Bhutan is a
land of dramatic contrasts. Wedged
between two giant neighbours, India
and China, its terrain ranges from
the tropical southern foothills near
sea level to dizzying heights of over
7,300 metres (24,000 feet.) A visitor
can travel through different ecological
zones, from the tropical to the snow-capped
peaks near the Tibetan plateau.
It is one of the protected land and
left blissfully untouched from the
rest of the world for a centuries.
The Drukpa Kagyu school of Mahayana
Buddhism provided the essence of a
rich culture and a fascinating history.
The Bhutanese people protected this
sacred heritage and unique identity
for centuries by choosing to remain
shrouded deep in a jealously guarded
isolation.
For the sensitive visitor who will
respect the delicate sensitivities
of this pristine land and share the
sacred values of its people, Bhutan
has now gently opened its doors. A
limited number of people are now allowed
in every year for carefully organised
cultural tours, trekking and climbing,
or just absorbing its untouched beauty
covered by more than 64 percent of
the land area by forest.
8 Days Bhutan
tour
Day 01:
Arrival to Paro, reception and hotel
Tiger Nest Resort in Paro. Short stroll
around the township.
Day 02 Paro:
Visit the impressive Drugyal Dzong,
Ta Dzong-the natural history museum,
view the 7th century Kyichu temple,
etc. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03 Paro-
Thimpu:
Morning walk to Dzongdrakha monstery
(an example of farm life entwined
with Monastic living. Afternoon drive
by the two rivers to the Capital town
of Thimpu. Check into the hotel, stroll
about town, visit the memorial Chorten,
handicrafts centre for local products.
Day 04 in
Thimpu:
Morning visits to the hospital of
traditional medicine, the National
Library, School of Thanks Painting
, the Nunnery, handmade paper factory,
local gold and silver smiths. Overnight
hotel.
Day 05 Thimpu
- Punakha:
Scenic drive on the mountain route
towards the former Capital of Bhutan,
passing through Dochula pass, over
10,000ft; stunning scenery of the
Himalayan ranges can be seen on a
clear day. Descend to Wangdi Valley;
rest for Lunch and visit/ view Wangdue
& Punakha Dzongs. Overnight at
Hotel.
Day 06 Punakha
- Paro:
(Via Thimpu): Retrace this scenic
drive. Lunch at twon srestaurant in
Thimphu. After lunch continue drive
to Paro. Check into the hotel. Stroll
about the town or short walks around
the hotel.
Day 07 Paro
(Taktsang excursion):
Certainly the highlight of your visit
is today’s hike to Taktsanfg
retreat (tiger’s nest). This
is about 3 hrs walk uphill and can
also be done on the horse back as
well. Lunch en-route. Return downhill
on foot.
Day 08 Paro - Kathmandu/
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