Bhutan At a Glance Tour
by Chen-Ray Travel & Tours
6 Days / 5 Nights 3 Destinations 1 Country
Thimphu (Thimpu) (2N) | Punakha (1N) | Paro (2N)
Countries Covered:
Bhutan
Bhutan
Overview
Destinations | Thimphu (Thimpu) (2N) | Punakha (1N) | Paro (2N) | ||||||||||||||||||
Countries | Bhutan | ||||||||||||||||||
Regions | Central Bhutan | Punakha District | Western Bhutan | Thimphu District | Paro District | ||||||||||||||||||
Tour Theme | Historical Tours | City Tours & Sightseeing | ||||||||||||||||||
Inclusions |
Accomodation/Hotels Included
Accommodation Double/Twin sharing Meals Included
Meal Plan: CP (Breakfast Only) Breakfast Private Car Included - Airport Transfers
- SUV vehicles for all transfer and sightseeing for up to 3pax, Toyota Hiace/Hyundai H1 for 4- 7 pax and Toyota Coaster for 8 pax and above. Hotel Transfers Included - Airport Transfers
- SUV vehicles for all transfer and sightseeing for up to 3pax, Toyota Hiace/Hyundai H1 for 4- 7 pax and Toyota Coaster for 8 pax and above. Tour Guide Included
Language spoken: English
English Speaking Guide Sightseeing Included
Sightseeing as per Itinerary
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Tour Operator | Chen-Ray Travel & Tours | Tour Length | 6 Days / 5 Nights | ||||||||||||||||
Tour Starts | Paro | Tour Ends | Paro | ||||||||||||||||
Tour Type | Private | Category | 3 Star | ||||||||||||||||
Age Group | Any |
Short Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive At Paro - Thimphu |
Day 2 | Thimphu |
Day 3 | Thimphu - Punakha |
Day 4 | Punakha - Paro |
Day 5 | Paro - Taktshang Hike |
Day 6 | Depart Paro |
Highlights
Book a glorious 6 day tour of Bhutan that includes attractions like Kuenselphodrang, Pa Chu (Paro river), Chang Gangkha Lhakhang, Dochu-la pass, Ta Dzong, Taktshang Monastery and more.
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Day 1
Arrive At Paro - Thimphu
The flight into Bhutan takes you close to the great Himalayas, offering dazzling scenic views of Some of worlds highest glacial peaks. As you enter Paro valley, you will sweep past forested hills with the silvery Pa Chu (Paro river) meandering down the valley below. Paro Dzong (fortress) and Ta Dzong (watchtower) on the hills above the town will be a fine sight. Chen-Ray Travel & Tours representative will receive you and will drive you to Thimphu with sightseeing en route and check into your hotel. After lunch, drive to Kuenselphodrang where worlds tallest Buddha (Dhordenma) Statue (169 feet) sits overlooking the Thimphu Valley. Enjoy the spectacular view of Thimphu city.
Visit the memorial chorten (Stupa) located in the center of the City which was built in the memory of our beloved Third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Evening free. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Hotel Riverview |
Overnight | Thimphu (Thimpu) |
Day 2
Thimphu
Visit Chang Gangkha Lhakhang one of the oldest Monasteries in the country. Visit the zoo at Motithang to gaze upon Takin, the National animal of Bhutan. Drive upward towards BBS tower to view the Thimphu city opposite to Kuenselphodrang. Drive down to the view point of Tashichho Dzong, the impressive fortress which houses the secretariat building, the throne room of His Majesty the King and various government offices. Visit craft bazaar where one can find all kinds of authentic handmade Bhutanese handicrafts including the national dress of Bhutan, Gho and Kira. Dinner and overnight at your hotel. Evening visit Tashichho Dzong the impressive fortress which houses the secretariat building, the throne room of His Majesty the King and various government offices. It is also the summer residence of the Chief Abbot and central monk body. Witness the Flag lowering ceremony before you enter the Dzong. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Hotel Riverview |
Overnight | Thimphu (Thimpu) |
Day 3
Thimphu - Punakha
After breakfast, drive up to Dochu-la pass (3,088m/10,130ft) stopping briefly here to take in the view and admire the 108 chortens, mani wall, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road. If skies are clear, the high Himalayan peaks towards the north east will be revealed in all their glory. On a clear day, the following peaks can be seen from this pass (left to right) Masagang (7,158m), Tsendegang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m), Jejegangphugang (7,158m), Kangphugang (7,170m), Zongaphugang (7,060m) a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana, and finally, Gangkar Puensum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7,497m. En route to Punakha, visit Chhimi Lhakhang the temple of fertility located on a hillock in the beautiful village of Messina between Wangduephodrang and Punakha districts. Drive to Punakha Dzong, a massive structure built at the junction of two rivers. Punakha was Bhutans capital until 1955, and Punakha Dzong still serves as the winter residence of the central monk body. Bhutans first king, Ugyen Wangchuck, was crowned here in 1907. The fortress has withstood damage from fire, earthquake and flood over the centuries. The latest flood, in October, 1994, caused great damage to the fortress but miraculously spared its most holy statue. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Meri Phuensum Resort |
Overnight | Punakha |
Day 4
Punakha - Paro
After breakfast in the hotel drive to Paro.Evening visit Ta Dzong, which in the past served as watchtower for Paro Dzong and now houses the National Museum. Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong), built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Tenzingling Resort |
Overnight | Paro |
Day 5
Paro - Taktshang Hike
OPTION 1
Hike to Taktshang Monastery, one of the holiest and the most beautiful sites of Bhutan. Taktshang, the tigers lair, acquires its name from the legend of its foundation, when in the 8th Century Guru Rimpoche, widely revered as the second Buddha, arrived from Tibet flying across the mountains on the back of a tigress. Evening free for shopping.
OPTION 2
If you cannot hike to Taktshang, drive to Chelela Pass the Kingdoms highest Motor able pass (3988m). Enjoy the spectacular view of the Paro and Haa valleys on either side of the pass.
En route enjoy the beauty of nature with different vegetation as you climb up the mountain. Bird lovers especially will love this trip. Visit Kichu Lhakhang one of the oldest Temples in the Kingdom. Evening stroll around Paro town for souvenirs. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Tenzingling Resort |
Overnight | Paro |
Day 6
Depart Paro
After an early breakfast in the hotel, drive to the airport for the flight back home. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
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Rates On 31st Dec 2015
Traveller | Occupancy | Remarks | Price Per Person |
Adult (+12 yrs) | Twin/Double Sharing | 2 Person (SUV) | Rs. 18,724 |
4 Person (Toyota Hiace / Hyundai H1) | Rs. 17,747 | ||
6 Person (Toyota Hiace / Hyundai H1) | Rs. 15,751 | ||
8 Person (Toyota Coaster) | Rs. 16,010 | ||
10 Person (Toyota Coaster) | Rs. 15,160 | ||
12 Person (Toyota Coaster) | Rs. 14,593 | ||
14 Person (Toyota Coaster) | Rs. 14,188 | ||
16 Person (Toyota Coaster) | Rs. 14,030 | ||
Single Occupancy | Rs. 32,271 | ||
Extra Bed | Rs. 10,175 | ||
Child (5-12 yrs) | With Bed | Rs. 10,175 | |
Without Bed | Rs. 5,500 |
What's Included
Accommodations/Hotels
Destination | Nights | Accomodation | Rating |
Thimphu (Thimpu) | 2 Nights | Hotel Riverview or similar | |
Punakha | 1 Nights | Meri Phuensum Resort or similar | |
Paro | 2 Nights | Tenzingling Resort or similar |
Hotel Notes:Accommodation Double/Twin sharing
Meals
Meal Plan
CP (Breakfast Only)
Breakfast
Private Car
- Airport Transfers
- SUV vehicles for all transfer and sightseeing for up to 3pax, Toyota Hiace/Hyundai H1 for 4- 7 pax and Toyota Coaster for 8 pax and above.
Sightseeing
Sightseeing as per the Itinerary
Tour Guide
Language spokenEnglish
English Speaking Guide
Hotel Transfers
- Airport Transfers
- SUV vehicles for all transfer and sightseeing for up to 3pax, Toyota Hiace/Hyundai H1 for 4- 7 pax and Toyota Coaster for 8 pax and above.
Inclusion Notes:
- Welcome drinks
- Breakfast
- Airport Transfers
- Accommodation Double / Twin sharing
- SUV vehicles for all transfer and sightseeing for up to 3pax, Toyota Hiace / Hyundai H1 for 4 - 7 pax and Toyota Coaster for 8 pax and above.
- Route Permits
- All sightseeing
- Entrance fees / tickets
- English Speaking Guide
What's Excluded
- Any meals other than those mentioned.
- Airfare
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, drinks, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, political disturbances etc
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