Essence of Bhutan 'B' (07 nights / 08 days)

Day 01: Arrive Phuntsholing
• Arrival in Phuntsholing and you will meet the representative from Bhutan Journeys on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
• Evening take a walk around Phunstholing town.
• Overnight Druk Hotel / Similar

Day 02: Phunstholing – Thimphu (175kms) (6-7 hours)
Morning depart for Thimphu. After 20 minutes drive you will visit Kharbandi monastery built 1967, offers stunning views of Indian planes.
The road takes a steep climb through tropical vegetations to Gedu, recently established town due to Tala Hydropower project.
Drive offers one of best sceneries of water falls and lush green valleys
Pass through Chukha Hydropower commissioned in 1968 and Chukha town.
Lunch will be served Bunakha Guest house
Afternoon pass through Chapcha village and descend down to Chunzom, confluences of Thimphu and Paro River.
You will see three forms Chortens in different styles i.e. Nepales, Tibetan and Bhutanese.
Following Thimphu River upwards passing through several villages
Thimphu is situated in a large valley traversed by Wangchuk River and overshadowed by high peaks
On arrival in Thimphu, you will be taken to the best hotel located in the heart of town, easy access to go around the commercial establishment.
Evening you will have free time to explore by your own.
Dinner and Overnight: Hotel

Day 03: Thimphu Sightseeing
Morning, visit to School of Arts & Crafts, Textile & Folk Heritage Museum and Memorial Chorten ( Stupa).
Afternoon drive to Sangay Gang (BBS Tower) to glimpse the view of Thimphu valley.
En-route visit Mini zoo to see the National Animal “Takin” and followed by visit Tashi ChoDzong (main seat of the government and summer residence of Jey Khenpo (Chief Abbot) and central monk body and Handicrafts shops.
Dinner and Overnight: Hotel

Day 04: Thimphu – Dochu la pass – Punakha
Morning visit the Traditional paper Factory
Depart for Punakha, drive takes about 3 hours over Dochul la pass ( 3050m)
The pass is dotted with many chortens (stupas) and colourful flags), offers a stunning views of eastern Himlayan peaks on a clear day.
Stop at the Dochula cafeteria for light refreshment and descend to the fertile valley of lobesa.
After 20 minutes of driving, you will arrive at your hotel. You settle doen at the hotel and have some lunch.
Afternoon drive to visit Punakha Dzong, the most impressive Dzong in the country ideally located between the two rivers.
Drive back to the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight: Hotel

Day 05: Punakha / Lobesa / Thimphu / Paro)
Morning depart you hotel to take a gradual hike to Chhimi Lakhang through the Lobesa village and rice fields
Visit the Chimi “lakhang” (monastery “ Temple of fertility” built in 15th Century by Lama Drukpa Kuenley also known as (Divine Madman). It is a popular pilgrimage sight for all Bhutanese and is especially revered by women for its fertility powers.
Walk back to the road head and drive to Dochula for lunch.
Afternoon continue your journey to Paro.
Crossing the confluence, en-route view Tachogang monastery, “the temple of excellent horse” built by Thangthong Gyalpo (Iron chain builder in Bhutan).
Paro retains its bucolic nature in spite of the existence of development projects and one the most beautiful valley in the country.
Check in your hotel.
Dinner and overnight: Hotel

Day 06: Paro Sightseeing
Morning Visit Ta Dzong (National Museum), which shed further light that you will be seeing on your trip.
Visit Rinpung Dzong built in 1646, which houses the administrative center for Paro District and religious institute for monks. Walk down to the coach crossing over the wooden covered bridge called (Nymezampa) which spans over Paro River.
Lunch will be arranged at one of the local restaurant in Paro town.
Afternoon visit Drukgyel Dzong (the ruined fortress) which reveals the ancient architecture and on a clear day, you will be able to view the stunning view of Mt. Chomolhari looming over the dzong.
Stroll in Paro town and drive back to your hotel.
Dinner and Overnight: Hotel

Day 07: Paro Taktsang Excursion
Morning drive towards the north of Paro Valley to Ramthangkha and hike to visit Taktsang monastery.
The trail climbs through beautiful pine forest, many of tress festooned with moss and an occasional grove of fluttering prayers flags.
This monastery is one of the most venerated and sacred of all Buddhist sights around the world.
The legend has it that Guru Rimpoche( founding saint of Buddhism) flew from eastern Bhutan on a tigress and meditated for three months.
Permits ill be arranged to visit the monastery and can arrange a horse ridding till the cafeteria. After visiting the monastery, walk down to cafeteria for lunch. Afternoon walk down to the base and drive to Paro town.
Drive back to your hotel
Farewell Dinner and Overnight: Hotel

Day 08: Depart Paro Airport
Morning drive to airport for your onward flight destination.

Cost (in Rs per person)

The above price includes following services
1. Twin sharing accommodation
2. All three meals with tea / coffee and snacks
3. Comfortable transportation within Bhutan
4. Guide Services
5. Sightseeing as per the itinerary
6. All Entrances fees and permits

Services not included:
1. Drinks and private laundry
2. Airfare for your desired flight sector

Note: Request of meals will be entertained for the clients.

You can contact us or email us at info@bhutanjourneys.com.