Tour Fare : US$ 990 per person group exceeding more than 3 person

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1 5 Days Trip to Bhutan Essence of Bhutan Tour Fare : US$ 990 per person group exceeding more than 3 person Day 01: Paro- Thimphu(1.30 hrs drive, 65km, 2230m above sea) The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular in the entire Himalayas. The journey offers fascinating views and an exciting descent into the Kingdom. Bhutan s first gift to you as you disembark from the aircraft will be cool, clean fresh mountain air. After immigration formalities and baggage collection, you will be met by our representative who will accompany you to Thimphu, the capital town of Bhutan. On arrival, in Thimphu check-in to the hotel. The capital city of Bhutan and the centre of government, religion and commerce, Thimphu is a unique city with an unusual mixture of modern development alongside ancient traditions. With the population of about 100,000 it is perhaps still the world s only capital city without a traffic light. Located at a short drive from Thimphu city Centre, visitors can get a good overview of the Thimphu valley from Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang). You can pay your respects and/or offer prayers to the Buddha, the largest statue in the country and then walk around and take a glimpse of the valley. The Takin Preserve is the national animal of Bhutan, and looks like a cross between a cow and a goat. Legend has it that the animal was created by the great Buddhist yogi, Drupa Kunley, and it can be found only in Bhutan and nearby areas

2 Day 02: Thimphu Punakha(3 hrs drive, 76km,1200m above sea) After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Punakha across Dochula Pass (3,080 m). In Bhutan, the passes are marked by large Bhutanese chortens (stupas) and prayer flags. Dochula Pass offers the most spectacular view over the high peaks of the eastern Himalayas on a clear day. Afternoon visit to Punakha Dzong or (Palace of Great Happiness), built at the junction of the Phochu and Mochu rivers in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. This majestic dzong served as both the religious and the administrative center of Bhutan in the past. It measures some 600 by 240 feet and has a six-story, gold-domed tower. Inside are courtyards and religious statues that hint the depth of history and spiritual tradition embodied here. Your guide will illuminate your understanding of this intricate culture that is exotic to travellers, though long established here. Lunch by river side picnic Visit Chimi lhakhang temple or also call as fertility temple founded by Drukpa Kinley(Devine mad man) in 15 th century. barran couple can seek blessing for child. Day 03: Punakha- Thimphu- Paro(4.30 hrs drive, 140km,2250m) After Early breakfast check out and drive back to Thimphu, lunch will be served at thimphu

3 the newly commissioned Simply Bhutan Museum depicts the ancient Bhutanese architecture which is being lost to modernization. The uniqueness of the structure is in its composition of the materials used. The structure is built reusing old timber, window and door frames and other items from traditional and old demolished houses. The best part is the portrayal of the age-old life styles of the Bhutanese people. After lunch continoues drive to paro and visit kichu lhakahng, one of the oldest temple in Bhutan built in 7 century by Tibetan king Tshongtsen Gyempo. The king believed to to built 108 temples in one day all across the Himalayan region.

4 Day 04:Tiger Nest (5hrs hike, 6km,2900m) After breakfast, excursion to Taktshang Monastery (5hrs hike). It is one of the most famous of Bhutan s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called Tiger s Nest. This site has been recognized as a most sacred place and visited by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646 and now visited by all Bhutanese at least once in their lifetime. On 19 April, 1998, a fire severely damaged the main structure of building but now this Bhutanese jewel has been restored to its original splendor Day 05: Departure After breakfast short drive to airport Sweet home sweet Tour Fare : US$ 990 per person group exceeding more than 3 person

5 The tour package covers the following services: Hotel accommodation in Bhutan in 3 star plus and is twin-sharing basis with private bathrooms. (If you wish to occupy a single room, a single-supplement of US$25 per person per night applies). Visa fee. All internal transport in Bhutan. All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner). A licensed English-speaking Bhutanese tour guide for the extent of your stay. Assistance upon arrival and departure. All entrance fees & sightseeing including Museums, Monasteries, Temples and Dzongs etc. Note: Extra charges may apply for additional services beyond these entitlements The tour package price excludes Travel insurance Laundry, excess baggage charges, room service, Gratuities to drivers, tour leaders/guides and tips to hotel porters Other items of a personal nature. Air fare Bank transfer charges. Visa Application Bhutan visa is pre-process by our company we need to have your passport copy by scan on our . We will send you electronic visa on your mail. You need to print and carry to fly to Bhutan. At immigration authorities will stamp on your passport. Your passport must be valid more than 6 months at the time of travel in Bhutan

6 What to bring Comfortable walking/trekking shoes Comfortable clothing and jacket Hat or sunglasses