Merak Sakteng Trekking Tour |Merak Sakteng Tour |Merak Sakteng Cultural Tour|
Merak Sakteng Trekking Tour detail informations A Brief Description 16 Nights/17 days in Bhutan There are two fascinating villages in northeastern Bhutan, which were closed to tourist until 2009. It was closed for the tourist out of the concern for their unique culture and traditions of the people living there. The culture and tradition of the people living there are different in many ways and respects from rest of the Bhutanese people. They have a very rich culture heritage. They live on animals like yaks, sheep, cows and horses. They move from place to place with animals with the change of seasons. They are known as ‘Brogpas’, which means ‘herdsmen’ or they are semi-nomadic tribesmen. These two villages are called ‘Merak & Sakteng’. n doing this tour, we will be able to explore ourselves their indigenous culture of this tribesmen, not only having seen them personally. Come and visit before it is too late to see their indigenous culture and traditions. This tour will not only visits the Merak & Sakten villages but also we will explore whole eastern Bhutan, where the past is still there in the present. Book Now Detailed Itnerary Price Guides Plan Your Trip Value-Added Option Day 01. Meet at Guwahati Airport – Trasfer to Samdrup Jongkhar At Guwahati Airport our Bhutanese Guide will meet you with Indian Car and driver. Then we will rive to Samdrup Jongkhar, the border town in South Eatsern Bhutan. Transfer to Hotel and stroll around the town. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Samdrup Jongkhar. Day 02. Samdrup Jongkhar – Trashigang. After our breakfast we will drive to Trashigang with Picnic lunch. At Mukazor, we will visit to see the statues of Twelve Acts of Buddha. Lunch will have on the way. At Khaling, we will visit to Khaling Handoom Center, and Zangtopleri Lhakhang at Kanglung. Stroll around Trashigang town. Dinner and overnight stay at Trashigang Hotel. Day 03.Trashigang Stay After our breakfast, we will drive to do Radhi & Phongmey Village. We will enjoy the scenic beauty of the Eastern Bhutan Villages and visit to Phobgmey Lhakhang, Radhi Lhakang, Khardung Anim Dratshgang and Rangjung Monastery. Lunch will be served as picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight stray at hotel Trashigang. Day 04. Trashigang – Merak After breakfast, drive to Merak with picnic lunch. Lunch on the way. On reaching Merak, explore the villages. In the evening, we will see some progarms by the villgaes like folk dances and so on. Dinner and overnight stay at Merak Farmhouse. Day 06. Merak Stay After breakfast, we will make a day excuriosn of your choice exploring the nearby area. Dinner and overnight stay at Merak Farmhouse. Day 07. Merak – Sakteng After our breakfast, we will drive to Sakten with pack lunch. Lunch will be on the way as picnic lunch. On reaching Sakteng, we will explore the villgaes. Evening meet some people from sakteng and chat with them. Dinner and overnight stay at Sakteng Farmhouse. Day 08. Sakteng Stay After our breakfast, we will explore the difeerent villgaes in Sakteng by hiking. You will really enjoy the sceneries and contacts with the people. It will be an amazing experiences once in your life time. Dinner and overnight stay at Sakteng Farmhouse. Day 09. Sakteng – Trashigang – Mongar After our breakfast, we will say good bye to the people of sakteng and drive to Trashigang . Lunch will be served at Trashigang. Then we will continue the journey to Mongar. Dinner and overnight stay at Mongar. Day 10. Mongar – Lhuentshi After our breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Lhuentshi and visit Lhuensthi Dzong. Then we will drive to Khoma – the popular village for textile in Bhutan. We will see here the women and girls wevaing. Explore the villages and interact with people here. Dinner and overnight stay at Lhuentshi Farmhouse. Day 11. Lhuentshi – Bumthang After our breakfast drive to Bumthang. Lunch on the way. Dinner and overnight stay at Bumthang Hotel. Day 12. Bumthang Stay Today’s day begins with visit to Jambay Lhakhang, which is one of the oldest temples in Bhutan, built in 7th century, Kurjey Lhakhang, is named after the body print of Guru Rinpoche which is preserved in a cave inside the oldest of the three buildings, Tamshing Lhakhang – which was established by Terton Pema Lingpa in 1501 and is the most important Nyingma Goenba in the country. Lunch in the Bumthang hotel. After lunch we will visit Jakar Dzong, castle of the white bird, Mebertsho (Burning Lake) – This is a very scared lake for Bhutanese people. Terton Pema Lingpa discovered several of Guru Rinpoche’s hidden religious treasures from this lake. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel, Bumthang. Day 13. Bumthang – Phobjikha Today, after having breakfast, drive Phobjikja over Yotongla(3425m) and Pelela(3420m) passes through Trongsa valley. The drive will take around 6hours to reach back to Phobjikha. Lunch will be on the way. On reaching at Trongsa, visit to Trongsa Dzong, built on a spur overlooking the gorge of the Mangde River, a temple was first established at the location in 1543 by the lama, Ngagi Wangchuk son of Ngawang Chhojey. In 1647, his great-grandson Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal constructed the first dzong to replace it, called Chökhor Rabtentse Dzong with a shorter version of Choetse Dzong. Then continue the journey. On reaching Gangtey, visit to Gangtey Gonpa Lhakhang and the Gangtey Natural Trail hike. You will love this place too. Evening stroll around the valley. Dinner and overnigt stay at hotel, Phobjikha. Day 14. Phobjikha – Punakha – Thimphu After our breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Punakha. At Lobesa, we will hike to Chhimi lhakhang, the temple of fertilty. Then we will have lunch at Lobesa. After lunch at Punakha, we will visit to Punakha Dzong, the most beautiful Dzong in Bhutan. Then we drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Dinner and overnight stay at Thimphu hotel. Day 15. Thimphu Stay B/fast
Bhutan Enchanting Tour |Bhutan enchanting travel experiences |Bhutan mystical tours|
Bhutan Enchanting Tour detail informations A Brief Description 04 Nights/05 days in Bhutan Bhutan Enchanting Tour will give our visitors a chance to explore and visit the majestic dzongs of Bhutan in addition to other popular sightseeing. This four-night, five-day tour will also allow time for visiting Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang valleys, where you can see the magnificent Punakha dzong (fortress) and temple of fertility, as well as doing some sightseeing in Thimphu.and Paro city tour. One would be awed to learn about seeking blessings from Chimmi Lhakhang to overcome infertility and it has proven beyond doubt that most couples were able to bear children after praying. Book Now Trip Highlights Detailed Itnerary Plan Your Trip Value-Added Option Visit the countryside of BhutanVisit the countryside of Bhutan. Experience the Authentic Bhutanese Culture. Explore short hiking trails of Bhutan. Visit to the fertility temple of Bhutan – Chimmi Lhakhang. Visit to most beautiful dzong (fortress) in Bhutan – Punakha Dzong. Explore about the Gross National Happiness Country. Experience Bhutanese Farm Houses. Day 01. Arrive to Paro –Thimphu The flight into Paro on our national carrier, Druk Air or Bhutan Airline, is a befitting introduction to the spectacular beauty of our country. In clear weather, magnificent views of the world’s highest peaks like Gangkar Puensum, give way to the lush green Paro valley as you land. Your Bhutanese escort from Authentic Bhutan Tours– For Your Bhutan Experience! will warmly welcome & greet you on arrival, and then drive you to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. The drive will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes along a river valley, past small villages and traditional farmhouses, through peaceful countryside. It’s a small & charming capital city located in the heart of the Himalayas. Lunch will be served in Thimphu. Sangaygang Cross Country Hike, the hike is through the pine forest and we can see Thimphu Valley and Tashichho Dzong so beautifully from this hike. The hike will take about 1hr 30mins. Towards the evening, we will visit Tashi Chho Dzong, seat of the National Government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Stroll around Thimphu town.Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel, Thimphu. Day 02. Thimhu Halt Sightseeing in Thimphu, visit to Memorial Chhorten, built in 1974 in the memory of third king late Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, and the temple inside gives good examples of tantric Buddhist and its philosophy. Mothithang minizoo to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin), Zulikha Nunnery, the Thangtong Dewachen nunnery was founded in 1976 by Rikey Jadrel and today it houses the sixty nuns engaged in Buddhist study and practices. Folk Heritage Museum, this Folk Heritage Museum is a showcase, the 19-century farmhouse and the living style of the Bhutanese family. National Library, the National Library was established in 1967 to preserve many ancient Dzongkha and Tibetan texts. Lunch in Thimphu town. After lunch, visit Paper Factory, were Bhutanese Traditional Papers & paper products are made. Weaving Center produces hand-woven textiles on site and has a selection of cloth and ready-made garments for sale. This is one of the few places where you can watch weavers at work, and then Authentic Bhutanese handicrafts. Evening we will visit Bhutanese Farm House for dinner and Traditional Hot Stone bath. Over night stay at Thimphu Hotel or we can organize even in Bhutanese Farm House. Day 03.Thimphu –Punakha After our breakfast, we will drive to Punakha/Wangdi. The road climbs steeply through forests of pine,hemlock spruce and rhododendrons. At Dochula Pass (3150m) you will have a breathtaking panoramicview of the Eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges. The pass is adorned with 108 small stupas and manykinds of prayer flags. Then the road descends through lush forests to the fertile valley of Punakha &Wangdi Phodrang. On reaching Lobesa, we will visit Chhimi Lhakhang, which is located at a hilltop.The temple is known as ‘the temple of fertility’. At Punakha, visit the most beautiful dzongs in Bhutan,Punakha Dzong. After this, we will drive till the view point of Khamsum Yueley Namgyel Chhorten,passing the beautiful rural landscape. Evening at leisure.Dinner and over night stay. Day 04. Punakha – Paro After the early breakfast we will drive to Paro. The road ascends up to the great Dochula Pass. On the way back to Paro offers another chance to view the amazing Himalayan ranges. Stop along the way to take photos wherever you find the best spot for the photography. Then we will hike to Paro Taktshang Monastery , the most famous and scared monastery in Buddhism world. Taksang means “Tiger’s Nest” named after Guru Rinpoche who reportedly flew to this site riding on the back of a flying tigress late in the 9th century. We have to walk about 2hours up steep from the road end. The trail climbs through beautiful pine forest, many of the trees festooned with Spanish moss, and an occasional grove of fluttering prayer flags. Lunch will be served at Taktshang cafeteria. On our way back, drive to the village of Drukgyel and visit the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong, built in 1649 to commemorate the victory over Tibetan invasion and Kyichu Lhakhang, it is one of the two most sacred and the oldest temples in Bhutan, built in 7th century by Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo (the 33rd Tibetan king, who is also the manifestation of avoloketeshivara, commonly known to Bhutanese as Chenrize). Evening stroll around the Paro valley town, the valley of surpassing Beauty. Dinner and over night stay. Day 05. Paro – Airport After our breakfast, we will drive to Paro International Airport for your onward flight. Our guide and driver will bid you farewell here at the airport. We wish you a very safe and pleasant flight for your onward destinations. uddhism. Interaction with monks at Shedra. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at Traditional Farmhouse. Note This is a sample itinerary, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather,
Bhutan Fascinating Tour |Bhutan Fascinating Travel |Bhutan Fascinating Travel Adventure |
Bhutan Fascinating Tour detail informations A Brief Description 06 Nights/07 days in Bhutan In Bhutan Fascinating Tour, you can come to know the broad valley of popular and uniqueness in the country Bhutan and even you will get to know about the Haa valley. This valley is blessed by the presence of Meri Puensum, the three small mountains symbolizing Rigsum Gonpo: Jampelyang (Manjushri) , Chana Dorjee (Vajrapani), and Chenrezi (Avalokiteshvara). This all together, Haa valley is believed to maintain and strengthen the peace and harmony in the region. Besides this, you will get to visit the oldest monasteries and temples of Bhutan. A typical Bhutanese dish by the name of ‘Hoente’ is very popular in the Haa region. Book Now Trip Highlights Detailed Itnerary Plan Your Trip Value-Added Option Visit the countryside of BhutanVisit the countryside of Bhutan. Explore the capital city of Bhutan – Thimphu. Experience the Authentic Bhutanese Culture. Explore short hiking trails of Bhutan. Visit to most beautiful dzong (fortress) in Bhutan – Punakha Dzong. Explore about the Gross National Happiness Country. Day 01. Arrive to Paro –Thimphu On the arrival at Paro International Airport, the representative from Authentic Bhutan Tours will warmly welcome & greet you and we will drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. The drive will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes along a river valley, past small villages and traditional farmhouses, through the sound of the peaceful river flowing of Paa chu and Thim-chu. It is a small & charming capital city located in the heart of the Himalayas. On reaching Thimphu, we can have lunch in one of the restaurants. After lunch, visit Memorial Chorten, built in 1974 in the memory of third king Jigme Dorji Wangchuk and the temple inside gives good examples of tantric Buddhism and its philosophy. Big Buddha Point is a gigantic ShakyamuniBuddha statueunder construction in the mountains of Thimphu valley. The Buddha Dordenma is sited amidst the ruins of Kuensel Phodrang, the palace of Sherab Wangchuck, the thirteenth Druk Desi. Upon completion, it will be one of the largest Buddha in the world, at a height of 169 feet (51.5 meters). Mothithang mini-zoo, to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin). The Takin (Budorcas Taxicolor) as a National Animal of Bhutan is attributed to a legend of the animal’s creation in Bhutan in the 15th century by Lama Drukpa Kunley. In the evening, stroll around Thimphu city, visit Tashichho Dzong, seat of the National Government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Dinner and overnight stay. Day 02. Thimphu – Wangdi Phodrang/Punakha After having breakfast, we will drive to Wangdi/Punakha, over Dochula Pass, 3150m above the sea level. While reaching Dochula, if the weather is clear you can see the Himalayan Mountains of Bhutan including the highest mountain of Bhutan, the Gankar Puensum (7554m), which is the unclimbed mountain in Bhutan. The drive will take around 3hours and 30minutes and lunch will be served on the way to Wangdi Phodrang/ Punakha. On reaching Lobesa, hike to Chimme Lhakhang, which was founded in the 15th century by Devin madman Drukpa Kuenley. The hike will take around 1hour and 30minutes for too and forth. Then, we will continue our journey to Punakha, on reaching Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong, built in the year 1637 by the great unifier of Bhutan, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. The seat of the administrative and religious body, including the winter residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Dinner and overnight stay. Day 03. Wangdi Phodrang/Punakha- Phobjikha (Day Excurtion) After having breakfast, drive to Phobjikha valley, over Lawala Pass, 3280m above the sea level. The Phobjika Valley is the winter roosting place for the Black-necked Cranes – visit central Bhutan to roost, circling the monastery three times on arrival and repeating this circling when returning to Tibet. Before reaching Lawala pass, if we turn back when the weather is clear, we can see the second highest mountain of Bhutan, Jhomolhari (7454m). The drive will take around 3hours to reach Phobjikha valley. In winter, we can see the yaks around these passes. On reaching Phobjikha, visit Gangtey Monastery, an important monastery of two main center Nyingmapa schools of Buddhism in the country. The main seat of the religious tradition is based on the Pema Lingpa tradition. The Monastery’s history traces to the early 17th century and back to the prophecies made by the well-known Terton (treasure finder) Pema Lingpa in the late 15th century. Then, hike to Gantey Natural trail, the hike will take around 1 hour and 40 minutes through the blue pine trees. Lunch will be served at Phobjikha. After having lunch, we will drive back to Wandi/Punakha. Dinner and overnight stay. ay 04. Wangdi Phodrang/Punakha – Paro After having breakfast, we will drive back to Paro over Dochula passes, 3150m above the sea level. When the weather is clear, we can see the Himalayan Mountains of Bhutan and the highest mountain of Bhutan Gangkar Puensum (7554m), above the sea level. The unclimbed mountain in the world. The drive will take around 4hours and 30minutes to reach Paro and lunch will be on the way to Paro. On reaching Paro, visit Paro Rinpung Dzong, the center of civil and religious authority in this region. The original structure was built in the year 1646 by the great unifier of Bhutan Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. Evening stroll around Paro town. Dinner and overnight stay. Day 05. Paro –Haa (Day Excursion) After having breakfast, we will drive to Haa through the Chelela pass, 3880m above the sea level. From these passes also, if the weather is clear we can see the second highest mountain of Bhutan, the Jhomolhari, 7454m above the sea level. The drive will take around 3hours and 30 minutes and lunch will be served at Haa. On reaching Haa, visit Lhakhang Karpo and Lhakhang Nagkpo founded in the 7th century by the 33th king of Tibet, Songtsen Gampo. After this we
Bhutan Thunder Dragon Tour |Bhutan Thunder Dragon Travel | Bhutan Thunder Dragon Experience|
Bhutan Thunder Dragon Tour detail informations A Brief Description 07 Nights/08 days in Bhutan In this Bhutan Thunder Dragon Tour, you can explore up to the central part of Bhutan. The central part of Bhutan is a place to get a good amount of chugo, a hard, chewy dried cheese snack popular among the Bhutanese and the place to get the local woolen made jacket and bedcover. Not only that, Bumthang was used as the seat of the first king of Bhutan and Trongsa has always been of great political importance to the leaders of Bhutan due to its commanding location in the center of the Nation. Book Now Trip Highlights Detailed Itnerary Plan Your Trip Value-Added Option Explore the pristine and untouched environment of Bhutan. Learn about the Kings of Bhutan. Learn about the political Parties of Bhutan Explore the unique culture of Bhutan Be with the friendly people of Bhutan. Find out how Bhutanese People are happy Explore about the Gross National Happiness. Enjoy visiting all the sightseeing places in Bhutan. Learn about the Bhutanese way of Life. Learn about the Bhutanese Culture. Explore Bhutan’s Buddhism. Explore the central Bhutan. Day 01. Arrive to Paro –Thimphu On the arrival at Paro International Airport, the representative from Authentic Bhutan Tours will warmly welcome & greet you and we will drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. The drive will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes along a river valley, past small villages and traditional farmhouses, through the sound of the peaceful river flowing of Paa chu and Thim-chu. It is a small & charming capital city located in the heart of the Himalayas. On reaching Thimphu, we can have lunch in one of the restaurants. After lunch, visit Memorial Chorten, built in 1974 in the memory of third king Jigme Dorji Wangchuk and the temple inside gives good examples of tantric Buddhism and its philosophy. Big Buddha Point is a gigantic ShakyamuniBuddha statueunder construction in the mountains of Thimphu valley. The Buddha Dordenma is sited amidst the ruins of Kuensel Phodrang, the palace of Sherab Wangchuck, the thirteenth Druk Desi. Upon completion, it will be one of the largest Buddha in the world, at a height of 169 feet (51.5 meters). Mothithang mini-zoo, to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin). The Takin (Budorcas Taxicolor) as a National Animal of Bhutan is attributed to a legend of the animal’s creation in Bhutan in the 15th century by Lama Drukpa Kunley. In the evening, stroll around Thimphu city, visit Tashichho Dzong, seat of the National Government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Dinner and overnight stay. Day 02. Thimphu Halt After having breakfast, visit to Paper Factory, the Bhutanese Desho paper factory in Bhutan, weaving center, the hand woven clothes. Then, visit to Changgangkha temple, founded in 12th century by great Lama Phajo Drukgom Zhipo and visit to Drupthop nunnery, the place which was founded in 15th century and later built in the year 1976 by Reki Jigdrel. Lunch will be serving in one of the restaurants in Thimphu. After having lunch, drive to Mothithang mini-zoo to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin). The Takin(Budorcas Taxicolor) as a National Animal of Bhutan is attributed to a legend of the animal’s creation in Bhutan in the 15th century by Lama Drukpa Kunley. Then hike to Sangyegang Cross hike, the hike will take around 1 hour and 30 minutes through the beautiful pine forest. Through this hike, we can see the beautiful valley Thimphu city. Evening at leisure, dinner and overnight stay. Day 03. Thimphu – Wangdi Phodrang/Punakha After having breakfast, we will drive to Wangdi/Punakha, over Dochula Pass, 3150m above the sea level. While reaching Dochula, if the weather is clear you can see the Himalayan Mountains of Bhutan including the highest mountain of Bhutan, the Gankar Puensum (7554m), which is the unclimbed mountain in Bhutan. The drive will take around 3hours and 30minutes and lunch will be served on the way to Wangdi Phodrang/ Punakha. On reaching Lobesa, hike to Chimme Lhakhang, which was founded in the 15th century by Devin madman Drukpa Kuenley. The hike will take around 1hour and 30minutes for too and forth. Then, we will continue our journey to Punakha, on reaching Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong, built in the year 1637 by the great unifier of Bhutan, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. The seat of the administrative and religious body, including the winter residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Dinner and overnight stay. Day 04. Wangdi Phodrang/Punakha- Phobjikha (Day Excurtion) After having breakfast, drive to Phobjikha valley, over Lawala Pass, 3280m above the sea level. The Phobjika Valley is the winter roosting place for the Black-necked Cranes – visit central Bhutan to roost, circling the monastery three times on arrival and repeating this circling when returning to Tibet. Before reaching Lawala pass, if we turn back when the weather is clear, we can see the second highest mountain of Bhutan, Jhomolhari (7454m). The drive will take around 3hours to reach Phobjikha valley. In winter, we can see the yaks around these passes. On reaching Phobjikha, visit Gangtey Monastery, an important monastery of two main center Nyingmapa schools of Buddhism in the country. The main seat of the religious tradition is based on the Pema Lingpa tradition. The Monastery’s history traces to the early 17th century and back to the prophecies made by the well-known Terton (treasure finder) Pema Lingpa in the late 15th century. Then, hike to Gantey Natural trail, the hike will take around 1 hour and 40 minutes through the blue pine trees. Lunch will be served at Phobjikha. After having lunch, we will drive back to Wandi/Punakha. Dinner and overnight stay. ay 05. Wangdi Phodrang/Punakha – Paro After having breakfast, we will drive back to Paro over Dochula passes, 3150m above the sea level. When the weather is clear, we can see the Himalayan Mountains of Bhutan
Bhutan Beautiful Tour |Beautiful Bhutan Travel | Bhutan Beautiful Holiday | Bhutan Beautiful Journey|
Bhutan Beautiful Tour detail informations A Brief Description 09 Nights/10 days in Bhutan Bhutan Beautiful Tour exclusively allows you to explore up to the central part of Bhutan that is Bumthang. Bumthang is the religious heartland of the nation. It is the Centre of all attraction – ancient monasteries, numerous festivals, architecture, art and religion. If you are in the right season, you will get a chance to witness different colorful festivals and various social events. Bumthang is one of tourist’s favorite destinations. It is the seat of our first king and many religious saints who visited Bhutan and blessed the land. You will get the finest hand woven materials out of wool (like bags, carpets, jackets. Purse etc.), and organic local cheese, and honey. The Authentic Bhutan Tour is excited to take you to the heart of religion. Let’s celebrate festivals together and feel the feeling of enlightenment. Take home some of Bhutanese products as a gift to your friends and family. We promise you our unconditional services to our capacity. Book Now Trip Highlights Detailed Itnerary Plan Your Trip Value-Added Option Explore the pristine and untouched environment of Bhutan. Learn about the Kings of Bhutan. Learn about the political Parties of Bhutan Explore the unique culture of Bhutan Be with the friendly people of Bhutan. Find out how Bhutanese People are happy Explore about the Gross National Happiness. Enjoy visiting all the sightseeing places in Bhutan. Learn about the Bhutanese way of Life. Learn about the Bhutanese Culture. Explore Bhutan’s Buddhism. Explore the central Bhutan. Day 01. Arrive to Paro –Thimphu On the arrival at Paro International Airport, the representative from Authentic Bhutan Tours will warmly welcome & greet you and we will drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. The drive will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes along a river valley, past small villages and traditional farmhouses, through the sound of the peaceful river flowing of Paa chu and Thim-chu. It is a small & charming capital city located in the heart of the Himalayas. On reaching Thimphu, we can have lunch in one of the restaurants. After lunch, visit Memorial Chorten, built in 1974 in the memory of third king Jigme Dorji Wangchuk and the temple inside gives good examples of tantric Buddhism and its philosophy. Big Buddha Point is a gigantic ShakyamuniBuddha statueunder construction in the mountains of Thimphu valley. The Buddha Dordenma is sited amidst the ruins of Kuensel Phodrang, the palace of Sherab Wangchuck, the thirteenth Druk Desi. Upon completion, it will be one of the largest Buddha in the world, at a height of 169 feet (51.5 meters). Mothithang mini-zoo, to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin). The Takin (Budorcas Taxicolor) as a National Animal of Bhutan is attributed to a legend of the animal’s creation in Bhutan in the 15th century by Lama Drukpa Kunley. In the evening, stroll around Thimphu city, visit Tashichho Dzong, seat of the National Government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Dinner and overnight stay. Day 02. Thimphu Halt After having breakfast, visit to Paper Factory, the Bhutanese Desho paper factory in Bhutan, weaving center, the hand woven clothes. Then, visit to Changgangkha temple, founded in 12th century by great Lama Phajo Drukgom Zhipo and visit to Drupthop nunnery, the place which was founded in 15th century and later built in the year 1976 by Reki Jigdrel. Lunch will be serving in one of the restaurants in Thimphu. After having lunch, drive to Mothithang mini-zoo to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin). The Takin(Budorcas Taxicolor) as a National Animal of Bhutan is attributed to a legend of the animal’s creation in Bhutan in the 15th century by Lama Drukpa Kunley. Then hike to Sangyegang Cross hike, the hike will take around 1 hour and 30 minutes through the beautiful pine forest. Through this hike, we can see the beautiful valley Thimphu city. Evening at leisure, dinner and overnight stay. Day 03. Thimphu – Wangdi Phodrang/Punakha After having breakfast, we will drive to Wangdi/Punakha, over Dochula Pass, 3150m above the sea level. While reaching Dochula, if the weather is clear you can see the Himalayan Mountains of Bhutan including the highest mountain of Bhutan, the Gankar Puensum (7554m), which is the unclimbed mountain in Bhutan. The drive will take around 3hours and 30minutes and lunch will be served on the way to Wangdi Phodrang/ Punakha. On reaching Lobesa, hike to Chimme Lhakhang, which was founded in the 15th century by Devin madman Drukpa Kuenley. The hike will take around 1hour and 30minutes for too and forth. Then, we will continue our journey to Punakha, on reaching Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong, built in the year 1637 by the great unifier of Bhutan, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. The seat of the administrative and religious body, including the winter residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Dinner and overnight stay. Day 04. Paro Halt Today after having breakfast, we will make a hike to Paro Taktshang Monastery, the most famous and sacred monastery in Bhutan. Taktshang means “TigerNest” named after Guru Rinpoche reportedly flew to this site riding on the back of a flying tigress in the 8th century. We have to walk about 2hours and 30minutes up steep from the road end. The trail climbs through beautiful pine forest, many of the trees festooned with Spanish moss, and an occasional grove of fluttering prayer flags. Lunch will be served at Taktshang cafeteria. While coming back, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, it is one of the two most sacred and the oldest temples in Bhutan, built in 7th century by Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo (the 33rd Tibetan king, who is also the manifestation of avoloketeshivara, commonly known to Bhutanese as Chenrize). Evening at leisure, dinner and overnight stay at Paro Hotel. Day 05. Wangdi Phodrang/Punakha Halt After having breakfast, we will drive to Punakha, on reaching Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong and we will