THE JOYOUS JOURNEY TO BHUTAN
Start your journey to the land of happiness, "Bhutan: The Happiness Is The Place". The Kingdom's Culture and Arts highlighted in the fictional Kingdom of Yangdon in Philippine TV program of Princess & I. Travel with us to the real world of this fascinating kingdom in the Himalayas.
AIRLINE: DrukAir - Royal Bhutan Airlines. Entry/Exit Route: BKK - PBH - BKK. You can book Drukair with us.
HOTELS: 3 Star Hotels
TRANSFERS:Private Sedan/SUV on all Transfers
MEALS:Full Board
NOTES:VISA FEES INCLUDED - Must acquire visa clearance from us not less than 15 days before departure.
ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival at Paro for your Bhutan travel (2200 m above sea level)
Your Bhutan travel experience commences the moment you enter the air space around the Himalayan mountain range near Bhutan. You will be instantly struck by the beauty and splendor of the 360 degree view around you as you watch from your Druk Airline airplane window. Moments before you land, the beautiful Paro valley will gently glide into your line of sight. Be sure to look for it and take in the once-in-a-lifetime views. As soon as you land at the Paro International Airport, you will be cordially received by an English-speaking tour guide who will be your personal host throughout your stay in Bhutan. After the customs and immigration formalities, you will be driven the short distance to your comfortable hotel. You will get a chance to relax at the hotel and unwind from your long journey inbound.
Day 2 Thimphu Sight-seeing (2200 m)
The next day, after a sumptuous breakfast of Bhutan's choicest breakfast delicacies plus the traditional continental fare, you will be driven to Thimphu to visit the King's Memorial. Thimphu is about 30 minutes away from Paro and the drive is indeed scenic. The King's Memorial was built in memory of the third king of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972. After paying your tribute to the king, you will be escorted to see the Changankha monastery, the Radio Tower which is one of Bhutan's tallest functional structures and the Zoological Garden, where you can easily spot the national animal of Bhutan- the takin. After an enjoyable session at the zoo, you will visit the Nunnery Temple, the National Library of Bhutan which houses some of the world's most rare and ancient religious manuscripts and the Bhutan School of Arts & Crafts which is also called the Painting School. For art lovers, the visit to the Painting School is a treat and you are welcome to meet with the students and faculty since you share a common canvas. Let us know in advance and we will formally schedule a guided tour for you. After lunch, your tour guide will take you and the other members of your group to the National Institute of Traditional Medicine. Medicinal herbs, which grow in the region, & minerals that are found in the kingdom, are scientifically processed and administered to patients by qualified traditional pharmacists and doctors who have been trained in the science of natural and alternate medicine. This unique healing method is popular among Bhutanese people as well as foreigners. Your tour guide will gladly schedule a consultation for you if you wish. Bhutan also has several modern state-of-the-art allopathic hospitals many of which provide world-class services. You will next visit the Trashicho Dzong also known as the Fortress of the Glorious Religion. Initially built in 1641 AD and later remodeled by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk in 1965, the Dzong is the home of the main secretariat of the Government. The throne of His Majesty, the King of Bhutan, is situated here. The National Assembly Hall is in a modern structure on the other side of the river. During summer, the main monk group led by His Holiness, the Je Khenpo, reside in the Dzong. The Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory is your next stop. Come and see how Bhutan protects its environment through long-term sustainability. Paper products are manufactured from mulberry plant bark called "daphne" in the local language. This factory manufactures a special watermark paper as well as products such as lampshades, envelopes and other objects made of traditional Bhutanese paper. They make great gifts to take home with you and are genuinely unique. It is not just the texture of these handmade paper products that will intrigue you, but also their unique earth tones and natural hews.
Day 3 Thimphu Sight-seeing
You are all set to depart after breakfast, bright eyed and bushy tailed. The Bhutan Textile and Folk Heritage museums are your first two stops. Learn first-hand about Bhutan's rich cultural traditions, its deeply rooted heritage which spans thousands of years and the Bhutanese way of life. You will also visit the Handicrafts Emporium where you can purchase exquisite hand-woven fabric in a million colors and decorations for your living room. Are you a stamp collector by any chance? We won't call you a philatelist because that sounds way too esoteric. Surprising as it may sound, Bhutan
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