Bhutan(Thimphu 1N – Punakha 1N – Paro 2N) by Flight
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Abhiwadan Expedition Holidays Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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This package comprises of 1 Night Thimpu, 1 Night Punakha and 2 Night Paro sightseeing. Ideal for travellers looking for tours & treks. Confirm trip pace, inclusions and seasonal suitability with the provider.
Journey at a glance
Day 01: Paro Airport – Thimphu Sightseeing — (Distance: 65 kms. / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2350 mts.) 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. Afternoon start for half day Thimphu sightseeing consist of Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) a place for refreshing with a huge statue of Buddha on the top of the Kuensel Phodrang, King's (National) Memorial Chorten - This Chorten was built in 1974 in a typical Tibetan style. It is also a center of worship for the people living in Thimphu. Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion) - The Dzong is the seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan) at present. & Folk Heritage Museum. Overnight stay at Thimphu. Day 02: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue - Sightseeing — (Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1310 mts.) 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 excursion trip 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 will be at Punakha / Wangdue. Day 03: Punakha/Wangdue – Paro Sightseeing — (Distance: 140 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Paro: 2280 mts.) After breakfast drive to Paro (7,483 ft.). On the way stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Park - The park contains a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna and features a huge species of plants and animals including endangered species. 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. Day 04: Paro Sightseeing — After breakfast visit Drukgyel Dzong. Also visit famous Taktsang Monastery - called “Tiger's Nest” (2hrs hike from the base camp) & Kitchu Monastery. Overnight stay will be at Paro. Day 05: Paro Airport — After breakfast check out from hotel and drop at Paro Airport for your onward journey.
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HOTEL 2PAX 4PAX 6 PAX 8 PAX EXR. Matt. 2 Star Standard 16400 11800 10200 13300 4200 3 Star Deluxe 18300 14000 12200 12100 4300 4 Star Premium 21300 16100 14600 14300 7000 HOTEL CATEGORY THIMPU PUNAKHA PARO 2 Star Standard Hotel Shantideva /Hotel 89/Hotel Horizon / Hotel Kenny Kingaling (Std)/ Similar Dechen Hill Resort / Sonam Trophel / Hotel Season 3 Star Deluxe Bhutan Kubera / White Tara /Similar Pema Karpo / Lekhar Resort /Similar Perli Cottage / Taskang Paradise/Namsey Cholling (Std) Keuphen & Spa 4Star Premium Khamsum Inn / Himilayan Kisa / Similar Dragon Nest Resort / Meri Phuensum / Similar Perli Cottage / Taskang Paradise/Namsey Cholling (Std) Keuphen & Spa
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