Witness the Thimphu Drubchen, a one day festival that showcases mask dances dedicated to Bhutan’s protective deity known as Palden Lhamo and performances in the courtyard of Tashi Choe Dzong.
Overview
One Hike ( Moderate level ) + Overnight Camping + River Rafting + Sightseeing + Live Cultural Show + Shopping.
Departure and Return Location:
Departure Time: 2 hours after arrival at the airport
Complementary
- Arrange Bhutanese customs
- Souvenir
What to Expect:
- Elevation: 3650 meters above sea level
- Temperature: Approx. – 4 to 20 degree celsius
- Weather: Best in Spring (Mar., Apr., May) and Autumn (Sep., Oct., Nov.). Rain (Jun., & Jul.) and Cold in (Dec., Jan., & Feb.)
- Mountain roads (could be narrow and bumpy in certain places)
- Food: Limited western food and restaurant chains in Bhutan
- Fresh air and smiling faces
Itinerary
★ Arrival at Paro Airport
★ Welcome Drink
★ Visit National Museum and Rinpung Dzong
★ Lunch in Paro town
★ Visit Kichu Lhakhang and Drukgyel Dzong
★ Overnight in Paro
★ After breakfast, hike uphill to the famous Tiger’s Nest temple (1,000m ascent)
★ Before dinner, meditate with a monk at your resort and bless you with a peaceful journey onwards.
★ Overnight in Paro
★ Enroute to Thimphu, stop at Iron-Chained Bridge
★ Visit National Memorial Chorten, Buddha Point, 13 Arts and Craft School and Heritage Museum
★ Overnight in Thimphu
★ Witness the Thimphu Drubchen (Oct. 4, 2019), a one day festival that showcases mask dances dedicated to Bhutan’s protective deity known as Palden Lhamo and performances in the courtyard of Tashi Choe Dzong.
★ Overnight in Thimphu
★ After breakfast drive to Punakha
★ Stopover at Dochula
★ Visit Chimmi Lhakhang
★ Lunch at Lobesa
★ River rafting in Punakha
★ Camp under the glittering stars beside Pho Chu
★ Enroute to Bumthang, stopover at Pelela and visit Chendipji Chorten
★ Break for photo at Yoethongla (3435m)
★ Stopover at Yathra Weaving Center
★ Overnight in Bumthang
★ Visit Jambay Lhakhang and Kurjey Lhakhang
★ Visit farm house in Chummey Valley
★ Drive to Tang Meber Tsho (Burning Lake)
★ Overnight in Bumthang
★ After an early breakfast, drive to Lhuntse
★ Enroute, stopover at Thrimshing La
★ Overnight in Lhuntse
★ Visit the weaving center in Kurtoe Khoma, a place know for designing and weaving unique intricate patterns famously known as Kishuthara
★ Interact with the locals and visit local school
★ Drive to Mongar
★ Overnight in Mongar
★ Drive to Bumthang
★ Overnight in Bumthang
★ After an early breakfast, drive to Phobjikha
★ Enroute, visit Trongsa Dzong
★ Visit Gangtey Lhakhang and Phobjikha valley, a chosen destination for the Black-Necked Cranes
★ Overnight in Phobjikha
★ Return to Thimphu
★ Stopover in Wangdi Phodrang for Lunch
★ Overnight in Thimphu
★ Relax, stroll or shopping in Thimphu
★ Last day is yours to explore
★ Overnight in Paro
★ Farewell and departure
★ Tashi Delek
Prices Includes
- 13 Nights Hotel Accomodation (3*)
- Food and Drinks
- Licensed Guide & Professional driver
- All Entrance Fees
- All Transportation
- Tourist Visa
- Visa Processing Fee
- Tax & Tariff
Prices Excludes
- Air Fares
- Tour Guide Service Fees
- Room Service Fees
- Any Private Expenses
