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9 Nights / 10 Days - Summer

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Tour Inclusions
Flights Included*

Places Covered

2 Nights 1 Night 2 Nights 2 Nights 2 Nights

Thimphu Gangtey Bumthang Punakha Paro

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Daywise Itinerary

Arrive Paro By Air and Transfer To Thimphu:

On arrival at Paro Airport, (2200Mts). After immigration formalities and baggage collection, you will be met by our representative and
Day 1 afterwards drive to Thimphu, the capital town of Bhutan with en-route stop at Chuzom, the confluence of Thimphu and Paro rivers. Three
different style of stupas ; Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese adorn this confluence. On arrival, in Thimphu check-into the hotel. Evening an
exploratory walk around Thimphu main street and market area. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

In the morning, visit handmade paper mill, School of Arts and crafts (Closed on Saturday, Sundays and Government holidays) where
students learn 13 different arts used predominantly in Bhutan. Later visit national library and Simply Bhutan museum. Also experience
Archery at the Museum Itself. Later drive pass by memorial chorten built in memory of the 3rd King. Visit Buddha viewpoint, Changangkha
Day 2 Lhakhang, the oldest temple in the valley, Enclosure where national animal, Takin are kept and Zilukha Nunnery. Dinner and Overnight at
the hotel in Thimphu.

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 Today's early breakfast and drive passes through Dochula pass (3100mts) making the most beautiful pass in Bhutan. 108 Druk Wangyel
Chortens, built over the pass by queen mother in 2003 marks the pass more important than another passes. When the weather permits one
can enjoy a spectacular view of the highest mountains of Bhutan at a site that stretches almost 180 degrees. After a photo break, we will
Day 3 continue our drive to warm valley of Gangtey. On arrival, check into the hotel.
Later in the afternoon explore fascinating Phobjikha valley. This place is the winter home of black necked cranes that migrate from the arid
plains in the north to pass winter in milder and lower climate. The valley boasts two beautiful meandering rivers, Nakay Chhu (Chhu
Naap-black water) and Gay Chhu (Chhu Karp-white water). Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Gangtey.

Morning after breakfast visit Gangtey Goempa (monastery), perched on a ridge overlooking the valley. It is directed by Gangtey Tulku, the
ninth reincarnation (a "Tulku" is a reincarnate) of Pema Lingpa-a famous Buddhist saint and teacher.
Then drive to Trongsa crosses Pelela pass (3,300 m), the traditional boundary between east and west. The pass is marked by a large
Day 4 prayer flag and the ground is covered with high altitude dwarf bamboo. Stop en route at Chendbji Chorten, the stupa built in 18th century by
a Lama named Shida. It is Nepalese in style with eyes painted at four cardinal points.
Trongsa town, perched on steep slopes above a river gorge, forms the central hub of the nation and is the place from where attempts at
unifying the country were launched. The landscape around Trongsa is spectacular.
Also visit Trongsa Dzong, built in 1648 it was the seat of power over central and eastern Bhutan. Both the first and second Kings of Bhutan
ruled the country from this ancient seat.
Then continue drive to Bumthang across Yutong-la pass (3,400m/ 11,155 ft). The road winds steeply up to the pass from Trongsa, then
runs down through coniferous forest into a wide, open cultivated valley known as the Chumey valley.
Take a short stop at Chumey, a wide fertile valley where wheat, barley, potatoes and buckwheat are cultivated. Chumey is particularly
known for its famous wool weaving called 'Bumthang Yathra'. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Bumthang

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 After breakfast, visit Jambey Lhakhang. This monastery was built in the 7th century by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. It is one of the 108
monasteries built by him to subdue evil spirits in the Himalayan region. Its present architectural appearance dates from the early 20th
century. Then visit to Kurje Lhakhang, consisting of three temples. The one on the right was built in 1652 on the rack face where Guru
Day 5 meditated in the 8th century. Second temple is built on the site of a cave containing a rock with the imprint of Guru's body and is therefore
considered the most holy. The third temple was built in 1990s by Ashi Kesang, the Queen Mother. These three temples are surrounded by
a 108 chorten wall.
Afterwards visit to Jakar Dzong. Founded by great grand-father of the first Shabdrung, the Dzong was initially built as a monastery in 1549.
It was upgraded after the Shabdrung had firmly established his power in 1646. The Dzong is now used as administrative centre for
Bumthang valley, and houses the regional monk body.
Post lunch, visit Tamshing Lhakhang, the temple founded in 1501 by Terton Pema Lingpa, the re-incarnation of Guru Padsambhava. The
monastery has very ancient religious paintings like 1,000 Buddhas and 21 Taras (female form of Buddhistava). The temple was restored at
the end of the 19th century.
Then drive to Lhodrak Kharchhu Monastery. Located above the main town, the monastery was founded by Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche in
1984 who was recognized at a very young age by H.H. the 14th Dalai Lama and H.H. 16th Karmapa as the reincarnation of a Tibetan lama.
The monastery has become part of an extensive effort to preserve and revitalize Tibetan culture. The monks regular curriculum include
reading, memorizing the daily prayers, learning dharma dances, drawing mandalas, learning the melodies of sacred rituals, learning the use
of ceremonial instruments and the art of making sacrificial objects, grammer, poerty, karika along with the basics of contemplation and
instruction on the different stages of tantra.
Evening take a stroll around centre of Bumthang town, exploring shops and local market. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Bumthang

After breakfast, depart for the lengthy drive to Punakha. En route visit Ta Dzong, recently opened fort in Trongsa. The Ta Dzong, a
cylindrical stone structure rising five stories, was built in 1652 by Chogyal Minjur Tempa. After more than 350 years, it has been resurrected
into a classy museum, which represents a tasteful blend of tradition and modernity.
Day 6 On arrival in town, check into the hotel. Rest day spend at leisure Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Punakha

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 After breakfast hike up through fields of chilies, cabbages and rice along the banks of the Mo Chhu to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten
(approx. 2 hours round trip walk), a stunning monument recently built by the Queens and consecrated in 1999. Afternoon visit Sangchhen
Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang nunnery: Perched on a ridge amid pine trees and overlooking valleys of Punakha and Wangduephodrang,
Day 7 gleams the magnificent structures of Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang(Temple). The temple houses a 14-foot main bronze statue of
Avalokiteshvara (Chenrigzig chagtong chentong). Other statues include those of Guru Padmasambawa, Gautama Buddha, Zhabdrung
Ngawang Namgyel, Tsela Namsum, the 21 Taras and Tsepamay (Buddha of longevity). The Avalokiteshvara statue, one of the biggest in
the country, was the handiwork of entirely local Bhutanese artisans. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.

After breakfast drive back to Paro descending back down from Dochu La, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and Paro Chhu
river valleys, before crossing through Paro Town towards the north end of the valley. En route visit Simtokha Dzong, the place of profound
tantric teaching, this dzong now houses a school for the study of the Dzongkha language. Later in the day after checking into hotel, proceed
Day 8 to visit Ta Dzong, originally built as Watchtower, which now houses National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha
paintings, textiles, weapons and armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts.Then walk down the trail
to visit Rinpung Dzong, meaning ("fortress of the heap of jewels"), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries
lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life,
scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic Mandala. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

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 After breakfast excursion to Taktshang Monastery (approx 5 hours walk): It is one of the most famous of Bhutan's monasteries, perched on
the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this
monastery and hence it is called 'Tiger's Nest'. Afternoon drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought
Day 9 Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Chomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory from the
approach road to the Dzong. On the way, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan
King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan. Evening an exploratory walk around
Main Street and market area. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Departure From Paro:

After early breakfast at the hotel, drive to the airport for flight to Delhi/Kolkata. Our representative will help you with exit formalities and then
Day 10 bid you farewell from Bhutan. Take your connecting flight from Kolkata to onward journey.

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Accomodation

Hotel Phuntso Pelri Or Similar (Standard)

Destination : Thimphu | 2 Nights

Gakiling Lodge Or Similar (Standard)

Destination : Gangtey | 1 Night

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Ugyenling Or Similar (Standard)
Destination : Bumthang | 2 Nights

Y.T Hotel Or Similar (Standard)

Destination : Punakha | 2 Nights

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Yewong Eco Lodge Or Similar (Standard)
Destination : Paro | 2 Nights

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Inclusion

Services of Local English Speaking Guide

Travel Insurance

Transfers and Sightseeing by Non AC Toyota Coaster/Hiace/Similar depending on group Size.

Vehicles as per group size on Sharing basis

Vehicle is not at disposal - means it is for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
Seats Allotment in the Vehicle is on first come first serve basis at the venue, irrespective of the booking dates

Exclusion

Monument Entrances
Guide, Escort during transit stays and Kolkata Visit
Tips and Porterage
Camera fees, guide charges
Any services not mentioned in inclusion list

Supplements:

Private Vehicle for 2 to 3 Pax @ 28500 Per Vehicle

Private Vehicle for 4 to 6 Pax @ 32450 Per Vehicle
Private Vehicle for 7 to 9 Pax @ 38640 Per Vehicle
River Rafting at Punakha: INR 9500 (minimum 6 to 8 pax)

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