Discover Bhutan Holiday
by REN Tours, Treks & Expeditions
7 Days / 6 Nights 4 Destinations 1 Country
Thimphu (Thimpu) (2N) | Trongsa (Tongsa) (1N) | Punakha (1N) | Paro (2N)
Countries Covered:
Bhutan
Dochula-Pass
Overview
Destinations | Thimphu (Thimpu) (2N) | Trongsa (Tongsa) (1N) | Punakha (1N) | Paro (2N) | ||
Countries | Bhutan | ||
Regions | Central Bhutan | Punakha District | Southern Bhutan | Trongsa District | Western Bhutan | Thimphu District | Paro District | ||
Tour Theme | Historical Tours | City Tours & Sightseeing | ||
Inclusions |
Accomodation/Hotels Included Meals Included
Meal Plan: CP (Breakfast Only) Bed & Breakfast Private Car Included Transportation and sightseeing as per the itinerary only (Vehicle, NOT at disposal). Sightseeing Included
Sightseeing as per Itinerary
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Tour Operator | REN Tours, Treks & Expeditions | Tour Length | 7 Days / 6 Nights |
Tour Starts | Paro | Tour Ends | Paro |
Tour Type | Private | Category | Standard (CP) |
Age Group | Any |
Short Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive Paro. Drive to Thimphu. (2500m 55 kms 01 hour) |
Day 2 | Thimphu |
Day 3 | Thimphu - Trongsa (2200m 199 kms & 6 hours) |
Day 4 | Trongsa - Punakha (1400m 146 kms 06 hours) |
Day 5 | Punakha - Paro (2300m 145 kms 05 hours) |
Day 6 | Paro (Hike to Taktsang Monastery) |
Day 7 | Paro - Onwards Destination |
Highlights
Enjoy a fascinating 7 day tour of Bhutan with a focus on attractions like Pachu (Paro river), Paro Dzong, Ta Dzong, Changangkha Lhakhan, Tashichho Dzong, Dochula Pass, Pele La pass, Rukubji, Chendebji Chorten, Trongsa, Dochula pass, Simtokha, Rinpung Dzong, Drukgyal Dzong, Kyichu Temple and more.
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Day 1
Arrive Paro. Drive to Thimphu. (2500m 55 kms 01 hour)
The flight into Bhutan takes you the great Himalayas, offering you the most scintillating scenery of the world's highest glacial peaks. As you enter Paro valley, you will see the silvery Pa-chu (Paro river) meandering down the valley, the Paro Dzong (fortress) and the Ta Dzong. Assistance upon arrival at Paro airport and drive to Thimphu.
Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Rest of the time at leisure to discover the Capital on your own. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Hotel River view, Hotel Phuentshopelri, Wangchuk Hotel, Jumolhari, The Sambhav, Hotel Rivew View |
Overnight | Thimphu (Thimpu) |
Day 2
Thimphu
After breakfast visit the Memorable Chorten dedicated to the 03rd King of Bhutan, The Textile Museum & Folk Heritage Museum that provides a fascinating insight into the Bhutanese material culture and way of life. Drive to the 15th century Changakha Lhakhang spectacularly localted on the spur. The Takin Sanctuary near the lhakhang will give the visitor a chance to glance at the National animal of Bhutan, Takin. Also visit the school of Arts and Crafts and the National Library which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts, some dating back several hundred years, as well as modern academic books mainly on Himalayan culture and religion.
Evening visit the Tashichho Dzong the main secretarial building which houses the throne room of His Majesty the King of Bhutan and also the head seat of Chief Abbot of Bhutan. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Hotel River view, Hotel Phuentshopelri, Wangchuk Hotel, Jumolhari, The Sambhav, Hotel Rivew View |
Overnight | Thimphu (Thimpu) |
Day 3
Thimphu - Trongsa (2200m 199 kms & 6 hours)
After breakfast depart for Trongsa drive to Dochu La Pass (3050m). If the weather permits you can see a range of high peaks toward the north east. The recently built 108 chortens gives the ridge a very beautiful and charming presence. En route we will visit the impressive Wangdue Dzong built in 1638 by the Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel and enlarged in 1683 by the fourth Temporal Ruler of Bhutan, Desi Tenzin Rabgye. The silver shingled roof, narrow courtyards and tranquil ambience give it a very special feeling. Continue the drive via the Pele La Pass (3300m 10800ft) crosses the Black Mountains, the traditional boundary between west and central Bhutan.) Crossing the pretty villages of Rukubji and Chendebji to reach the huge 18th century Chendebji Chorten patterned on Kathmandu's Swayambhunath Stupa, with eyes panted at four cardinal points. It was built by Lama Shida from Tibet to cover the remains of an evil spirit that was subdued at this spot.
Further drive to Trongsa with the beautiful view of Trongsa Dzong while approaching Trongsa. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Yangkhil Resort, Phenzhi Guest House, Norling Hotel |
Overnight | Trongsa (Tongsa) |
Day 4
Trongsa - Punakha (1400m 146 kms 06 hours)
After early breakfast visit the Tongsa Dzong located on a spur overlooking the Mangde River. Built in 1648, it was the seat of power over central and eastern Bhutan. Both the first and second King of Bhutan ruled the country from this ancient seat. All five Kings were invested as Trongsa Penlop ('governer') prior to ascending the throne. The Dzong is a massive structure with many levels, sloping down the contours of the ridge on which it is built. Also visit the Ta Dzong (watch tower), dedicated to Buddhist epic hero, King Gesar of Ling. Continue drive to reach Punakha. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Hotel Meri Puensum, Puntsangchhu Cottage, Demchen Resort, Zangtog pelri, Hotel Vara, Kingaling Guest House |
Overnight | Punakha |
Day 5
Punakha - Paro (2300m 145 kms 05 hours)
After breakfast visit Punakha Dzong is built in 1637 by Shabdrung, the spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan prior to the present dynasty. It is an old capital which still serves as the winter residence of the monk body. The first King, Ugyen Wangchuck, was crowned here in 1907. From the distance this Dzong look like a giant ship on sail. We will further retrace back towards Dochula Pass and Simtokha to drive towards Paro. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. visit the National Museum which houses and impressive collection of fine arts, paintings, bronzes, textiles, jewellery and handicrafts sections as well as galleries of stamps for which the Country is very popular. Also visit the Rinpung Dzong, the Fortress of the Heap of Jewels, built in 1645 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. It is an imposing square fortress, representative of typical Dzong architecture, with a central tower and courtyards housing the administrative (Dzongkhag) and has a community of about 200 monks. A hike down the moderate slope to the cantilever bridge, one of the finest specimens in Bhutan with its shingle roof and two guard-houses at each end. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Hotel Olathang, Janka Resort, Tashi Namgay Resort, Tashi Nest Resort, Ugyen Phendeyling Resort, Tenzingling Resort, The Galling resort, Rema Resort |
Overnight | Paro |
Day 6
Paro (Hike to Taktsang Monastery)
After breakfast drive 20 minutes to the end of the valley to Drukgyel Dzong from where one can see the towering peak of Jomolhari (7,316m, 24,003 ft). This mountain, also revered as a powerful goddess, forms the border with Tibet and provides magnificent background to the ruined Drukgyel Dzong and village.
Drive to Rumthangka and begin the Taktsang hike (OPTIONAL). (Taktsang Monastery, clinging on the steep rock, is one of the holiest temple in Bhutan.It is believed that Guru Rinpoche flew on the Tigress back and meditated here. The trek to the temple through the pine tree and sweet aroma of the air is indeed a very special and memorable event. The return hike will take about 05-06 hours.) On Our way back, we will visit Kyichu Temple (built by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gompo in the 7th century).Rest of the time free for souvenir shopping in the small town of Paro. |
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Meals Included | Breakfast |
Accommodation Included | Hotel Olathang, Janka Resort, Tashi Namgay Resort, Tashi Nest Resort, Ugyen Phendeyling Resort, Tenzingling Resort, The Galling resort, Rema Resort |
Overnight | Paro |
Day 7
Paro - Onwards Destination
Transfer to the airport for your flight to onwards destination. |
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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 (SUVs (Toyota, Hyundai)) | Rs. 23,790 |
4 Person (Hiace bus (Toyota, Hyundai)) | Rs. 19,893 | ||
6 Person (Hiace bus (Toyota, Hyundai)) | Rs. 18,408 | ||
8 Person (Coaster bus (Toyota)/ Kia) | Rs. 18,223 | ||
10 Person (Coaster bus (Toyota)/ Kia) | Rs. 17,889 | ||
12 Person (Coaster bus (Toyota)/ Kia) | Rs. 17,666 | ||
14 Person (Coaster bus (Toyota)/ Kia) | Rs. 17,518 |
What's Included
Accommodations/Hotels
Destination | Nights | Accomodation | Rating |
Thimphu (Thimpu) | 2 Nights | Hotel River view, Hotel Phuentshopelri, Wangchuk Hotel, Jumolhari, The Sambhav, Hotel Rivew View or similar | |
Trongsa (Tongsa) | 1 Nights | Yangkhil Resort, Phenzhi Guest House, Norling Hotel or similar | |
Punakha | 1 Nights | Hotel Meri Puensum, Puntsangchhu Cottage, Demchen Resort, Zangtog pelri, Hotel Vara, Kingaling Guest House or similar | |
Paro | 2 Nights | Hotel Olathang, Janka Resort, Tashi Namgay Resort, Tashi Nest Resort, Ugyen Phendeyling Resort, Tenzingling Resort, The Galling resort, Rema Resort or similar |
Hotel Notes:Accommodation on twin sharing basis on standard room.
The entire hotel is based on 3 star categories.
Meals
Meal Plan
CP (Breakfast Only)
Bed & Breakfast
Private Car
Transportation and sightseeing as per the itinerary only (Vehicle, NOT at disposal).
Sightseeing
Sightseeing as per the Itinerary
Inclusion Notes:
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis on standard room.
- The entire hotel is based on 3 star categories.
- Transportation and sightseeing as per the itinerary only (Vehicle, NOT at disposal).
What's Excluded
- Guide Service.
- Travel Insurance.
- Personal Expenses Like Beverages, Tips, Etc.
- All Museum & Monument Fees.
- FAQs
- Payment Policies
- Terms & Conditions
- Indian National Travelling To Bhutan Required Valid Passport Or Orginal Voter Id Card Only.
- Carrying Of Tobacco Product Is Punishable Offense To Bhutan.
Important Notes for Booking
- As March, April, May And June Is The Peak Tourist Time, The Druk Air Ticket And The Listed Hotels Tends To Be Sold Out Fast, So We Recommend You To Do The Early Confirmation To Secure The Listed Hotels. And The Druk Air Ticket.
- As Sept, Oct, Nov And Dec Is The Peak Tourist Time, The Druk Air Ticket And The Listed Hotels Tends To Be Sold Out Fast, So We Recommend You To Do The Early Confirmation To Secure The Listed Hotels. And The Druk Air Ticket.
Transportation:
- 3 Pax SUVs (Toyota, Hyundai)
- 4 - 7 Pax Hiace bus (Toyota, Hyundai) 8 & Above Coaster bus (Toyota)/ Kia.
Supplement Charges
- Pick up or drop at Phuentsholing (Rs: 3,500-Hiace Bus/ Rs: 3,000 SUVs, Rs: 5, 5:00 Coaster Bus)
- Pick up or drop at Samdrup Jongkhar (Rs: 8,500-Hiace/SUVs, Rs: 14:800:00 Coaster Bus)