Shangri-La Tour Bhutan

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Country

Bhutan

Duration

11 Days

Activity

Trekking

The highlights of Shangri-La

The visit to Bumthang, also known as the broad Central Valley. It is the most memorable part of the Shangri-La excursion. The people of Bhutan make the journey to this religious place, which consider the origin of Buddhism in the country. The numerous prominent monasteries and temples that make up this region each hold their own collection of priceless holy relics.

The Punakha Dzong, located in Punakha, as well as Wangdiphordang and the Gangtey Gompa, located in Phubjika, are each great destinations to visit. The cultural history and natural splendor of Thimphu, and Paro valley will, without a doubt, captivate you during your time there. Thimphu is the capital city of Bhutan. You will travel to Taktsang, also known as the Tiger’s Nest, while you are in Thimpu. In all of Buddhism, Taktsang considers one of the most beautiful and important pilgrimage locations. It is said that Guru Padmasambhava flew to the cliffs on the back of a Tiger to meditate. And that the Tigress, who was his wife, was the diving Yeshe Tsogyel. Even though Bhutan is a small country in its area it has a beautiful landscape and culture.

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 01:

Arrival at Paro and drive further to Thimphu

Reception by our representative and drive to Thimphu. Overnight hotel.

Day 02:

Sightseeing of Thimphu

Visit the King’s memorial Chorten; the handmade paper Factory and the Archery Grounds where Bhutan’s National Sport of Archery can be witnessed. In the afternoon, visit the traditional medicine hospital, school of Thangka painting and Mask Making and Traditional crafts. Stroll in the capital town of Thimphu.

Day 03:

Drive to Punakha

Drive over the 10,000ft pass of Dochula to view the stunning scenery of the Himalayan ranges; descend to the old winter capital of Punakha; visit Wangdiphodrang valley.

Day 04:

Drive to Phubjika( Gangtey)

Excursion to serene Gangtey valley, home of the rare black-necked cranes that fly over Tibet in the winter; visit the Gangtey monastery.

Day 05:

Drive to Bunthang via Tongsa

Drive to Bumthang. Visit Tongsa – the biggest Dzong in Bhutan and the seat of power in 19th century Bhutan; walk to the “Watch Tower”, Ta Dzong that once guarded the Dzong below.

Day 06:

Sightseeing of Bumthang

Considered the most sacred and religious of all the valleys in Bhutan. In Bhumthang view the White Bird Dzong, drive to the Flaming Lake – Membartsho – where Terton Pemalingpa, the Treasure Finder and reincarnation of the eminent Buddhist saint Guru Padmasambhava found the sacred religious treasures in the 15th century.

Day 07:

Drive to Punakha

Drive back to Punakha with a picnic lunch en route.

Day 08:

Drive to Paro via Thimphu

Drive back to Thimpu; visit Simtokha Dzong; and continue to Paro. Overnight hotel in Paro.

Day 09:

Sightseeing around in Paro

In Paro, visit the northern part of the valley to Drukgyel Dzong ruins (Monastery Fortress) that once was a strategic post to withhold invading Tibetan forces from the north; visit the famous Kyichu Lhakhang- one of 108 sacred Lhakhang built by the Buddhist King Srongtsen Gampo of Tibet. Visit the Rinpung Dzong-fortress of a mountain of jewels; the Nature History Museum at Ta Dzong is one of the finest in Asia.

Day 10:

Visit around in paro

Hike up to the Tiger’s Nest known as Taktsang one of the most spectacular and most sacred pilgrim sites to all Buddism – Guru Padmasambhava is known to have flown on a Tigers to meditate on the cliffs- the Tigress being his consort the diving Yeshe Tsogyel.

Day 11:

Departure

Drive to Paro Airport for onward destination.

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What is included?

  • Accommodations in standard hotels on full board (B.L.D)
  • All monument entrance fees, Royalty and visa fee of Bhutan
  • Private transport, in city English – speaking guide, airfare Kathmandu- Bhutan – Kathmandu
  • Arrival and transfer transport from to the international airport in Paro

What is excluded?

  • Personal expenses like soft and hard drink, laundry, telephone
  • Airport tax and tips for local staff
  • Personal insurance for helicopter rescue in case of emergency

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