Best way to explore Bhutan in 5 days #BucketList2019

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14th Nov 2019
Day 1

PARO TO THIMPU

We took a flight from Delhi to Paro. On Arrival at Paro Airport, (2200Mts) drive to Thimphu, the capital town of

Bhutan with en-route stop at Chuzom, the confluence of Thimphu and Paro rivers. Three different style of stupas; Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese adorn this confluence. On arrival, in

Thimphu check-into the hotel. Evening an exploratory walk around Thimphu main street and market area. Overnight at the hotel.

Spotting Mount Everest --The middle dark pyramid one(Get a left window seat)

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Landing between mountains

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Paro airport

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Here we are !!!!

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Bhutanese Architecture

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Confluence of rivers

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Beautiful wooden work at Hotel

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Day 2

THIMPU

In the morning, visit handmade paper mill, School of Arts and crafts (Closed on Saturday, Sundays & Government holidays) where students learn 13 different arts used predominantly in

Bhutan. Later visit national library & Simply Bhutan museum. Also experience Archery at the Museum Itself. Later drive pass by memorial chorten built in memory of the 3rd King. Visit

Buddha viewpoint, Changangkha Lhakhang, the oldest temple in the valley, Enclosure where national animal, Takin are kept and Zilukha Nunnery. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel in

Thimphu.

Buddha point was highlight of the day...

Buddha Dordenma

Photo of Best way to explore Bhutan in 5 days #BucketList2019 by Aradhana Mishra
Photo of Best way to explore Bhutan in 5 days #BucketList2019 by Aradhana Mishra
Photo of Best way to explore Bhutan in 5 days #BucketList2019 by Aradhana Mishra
Photo of Best way to explore Bhutan in 5 days #BucketList2019 by Aradhana Mishra
Photo of Best way to explore Bhutan in 5 days #BucketList2019 by Aradhana Mishra
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Day 3

PUNAKHA

Today‟s drive passes through Dochula pass (3100mts) making the most beautiful pass in Bhutan. 108 Druk Wangyel Chortens, built over the pass by queen mother in 2003 marks the pass more

important than another passes. When the weather permits one can enjoy a spectacular view of the highest mountains of Bhutan at a sight that stretches almost 180 degrees. After a photo break,

we will continue our drive to warm valley of Punakha. On arrival, check into the hotel. Afternoon, we will visit the most beautiful Punakha Dzong, which houses the most elaborated temple in

the country. The Dzong, showcase the finest example of the arts and crafts of Bhutan. Later in the day excursion to Chimi Lhakhang (from hotel it is about 15 minutes drive till motorable road

and then walk starts through paddy fields and villages. This is total about 1.1/2 hour walk, including both way). The Chimi Lhakhang situated on a hillock in the centre of the valley, also

known as the temple of fertility. A walk through the village near the temple will give you rare glimpses into the daily life and lifestyle of the villagers. Overnight at the hotel in Punakha

Dochula Pass

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Punakha Dzong

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Day 4

PUNAKHA TO PARO

After breakfast drive back to Paro descending back down from Dochu La, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and Paro Chhu river valleys, before crossing through Paro Town

towards the north end of the valley. En route visit Simtokha Dzong, the place of profound tantric teaching, this dzong now houses a school for the study of the Dzongkha language. Later in the

day after checking into hotel, proceed to visit Ta Dzong, originally built as Watchtower, which now houses National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha paintings,

textiles, weapons & armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts.Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, meaning (“fortress of the heap of

jewels”), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of

long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic Mandala. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Dochula Again on our way back

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Paro river

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Day 5

PARO - TIGER NEST TREKKING

After breakfast excursion to Taktshang Monastery (approx 5 hours walk): It is one of the most famous of Bhutan‟s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor.

It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called „Tiger‟s Nest‟. Afternoon drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress

where Bhutanese warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Chomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory from the approach road to the

Dzong. On the way, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the

introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan. Evening an exploratory walk around Main Street and market area. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Trekking to the top Monastery of the middle mountain

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Day 6

BACK HOME

Bye bye to the Beautiful Country..

Bidding adieu to our very helpful and caring Guide and Driver

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