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Vacation Activities Highlight |
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Clients visiting to Bhutan will be able to explore the unique Prakar Festival (Nov 8 to Nov 18), cultures and traditions of Bhutan that is still be well preserved. One will also be able to explore the rich cultural history and nature of the country. One will be able to visit to Monastery, Hike to numerous interesting places such as Tiger's Nest, visit Bhutanese Farm House, Fortresses, watch people playing their famous national game Archery, visit the weekend market and communicate with the local people. Those who are interested in adventure will be able to do trekking, bicycling, bird watching and rafting.
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Vacation Activities Information |
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Day 1 – Arrive at Paro Airport and then drive to the capital city Thimphu. Altitude: 2320m/ 7656ft above sea level.(1 hour 30 minutes drive)
The flight into the Himalayas reveals scenic and breathtaking views of Himalayan Mountains of the world. If weather permits you will be able to see Mt Everest (8848m, 29,198ft) and other Himalayan mountain ranges. After checking into the hotel later visit, Zorig Chusum Institute, Textile museum, Paper factory, Memorial Chorten, Mini zoo, Sangaygang View Point: The view point is also the perfect place to take in some truly breathtaking views of the entire city of Thimpu and also later visit Kuenselcholing hilltop where the largest Buddha in the world is being built Tashichho Dzong.
In the evening if you wish, Raven Tours and Treks can make arrangements under your request to take you to enjoy the recent trends of the younger Bhutanese, who spend their evenings in the discotheques, or in the entertaining hubs where there are live performances of Bhutanese songs and dances (traditional and modern) by the best Bhutanese bands. If you wish you can even test your singing talents in the bars that offer Karaoke. Overnight in Thimphu
Day 2 –In Thimphu
Morning visit the weekend market: Held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the people crowd the stalls every day, dressed in full colour and gathered to meet and to barter, much like the street markets in London! Later take a hike to Cheri Monastery(Includes Dodina and Jigme Dorji Wild life Sanctuary), Folk Heritage museum. Thangtong Dewachen(Nunnery). Later just stroll around the city and see how local live and do some shopping. Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 3 – Thimphu to Trongsa. Altitude: 2200m /7260ft above sea level. (5 hours drive)
Morning driving towards Trongsa, we come across a pass known as Dochula (3140m, 10362ft from where a beautiful panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain range can be seen, especially in clear winter days. The beauty of this place is further enhanced by the Druk Wangyal Chortens- a 108 stupas built by the eldest Queen, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck. Overnight in Trongsa.
Day 4 – Trongsa to Bumthang. Altitude: 2600m/ 8580ft above sea level. (3 hours drive)
Morning visit, Trongsa Dzong. Later drive to Bumthang valley. On the way visit Hand Loom shops. Overnight in Bumthang.
Day 5 – In Bumthang
Attend the Festival: The day begins with the famous mask dances. Festivals in the Land Of Thunder Dragon are rich and happy expressions of its ancient Buddhist culture. These festivals are held in all districts in honor of Guru Rinpoche, the saint who introduced Buddhism to Bhutan in the 8th century. There is simply no better way of experiencing the colour, passion and sheer vibrancy of Bhutan than by attending one of the numerous religious festivals that take place around the year.Tsechus are held on auspicious days and months in the Bhutanese calendar, and last up to four days in which a series of highly stylized masked dance rituals are performed. Attendees adorned in astounding colour gather from far and wide, sporting exotic masks and taking part in the myriad events that are on offer, from games of chance at the local fairs to elaborate mystic rituals. An experience that is not to be missed!
Later stroll around the town. Overnight in Bumthang
Day 6 – In Bumthang
Morning visit the closing ceremony of the festival and visit Jakar Dzong, Jambay Lhakhang,Kurjey Lhakhang, Then hike across to Tamzhing Lhakhang, Mebar Tsho(Lake of Burning Fire): This is a sacred lake for Bhutanese who believe that Pema Lingpa discovered religious treasures from this lake in the 12th century.
Later stroll around the town. Overnight in Bumthang.
Day 8 – Bumthang to Gangtey Goenpa/Phobjikha. Altitude: 2800m/ 9240ft above sea level (5 hours drive).
Morning drive to Gangtey valley. Overnight in Gangtey.
Day 9 – Gangtey to Punakha. Altitude: 1350m/4455ft above sea level.(1hour 30 minutes drive)
Morning visit the Phobjikha Visitor Centre. Later we will go for a Gangtey Nature Trail: (Duration: Half day: two hours at a quicker pace): This is one of the most beautiful and shortest of the existing nature trail. In this trail you have the opportunity to visit the magnificent Goemba(Monastery), it also leads to sloping area of green grass, flanked by pine trees on either side. You will even come across some villages, rivers, crane roosting ground.
Later drive to Punakha valley. Overnight in Punakha.
Day 10 –Punakha to Paro. Altitude: 2280m/ 7524ft above sea level(4 hours drive)
Morning visit, Punakha Dzong (fortress), Chimi Lhakhang(Temple of fertility). Later drive to Paro valley. Later visit, Ta Dzong, Rimpung Dzong. Kichu Lhakhang (Monastery). Overnight in Paro.
Day 11 – In Paro
Hike to Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s nest): This is Bhutan’s most recognizable cultural icon perched 800m/2640ft up a seemingly sheer cliff. Although it was tragically and mysteriously consumed by fire in April 1998 it has now been restored to its former glory. It is believed that in the 8th century, the great tantric master Guru Rimopche/ Padmasambhava (2nd Buddha) flew on the back of a tigress to the site where the monastery now stands. Three hours hike(to and fro)
Visit Farmhouse: Eating, taking bath and staying for a night at a local farmhouse gives a different variation, and a chance to see the inside of such a home, rather than just the brightly decorated exteriors. Later stroll around the town and see how locals live. Overnight in Paro
Day 12 – Depart from Paro.
Early breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the airport. Your escort from Raven Tours and Treks will assist you with exit formalities and bid you farewell.
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Notes for price Information |
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Notes:
- The cost mentioned is per person per night.
- For 1 pax, additional US$40 per person per night is levied.
- For 2 pax additional US$30 per person per night is levied
Price Includes:
• Accommodation with breakfast in 3 to 4 star hotels.
• Lunch and Dinner in local restaurants.
• Experienced English Speaking Tour Guide licensed by Tourism Council of Bhutan.
• Private transport within Bhutan (Toyota coach / Tucson / Santafe / Land cruiser / Prado) as per itinerary.
• Museum & Monuments entrance fee.
• Mineral water during the tour
• Government Royalty
• Tourism Development Fund
Service not included:
1. Visa fee USD 20 Per Person.
2. Air ticket(flight fare)
3. Bank fee of US$30 only
4. Travel Insurance.
5. Gratuities, bar bills, telephone bills, personal expenses, and laundry.
Checklist:
- Valid passport (valid for six months after your date of entry into Asia)
- Photocopy of passport page to carry in wallet
- Air tickets (Make a copy of flight tickets which may be helpful, in case of loss)
- Visa Clearance (Make a copy of visa clearance which may be helpful, in case of emergencies)
- MasterCard(credit card) work in one of the bank in Bhutan from where you can directly take out the money from the ATM machine.
- Visa credit cards, visa debit cards and ATM are not accepted in Bhutan. Traveler’s cheques and some cash are highly recommended.
- Mobile (if your cell phone is from CINGULLAR USA or ATNT (USA) operators then your cell phone will work in Bhutan.)
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