Luxury Journey to Bhutan

Luxury Journey To The Kingdom of Bhutan

8 days

Journey to the Kingdom of Bhutan tour cover’s Bhutan’s major destination which happily can be cover in eight (8 ) days tour with all sightseeing and tourist attraction.

Itinerary Summery 
Days: 8 days – Night: 7 nights
Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Paro to Thimphu

Your journey by flight to Kingdom of Bhutan offers remarkable views of the world highest mountains including Mount Everest. On arrival in Paro international airport PDT representative will receive you and transfer to Thimphu, around an hour drive. Upon arrival in Thimphu we will check into the hotel, after the lunch we will visit many monuments and attractions of Thimphu, including Tashicho Dzong, the farmers market, Gaint Buddha Statue, Memorial Chorten, Traditional Art School where 13 different arts are practiced and learnt, Indigenous Hospital, Textile museum, Handicraft workshops and more. Thimphu offers the best opportunity to do your own thing in the evening. It’s relaxed, friendly and pretty informal, and is most rewarding if you can be the same. Overnight in luxurious Amankora Hotel, Thimphu. Atltitude 2,400m.

Day 2: Thimphu (Hike to Tango and Cheri Monastery

After breakfast hike to:

Tango Goemba: This monastery was founded by Lama Gyalwa Lhanangpa in the 12th century and the present building was built in the 15th century by the “Divine Madman”, Lama Drukpa Kunley. In 1616 Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal visited Tango and meditated in a cave near the monastery. His meditation helped ensure the defeat of an invading Tibetan army. The head Lama, a descendent of Lama Drukpa Kunley presented the goemba to Shabdrung, who carved a sandalwood statue of Chenrezig which he installed in the monastery. The picturesque three-storey tower and several surrounding buildings were built in the 18th century by the eighth Desi, Druk Rabgye and Shabdrung Jigme Chhogyel added the golden roof in the 19th century.
Situated north of Thimphu, one way it takes about 30 minutes’ drive and one hour walk through shaded rhododendron forests to reach the monastery.
Cheri Goemba: This monastery was built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1620. A silver chorten inside the monastery holds the ashes of Shabdrung’s father. The goemba is situated about half an hour walk from Dodena (alt. 2,600m).
The trail commences by crossing a traditional wooden bridge that spans the Thimphu Chhu, then climbs steeply to the monastery. Being the place where the Shabdrung spent many years in meditation, Cheri today has numerous hermitages and small temples located on its slopes, commanding spectacular views. The one way walk to the monastery is approx 4.5 km, taking about 2 hours.
Changangkha Lhakhang: It is a fortress like temple and monastic school perched on a ridge above Thimphu, south of Motithang. The temple was established in 12th century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo Drugom Shigpo, who came from Tibet. The central statue here is Chenrezig in a manifestation with 11 heads. From temple courtyard, there is fascinating view of Thimphu valley. 

Changangkha Lhakhang: It is a fortress like temple and monastic school perched on a ridge above Thimphu, south of Motithang. The temple was established in 12th century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo Drugom Shigpo, who came from Tibet. The central statue here is Chenrezig in a manifestation with 11 heads. From temple courtyard, there is fascinating view of Thimphu valley. In the evening visit Craft Bazzar : On Tuesday and Wednesday in centenary market Framer’s market, under support of Department of cottage & small industry and in collaboration with the department of culture, tourism council and the Department of agriculture, this market offers Bhutanese arts & crafts thus contributing in promotion, protection and preservation of traditional arts. Overnight in luxurious Amankora, Thimphu.

Day 3: Thimhu to Punakha

After breakfast drive to Phodorang – Punakha valley is across spectacular Dochula pass. On a clear day, you will see panoramic views of snowcapped peaks of eastern Himalayan range, including Bhutan’s highest peaks. Punakha and Wangdue towns are located close to each other in one valley. Punakha was the former winter capital of Bhutan and was established in this location, in part because Punakha is a warmer at a relatively low altitude of 4,100 feet (1300m). The climate allows for the production of two rice crops each year, along with growth of subtropical fruits such as oranges, mangos, and bananas. During our stay here, we will visit the impressive Punakha Dzong fortress located at the confluence of Pho and Mo Chu Rivers, Chimi lhakgahng, temple of fertility which is associated with religious arts of phallus. We’ll take an easy walk in the valley, visit some of its monasteries, villages, take short drives and enjoy this idyllic countryside dotted with farm houses and terraced hillsides. Overnight in luxurious Amankora or Uma hotel, Punakha. Altitude 1,350m

Day 4: Punakha- Wangdue sightseeing

After leisurely breakfast visit Chimi lhakgahng, temple of fertility which is associated with religious arts of phallus. We’ll take an easy walk in the valley, visit some of its monasteries, villages, take short drives and enjoy this idyllic countryside dotted with farm houses and terraced hillsides. Further drive us to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Stands majestically ridge above Punakha valley, built over a period of 9 years by Bhutanese craftsman including carpenters, painters and sculptors consulted Holy Scriptures rather than engineering manuals to construct these four stored temple. It is a splendid example of Bhutan’s fine architectural and artist traditions and the only one of its kind in the world built by her majesty the queen mother dedicated for the wellbeing of the kingdom and the benefit of all sentient beings. Overnight in luxurious Amankora or Uma hotel, Punakha. Altitude 1,350m.

Day 5: Punakha to  Paro

After a breakfast drive us to Paro across spectacular Dochula pass. On a clear day, you will see panoramic views of snowcapped peaks of eastern Himalayan range, including Bhutan’s highest peaks and follow our way back up to bright green Paro Valley at 7,500ft, is one of Bhutan’s most beautiful and most fertile valley. Numerous shrines, fortresses and farm houses dot the landscape and graceful willow trees grow along the edge of Pachhu River, which passes through paddy fields and farmlands. In evening ex[lore into the Paro Town. Overnight in luxurious Amankora or Uma, Paro.

Day 6:  Paro sightseeing

During our time here, visit the ruins of Drugyal Dzong, a fortress which protected the valley against invaders from north. From here to the Peak of Jumolhari (Alt. 7,329m/24029ft) can be viewed on a clear day.   Visit beautiful 7th century Kichu Lhakhang temple, see many beautiful Buddhist wall paintings and iconography inside Dungtse Lhakhang, built in 1421. Among others you will also visit Bhutan National museum, housed in an ancient watchtower and visit Paro Rinphung Dzong, one of the most beautiful fortress /monastery in Bhutan. On the way back you visit a typical Bhutanese farmhouse. After lunch, at the hotel, take a leisurely stroll around the compound. Overnight in luxurious Amankora or Uma, Paro.

Day 7: Hike to Taktsang, Tiger Nest

After our leisurely breakfast drive to trail-head and begin your trekking / hiking to Takstang (Tiger’s Lair) monastery, Bhutan’s most famous sight. A proper trekking boot or good walking shoes is necessary for this hike those who choose not to hike can stay back with the driver and tour around Paro. We also dedicate a full day for excursion to vigorous hike up to the Taktsang to the iconic Taktsang (Tiger’s nest) monastery, a quintessential Bhutan travel experience.  Taktshang – Tiger’s Nest: Taktshang or ‘Tiger’s Nest’ as it is often referred to for Taktshang Pelphung monastery, is one of the most venerated and famous of Bhutan’s monasteries. It is located on the face of a 900m sheer cliff. An impressive and un-miss able site, but accessible only by walk or to ride mules/pony. For this hike, you can also hire a riding horse to take you part of the way. Overnight in luxurious Amankora or Uma, Paro. Altitude 2,200m.

Day 8: End of your luxurious tour in Gross National Happiness country, Bhutan. 
After breakfast drive to Paro airport for departure.