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BHUTAN DISCOVERY -  7 days/ 6 nights (DBH)

 

Private Tour - daily departure

 

Paro / Thimpu / Punakha

 

This land module features a cultural-inspiring visit to the kingdom of Bhutan, nestling in the Himalayas and bordered by Tibet in the north and India in the south. It is roughly the size of Switzerland. With its closely guarded culture and traditions, and well-conserved pristine natural environment, Bhutan is unique and fascinating in many ways. Bhutan is the last surviving Mahayana Buddhist state which has shaped the nation's history, and it still plays a vital role in the everyday life. Your tour includes all meals, private transfers, and private sightseeing to the destinations must-see attractions.

 

Special discounted international airfares are available for this tour -- contact us for details.

 

TOUR INCLUDES:

  • 6 nights hotel accommodations per itinerary

  • Private Tour: Sightseeing & Transfers by private car, driver and Professional English-speaking guides 

  • All meals per itinerary

 

 

TOUR ITINERARY:

 

Day 1. Paro / Thimphu

Arrive Paro and travel by road to Thimphu. Visit the Memorial Chorten. Accommodation at PEACEFUL RESORT | DRUK HOTEL or Similar (First Class) OR TAJ TASHI THIMPHU (Deluxe). Dinner at the hotel. (D)
 

Day 2. Thimphu

This morning, visit the School of Arts & Crafts, National Library, Folk Heritage Museum and Institute of Traditional Medicine. Afternoon visits to the Paper Factory and Handicraft Emporium. (B,L,D)
 

Day 3. Thimphu / Punakha

Drive through Dochula Pass with views of the Himalayan Ranges enroute to Punakha. On arrival, visit Punakha Dzong, one of the most spectacular in the country. Overnight at MERIPHUENSEUM RESORT | DRAGON NEST RESORT or similar (First Class) OR PUNATSANGCHU RESORT (Deluxe).  (B,L,D)
 

Day 4. Punakha / Thimphu

Morning visits to the Crown Prince's Monastery, Temple of the Devine mad Man and Wangdu Dzong. Later, travel to Thimphu for overnight. Accommodations at PEACEFUL RESORT | DRUK HOTEL or Similar (First Class) OR TAJ TASHI THIMPHU (Deluxe).(B,L,D)
 

Day 5. Thimphu / Paro

Morning drive to Paro and visit the National Museum, Rinpung Dzong and Paro Town. Accommodation at HOTEL OLATHANG | HOTEL MANDALLA or Similar (First Class) OR ZHIWA LING PARO  (Deluxe). (B,L,D)
 

Day 6. Paro

Sightseeing today includes visits to the Ruins of Drugyel Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, Ta Dzong and the National Museum housed in an ancient watchtower. (B,L,D)
 

Day 7. Depart Paro

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight onward. (B)

 

 

2011/12 Price Chart (Prices valid through March 31st, 2012)

Hotel

Half Twin

Single Supplement

First Class

2,325

   785

Deluxe

4,125

1,875

Supplement for 1 person traveling alone: $400

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Prices are per person, based on double occupancy

  • Prices exclude roundtrip airfares between Katmandu & Paro (approx. $650)

  • Tour does not include gratuities to guides and drivers, personal expenses and drinks

  • Orient departure taxes and US departure tax/PFCs are not included

  • Holiday surcharges may apply.  Contact us for detail

  • Prices subject to change without notice

 

 

  Bhutan Punakha Dzong

Bhutanese Monks*

  travel to Bhutan tour - Thimpu

Tatksang Monastery

  Private Bhutan tour - Paro

Pazo Dzong

  *Photos Courtesy of Tourism Council of Bhutan 

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