Ten Day’s Trip In Pursuit of Happiness to Bhutan
Bhutan is a small kingdom situated on the lap of the Himalayas, on the border between India and China. It is recognised as the happiest country in Asia. Tourists from all over the globe come to Bhutan to witness the stunning landscapes, wonderful mountains, and ancient culture and lifestyle.
For this, you need to take a flight that will take you to Bhutan, offering great scenic beauty and the uppermost glacial mountains. The Paro Dzong (fortress) and Ta Dzong (watchtower) on the hills above the town will be an excellent spectacle. Representatives will wait at Paro Airport to take you to further destinations.
They will also assist you in finishing the formalities of Bhutan. Keep your next day for the National Library and Institute for Zorig Chusum. These will provide captivating insights into Bhutanese material culture. You could also see the memorial to the late King.
This government-run enterprise exhibits a wide range of beautifully hand-woven textiles and craft products. The next morning, drive towards Dochu-la pass (3,088m/ 10,130 ft). Take a short break to view and admire the Chorten, mani wall, and prayer flags. Then carry onwards, and reach Wangduephodrang town at the time of lunch.
From Dochu-la pass, it is a long, winding descent into the Wangduephodrang valley. The pass is identified by a large white chorten prayer flag. Then, arrive at Trongsa in the late afternoon and check into the lodge. The next day, after the breakfast trip Trongsa Dzong., built around 1648. Then drive towards Bumthang, 68 km from Trongsa.
It is a journey of about 3 hours. On arrival in Bumthang, check-in at your lodge. The next day, take a drive towards Bumthang. Bumthang is the general name given to a combination of four valleys – Chumey, Choekhor, Tang, and Ura – with an altitude varying from 2,600m to 4,000m. You can leisurely walk through the village and visit the little handicrafts shop at the entrance to the town.
After taking breakfast, the next day you drive to Gangtey. Travel around Gangtey village and Phobjikha valley. On the seventh day, after breakfast, drive to Punakha and in the afternoon, visit Punakha Dzong. At night, come back to Punakha/Wandiphodrang. Your next day's drive will be to Paro en route visit Simtokha Dzong.
Then walk down to the track to visit Rinpung Dzong. Spend your night at Paro. The next day, you can take an excursion to the Taktsang Monastery viewpoint. This site has been recognised as a most sacred place and was visited by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in the year 1646. On the last day, move towards Paro Airport for your home destination.
The Bhutanese concept of happiness has a deeper meaning than the ordinary view of happiness. Adventure Bhutan is a virtual guide to the "Land of Dragons". Bhutan is also known for its festivals and colours. The tour operators will include meet and greet officials upon arrival at the airport or NJP Station.
Hotel accommodations are confirmed as stated by the name mentioned in the category for the period. All costs for optional tours, up-gradation charges, guide fees, and sightseeing entrance fees are excluded from the price list.
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Please note as per the Government Rule, in 01 Tata Sumo / Hard Top Jeep only 08 heads are allowed that is including child. In 01 INNOVA only 06 heads are allowed that is including child. Incase the number of heads traveling increases above 08 in a Tata Sumo / Hard Top Jeep & 06 in an Innova than the guest will have to opt for the 2nd (second) vehicle for which the cost is mentioned above.
Incase the guest is opting for INNOVA as per the unwritten syndicate rule; INNOVA will do the main transfer & sightseeing of Kalimpong & Darjeeling only. Lachung & Pelling sightseeing will be done by NON AC Tata Sumo / Mahindra Maxx / Hard Top vehicle which may have front / side facing seat. Gangtok sightseeing will be done by NON AC Maruti Van / Similar (one vehicle for every 04 paying Pax). Also while opting for INNOVA please inform the guest to travel light with minimum baggage of one piece per person. In case of excess baggage the guest will have to opt for an extra vehicle for carrying the excess baggage. The cost for this will be collected directly from the guest.
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