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Region : Bhutan
Max Altitude : 5,000m / 16,404 ft
Meals : All meals Included
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The Best of Bhutan is probably the best way to explore the best of Bhutanese culture and history. With 32, you feel like having a Royal Trip into one of the last kingdoms on Earth.

Heartily welcome to the legendary mountain kingdom in the Himalayas, the last Shangri-La – Bhutan. Bhutan is wedged between two Asian giants – India and China, bestowed by nature with incredible diversity in topography resulting in a wide range of flora and fauna. Bhutan’s elevation from a few hundred meters above sea level to among the highest mountains makes it one of the most diverse countries in terms of topography.

Moreover, Bhutan is also recognized by UNESCO as one of 10 centers for bio-diversity, all within a distance of 150 kilometers resulting in a sub-tropical climate to an Arctic-like climate. Bhutan is the only last remaining country that follows Vajrayana Buddhism as the state religion.

The Best of Bhutan Tour is basically a road journey from one Bhutanese town to another sighting the best cultural opulence of this wonderful landlocked kingdom.

Fly to the Land of Thunder Land from any city that links Paro via air, enjoy the best of Bhutan and have a holiday of a lifetime.

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Itinerary

Day 1Fly to Paro and drive to Thimpu

Today you will enter the Land of Dragon. You have options to fly from several cities to Paro. You can fly from Bangkok, Delhi, or Kathmandu to Paro. The flight to Paro is beautiful as the aircraft comes closer to Paro, we get to see snowcapped Himalayan peaks and just after entering Paro Valley the view of Paro Dzong overlooking Paro River is great to view. On our arrival at Paro, we are cordially welcomed by our representative in Bhutan who will escort you to the Bhutanese capital Thimpu in a private vehicle. the drive to Thimpu is a scenic 75 minutes drive along Thimpu Highway. On arriving at Thimpu we transfer to our hotel. 

Day 2Sightseeing tour of Thimpu

Today the real cultural tour of Bhutan begins and the best way to begin is the Bhutanese capital, Thimpu. In Thimpu, we visit Trashichhoedzong, the beautiful medieval time fortress/monastery, which is now the Bhutanese government’s integral building holding many government offices and King’s throne. Trashichhoedzong is also the summer home of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot in Bhutan. The cultural tour of Thimpu continues to the National Library which holds a wide array of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts. Explore Arts and Crafts School to witness the fantastic ongoing workshops of Thanka Paintings and encounter the living traditions of Bhutan at Textile and Folk Heritage Museums before lunch. Post lunch, the sightseeing tour of Thimpu, takes you to the Handicrafts Emporium followed by a visit to Stupa of Memorial Chorten (monument built in the memory of Father of Modern Bhutan- the third king of Bhutan). After a thorough exploration of the Bhutanese capital, we drive back to the hotel in Thimpu.


Day 3Drive to Punakha 75km 3hrs and sightseeing tour of Punakha

After breakfast, we drive to Punakha which is a 75 km drive across Dochu La Pass 3100m. On our arrival at Punakha, we drive into our hotel in the city. Then, we set out to explore the city. Visit 17th century strategically built Punakha Dzong which survived several fires and earthquakes. The Dzong at the confluence of the Pho and Chhu Rivers is now absolutely restored. Explore the Dzong which holds significant history in this part of Bhutan. After thorough exploration of the city we drive back to our hotel in Punakha.


Day 4Drive to Gangtey via Wangdueprodhang

After breakfast, we begin to drive towards Wangdiphodrang. At Wangdiphodrang we visit the Dzong and the local market. The place also highlights bamboo products, slate, and stone carvings. We have our lunch at Wangdiphodrang and head towards Gangtey. On arriving at Gangtey we drive into our hotel and freshen up. Then we set out to explore the city. Gangtey is Bhutan’s most beautiful surprise. The wide arid valley after penetrating the lush vegetation is truly the rarest experience in Bhutan. Today we explore Gangtey Monastery. At the end of the day, we drive back to our hotel in Gangtey for an overnight stay. 


Day 5Sightseeing tour of Gangtey and drive to Paro

Today the sightseeing cultural tour of Best of Bhutan continues. We explore Gangtey. In close proximity to Gangtey Monastery, the fascinating village of Phobjhika lies. The wonderful village at the altitude of 2900m is a wonderful place to explore as we get to see a wide diversity of wildlife because the village borders Black Mountain National Park. Explore the best of Gangtey and the best of Bhutan before the journey heads towards the biggest attraction of Best of Bhutan- Paro. En route to Paro once again we stop at Do chu La Pass for the views and visit the oldest Dzong in Bhutan Simtokha Dzong. On our arrival at Paro, we are escorted into our hotel.


Day 6Hike to Taktshang Monastery and sightseeing tour of Paro

After breakfast, today we are going on a hike. A five-hour hike to and fro to a cliff-hanging monastery is probably the biggest highlight of the Short Cultural Tour of Bhutan. Taktsang Monastery is also known as Tiger’s Nest because of the myth that states the visit of Guru Rinpoche on a Tiger back nestles on a cliff that hangs 90m above Paro. We hike up to the monastery, explore around and hike back down to Paro for the lunch. 

Post lunch, we visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. The monument was originally a Watch Tower. However, since 1967 it is a National Museum holding a huge collection of arts, artifacts, thangkas, and postal stamps. The final destination of the entire Short Cultural Tour of Bhutan is Ripung Dzong which also has a long significant history in Bhutan. Overnight in a hotel at Paro. Originally built as Watch Tower in 1967 it is acting as the National Museum of the country and holds a fascinating collection of art, artifacts, thangkha paintings, and Bhutan’s exquisite postage stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong which has a long and fascinating history. Overnight in a hotel at Paro.

 

Day 7 Depart Paro

Our representative will drive you to Paro International Airport on time so that you board a plane to your onward destination on time. Have a safe flight home and travel with Access Nepal.

Include / Excludes

Price Includes

  • Airport pick-up and drop
  • 2 nights accommodation in Apsara Hotel, Kathmandu or Similar - 3 Star Standard (Breakfast Included)
  • 2 nights accommodation in Hotel Batika, Pokhara or Similar - 3 Star (Breakfast Included)
  • Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu transfer on a Deluxe Tourist Bus
  • Pokhara-Siwai Drop and Siwai-Pokhara Pickup on a private vehicle
  • 6 nights accommodation in Local Tea Houses during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
  • Accompany of Licensed English-speaking trekking guide for the entire trip. (Trained in First-Aid and Emergency Evacuation)
  • One porter for every two clients (13 Kg luggage per person)
  • A cup of tea/coffee (three times a day) and seasonal fruits after dinner on the trek
  • Attach bathrooms and hot showers wherever available
  • Trekking permit and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit for the trek.
  • First-Aid box with medicines (Carried and handle by the guide)
  • All applicable government charges

Complementaries

  • Farewell dinner in a fine restaurant in Kathmandu
  • Certificate of Adventure after the completion of the trek.
  • Chlorine solution/tablets for water purification on the trek
  • Free service of borrowing Down Jacket and Sleeping bags, (rated up to - 20 degrees Celsius)
  • Arrangements for Emergency Helicopter evacuation services (paid by your Travel insurance company)

Price Excludes

  • Nepal Visa and International air-tickets
  • Travel Insurance - must cover helicopter evacuation, medical expenses, and Trip Cancellation charges (Compulsory)
  • Meals in Kathmandu except for breakfast and farewell dinner
  • Personal equipment and other expenses such as beverages, confectionaries, laundries, etc.
  • Extra meals, extra porterage service (if you need), Wi-Fi, charging of your electronic devices, etc.
  • Tips to your guide, porters, driver and other field staff as a token of appreciation
  • Any other expenses or charges not mentioned in the “Trip Includes” list
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