The flight into the Himalayas reveals breath-taking views of the great peaks, taking you right into the Dragon Kingdom’s cloud scraping airstrip at Paro (altitude 7000 ft.). Your Bhutanese escort will greet you upon arrival and drive you through the beautiful Paro valley to the Hotel Olathang, situated on a breezy pine-scented hillside. After refreshment take a stroll around the little town at Paro. Dinner and overnight at the Olathang.
The day begins with a visit to the fuins of Drukgyel Drong (18 Km. From the hotel). This Dzong is of historical importance, from whose ramparts the Bhutanese repelled Tibetan invaders. On a clear day, the 24,000-ft. White dome peak of sacred Chomolhari (Mountain of Goddess) can be seen. After lunch at the hotel visit to Dzong, the National Museum housed in an ancient watchtower, which has a fine collection of ancient Thankas, Paintings, Textiles, Weapons and Artifacts. In the evening, a 2-hour drive through the Paro and Thimpu valley will take you to the capital of Bhutan (Alt. 7500 ft.). Enroute visit the Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of its kind which once guarded the Thimpu valley, built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1627. It is now a religious university. Overnight at the Hotel Motithang.
Today, sightseeing in Thimpu includes – the visit to the National Library, which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist manuscripts, the school of Thankas Painting and the Traditional Medicine Institute, where centuries old healing art are still practiced. Then, visit the Handicrafts Emporium, to see the exquisite artistry of traditional crafts and textiles and take a stroll through the streets for a little shopping. After lunch visit the Memorial Chorten to His late Majesty (King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck). Later take 15 minutes drive to dechenchholing to witness the gold and silver smiths at work. Then visit the Tashichhodzong (fortress of the Glorious Reign) built in 1641 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and reconstructed in 1961, using traditional method, without the use of any nails or plans or paper, under the Late King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, regarded as the Father of Modern Bhutan. Overnight at the Hotel Motithang.
After breakfast, drive to Punakha, which is approximately 2 hours drive from Thimpu. The religious head Je Khampo Resides, here during the winter, (at that time) Punakha Dzong holds more than five hundred Monks. Visit Punakha Dzong and Wangdiphodrang Dzong. Drive to Paro though dochula pass 10,496 ft. With magnificent view of Bhutanese mountains. Overnight at Hotel Olathang.
Early breakfast at the Hotel and then drive to the Airport to board the flight. Your escort will assist you with departure formalities and bid you farewell.
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Bhutan Government Royalty fee ($ 65 per person / per day)
All airport pickups and drops Service
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner) with Tea
Government approved A and B category are equivalent to 3 star standard hotels /lodge on twin/ Single room basis
Transportation in comfortable private vehicle
English speaking Bhutanese guide and Driver
All entrance and permit fees for visits to monuments and museums as per the itinerary
All government taxes, vat, and service charge
Flight fare for Kathmandu- Paro- Kathmandu or from other destination ( if required)
Cost Excludes
Insurance of any kind.
Additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance
Personal expenses such as drink, guide tips & etc.
Essential Information
According to current Druk Air schedule, flights Kathmandu/Paro/Paro as follows and above packages are strictly subject to operation of flight Kathmandu/Paro/Kathamndu.
