| Day
1 |
BANGKOK-PARO (L,D) |
| |
Arrive
in Bhutan and transfer to hotel in Paro. The flight to Bhutan
is spectacular with the great Himalayan peak appearing on and
after the others on the life side.
Visit the Ta-Dzong built in the 17th century, as watchtower to
defend Rinpung Dzong below. This Dzong was later converted into
the National Museum in 1967,and is filled with antique Tanka paintings,
textiles, weapons and amour. Drive to the Rinpung Dzong, built
in 17th century to defend the valley against the Tibetan invaders.
The Dzong is now used as an administrative center and school for
monks. Overnight in Paro. |
| Day
2 |
PARO-THIMPHU (B,
L, D) |
| |
Visit Drukgyel Dzong,
which was built by Shabdrung in 1647, to commemorate his history
over the Tibetans in 1644. Along the way see Kyichu Lhakhang,
one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King,
Songtsen Gampo.
Afternoon drive to Thimphu (65kms/2.30 hours) visit to the Tashichho
Dzong, seat of the national government and the Central Monastic
body, includes the summer residence.
Overnight in Thimphu. |
| Day
3 |
THIMPHU-PUNAKHA
(B, L, D) |
| |
Drive to Punakha via
Duchula pass (altitude 3050 meters). From here on a clear day
one can see superb view of the highest peaks in Bhutan, such as
Gangkar Puensum, Table Mountain, Jeje Khang, Masakhang and Gangchey
Ta.
After lunch drive on to Punakha which the old capital of Bhutan
and the present winter capital for Central Monks. Visit the Punakha
Dzong (opened when the monks are in Thimphu). |
| Day
4 |
PUNAKHA-TONGSA (B,
L, D) |
| |
Drive to Tongsa around
6 hours through a forest of pine and cedar. The road climbs to
Pelela Pass, traditionally considered the boundary between west
and east of Bhutan. Arrive in Tongsa.
View the impressive Tongsa Dzong, built in 1648, the ancestral
home of the ruling dynasty. The Dzong is a massive structure with
many levels which slope down the contours of a hill on which it
perches and visit Ta Dzong, an ancient watch-tower. Above the
main Dzong, there is an interesting display of Mongol armour. |
| Day
5 |
TONGSA-WANGDIPHODRANG-THIMPHU
(B, L, D) |
| |
Drive to Thimphu via
the valley of Wangdiphodrang. Visit Wangdi Dzong.
After lunch drive to Thimphu. |
| Day
6 |
THIMPHU-PARO (B,
L, D) |
| |
Visit the National
Memorial Chorten built in honour of the late King Jigme Dorji
Wangchuk and the Dupthop Lakhang one of the few surviving nunneries
in Bhutan. Then visit the National Library, stocked with Manuscripts
painting, traditional medicines are prepares according to the
ancient practices.
After lunch drive to Paro. Free at leisure in Paro. |
| Day
7 |
PARO-BANGKOK (B) |
| |
Transfer to airport
for flight back to BKK |
| BHU-003/ 6N7D / QUOTATION IN
USD / Now - 31 May 2002 |
| 1 |
2 |
3
- 6 |
7
- 10 |
11
- 15 |
Single
Sup |
| 1,155 |
1,105 |
915 |
910 |
895 |
105 |
Remark :
- Rates are per person in USD on twin sharing basis (1 person
rate is for 1 person staying in single room)
- Child 5-12 years old, sharing with 1 adult is charged same rate
as adult
- Child 5-12 years old, sharing with 2 adults with extra bed:
70 % of adult rate + development fees USD 10.-
- Infant 0 - 5 years old, free of charge but pay development fees
of USD 10.- |
Including:
1. Accommodation on twin
sharing basis
2. Meals (6B, 6L, 6D)
3. Sightseeing & entrance fees to places as indicated
4. Ground transports as indicated
5. English Speaking Guide (other language pls check)
6. Development Fees of USD 10.-/ pax |
Excluding:
1. Air Ticket + war insurance
2. Visa fees paid on arrival: USD 20. - / pax
3. Airport Dep tax: NU 300.-( USD 7. -) / pax
4. Personal expenses i.e. tabled drinks
5. Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events
i.e. road wrecks , flight delays, cancelled |
Hotel Thimphu:
Taktsang
Hotel, River View Hotel, Druk Hotel |
Hotel Paro:
Druk Hotel, Olathang Cottage Hotel |
Hotel Punakha:
Zangtho Pelri, Y.T. Guest House
|
Hotel Tongsa:
Sherubling or Norling Lodge |
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