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
	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 school at the school learn the traditional techniques of drawing and painting, Traditional Medicine Hospital where traditional medicines are prepares according to the ancient practices. After lunch drive to Punakha via Duchula pass (altitude 3050 metres). 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.
Day 4	PUNAKHA-TONGSA (B, L, D)
	Punakha, the old capital of Bhutan and the present winter capital for Central Monks. Visit the Punakha Dzong (opened when the monks are in Thimphu). 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. After lunch drive to Tongsa.
Day 5	TONGSA-BUMTHANG (B, L, D)
	View the impressive Tongsa Dzong, built in 1648, the ancestral homw of the rulling 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. After lunch drive about 3 hours and cross the Yotonglay Pass to Bumthang.
Day 6	BUMTHANG (B, L, D)
	Bumthang is the general name given to a complex of four valleys-Chumey, Choekhor, Tang and Ura with altitude vary from 2,600 to 4,000 meters. Visit to Kurje Lhakhang, one of the most sacred places in Bhutan as Guru Rimpoche mediated here. From Kurje monastery a tarmac road heads south along the right bank of the river to the Jambey Lhakhang. Afternoon visit Tamshing Lhakhang, founded in 1501 by Pema Lingpa. Later see Jakar Dzong, the "Dzong of the white bird'. It is the only Dzong in the country the does not contain a Drukpa monastic community.
Day 7	BUMTHANG-WANGDIPRODHANG (B, L, D)
	Drive to Wangdiphodrang.
Day 8	WANGDIPRODHANG-PARO (B, L, D)
	Visit Wangdi Dzong.Then drive to Paro.
Day 9	PARO-BANGKOK (B)
	Transfer to airport for flight back to BKK

BHU-004/ 6N7D / QUOTATION IN USD / Now - 31 May 2002

1	2	3 - 6	7 - 10	11 - 15	Single Sup
2,300	2,200	1,810	1,780	1,770	205

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 (8B, 8L, 8D) 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

Hotel Bumtang: Wangdichholing, Mountain Lodge

Important Notes * Paro Museum is closed on every Monday * Taktsang Monastery was under construction * Visa process required at least 7 working days * Deposit required before making a tours booking * Hotel .There are no hotel stars system in Bhutan. They are considered to be same standard and equal. We however choose the most suitable hotel considering its standard and service. Distance

From	To	Distance Time	From	To	Distance Time
Thimphu	Paro	2.5 hours	Punakha	Wangdiphodrang	40 mins
Thimphu	Wangdiphograng	3 hours	Wandiphodrang	Tongsa	5 hours
Thimphu	Punakha	3 hours	Tongsa	Bumtang	3 hours

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