9 Nights 10 Days Bhutan Tour Package

Phuentsholing

2 nights

Hotel Ga Me Ga Deluxe room

Thimphu

2 nights

Asura Hotel Deluxe room

Punakha

2 nights

Zhingkham Resort Deluxe room

Phobjikha Valley

1 night

Dewachen Hotel & Spa Deluxe room

Paro

2 nights

Tashi Namgay Resort Deluxe room

9 nights in 5 cities, 2 rooms. Similar hotels may be used if one is full.

• Accommodation
• Pickup and drop
• Sightseeing
• Meals
• Welcome Drink on Arrival

1. Day 1 Phuentsholing

   Arrival at Bagdogra Airport/ NJP Station

   On arrival in Bagdogra/NJP Station, met by our representative and drive to Phuntsholing.
   Evening, as the time permits, visit Zangthopheri Temple and Bhutan Gate.
   Later take a stroll around Phuentsholing market

   Night in Phuentsholing · Hotel Ga Me Ga
2. Day 2 Thimphu

   Phuntsholing to Thimphu

   Morning proceed to Thimphu, the modern capital town of Bhutan. 4km ahead of Phuentsholing, visit Kharbandi Gompa, beautiful Overnight monastery situated in garden of tropical plants and flowers. On the way, stop over Gude Town, Damchu Water Fall and Chozom.
   Nearby Thimphu, visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the kingdom which now houses the School for religious and cultural studies.

   Night in Thimphu · Asura Hotel
3. Day 3 Thimphu

   Thimphu Sightseeing

   Morning drive to BBS Tower for fascinating view of Thimphu valley and later visit mini zoo(Takin Preserve Center), Tashi Chho Dong, Buddha Point(Kuensel Phodrang), Memorial Chorten (stupa) and Simply Bhutan- The Living museum when you can enjoy the cultural dance of Bhutan.
   Afternoon, as the time permits, visit to School of Arts & Crafts, Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum and Handicrafts Emporium(Craft Bazzer) later evening visit and Chang Yul Park.

   Night in Thimphu · Asura Hotel
4. Day 4 Punakha

   Thimphu to Punakha

   Early morning after breakfast drive to Punakha, En-route stopover at Dochula Pass where 108 Chorten was built by the present Queen Mother of Bhutan Ashi Dorji Wangmo to commemorate Bhutan’s over Indians militants and to liberate the soul of the soldiers lost. Punakha Dzong: Built-in 1637, the dzong continues to be the winter for the clergy, headed by Chief Abbott, the Je Khenpo. It is a stunning example of Bhutanese architecture, sitting at the fork of two rivers portraying the image of the medieval city from a distance. The dzong was destroyed by fires and glacial floods over the years but has been carefully restored and is today a fine example of Bhutanese craftsmanship. Longest suspensory bridge of the Kingdom. If possible go for river rafting.

   Night in Punakha · Zhingkham Resort
5. Day 5 Punakha

   Punakha(lasure)

   Today full day for Lasure. Evening if its suitable stroll down the local market.

   Night in Punakha · Zhingkham Resort
6. Day 6 Phobjikha Valley

   Punakha to Phobjikha/Gangtay

   After breakfast visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten(Monastery) and Chimmi Lakhang- The Fertility Temple and drive to Gangtey / Phobjikha. In the mountains east of Wangduephodrang lies the beautiful Phobjikha valley, on the slopes of which is situated the great monastery of Gangtey, established in the 17th century. The village of Phobjikha lies a few km, down from the monastery, on the valley floor. This quiet, remote valley is the winter home of black-necked cranes, which migrate from the arid plains of Tibet in the north, to pass the winter months in a milder climate. Explore Gangtey village.

   Night in Phobjikha Valley · Dewachen Hotel & Spa
7. Day 7 Paro

   Phobjikha to Paro

   Morning visit the Royal Society for Protection of Nature, Nyelung Dechenling Temple and meet the locals. You might catch the sight of the heavenly bird if visiting early spring/late autumn. The wide valley provides plenty of trails to take easy walks. In the evening drive to Paro and if possible, visit Drukgyel Dzong (Fortress/monastery), the ruined fortress from where Bhutanese repelled several invasions by Tibetan armies. On a clear day, there is a splendid view of Mt. Chomolhari from the approach road to this Dzong.

   Night in Paro · Tashi Namgay Resort
8. Day 8 Paro

   Hike to Taktsang Monastery(Tiger's nest)

   Morning drive to Chele La pass is at a cool crisp mountain pass and your route takes you through a spectacularly lovely forest of pine, oak and rhododendrons that ablaze with blood red and pink blooms in April and May. The heady scent of daphne permeates the air and the sun-dappled - as enchanting a drive as you could have hoped for. Around 10 km from the top you can spot the Kila Nunnery perched on the opposite hillside with prayer flags lining the walking path to it and surrounding the complex. Once you cross the tree line, you are likely to come up with yaks grazing in the alpine meadows. The pass itself is marked by a multitude of prayer flags that seem to spear the intense blue skies! On a clear day, you can get a breathtaking view of Mt. Jomolhari and other Himalayan giants. Later visit to Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Bhutan. Tibetan King Songtsen Gambo the second of two temples builds this in Bhutan in a single day to hold down the giant demoness who was preventing the spread of Buddhism .
   In the evening, go for traditional hot stone bath.

   Night in Paro · Tashi Namgay Resort
9. Day 9 Phuentsholing

   Paro to Phuntsholing

   Morning visit Ta Dzong (National Museum) and walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, the fortress which has a long and fascinating history and also visit Dungtse Lhakhang.
   After Lunch, we drive to phuntsholing. One the way stop over at Tachog Lhakhang.(Iron Bridge).

   Night in Phuentsholing · Hotel Ga Me Ga
10. Day 10

    Bagdogra Airport/ NJP Station Departure

    Morning depart to Bagdogra Airport/ NJP Station for onward program.