Bhutan Dragon Kingdom
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- Visit the 17th century Gangteng Monastery in Phobjikha Valley
- Visit the 7th century Jambey Lhakhang in Bumthang
- Join a cooking class with local chefs to learn how to prepare local Bhutanese delicacies in Bumthang
- Climb through open countryside to Ura la pass and enjoy views of Mt Gangkhar Puensum in Ura Valley
- Take a short hike to the temple of the ‘Divine Madman' in Punaka
- Visit the 7th Century Kyichu Lhakhang temple, the famous Tiger's Nest and the fascinating Rinpung Dzong in Paro
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Meals: Welcome Reception and Dinner
Accommodation: Taj Tashi, Thimphu
Welcome to Bhutan! Descend through the clouds past some of the world's highest glacial peaks, forested hills and the silvery Paro river snaking along the valley below. After a traditio...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Taj Tashi, Thimphu
Thimphu is an exciting blend of tradition and modernity. Sightseeing includes ancient Bhutanese architecture at Simply Bhutan, the Textile Museum and the National Library, housing an exten...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Gangtey Gompa Lodge, Gangtey
Head east through the mountains and across the Puna Tsang Chu (Sankosh River) at Wangdue Phodrang to reach the beautiful Phobjikha Valley. Nestled in the surrounding slopes, visi...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Yu Gharling Resort/Peling, Bumthang
Today's drive is through the very heart of Bhutan to Bumthang, the general name given to the combination of four valleys – Chumey, Choekhor, Tang and Ura. Home to many of ...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Yu Gharling Resort/Peling, Bumthang
Today, visit the Jakar Dzong and Kurjey Lhakhang complex, where the body imprint of Guru Rinpoche is still preserved in solid rock. Nearby, visit the 7th century Jambey Lh...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Yu Gharling Resort/Peling, Bumthang
After a restful night's sleep, embark on an excursion to the Ura Valley. Climb up through open countryside to cross the Ura-la-pass (3,600m) with a magnificent views of Mt...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Kunzang Zhing Resort/Densa Resort & Spa, Punakha
After breakfast, drive to Punakha. After checking into your hotel, you are invited into a traditional farm house for tea or coffee with a local family, a unique glimpse into the daily lives of the locals. The rest of the day you are free to relax or explore.
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Kunzang Zhing Resort/Densa Resort and Spa, Punakha
Set in a lush tropical valley, Punakha was Bhutan's capital until 1955. Visit the majestic 'Palace of Great Happiness' (Punakha Dzong) site of the coronatio...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Zhiwa Ling, Paro
Visit the Wangduephodrang Dzong en route back to Paro. Also call in at Simtokha Dzong, the oldest in Bhutan, housing the Institute for Language and Culture Studies. Paro sightseeing includes...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Celebration Dinner
Accommodation: Zhiwa Ling, Paro
This morning, visit the Tiger's Nest, perched on the side of a cliff, 900m above the Paro valley floor. This famous tiered temple of red and gold was founded by the Guru Rinpoche...
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
Time to say farewell! After breakfast, transfer to Paro airport for your onward flights.
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Dec 2024
Excellent
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Dec 2024
Not a good trip… do it on your own
Just not a memorable trip… average in all aspects
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