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ASIA | THAILAND

9 Days – 8 Nights

Classic Bhutan

• Visit the Tschogang Lhakhang temple

• Visit the Kings Memorial Chorten and the 

Buddha Point

• Visit the Nationak Library and the Institute 

for Zorig Chusum

• Explore the Simply Bhutan Museum  

• Explore the Pangri Zampa monastery and 

Trashichhoezdzong

• Explore Phobjikha Valley and the   

Black-Necked Crane Information Centre

• Hike through paddy fields and villages  

to Chimi Lhakhang

• Visit Sanghchhen Dorji Lhuendrup 

Lhakhang Nunnery and Temple Complex

• Explore Taktshang Monastery 

• Marvel at the sights of Kyichu Lhakhang 

SPECIAL FEATURES

• 8 nights hotel accommodation

• Private Tours and transfers

• English-speaking guide

• Govermental royalty and taxes

• Entrance fees

• Bhutan visa fee

• 8 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 8 Dinners

• (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner

TOUR INCLUDES

MEALS

TrimpuPunakha

Paro

Gangtey

Day1

 

Arrive Paro by air and transfer to Thimphu

 

On arrival, you will be met by our representative and 
drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. En-route, 
you’ll stop at Chuzom, the confluence of the Thimphu 
and Paro rivers, the “mother and father” rivers of the 
state.  In Thimphu we’ll check into our hotel. Afternoon 
we’ll visit the King’s Memorial Chorten continuously 
surrounded by people reciting mantras and spinning 
prayer wheels. From here we’ll continue to Buddha 
Point (Kuensel Phodrang) and take in the largest 
statue of Buddha in the country and the spectacular 
views. We’ll end the day with a stroll through Thimphu 
and overnight here. (L, D)

Day 2

 

Thimphu

After breakfast we’ll visit the National Library, which 
holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and 
manuscripts, and the Institute for Zorig Chusum. 
From here we’ll move to the Textile Museum and 
explore its collection antique Bhutanese artifacts. 
Simply Bhutan is our next stop. It is a living museum 
and studio encapsulating the cultural heritage of the 
Bhutanese people. After lunch, we’ll travel to Pangri 
Zampa, a 16th-century monastery, a monastic 
school where students learn Lamaism and astrology 
based on Buddhist philosophy. Our last stop of the 
day is Trashichhoedzong, an impressive fortress/
monastery that houses the Secretariat and the throne 
room of the King. Tonight we’ll sleep in Thimphu. (B, L, D)

Day 3

 

Thimphu  • Gangtey 

After breakfast, we’ll drive to Gangtey via the 
Dochula Pass (Altitude 3080m). On a clear day, the 
area offers spectacular views over the high peaks 
of the eastern Himalayas. On arrival in Gangtey, 
we’ll settle into the hotel and enjoy an evening stroll 
through the village. (B, L, D)

Day 4

 

Gangtey

This morning we’ll visit Gangtey Goempa. Perched 
on a small hill, this is the largest Nyingmapa 
monastery in Bhutan. Spread out before us is the 
stunning Phobjikha valley. The Black-Necked 
Crane Information Centre, equipped with high-power 
spotting scopes, offers information that outlines the 
natural and cultural history of the area. Tonight, we’ll 
stay in Gangtey. (B, L, D)

Day 5

 

Gangtey • Punakha

This morning we’ll share breakfast and drive to 
Punakha, the old capital of Bhutan. Upon our arrival 
in Punakha, we’ll check in and visit Punakha Dzong

, 

Bhutan’s capital until 1955.This morning we’ll hike 
through paddy fields and villages, about (about a 1½ 
hour walk) to Chimi Lhakhang, the temple of fertility, 
sacred to those hoping to conceive. We’ll overnight 
in Punakha (B, L, D)

Day 6

 

Punakha 

After breakfast, we’ll spend the day at the 
Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang Nunnery 
and Temple Complex. The temple complex houses 
a permanent meditation centre for nuns, a school 
for traditional arts and boasts a wonderful collection 
of Buddhist sculpture. The evening is yours to 
explore; We’ll spend the night in Punakha. (B, L, D)

Day 7

 

Punakha • Paro 

After breakfast, drive to Paro and visit Simtokha 
Dzong, the oldest fortress of the country (1627) 
now housing a school for Buddhist studies. In 
Paro, we’ll check in, have lunch and head to Ta 
Dzong, the National Museum. From here, a short 
walk will bring you to Rinpung Dzong (ParoDzong), 
(“Fortress of the Heap of Jewels”), which has a 
long and fascinating history. Tonight we’ll sleep in 
Paro. (B, L, D)

Day 8

Paro

After breakfast we’ll set out on foot for Taktshang 
Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), a round trip of five hours. 
One of Bhutan’s most famous monasteries, perched 
above the Paro Valley. Severely damaged by fire in 
1998, this Bhutanese jewel has been restored to 
its original splendour. In the afternoon we’ll drive to 
Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress built to defend 
against Tibetan invaders centuries ago and in the 
evening, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang, 
one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by 
Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. This temple marks 
the introduction of Buddhism into Bhutan. Again, we’ll 
sleep in Paro. (B, L, D)

 

Day 9

Depart Paro

After an early breakfast at the hotel, we’ll get you to 
the airport for your flight and our representative will 
bid you a fond farewell. (B)

Classic Bhutan 

City

4 Star Hotels

5 Star Hotels

Thimphu

      Hotel Druk 

 Le Meridien 

Punakha

 RKPO Green Resort 

 Dhensa Boutique Resort 

Gangtey

 RKPO Green Resort 

Gangtey Lodge 

Farm House

Paro

Raven Nest Resort 

The Village Lodge

 Le Meridien 

Period

Double

Single

Double

Single

Jan-Feb-June-Aug & Dec 2018/Jan-Feb 2019

$2,724

$3,423

$4,147

$5,994

March-May & Sept - Nov 2018/March 2019

$3,083

$3,776

$5,333

$7,917

Dec 20 2018 - Jan 15 2019    

 On Request

Single Supplement - Single Travelling alone

$692

$692

Prices are in USD

Private Tour