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Gangtey Valley Tour

Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days

Cover:- Paro – Thimpu – Gangtey Valley – Punakha – Paro

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Tour Description

Overview

The duration of this tour is 08 days. The best time to do this tour is round the year. The journey begins at Paro where we drive through Thimpu. This tour gives you an opportunity to experience the beauty of the fertile valley of Paro, the Paro Dzong and Paro chu(river) with astonishing Nature in Thimpu and Gangtey valley and Punakha. One can see the vivid culture of Bhutan and is a full fun and adventure package. This tour is being crafted in such a way that a traveler should experience the legacy of cultural richness and the scenic beauty of the Nature in Bhutan so that his travelling to Bhutan should not only be a journey for him but an experience in itself.  

Tour Highlights

  • National Library, Folk Heritage Museum, Handicraft Bazaar
  • Gangtey Valley, Phobjika, Ternoon
  • Paro Dzong, Paro Penlop, Kyichu Lhakhang, Drukgyel Dzong
 

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Paro from New Delhi / Kolkata / Guwahati / Mumbai / Bagodgra & transfer to Thimphu 65 km 1 hr drive

The most spectacular mountain flights you will ever experience in a life time. Flying in from the heat of the plains of India one can witness from the left side of the aircrafts window a series of the world’s highest peaks. Your pilot will announce the names of the peaks if the weather is clear. You will descend into the high mountains and as the plane lowers you will not find any airstrip or any city but instead you will enjoy the view of the approaching valley of Paro, the alpine forests, little monasteries, temples and farm houses. Before the plane touches the runaway you will get a glimpse of the fertile valley of Paro, the Paro Dzong and Paro chu (river). Our representative will be at the airport to assist you, meet and greet and transfer to the capital city Thimphu. Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 2 Thimphu Sightseeing

When in Thimphu you got to prepare for surprises where this unique capital has no traffic lights but adopted its own version of the British – Indian colonial times traffic policemen who can startle you and memorize others with his elaborate hand gestures, sometimes he may be signaling stop when it looks like go but don’t worry you can observe the flow and notice his smile as you stare at him. Sightseeing includes visit to the National Library, Folk Heritage Museum and take a short walk to Handicraft Bazaar to view the traditional arts. Afternoon relax at the hotel and evening spend some time at the clock tower square and take a walk at Norzin Lam for shopping or leisure.

Overnight stay at Thimphu.

 

Day 3 Thimphu – Gangtey 145 km 4.5 hrs drive

Early morning, we drive towards Gangtey valley touching Dochula pass 10,000 ft and on the stop at Hongtsho village. Stop at the immigration check point to stamp in your permit. Next to the check point you will find small local stalls selling fresh juicy local apples available for sale in plastic bags you could try some. You will be driving through the first mountain pass in the western part of Bhutan. You will find the 108 Druk Wangyal chortens on the top of the pass where the ridges are draped in colorful prayer flags greet you. You could take three rounds and offer prayers, take some best photo shots. If the weather is clear you will be able to see the highest peaks towards the north, Gangar Punsum among others is the highest unclimbed peak (24,000 ft) in the world. Proceed down towards Punakha through Thinleygang village and upon reaching Lobesa turn left and enter Punakha valley. On the way stop and take a short walk through the villages to Chimmi Lhakhang - The divine madman also known, as Drukpa Kinley is a famous teacher with whom the phallic symbol is associated. Do not miss the master’s deeds painted on the walls. Japanese and several American couples visited this temple and were blessed miraculously with children. Check in the hotel. Afternoon visit majestic Punakha Dzong placed strategically at the junction of the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers, the dzong was built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative seat of the region. It was here that the dual system of government was introduced in the 17th century and in 1907, enthroned the first King Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuk. Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay at Gangtey.

Day 4 Gangtey – Phobjika Sightseeing

Morning drive to beautiful Gangtey valley via Wangdiphodrang Dzong strategically located on a ridge 4,430 ft that overlooks the highway that fork to the east and south of the country. This is an old town with Narrow Street with single storied shops and also the gateway to central and eastern Bhutan. The legend Mahakala, the protective deity of Bhutan appeared to tell Zhabdrung of prediction, saying “at top of rocky spur where two rivers meet, at the place where a flock of raven will fly off in four directions, you will build the Dzong”. The Zhabdrung built the Dzong in 1638 and Punakha/Wangdi valleys are also the winter home for many of the high altitude farmers who migrate with their cattle to the warm climate. The Gangtey valley is one of the most beautiful open valleys in Bhutan and is the winter home to the endangered black necked cranes (Grus Nigricllis) which migrate to this valley around mid-November from Tibet. These cranes have for centuries captured the human imagination with their intelligence, poise, sociality, beauty and freedom which have given rise to several myths, legends, folktales and songs. The birds fly back across the Himalayas to their summer home towards Tibet and China. The Gangtey village is small dominated by the yellow roofed Gangtey monastery 
Late noon return to Punakha.
 
Overnight stay at Gangtey.

Day 5 Gangtey - Punakha 75 km 2.5 hrs drive

Morning drive to Paro same road via Semtokha entering the Babesa express highway, enroute stop at Lamperi and visit the Royal Botanical Park for 30 minutes. If you are lucky you could see red pandas, different species of birds, you can take some photo shot close to the natural lake. Upon reaching Chunzom check post, stop for a while at the bridge, stretch your legs and walk through the bridge. Proceed towards Paro and check in the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight stay at Paro.

 

Day 6 Punakha – Paro 145 km 4 hours drive

Morning drive to Paro via same road and visit Paro Dzong, the National Museum housed in a round fortress called as the Ta Dzong considered to be one of the best natural history museums in Asia where it has a fine collection of natural and historic artifacts. Paro Penlop Heritage Farm house, Kyichu Lhakhang the monastery dates back to 7th century and is one of the oldest and most sacred. Afternoon visit ruins of Drukgyel Dzong and drive till the base of Tigers Nest. Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay at Paro.

Day 7 Paro – Hike to Tiger’s Nest

Morning - if you are adventurous and physically fit you could hike or take a horse ride till (one-way) the world famous “Tigers Nest “or popularly known as “Taktsang” one of the popular spiritual heritage sites. It was here that the great tantric master Guru Padma Sambhava flew in from Tibet on a tiger to bring Buddhist teachings to Bhutan. (Round hike take 6 - 7 hours). Afternoon visit the town for shopping or leisure.

Overnight stay at Paro.

Day 8 Departure

Early morning transfer to Paro airport to board flight back to destination
 
Journey Ends.
 

Where Stay

Hotels Accommodations Envisaged :-

Subject to availability at the time of booking or else similar hotels will be suggested: -

Destination Luxury Deluxe Premium
Thimphu Hotel Norbuling / Similar Hotel Druk / Similar Le Meridien Thimphu / Similar
Gangtey Odiyana Hotel / Similar Dewachen Hotel & Spa / Similar Dewachen Hotel & Spa / Similar
Paro Himalayan Tashi Phuntshok Hotel / Similar Rema Resort / Similar Le Meridien Paro, Riverfront / Similar
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Also includes

Inclusions
  1. Accommodation in twin sharing
  2. Daily Breakfast
  3. All Airport Transfers
  4. Sightseeing & Transportation within Bhutan
  5. All internal Permits & Internal Taxes.
 
Exclusions
  1. Air fare
  2. Personal Travel Insurance
  3. English Speaking guide
  4. Lunch & dinners
  5. Entry fee to museums
  6. Laundry, tipping, personal shopping, telephone calls
  7. Anything not specified in the “cost includes”.
 
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