Gate Way to Bhutan

Gate Way to Bhutan
$ 1,369 / person
Bhutan
Bagdora
5 Day(s) 4 Night(s)
Cultural Tour
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE GATE WAY TO BHUTAN TOUR
This trip is one of its kinds designed to offer you an exhilarating Bhutan experience in the western flank of Paro, Haa and Thimphu, and a whole lot of landscape, culture, flora and fauna in between.
This trip takes you across the lateral national highway, a journey covering major mountain passes, fascinating communities and settlements, different cultures and way of life, and a mesmerizing landscape covered by pristine natural environment. At every stop, you will experience something that is unique yet deeply central to Bhutan’s rich cultural heritage. This trip will expose you to a million experiences of western most section of Bhutan.
GATE WAY TO BHUTAN DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival At Phuntsholing ( Bagdora)
Your local tour guide will receive you at Phuntsholing or Bgdora and do away with immigration process drive you to a local restaurant for arrival refreshment. After freshening move to Thimphu via Chukha. Night (Semtokha Home Stay with Dinner)
Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing | Thimphu
Thimphu is the capital city of Bhutan and the most happening place in the country. Following breakfast in the hotel visit the Jungshi paper factory, National Memorial Stupa, the site of the tallest Lord Buddha statue at Kuenselphodrang and Institute of traditional Art. After lunch visit the historic Changangkha temple, Mini Takin Zoo, Sangaygang viewpoint and weekend local market. In the evening visit the impressive TashiChhoe Dzong, office of the king of Bhutan and monastic residence. Activities -Lunch – Orchid Restaurant, -Dinner ( Semtokha Home stay )
Day 3: Thimphu | Haa Excursion | Paro
After an early breakfast venture on a four hour drive excursion to Haa valley in the western most corner of Bhutan. Haa is a small yet fascinating place with rich historical and cultural past. The drive will cut through scenic hilly landscape, rural settlements and dense mix forest of pine and oak trees. While in Haa visit the prominent Lhakhang Karpo and Nagpo followed by picnic lunch at scenic spot. After lunch enjoy your drive to Paro via Chele La Mountain Pass. Activities-Dharma Louge ( Night with Dinner)
Day 4: Tiger Nest Hike | Paro
Today you will visit the iconic site of Tiger Nest tempe clinging on a vertical rocky cliff, 1000 meters above the valley. Following early breakfast in the hotel, you will take a short drive to the base of Taktshang. From the base point start hiking on a prominent trail leading through pine forest all the way up to Tiger Nest. At midway cafeteria you will be treated hot tea and coffee. Once inside the temple, get mesmerised by the wonders of this 8th century landmark. Activities- Lunch (your choice restaurant), Dinner ( Dharma Loudge)
Day 5: Morning Photography | Airport Drop
Early in the morning move to Bagdogara Via Phuntsholing from Paro
- All meals
- Tea and snacks
- Complementary bottled water in car
- Hotels
- Transport
- Guide
- Government levy
- Visa fee
- Entrance fees
- permits and sightseeing
- Flight tickets
- Medical/Travel insurance
- Tips
- Drinks and Beverages
- Laundry
- Internet Bills
- Phone and other bills of personal nature