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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Arrive Paro (By Druk Air flight): The flight into Paro on our national carrier, Druk Air, is a befitting introduction to the spectacular beauty of our country. In clear weather, magnificent views of the world鈥檚 highest peaks, give way to the lush green Paro valley as you land. Your Bhutanese escort from exotic Vacation Bhutan, will greet you on arrival, and then drive you the short distance to the Hotel. If time permits, visit the town in the evening followed by a visit to a typical Bhutanese farmhouse. Dinner and overnight Tashi Namgay Resort or similar.

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• Day 2 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Paro sightseeing: After breakfast, drive in the morning to the ruins of the Drukgyal Dzong 16 km up the valley. Built in 1647 by the great Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, father and unifier of medieval Bhutan, the dzong was destroyed by accidental fire and left in ruins as an evocative reminder of the great victories it was built to commemorate. Explore the ramparts and on a clear day experience an unforgettable view of Mt. Jhomolhari (7,314 m). On the way back, visit Kichu Lhakhang, built in 659 A.D by the Tibetan king Srongsen Gampo.After lunch, Ta Dzong (built in 1656 and renovated in 1968), an ancient watchtower, which now houses the National Museum. Below the museum is the Paro Rimpung Dzong (literally meaning 鈥淗eap of Jewels鈥�, built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the centre of civil and religious authority in this valley. A short walk takes you to the base of the dzong and across a traditional cantilevered, covered bridge.
  
  If we are lucky, we may catch a match in action. Dinner and overnight in Tashi Namgay Resort or similar.

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• Day 3 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Paro, Excursion to Taktsang Monastery 鈥� Thimphu: A very special day, with an excursion to view the spectacular Taktsang (Tiger鈥檚 Nest) monastery 鈥� After breakfast a short drive takes us to Satsam Chorten, from there a 2 hour horse ride till the viewpoint point of the monastery. The trail climbs through beautiful pine forest, many of the trees festooned with Spanish moss, and an occasional grove of fluttering prayer flags. We stop for a rest and light refreshments at the Taktsang Jakhang (cafeteria) and then walk a short distance until we see, clearly and seemingly within reach, Taktsang monastery. The primary Lhakhang was built around Guru Rimpoche鈥檚 meditation cave in the 1684by the Penlop of Paro Gyaltse Tenzin Rabgay, this incredible monastery clings to the edge of a sheer rock cliff that plunges 900 meters into the valley below. Legend has it that Guru Padmasambhava, the tantric mystic who brought Buddhism to Bhutan, flew here on the back of a flying tiger, Dorji Drolo, said to be his favourite consort.
  
  Lunch will be served at the cafeteria. After Lunch, witness the archery match and drive to Thimphu. Overnight in Hotel Migmar or similar.

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• Day 4 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Thimphu Sightseeing: The day begins with a visit to the National Memorial Chorten (1974) built in honour of our late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk and the Dupthop Lhakhang one of the few surviving nunneries in Bhutan. We then visit the National Library, stocked with ancient Buddhist manuscripts, and the Painting School where traditional art is still kept alive through instructions in the art of painting Thangkas (sacred Buddhist religious scrolls).
  
  After lunch we drive to the tallest statue of sitting Buddha. Other highlights include a visit to the Tashichho Dzong, seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). We drive to Simtokha Dzong; the oldest Dzong of Bhutan built by Shabdrung in 1627 and finally visit the Handicrafts Emporium followed by shopping for souvenirs in the shops of Thimphu. Overnight in Hotel Migmar or similar.

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• Day 5 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Thimphu 鈥� Punakha: (76 Km, 3 hours drive).

  • Meals & Drinks Day 05. Thimphu 鈥� Punakha: (76 Km, 3 hours drive). After breakfast, drive to Punakha via Dochula pass. If the weather is clear, we stop for a while at Dochula pass to view Higher Himalayas. On the way, visit Chime Lhakhang, which was built by Lama
• Day 6 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Punakha 鈥� Trongsa 鈥� Bumthang (2800m) (196 km, 6-7 hrs): We start early today. After breakfast drive to Bumthang. Enroute sightseeing in the valley of Wangdiphodrang, it includes: visit to Wangdiphodrang Dzong (from outside) built in 1638. Legend relates that as the people were searching for the site of the Dzong; four ravens were seen flying away in four directions. This was considered auspicious sign, representing the spread of religion to the four points of the compass. The Dzong is situated at the confluence of Mo Chu and Tang Chu rivers.
  
  After lunch, visit Trongsa Dzong, the most impressive dzong in Bhutan, built in its present form in 1644 by Chogyal Minjur Tempa, the official who was sent by Shabdrung to unify eastern Bhutan and enlarged at the end of the 17th century by Desi Tenzin Rabgay. Trongsa Dzong is the ancestral home of the present Royal Family and first two hereditary kings ruled Bhutan from this Dzong. Then Visit Ta Dzong, an ancient watch tower. The chapel inside the Ta Dzong is said to be dedicated to the Trongsa Penlop Jigme Namgyal and drive to Bumthang. Dinner and overnight in Swiss Guest house or similar.

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• Day 7 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Bumthang Sightseeing: After breakfast, visit Jakar Dzong, which literally means 鈥淭he Castle of White Bird鈥�. The current structure was built in 1667. Visit Jambay Lhakhang said to have been built by King Srongsen Gampo of Tibet in the year 659 on the same day as Kichu Lhakhang in Paro. The temple was visited by Guru Rimpoche during his visit to Bumthang and was renovated by Sindhu Raja after Guru Rimpoche restored his life force. Under the temple is said to be a lake in which Guru Rimpoche hid several Terma. In October one of the most spectacular festival, 鈥淛ambay Lhakhang Drup鈥� is staged here and then visits Kurjey Lhakhang that is named after body print of Guru Rimpoche, built in 1652 by Minjur Tempa. Visit Tamshing Lhakhang (Temple of the good message), established in 1501 by Pema Lingpa and is the most important Nyingmapa temple in the kingdom.
  
  After lunch, visit to Membar Tsho which literally means 鈥淭he Burning lake鈥�. Dinner and over night in Hotel.

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• Day 8 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Jakar 鈥� Nagang Lhakhang (start of the trek): The trek route follows the Chamkhar Chu river, coming across many villages and temples. This is a very easy and relaxing day. Arrive at the village camp at the altitude of 2900 meters. Walking time around 6 hours

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• Day 9 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Ngang Lhakhang 鈥� Ugyenchholing: The trail ascends gradually towards the Phephe la pass, going through the forest of junipers, until you arrive at the pass at an altitude 3340 meters. After the pass descend to Tang Valley, finally arriving at Ugyenchholing village. Camp by the side of the river at the altitude of 2850 meters. Walking time 7-8 hours.

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• Day 10 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Ugyencholing 鈥� Jakar: Morning walk up to the Ugyenchholing dzong and the surrounding village, then drive to Jakar following the Tang chu river until you arrive at the main road junction. On the way visit the Membarstho Lake, where Terton Pemalingpa, the reincarnation of guru Padmasambhava is supposed to have discovered religious treasure in the 12th century. This lake is very sacred and is visited by many Bhutanese during auspicious days to offer butter lamps. Dinner and overnight at Swiss Guest House or similar

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• Day 11 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Bumthang (Excursion to Ura valley): After breakfast, drive to Ura valley. Packed Lunch will be served. In the evening, drive back to Bumthang. Dinner and overnight at Swiss Guest House or similar.

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• Day 12 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Bumthang 鈥� Phobjikha valley (3000m): After breakfast, drive to the beautiful valley of Phobjikha/Gangtey. Visit Gangtey Gompa Monastery from outside. Gyaltse Pema Thinley, the grandson and mind reincarnation of Pema Lingpa founded the Temple in 1613, and Tenzin Legpai Dhendup, the second re-incarnation, built the temple. The present Abbot, Kunzang Pema Namgyal is the ninth re-incarnation. It is a Nyingmapa monastery and is affiliated to other Nyingmapa monasteries including Tamshing in Bumthang. Explore Phobjikha valley, famous for the Black Necked Cranes during winter. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Dewachen or similar

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• Day 13 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Gangtey 鈥� Thimphu (2320 m) (142km, 6 hrs drive): After breakfast, drive to Thimphu. Lunch on the way. In the evening, free for shopping and leisure. Dinner and overnight in Hotel Migmar or similar.

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• Day 14 : BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREK (13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS)

  Thimphu 鈥� Paro: Departure Early morning, drive to the airport and farewell.

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• Flights
• Sightseeing
• Transfers
• Pickup-Drop
• Private Cab
• Private Guide
• Sim Card
• Mineral Water
• Non Veg Meals

Exclusions

• Air Tickets
• Guide
• Driver Tips
• Personal Expenses.

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• Paro, Bhutan, Asia

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