Duration
6 days
Max Group Size
50
Tour Code
BDA-2024-12
Tour Type
Request as group tour
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Age Requirement
0 - 0 Ages
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
English
Physical level
easy
Paro
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Bhutan
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Activities
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Witness: Extraordinarily beautiful mountain scenery and the traditional lifestyle of the Bhutanese people
Be inspired: By the notion of “Gross National Happiness” rather than growth economics
Luxuriate: In having sole access to your driver / guide, ensuring that you enjoy a rich and cultural experience
The Best of Bhutan is an exhilarating tour giving full insight of the art, architecture, tradition and culture of the Bhutan. The itinerary visits the prime locations and attractions in western Bhutan such as Paro, Thimphu (Capital of Bhutan) and the old capital of Bhutan – Punakha.
Highlights
- Witness spectacular bird’s eye view of the Himalayas while flying in/out from Paro.
- Experience Bhutan’s unique culture up-close with farmhouse visits and village excursions.
- Discover some of the most sacred Buddhist monasteries and temples in the Himalaya.
- Visit many cultural attractions including medieval fortresses (Dzongs), markets and museums.
- Experience Bhutanese culture, tradition and food.
- Hike up to the famous Taktsang Monastery, perched on a cliff 900m above the valley floor.
- Marvel at the elaborate and ancient wall paintings and carvings in Dzongs and temples.
- Traverse beautiful landscapes from lush valleys to dense forests.
Itinerary
Welcome to Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon. Touching down at Paro International Airport, you will be greeted by your guide upon exiting the arrival hall. Today, we will take it easy to acclimatize you to the altitude. Drive to Thimphu, check in to the hotel and lets have your first taste of Bhutanese cuisine. After which, you will visit the National Memorial Chorten which is built in honor of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Thimphu Dzong, the largest Dzong in Bhutan, is also the seat of the office of the King of Bhutan. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday most of the Thimphu population congregate on the banks of the Thimphu river where the Weekend Centenary Farmers’ Market is held. Here villagers from the valley and other nearby places come to sell their agriculture products. Thereafter, we will drive up to Kuenselphodrang Nature Park where the 169 feet bronze statue of Buddha Dordenma, Vajra Throne Buddha is located. It one of the largest statue of Buddha in the world. You can enjoy the night walking around Thimphu Town after dinner and may be walk into a bar for some local beer.
Trip includes
Included
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
Vegan
Jain
Kosher
Vegetarian
MeatExcluded
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