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Explore the Culturally Rich & Extravagant Bhutan in its true form. Ride through the Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge and Explore the Rich Diversity. With Picturesque Sceneries at breathtaking Altitudes, Bhutan is the Excellent destination for Bikers. Cleanse your Minds & Souls in Kharbandi Goenpa Monastery built by Royal Grandmother, Ashi Phuntsho Choedron in 1967. Come, Experience Bhutan's luxuriant expedition.
Day 1 - Arrival At Pheuntsholing
Arrival At Pheuntsholing
Self Vehicle
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
- Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP / IXB & transfer to Pheuntsholing – The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India, Pheuntsholing (also sometimes spelled Phuntsholing) is the second largest town in Bhutan (population around 40,000) and is located on the Indian border, next to the town of Jaigaon. - Bhutan BhuddhaTravel representative will meet you on arrival at Phunsholing gate. Evening free. Overnight stay at hotel.
The Bhutan Gate
Zangto Pelri Park
Hotel Orchid, Pheuntsholing
Day 2 - Thimphu
Toorsa River
Valley of Paro
Self Vehicle
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
- Bhutan BhuddhaTravel representative will meet you on arrival at Phunsholing gate. - We will transfer you to Thimphu, on the way we will make our first stop to visit Kharbandi Gonpa about 5 km above Phuntsholing. This monastery was built by Royal Grandmother, Ashi Phuntsho Choedron in 1967. - From this point, the road climbs steeply up into the hills, to an altitude of approximately 2,000m/6,560ft. We will make stops along the way from time to time, so as not to miss the magnificent view of the Indian plains and the Toorsa River below. On the way, you will also see the first hydropower electric project ever built in Bhutan. - Leaving Chukha we will stop at the small town of Chimakothi. Lunch is served en route. After passing through Chapcha the road reaches its highest point of about 2,800m/9,185ft, then descends steeply and runs along the banks of the Wang Chu (river) to Chuzom (meaning confluence), where the Paro Chu runs into the Wang Chu. - From here it is only about 30 min drive up the valley to Paro. On arrival in Thimphu, check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
Kharbandi Goenpa Monastry
Toorsa River
Valley Of Paro
Hotel Ga-Yuel
Day 3 - Thimphu Sightseeing
Buddha Point
National Library
Self Vehicle
Hotel
All Meals (Lunch Will be served during Sightseeing.)
Thimphu sightseeing includes the following: After breakfast you will be transfer to the following places. And lunch will be served. - Visit King's Memorial Chorten (Stupa). This Stupa was built in the memory of our Third King of Bhutan. - Buddha Point (There is a statue of Buddha which is 169 feet). - National Library :- There are lots of Bhutanese scripts and also we have the biggest book in the world. - Handmade Paper Factory The Jungshi handmade paper factory uses traditional methods to produce the authentic Bhutanese paper known as Deh-sho. It is located approximately 1 km from Thimphu City. The factory uses the bark of two tree species, the Daphne tree and Dhekap tree in the manufacture of traditional paper. Visitors can observe the entire process of producing handmade paper using ancient traditional methods that have been practiced for generations. You can even try your hand at this ancient craft and make some paper of your very own as a souvenir. Deh-sho paper was originally used by monasteries for woodblock and manuscript books and also for writing prayer books.
King's Memorial Stupa
Buddha Point
National Library, Thimphu
Day 4 - Thimphu - Punakha Morning Drive
Gangar Punsum
Chimi Lhakhang
Lobesa Village
Self Vehicle
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
Morning drive to low lands of Punakha valley touching Dochula pass 3,100 m and on the stop at Hongtsho village. Stop at the immigration checkpoint to stamp in your permit. Next, to the checkpoint you will find small local stalls selling fresh juicy local apples available for sale in plastic bags you could try some. You will be driving through the first mountain pass in the western part of Bhutan. You will find the 108 Druk Wangyal chortens on the top of the pass where the ridges are draped in colorful prayer flags greet you. You could take three rounds and offer prayers, take some best photo shots... If the weather is clear you will be able to see the highest peaks towards the north, Gangar Punsum among others is the highest unclimbed peak (24,000 ft) in the world... If you are lucky you could see red pandas, different species of birds, you can take some photo shot close to the natural lake. Proceed down towards Punakha through Thinleygang village and upon reaching Lobesa turn left and enter Punakha valley. On the way have lunch at Lobesa and take a hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Temple). This monastery is dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kunley” Divine Madman” known for his outrageous behavior. It was built in 1499 by Ngawng Chogyal the, 14th Drukpa Hierarch. Many childless women visit this lhakhang (Temple) and seek blessings for a child. The existing footpath to Chimi Lhakhang (Temple) passes through beautiful terraces of paddy filed after crossing paddy field. You will come across a Lobesa Village with lots of traditional houses. Lobesa Village is situated in the valley, surrounded by paddy fields on the way to important Buddhist Shrine “Chimi Lhakhang” in Punakha. You can very well interact with local people and here also, you can visit some village houses to understand about their lifestyle and proceed towards Chimi Lhakhang (Temple). Drive to Punakha. Overnight at a hotel in Punakha.
108 Druk Wangyal chortens
Damchen Resort
Chimi Lhakhang
Lobesa Village
Day 5 - Punakha - Paro
Self Vehicle
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
- After breakfast drive back to Paro. Overnight at a hotel in Paro.
Yanki Resort, Paro
Day 6 - Paro -- Haa
Chele la ridge
Haa Valley
Self Vehicle
Hotel
Lunch, Dinner (Keep enough Water Supplies with you.)
- Drive to Chele la pass (3988 m), Drive to Chele pass a favorite place for many visitors and is one of the highest motor able passes in the country. - For the Buddhists, it is also a sacred place to festoon the pass with prayer flags. For naturalists, the Chele la ridge offers gardens of Himalayan flowers, plants and of special pheasant species. - Water is scarce on these ridges and it is recommended to have enough water supplies with you.Further, proceed to Haa Valley Overnight at a hotel in Haa
Chele La Pass
Chele la ridge
Haa Valley
Hotel Lhayul
Day 7 - Haa - Paro
Dumtse Temple
Paro Museum
Self Vehicle
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast drive back to Paro and visit following Places Paro Dzong, Dumtse Temple, Paro Museum, Drugyal Dzong. Overnight at a hotel in Paro
Paro Dzong
Dumtse Temple
Paro Museum
Day 8 - Paro-Phuntsholing
Self Vehicle
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
Drive back to Phuntsholing. Bhutan Buddha escort will help you with exit formalities.
Day 9 - Return to Phuentsholing
Self Vehicle
Stay Not Applicable
Breakfast
- Phuentsholing - NJP /IXB Airport Drop
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The above tour cost includes: 1. Accommodation in 3 Star hotels 2. Breakfast and Dinner 3. Processing and approve permit. 4. Rooms on twin sharing basis 5. Guide for the entire trip 6. Backup Vehicle
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The tour package doesn't include: 1. Travel Insurance 2. Personal Expenses (Laundry services, drinks, telephone) 3. Single supplementary room 4. Flight Fare 5. Museum & Entry Fees
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