7D6N DIVINITY OF BHUTAN BY DRUK AIR

OVERVIEW

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Tour Highlights

THIMPHU:

¤ Clock Tower

¤ Sangayang Bhutan Broadcasting Service

¤ Takin Enclosure

¤ National Memorial Chorten

¤ Buddha Dordenma Statue

¤ Simply Bhutan

¤ National Institute of Zorig Chusum

¤ Tashicho Dzong

PUNAKHA:

¤ Dochula Pass

¤ Druk Wangyal Chortens

¤ Chimi Lhakhang

¤ Punakha Dzong

¤ Punakha Suspension Bridge

PARO:

¤ Kyichu Lhakhang

¤ Farmhouse & ZumZin Peach Wine

¤ Ta Dzong

¤ Paro Dzong

¤ Paro Town

¤ Taktsang Lhakhang

HAA VALLEY:

¤ Lhakhang Karpo

¤ Lhakhang Nagpo

IMPORTANT NOTES

Notes for Visa

Processing time is approximately 7 working days.
Submit the following documents at time of booking:
A clear photocopy of your passport
Passport size photo

Please ensure documents are a clear copy of the original to avoid delay in application.

NOTES

A minimum group size of 2 passengers is required for a confirm departure.
The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
Tour with English speaking local guide.
Visa is required for all nationalities (except India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives) visiting Bhutan
Please check the system for Y class seat availability; no need to hold or reserve the seat at this stage.

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ITINERARY

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Singapore - Paro - Thimphu

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Assemble at Changi Airport for flight to Paro, Bhutan
Be greeted by a Khadar Welcome
Leisure drive to Thimphu and visit the Clock Tower before checking into hotel

Thimphu

Sangayang Bhutan Broadcasting Service - This is where the radio and television network of the country with a telecommunication tower built on the hilltop is run, offering the view of entire Thimphu Valley
Takin Enclosure - A wildlife reserve area for Takin, the national animal of Bhutan
National Memorial Chorten - Another unique structure as the Stupa is predominantly white with spires of gold and bells
Buddha Dordenma Statue - The largest sitting statue Buddha in Bhutan located on Kunzangphodrang mountain
Lunch @ Simply Bhutan - A place to learn about the various aspect of traditional life in Bhutan and there is hands- on activity such as the National Game – Archery
National Institute of Zorig Chusum - The school of Bhutanese Arts & Crafts, with display of the country’s unique artistic tradition
Thimphu Vegetable Market - Take a short walk through the market where you will find local produce such as Yak Cheese
Tashichho Dzong - An impressive structure that houses the Bhutanese government

Thimphu - Punakha - Thimphu

Dochula Pass - Take a scenic drive from Thimphu to Punakha via the Dochula Pass which is a beautiful mountain pass located between Thimphu and Punakha
Druk Wangyal Chortens - Visit a historical landmark consisting of 108 memorial chortens
Chimi Lhakhang - Arrival at Punakha and go on a leisure stroll through the beautiful rice and mustard fields to the monastery This is one of the oldest monasteries and is a famous temple where it had drawn many local and overseas couples seeking blessing to conceive
Proceed for lunch at a restaurant near to the rice field. Along the way, get to see many interesting shops. With the beautiful rice field as a backdrop, enjoy the lunch while overlooking the rice field
Punakha Dzong - Built in 1637 by the founder of Bhutanese State, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel
Punakha Suspension Bridge - The longest suspension bridge in Bhutan, measuring 180m

Thimphu - Paro

Paro Valley - Go on a scenic drive from Thimphu to Paro and pass by Paro Valley and do look out for Jomolhari, also known as “The Bride of Kangchenjunga”, a mountain in the Himalayas straddling the border of China, Tibet and Bhutan
Kyichu Lhakhang - Located in the north of Paro and it is the oldest temple in Bhutan. This monastery is a fantastic place where you will find elderly pilgrims circumambulating around the temple as they spin the prayer wheels and experience Butter Lamp Offering (own expenses)
Local Farmhouse - Visit a local farmhouse and spend some time with the locals while enjoying a glass of ZumZin Peach Wine
Ta Dzong - Do a short hike up to the oldest watch fortress in Bhutan and perched above Paro Dzong to protect it from the assaults
Paro Dzong - The administrative seat of the district of Paro
Paro Town - A small and beautiful town with shophouses carved in Bhutanese carvings

Paro - Haa Valley - Paro

Chelela Pass - Enjoy a scenic drive from Paro to Chelela Pass at 3,988m high. The highest motor able pass and although it is an off the beaten track you will be rewarded by the astounding scenery
Proceed for lunch and enjoy the authentic Hoentay, HAA Val- ley Dumpling
Lhakhang Karpo & Lhakhang Nagpo - Visit the two most important temples in the Kingdom. These are two of the 108 monasteries built by SongtsenGampo, a Tibetan king in the 7th century

Paro

Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Lhakhang - Let’s begin the highlight of our trip. A trek up to Tiger’s Nest. A sacred Buddhist site located in the cliffside of the upper Paro Valley and in 1692, a monastery complex was built around Taktsang Senge Samdup cave

Paro - Singapore

Enjoy your breakfast or packed breakfast from the hotel before transferring to the airport
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