Day 1 - Singapore (via) Kolkatta Paro – (approx. 2hrs drive) – Thimphu Assemble at Changi Airport for your flight to Paro

by Druk Air via Kolkata. Upon arrival, warm

welcome from Bhutanese representatives. Visit to

Kyichu Lhakang which dates back to the 7th

century. Then, stop at Rinpung Dzong. It is the

most famous temple in Bhutan, and maybe the best

representative of Bhutanese architecture that you

will see. Upon arriving Thimphu, visit the

Trashichhoe Dzong (outer building). It is an

impressive monastery that houses Secretariat building, the throne room of His Majesty, the King and various government offices. It

is also the summer residence of Chief Abbot and central monk body.

Day 2 - Thimphu Tour begins with visit Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha point), the siting Buddha statue is 167 feet high and situated on top of a hill

overlooking the city of Thimpu. National Memorial Chorten is an impressive monument with its golden spires shining in the sun,

its bells tinkling in the wind and an endless procession of elderly people circling around it. Visit Motithang Takin Mini Zoo, a

wildlife reserve area for Takin, the National Animal of Bhutan. Then, proceed to National Institute for Zorig Chusum, commonly

known as 'the painting school. It operates four- to six-year courses that provide instruction in Bhutan's 13 traditional arts. Students

specialise in painting, woodcarving, embroidery or clay statue-making. Have a glimpse into the traditional Bhutanese Life at the

Folk Heritage Museum where the artefacts are kept inside the house remind the visitors about how the rural Bhutanese live today.

At the Traditional Handmade Paper Factory, learn how the paper products are made from a mulberry plant bark called Daphne.

Visit The Post Office, create personalized postage stamps with your own photo for souvenir or sent home on a postcard (own

expenses). Continue to Changlimithang Stadium & Archery Ground. Then visit Changangkha Lhakhang, built in 12th century & is

the oldest temple in Thimphu. Then we shall proceed to Amankora Resort to enjoy our Afternoon Tea with Special Handmade

Cookies. Visit the Bhutan Handicraft Emporium & Authentic Bhutanese Crafts Street spectacle view of traditional bamboo huts,

showcasing a wide range of authentic Bhutan-made art and craft.

Day 3 - Thimphu – (approx. 7hrs drive) – Trongsa We take a morning drive to Trongsa in central Bhutan over the Black Mountains and Pele La pass (3300 m or 10825 ft.). The drive

takes 7 hours and packed lunch is prepared for the journey. Tour highlight is the Trongsa Dzong founded in 1543, a masterpiece of

architecture containing a maze of courtyards, passageways, corridors and additional 23 temples.

Day Breakfast Lunch Dinner Hotel Used or Similar

1 Local Indian Special Bhutanese Cuisine 4* Ramada Thimpu

2 In Hotel Indian Cuisine Local Thai Cuisine

3 In Hotel Packed Lunch In Hotel 4* Yangkhil Resort Trongsa

4 In Hotel Packed Lunch In Hotel 4* RJPO Green Resort

Wangdue

5 In Hotel Bhutanese Cuisine Bhutanese Cuisine 4* Mandala Resort Paro

6 In Hotel Bhutanese Cuisine Bhutanese Cuisine

7 In Hotel

Tour Code : PHB7M Bonus: (1) Bhutan Local Dress Trying + Photo shoot (2) Bhutanese Cultural Dance Show (Min GV 6)

*Picture shown is Tiger Nest

Day 4 - Trongsa – (approx. 4.5hrs drive) – Gantey Gompa – Phobjika Valley – Wangdue We head back towards Thimphu stopping by the important cultural, historical and natural sites enroute. Packed lunch is again

prepared for the journey. The first stop is at Gantey Gompa (monastery) perched atop a small hill that arises from the floor of

Phobjika Valley. The valley of Phobjika, home of the endangered migratory (est. December - February) black-necked crane is one of

the most beautiful spots in Bhutan.

Day 5 - Wangdue – Punakha – (approx. 3hrs drive) – Thimphu – (approx. 2hrs drive) – Paro We take a morning drive to Punakha the old capital of Bhutan to visit Punakha Dzong (fort) built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang

Namgyel, the most famous name in Bhutanese history. Enroot visit Chimi Lhakhang, the auspicious fertility monastery built in

1949. Walk through paddy and mustard fields of the temples, which is located on top of a small hill. Hike up through fields of

chillies, cabbages and rice along the banks of the Mo Chhu to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten Temple, which was built by

the Queen Mother of Bhutan for peace and stability. Then, visit the Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang Nunnery. This temple

is situated on the hillock overlooking the valley of Punaka and Wangduephodrang and houses a 14-foot main bronze statue of

Avalokiteshvara, one of the biggest in the country handwork by Bhutanese artisans. The temple complex also houses a permanent

learning and meditation centre for nuns where, apart from religious trainings. It provides life skill training such as tailoring,

embroidery, statue making and thanka painting. After Lunch proceeding to Paro over the Dochu La pass, probably the most

popular pass in Bhutan is not only a good place to stopover after a long winding drive to Thimphu, but on a perfect weather

provides an outstanding view of the snow-capped Eastern Himalayas range. This pass is also where 108 religious stupas known as

"Druk Wangyal Chortens" have been built to reflect Bhutan’s spiritual and artistic traditions. Stop for some tea and view the

eastern Himalayas. Continue your drive to Punakha Valley.

Day 6 - Paro Have an early breakfast and walk about 2 hours to Taktshang Monastery perched giddily on a rocky ledge, with a waterfall

cascading as if from the blue. Taktshang means‘Tiger Nest’. Guru Padmasambhava, known as the Second Buddha, alighted

from flying tigress and meditated at this shrine in the second half of the 8th century. As a result, it is the dream destination for

Buddhist pilgrims from the world over. If desired, pony ridings would be arranged (own expense). On Way back, visit Drukgyel

Dzong, a victory fortress of the 17th century. Although in ruins, this Dzong is preserved for its great historical importance. Later,

visit to Local Farm House to see how Bhutanese farmers live and have chance to taste the local rice wine “ara”. Experience &

learn the making of the famous Local Dish (Ema datshi) Local Cheese with Chills’. Later, visit the Local Market of Paro Town

for Last minute shopping.

Day 7 - Paro (via) Kolkatta Singapore After breakfast, transfer to airport for flight home via Kolkatta.

Note：

1. Local travel agencies have the right to change the order of the trip, hotel accommodation or meal

depending on local conditions

2. Tour groups may be merged and sequence of itinerary subject to change without prior notice.

3. All hotel ratings are based on local standard. In case of hotel rooms are running full, an equivalent

standard hotel will be served as replacement.

4. In the event of any discrepancy between the English and Chinese itineraries, the English version

shall prevail.

5. Hong Thai Travel & local travel agency are not responsible for room allocation if there is different

in terms of room type & size.

6. Please wear comfortable walking shoes to Taktsang Monastery. The hike is not recommended for

pregnant women and travellers with pre-existing health conditions.

7. Bhutan visa application is required and takes about 5 working days.

Picture: Trashichhoe Dzong Rinpung Dzong National Memorial Chorten

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