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Remarkable East Bhutan Revealed Remarkable East Bhutan Revealed 13 Days 1–13 November 2019 Limited to 12 passengers Part of Remarkable East’s Insights Series Hosted by Lincoln Harris Bhutan is a place like no other. A place of remarkable beauty, where life truly moves at a slower pace and where the material pursuits of the West have been resisted in favour of tradition. A place that measures progress not in economic terms but in terms of happiness. Bhutan Revealed will showcase some of the country’s incredible scenic beauty, highlight the traditions, culture and values held in deep respect, and introduce you to the kind-hearted Bhutanese people. With modest ambles and optional longer walks, we discover dramatic dzongs, pristine beauty, warm and welcoming locals and of course Gross National Happiness — all set against a backdrop of Buddhism. Bhutan Revealed is timed to coincide with the once-a- year Bumthang Tsechu - a grand festival of colour and joy where entire communities come in their finest attire to witness Buddhist ritual, folk dances, receive blessing and to socialise. It will be a remarkable event and one not to be missed. Remarkable East DAY 1 DAY 2 Arrive Paro — Thimphu Thimphu First impressions last and your arrival Discover Thimphu today with visits to into Bhutan will surely stay with you long the National Memorial Chorten, and the after your visit. As your plane approaches Buddha Dordenma statue, one of the Paro you will be greeted by sweeping world’s largest statues of Buddha in the views of some of the world’s highest seated position. Later, explore the city’s peaks, thus setting the scene for a trip weekend farmers’ market — the biggest rich in natural beauty. You will be met at market in Bhutan — where locals come the airport and our journey commences to shop for food supplies each week with a short drive to Thimphu, home and to socialise. See local vegetables, to Bhutan’s Royal Family, and the only fruit, eggs and dairy products for sale capital city in the world without traffic and learn a little about how they are lights. Take a gentle guided walk in used in Bhutanese cooking. In the Thimphu in the afternoon. Tonight, an evening, a short talk on Buddhism will expert local resident will introduce us detail its significance to the country. to the Gross National Happiness Index > Overnight Thimphu Tower, Thimphu with a short talk. Buddhism forms the fabric of Bhutan > Overnight Thimphu Tower, Thimphu and is a crucial part of its identity. While Buddhism forms a backdrop to this 01 tour — you don’t need a deep interest in Buddhism to enjoy Bhutan Revealed. The country’s natural beauty, culture, values and its genuinely warm people are as much a part of this trip and will be able to be appreciated by all. 02 03 Bhutan Revealed DAY 3 04 Thimphu — Punakha Depart for Punakha, a scenic drive that will take us over the Dochula Pass at 3,050 metres, stopping en route for panoramic views of the eastern Himalayan Ranges and to see the 108 stupas atop the pass. Visit the Temple of the Divine Madman, also known as the God of Fertility, with its striking images and symbols of reproduction. Our hotel in Punakha sits nestled on the side of a valley with picturesque views; rooms have inviting balconies where you can relax and absorb the natural scenery that surrounds you. > Overnight Zhingkham Resort, Punakha DAY 4 Punakha 05 Visit Punakha Dzong, also known as the Castle of Great Happiness, an architectural masterpiece that sits at the confluence of two rivers. Spend some time exploring the dzong and walk over the nearby longest suspension bridge in Bhutan. Pause for a simple picnic lunch at the beautiful Punakha riverside today. Later, a gentle walk weaving through rice paddies will take us to Khamsum Yuley Namgay Chorten, a temple in north Punakha with views of the valley and one of the finest examples of Bhutanese architecture and iconography. Afterwards, stretch your legs with a longer riverside and village walk, or choose to explore the small town of Khuruthang and return to the hotel. > Overnight Zhingkham Resort, Punakha One of the best ways to experience Bhutan and its natural beauty is to be out among it — through gentle strolls and longer walks. One of the unique (this page) 01 Monks at Punakha Dzong features of Bhutan Revealed will be the 02 Scenic mountain views two accompanying national guides, as 03 Gentle walks 04 Gross National Happiness well as myself as host. With two national 05 Thimphu guides this tour will allow those who (following page) want to enjoy longer walks to do so — 06 Tour host Lincoln Harris 07 Punakha Dzong while travellers who prefer more 08 Gangtey cultural sightseeing and local 09 Buddha Dordenma Statue Thimphu 10 Butter lamps experiences will have that choice. 11 Decorative handle 12 Prayer flags and shrine Lincoln Harris Remarkable East 07 06 08 09 10 11 Bhutan Revealed 12 Remarkable East DAY 5 to roost. The cranes arrive in November Punakha — Gangtey and we may be fortunate enough to see these highly endangered birds. Drive to Gangtey in central Bhutan, Afterwards, visit a small monastery in travelling toward the Black Mountain the valley for a private butter lamp Ranges, passing by small farmhouses offering and prayer ceremony for our and through pretty forests and roadside group. (You are not required to do villages. Stop along the way at local anything, just sit and enjoy the special wayside markets and to take in the views atmosphere.) of the surrounding landscapes. In the afternoon experience a traditional > Overnight Dewachen, Gangtey Bhutanese hot stone bath at our hotel — a bath in a wooden tub where the water is warmed by stones heated in a fire. DAY 7 A wonderful chance to unwind and to Gangtey — Trongsa experience first-hand a tradition Journey by vehicle across the Black of Bhutan. Mountain Ranges to Trongsa, crossing > Overnight Dewachen, Gangtey the Pele La Pass at 3,300 metres. See the abundant brightly coloured prayer flags and large monument that marks DAY 6 the top of the pass, and stop en route Gangtey to see local villages, stupas and the beautiful mountain landscapes. After Explore Gangtey today, starting with lunch, explore the Trongsa Dzong, the a visit to the Gangtey Monastery, a 16th largest fortress in Bhutan and arguably century monastery that exemplifies the most impressive due to its sheer traditional Bhutanese craftsmanship. size and traditional architecture. Later, a gentle guided nature walk and picnic lunch will reveal the beauty of > Overnight Yangkhil, Trongsa the surrounding Phobjikha Valley — the winter home of the elegant black-necked crane that flies each winter from Tibet 13 Bhutan Revealed 14 DAY 8 Trongsa — Bumthang Travel farther into eastern Bhutan to Bumthang — known as the `Switzerland of the Himalayas’ — and a beautiful region of Bhutan most travellers don’t reach. Comprising of four valleys, Bumthang is home to many prominent Buddhist temples and monasteries. Stay three nights in a family run lodge where we can explore the valley and experience its beauty, while savouring delicious home-style cooking. Expect homemade breads, strawberry jam and yogurt, and meals made from fresh ingredients sourced in the valley. > Overnight Wangdicholing Lodge, DAY 9 Bumthang Bumthang Driving farther east, we reach parts Visit the Jakhar Dzong, or Castle of the of Bhutan that are out of range of most White Bird, for the annual festival of visitors. The countryside we pass through Bumthang — a spectacular celebration is sparsely populated, though we may full of colour and joy. Witness the encounter semi-nomadic yak herders colourful masked religious dances, the coming down from the mountains with folk dances and battle enactments, and their animals to winter in the warmer see the entire communities that come valleys. Bumthang itself is a regional dressed in their finest for this grand centre, with people coming in from event — to socialise and to receive distance villages and farms to restock blessings. A chance to be part of a truly 15 with provisions and catch-up with family special occasion for local people and to and friends. The main streets have a enjoy their company as they celebrate. frontier town feel, while the surrounding > Overnight Wangdicholing Lodge, areas are largely undisturbed, save for Bumthang small farms, the occasional temple and ubiquitous stupas, and ideal for our gentle explorations on foot. Our day DAY 10 observing the tsechu looms as the focal Bumthang point of our visit to the valley. Visit the major sacred sites of the valley this morning, with gentle walks between some of the temples located close to each other. Enjoy a European-style lunch at a rustic lodge in the picturesque valley, where we can enjoy Emmental- style cheese made from local ingredients and Bhutan’s craft beer Red Panda. The afternoon is free to enjoy the tranquillity of the valley or take a stroll into the nearby town. > Overnight Wangdicholing Lodge, Bumthang Remarkable East 16 Bhutan Revealed (previous page) 13 Prayer wheels 14 Tsechu (festival) 15 Masked dancer at tscechu (festival) (this page) 16 Tiger’s Nest 17 Prayer flags 18 Punakha Valley DAY 11 Bumthang — Paro Board a scheduled flight for Paro — a 30 minute scenic journey with spectacular mountain views. In Paro visit the Rimpong Dzong, the most visible landmark in the 17 Paro Valley, and walk across the 16th century cantilever bridge. Stay at the luxury hotel Zhiwa Ling in Paro. This elegant property is built entirely by hand and honours the traditional crafts and architecture of Bhutan — notice the dzong-like main building with its colourful painted walls and intricately carved wooden beams.
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