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8 DAYS BHUTAN INSIGHT

 
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Itinerary:

Land of the Thunder Dragon, one of the most mysterious and unknown of all Himalayan Kingdoms, hidden in isolation behind the high peaks of the Himalayas. For centuries forbidden to foreigners, this timeless Buddhist Kingdom has succeeded in preserving its enchanting traditions and ancestral way of life.

 
DAY 01                       SHANGHAI or BEIJING/BANGKOK
Fly Beijing/Bangkok TG615 1735/2145
Or Shanghai/Bangkok MU541 1435/1825
Upon arrival, own check in at Novotel Suvarnamuni Airport on bed basis.
 
DAY 02                       BANGKOK/PARO/THIMPU
Fly to Paro, the only international gateway into Bhutan.
Fly Bangkok/Paro KB 121
0550/0910 - 1-stop in Calcutta
Upon arrival, be met and drive about 2 hours to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. We will visit the memorial chorten and the national library. We will also stroll along the streets and soak in the atmosphere of Thimphu where all buildings retain the traditional architectural design and men and women dress in traditional gho (their national costume).
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner included)
 
DAY 03                       THIMPU/PUNAKHA
Drive up the mountains and over the 3500m Dochu-la(pass) and gradually descend through varied forest and finally emerging into the highly cultivated valley of Punakha. Check into our hotel and after lunch, visit the Punakha Dzong, the district civil and religious centre for Punakha.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner included)
 
DAY 04                       PUNAKHA
Today, make an excursion to Gangtey Gompa hidden in the beautiful Phobjikha Valley, which is well known as one of the last winter grounds of the black necked cranes that migrated from the Tibetan plateau.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner included)
 
DAY 05                       PUNAKHA/ PARO
Drive back to Paro(about 5 hours). Rest of the day free for exploration of Paro.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner included)
 
 
DAY 06                       PARO
This morning, we visit the Taksang Monastery-outstandingly set on a vertical cliff face 800m above the ground, defying all engineering logic. For the energetic, hike 2 hour up to get a more dramatic view of the monastery. In the afternoon, we tour the Paro Museum and the Drukyel ruin.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner included)
 
DAY 07                       PARO/BANGKOK
Transfer to the airport for flight
Fly Bangkok/Paro KB 124
 1000/1510 - 1-stop in Calcutta
Upon arrival, own check in at Novotel Suvarnamuni Airport on bed basis.
(Breakfast included)
 
DAY 08                       BANGKOK/SHANGHAI or BEIJING
Own transfer to the airport for flight back.
Fly Bangkok/Shanghai
 MU 542
 0900 / 1405
  Bangkok/Beijing TG 614 1040 / 1620
(Breakfast included)
 
Above flight schedule is given as a reference. Once you have your date of travel, we will be able to give you the updated flight schedule of Druk’s Air

Price/Cost Inclusion

TOUR PRICES PER PERSON:
- These prices are based on min. two adults or two adults and two children (under 12 years old) traveling together.
- The prices stated can only be indicative and may be adjusted once we know your date of travel, number in your party and if you have any other specific requirements.
 
Depart from Shanghai & Beijing
 
Hotels Used
Tour Price
Single Suppl.
Pelri Cottages or Kichu in Paro
RMB 25,950/-
RMB 6,480/-
Uma Paro Resort in Paro
RMB 28,500/-
RMB 9,030/-
Amankora in Paro
RMB 33,650/-
RMB 14,180/-
 
COST INCLUDES:
- Airfare Shanghai /Bangkok /Shanghai by China Eastern Airlines or Beijing/Bangkok/Beijing by Thai Airways;
- Airfare Bangkok/Paro/Bangkok by Druk Air;
- Hotel accommodation as stated with daily breakfast;
- Meals as stated;
- Tours and transfers as indicated with English speaking guide in private air-con
 vehicle and including all entrance fees
 
COST EXCLUDES:
- Airport taxes, war risk insurance and fuel surcharges;
- Visa;
- Travel insurance;
- Beverages during lunches and dinners unless otherwise stated
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Personal and other expenses not stated in the itinerary.

Hotel Description

In Thimpu:
Hotel Riverview: built in architecture of traditional splendor, the 50 luxurious rooms with all modern amenities also have a spacious sun deck and every room opens out to a private balcony from where one can enjoy the view of the river and the capital city.
 
In Punakha:
Meri Puensum Resort: located 4km south of the majestic and historic Punakha Dzong, the resort offers all the basic amenities and the spacious en-suite rooms are tastefully decorated with views over the valley. The resort compound is well maintained with plants and beautiful flowers.
 
Zangdo Pelri Hotel: all the rooms are equipped with basic modern amenities with views looking out to the valley below. 
 
In Paro
Pelri Cottages: located on a small hill top, the hotel has 12 cottages with 2 rooms in each of these cottages. Built in traditional design with the blend of modern amenities, all rooms have a private balcony which opens out to the scenic valley below.
 
Kichu Resort: nestled in the valley and 15-mins drive from the Paro town is the Kichu Resort. With its 49 rooms of ethnic decor and modern amenities, Kichu resort spreads over 5 acre with manicured lawns, delightful flowers and an adjoining 500m river bank.
 
Olathang Hotel: initially built to host the state guests for the coronation of the current King in 1974, the hotel is spread over 23 acre of lovely pine forest. Each room with all traditional design is blended with all modern amenities to suit the comfort of the visiting guests.
 
Uma Paro Resort:   A property build by well known COMO Hotels & Resorts; Uma Paro, a 29-room hotel offering five-star comfort and singular style in the wildly beautiful Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. www.uma.como.bz/paro/default.asp
 
Amankora: Another 5 star property located approximately 2,520m above sea level. The suites feature natural rammed-earth walls, gently sloping roofs and wood-panelled interiors with a king-size bed, a traditional bukhari wood-burning stove and a large terrazzo-clad bath. The views take in Drukgyel Dzong and stretch to 7,300m high, snow-capped Jhomolhari and beyond. www.amanresorts.com/

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