cultural tour of bhutan

Overview:

A vivid landscape and even more vivid people greet you as you come to Bhutan. This small country nestled in the lap of the Himalayas is a visual treat. Bhutan tours are a great option if you happen to be touring India's North Eastern states like Sikkim, Tripura, Assam, or Arunachal Pradesh. There are plenty of stunning monasteries all over Bhutan since the nation is largely Buddhist. In addition, there is breathtaking scenery to enjoy as the Great Himalayan Range runs along Bhutan. So do the Shivalik hills and many other prominent peaks and mountains.

Destination Covered: Paro - Thimpu - Paro

Tour Highlights:

Tashichho Dzong
National Memorial Chorten
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck
Rinpung Dzong

Day 01 Arrive Paro - Thimpu Catch your flight to Bhutan. If the weather is clear and sunny then on the flight you will enjoy a wonderful view of the Himalayan scenery. You may fly to Paro airport in Bhutan either along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu or over the foot of hills from Kolkatta. It is anenthralling journey, concluding in an exciting descent past forested hills into the kingdom.
Upon your arrival in Paro, you will meet our representative who will escort you to Thimpu (55 kms) - the capital town of Bhutan. It is afascinating drive of about 1 ½ hours full of scenic views. Upon your arrival, check in at hotel.
Thimphu is the capital and the largest city of the Kingdom of Bhutan. Itis perhaps the most unusual capital city in the world, which also houses the government. This lively town is home to Bhutans Royal family, the civil servants, and foreign missions with representation in Bhutan. The headquarters for a number of internationally funded development projects are based here.
Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 02 Thimpu - Paro In the morning take a journey toTrashichhoedzong, the beautiful primitive fortress/monastery which houses most of the Government's office and King's Throne room. It is also the summer residence of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot. Proceed to the National Memorial Chorten. The building of this famed landmark was originally conceptualized and built by Bhutans third king, His Majesty Jigme DorjiWangchuk (the architect of modern Bhutan) who has wished to erect monument to world peace and prosperity. It was completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it serves both as a memorial to the Late King and as a memorial to peace. Also tour the Folk & Textile Heritage Museums, a fascinating indication to Bhutans living traditions.
Later in the day journeyback to Paro. On arriving in Paro, check into the hotel.
Paro valley offers a scenic viewand contains a wealth of attractions. Drive to the Ta Dzong, once a watchtower, built to defend RinpungDzong during inter-valley wars of the 17th century, Ta Dzong was instated as Bhutans National Museum in 1968. On your way back, walk down a hillside trail to visit RinpungDzong, which has a long and fascinating history.
In the evening enjoy walking around Paro main street.
Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 Paro - Onward Destination In the morning after breakfast transfer to the airport to catch flight to your onward destination.