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Day 1 – ARRIVE AT PARO Arrive at Paro by Druk Air, Bhutan’s National Carrier. On arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be received by representatives of Bhutan Enigma. Transfer to Thimphu. Overnight at hotel in Thimphu. Day 2 – THIMPHU Sightseeing at Thimphu includes visit to the National Library, the folk heritage museum, the Painting School, the Handicrafts Emporium, the Textile Museum, the Memorial Chorten, and the spectacular view of Thimphu valley from Sangaygang. The visit to these places will give you glimpses of rich vibrant colors, fabric, Bhutanese creativity ,culture and traditions prevalent in Bhutan. The Handicrafts Emporium located at the center of Thimphu is the best place to buy souvenirs and Bhutanese artifacts. Day 3 – THIMPHU TO PUNAKHA From one capital to the other, the ride to Punakha takes you through one of the most beautiful mountain pass. The view of the mountain ranges from the Dochula pass on a clear day is simply breathtaking. At the pass one can also witness the Bhutanese architecture at its best in the form of hundred and eight small Chortens. Stopover at Chimme Lhakhang built on a hilltop which resembles a woman’s breast. The temple was built by Lam Drukpa Kuenley popularly known to the western world as the ‘Divine Madman’. Childless couples from near and far come to this temple to receive blessing from the wooden effigy of the Lam Kuenley’s organ. Visit Punakha Dzong, the winter residence of the central monk body. Overnight stay at Punakha. Day 4 – PUNAKHA TO GANGTEY Proceed to Gangtey and visit the Gangtey Gompa Lhakhang the ancient seat of Nyingmapa sect. Gangtey monastery is perched on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful Phobjikha valley. The fertile glacier valley is a winter home to the endangered Black-necked cranes. Overnight stay at hotel or camp outside. Day 5 – GANGTEY TO PARO After an early breakfast, proceed to Paro. Drive to Drukgyal dzong, 15kms north of Paro, which is in ruins and was built by Zhabdrung Nawang Namgyal in 1649. The dzong was built to celebrate the victory over Tibetan invasion and was for long the gateway fortress of the northern region. On the way back, see the bird’s eye view of the sacred Taksang Monastery perched on a steep rocky cliff amidst the pine forest. The Kichhu Lakhang, the Ta-dzong and the Rinpung dzong also offers pleasant views just as they hold a special place in the heart of the religion of the Kingdom. Day 6 – EXCURSION TO TAKSANG Taksang or the ‘Tiger’s nest’ is one of the holiest site in Bhutan and is perched on a steep rocky cliff. Taksang is about two and half hours walk from the road end. The hike to the monastery is a fulfilling experience. Although the monastery is closed to tourist, the view from the tourist viewpoint is simply awe-inspiring. The sacred monastery was built in the 8th century by Guru Rimpoche, the second Buddha. The legend has it that Guru came to this place riding on a tigress and subdued the evil spirits thereby freeing the people from the wraths of evil. He mediated in the cave and propagated the virtues of Buddhism. Day 7 - AIRPORT FOR DEPARTURE Have early breakfast in the hotel and drive to the airport for flight to onward destination. Our representative will help you with all the necessary formalities. |
