Capital. Lunch will be served at the Hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Memorial Chorten, dedicated to the Late Third King of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 4: Thimphu
Visit Tashichho Dzong, the main Government Secretariat building, where the government ministries, the Office of His Majesty the King and the Throne Room, and the offices and living quarters of the monk body and the Chief Abbot are housed. Wander in the town, visit shops and the Handicrafts Emporium, where Bhutanese textiles and other handicrafts are available. Visit the workshop where the handicrafts are made. Visit the painting and woodcrafts schools where traditional painting and other arts are kept alive. Visit the National Library and see the ancient manuscripts preserved there. Visit the Simtokha Dzong (6 km from Thimphu), the oldest Dzong in Bhutan built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1629 A.D.
Day 5: Thimphu - Trongsa
The journey to central Bhutan begins today. The drive to Trongsa takes about 7 - 8 hours from Thimphu. Packed lunch will be arranged. Lunch stop at Chendebji Chorten. Overnight at Hotel in Trongsa.
Day 6: Trongsa - Jakar (Bumthang)
Drive to Jakar, which takes about 2 1/2 hours from Trongsa - a pleasant drive through scenic forests and countryside. You also cross one of the highest passes named Yotongla (Alt. 17,000 ft.) along the East - West Highway on this drive. Bumthang (the "Plain of Ghosts") is a land of mysteries and mystics and tales of the great Guru Padmasambhava who performed formidable feats and miracles in historical time in this place still hold sway. A beautiful sighting of Jakar Dzong (“ Castle of the White Bird") can be had from View Point. Lunch will be served in Hotel. Afternoon, a hike up to Lame Gompa, a temple built by the First King of Bhutan for his two nun sisters. Overnight halt in Hotel.
Day 7: Bumthang – Thowadrak
The monastery, which clings to the highest rock above north of Tang valley, was built by Dorji Lingpa. Guru Rimpoche and Mandarava are believed to be meditated here. The region is also sealed as ‘Beyul’ by Guru’s consort Yeshe Tsogyel. Walk for about 4 hours from the road head. Its elevation 3400 metres. Camp near the monastery. Overnight at the camp.
Day 8-10: Meditation at Thowadrak
Day 11: Bumthang-Punakha
After breakfast proceed to Trongsa where lunch would be served in local restaurant famous for its cuisine. Before arriving in Punakha visit Wangdiphodrang Dzong and town en route. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Punakha.
Day 12: Punakha-Gangtey-Paro
Sightseeing in Wangdiphodrang that is typical small Bhutanese town, with bustling market and well-stocked shops. The place is also known for its fine bamboo works, slate and stone carvings, and yak diary research station. Wangdue is the town’s most visible feature, situated majestically at the junction of Puna Chu and Tang Chu rivers. After lunch drive to Paro en route visiting village house. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 13 Depart
Our representative will bid you ware well.
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