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Tour Inclusions

Flights Included* Meals included as per itinerary Sightseeing and Transfers as per itinerary

Places Covered

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Thimphu Paro

www.thomascook.in Daywise Itinerary

Arrive Paro by Air and Transfer to Thimphu

On arrival at Paro Airport, (2200Mts). After immigration formalities and baggage collection, you will be met by our representative and Day 1 afterwards drive to Thimphu, the capital town of Bhutan with en-route stop at Chuzom, the confluence of Thimphu and Paro rivers. Three different style of ; Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese adorn this confluence. On arrival, in Thimphu check-into the hotel. Evening an exploratory walk around Thimphu main street and market area. Overnight at the hotel in Thimpy

In the morning, visit handmade paper mill, School of Arts and crafts (Closed on Saturday, Sundays and Government holidays) where students learn 13 different arts used predominantly in Bhutan. Later visit national library and Simply Bhutan museum. Also experience Archery at the Museum Itself. Later drive pass by memorial chorten built in memory of the 3rd King. Visit Buddha viewpoint, Changangkha Lhakhang, the oldest temple in the valley, Enclosure where national animal, Takin are kept and Zilukha Nunnery. Dinner and Overnight at Day 2 the hotel in Thimphu.

www.thomascook.in Today's drive passes through Dochula pass (3100mts) making the most beautiful pass in Bhutan. 108 Druk Wangyel Chortens, built over the pass by queen mother in 2003 marks the pass more important than another passes. When the weather permits one can enjoy a spectacular view of the highest mountains of Bhutan at a sight that stretches almost 180 degrees. After a photo break, we will continue our drive to warm valley of Punakha. On arrival, check into the hotel. Afternoon, we will visit the most beautiful , which houses Day 3 the most elaborated temple in the country. The Dzong, showcase the finest example of the arts and crafts of Bhutan. Later in the day excursion to Chimi Lhakhang (from hotel it is about 15 minutes drive till motorable road and then walk starts through paddy fields and villages. This is total about 1.1/2 hour walk, including both way). The Chimi Lhakhang, situated on a hillock in the centre of the valley, also known as the temple of fertility. A walk through the village near the temple will give you rare glimpses into the daily life and lifestyle of the villagers. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.

After breakfast hike up through fields of chilies, cabbages and rice along the banks of the Mo Chhu to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten (approx. 2 hours round trip walk), a stunning monument recently built by the Queens and consecrated in 1999. Afternoon visit Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang nunnery: Perched on a ridge amid pine trees and overlooking valleys of Punakha and Wangduephodrang, gleams the magnificent structures of Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang(Temple). The temple houses a 14-foot main bronze statue of Day 4 Avalokiteshvara (Chenrigzig chagtong chentong). Other statues include those of Guru Padmasambawa, , Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel, Tsela Namsum, the 21 Taras and Tsepamay (Buddha of longevity). The Avalokiteshvara statue, one of the biggest in the country, was the handiwork of entirely local Bhutanese artisans. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.

www.thomascook.in After breakfast drive back to Paro descending back down from Dochu La, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and Paro Chhu river valleys, before crossing through Paro Town towards the north end of the valley. En route visit , the place of profound tantric teaching, this dzong now houses a school for the study of the Dzongkha language. Later in the day after checking into hotel, proceed to visit Ta Dzong, originally built as Watchtower, which now houses National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha Day 5 paintings, textiles, weapons and armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts.Then walk down the trail to visit , meaning ("fortress of the heap of jewels"), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic Mandala. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

It is one of the most famous of Bhutan's monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called 'Tiger's Nest'. Afternoon drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Chomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory from the approach road to the Dzong. On the way, visit the 7th century Day 6 , one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of . Evening an exploratory walk around Main Street and market area. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

www.thomascook.in Depart Paro

After early breakfast at the hotel, drive to the airport for flight to your onward destination. Our representative will help you with exit Day 7 formalities and then bid you farewell.

www.thomascook.in Accomodation

Hotel Gyelsa Boutique Inn Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Thimphu | 2 Nights

Hotel Pema Karpo Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Punakha | 2 Nights

www.thomascook.in Hotel Drukchen Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Paro | 2 Nights

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Services of Local English Speaking Guide. Travel Insurance 01 Cultural Evening along with dinner once during the tour (Same can only be arranging when group size is 10 pax and above). 01 Sim Card Per Family Services of Tour Manager/Man on Spot

Transfers and Sightseeing by Non AC Toyota Coaster/Hiace/Similar depending on group Size.

Vehicles as per group size on Sharing basis Vehicle is not at disposal - means it is for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary. Seats Allotment in the Vehicle is on first come first serve basis at the venue, irrespective of the booking dates.

Exclusion

Monument Entrances Tips and Porterage Camera fees, guide charges Any services not mentioned in inclusion list

Valid For Apr 2019 To Jun 2019

Private Vehicle for 2 to 3 Pax @ 19500 Per Vehicle Private Vehicle for 4 to 6 Pax @ 27500 Per Vehicle Private Vehicle for 7 to 9 Pax @ 31500 Per Vehicle River Rafting at Punakha: INR 9500 (minimum 6 to 8 pax)

Supplement for a night Stay in New Delhi near to Airport. (Breakfast , Dinner and Two way airport transfer)

Double Sharing INR 2800 per Person Triple Sharing INR 2200 Per Person Child with Bed INR 950 Per Child Child No Bed INR 600 Per Child INR 4500 Per Room single room Single

Supplement for a night Stay in Kolkata near to Airport Breakfast , Dinner and Two way airport transfer)

Double Sharing INR 3000 per Person Triple Sharing INR 2400 Per Person Child with Bed INR 1050Per Child Child No Bed INR 700 Per Child Single INR 4800 Per Room single room

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