Bhutan Tour Dochula Panoramic View - 6 Nights 7 Days

Arrival Paro for Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong. Therefore, Drive to Thimphu (D) Druk air flight to Paro is one of the. Most spectacular of all mountain flight. Whether flying along the Himalayas range. From Kathmandu or over the foothills. Each flight is a mesmerizing feat. Therefore, offers exciting descent into the Kingdom. Lastly, On arrival at the airport, received by our representative. To sum up, transfer to Thimphu, the modern capital town of Bhutan. Overnight.

For Bhutan Tour Dochula Panoramic View in Thimphu (B/L/D) full day sightseeing in Thimphu.
Therefore, Morning take a hike to Cheri Monastery (Includes Dodina and Jigme Dorji Wild life Sanctuary). Hike about 1 hours (to and fro) leds to Cheri Gomba (Cheri Dorji Dhen). Therefore, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal built this monastery in 1620. In addition, established the first monk body here. A chance to spot birds such as Mrs Gould’s Sunbird, Yellow-browed Tit. In addition, Yellow-rumped Honeyguide, Long-billed Thrush, Ultramarine Flycatcher. Paper Factory: the handmade paper making in Bhutan stemmed from the age old tradition. Originated in 8th century of Bhutanese history. The handmade paper constitutes as valuable National Heritage of Bhutanese. Cultural identity and preserved through all the ages. Moreover, The Traditionally paper recognized and held high esteem both in home and outside world.
The Weekend Market:
Held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the people crowd the stalls every day. Therefore, dressed in full colour and gathered to meet and to barter. Much like the street markets in London! Bhutan Craft Bazaar. The private stalls had a variety of high-end quality products from places across the country. Therefore, such as wood carved national symbols, bags and western wears with touch of traditional designs. In addition, wooden and clay utensils, Bangchung, Dhapa, key hanger of jewelry boxes, bookmarks and handmade packing papers (Deysho) in different patterns. antique items and etc. The stalls have a distinctly rich outlook with fine tones of elegance, and a warm and inviting atmosphere. The craft bazaar also an exemplary of how bamboo can be used to construct houses in the country. Lastly, you can stroll around the city. Overnight in Thimphu.

Thimphu to Gangtey(Bhutan Tour Dochula Panoramic View) (B/L.D) altitude 2800m above the sea level.
Morning driving towards Gangtey. Therefore, we come across a pass known as Dochula (3140m). From where a beautiful panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain range can be seen. Especially in clear winter days. The beauty of this place future enhanced. By the Druk Wangyal Chortens. Therefore, a 108 stupas built by the eldest Queen, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck. In the mountain east of Wangdue Phodrang. Lies the beautiful Phobjikha Valley. On the slopes of which situated the great monastery of Gangtey. Moreover, established in the 17th century. The village of phobjikha lies a few km. Down from the monastery. On the valley floor. This quiet, remote valley. The winter home of black necked cranes. Which the arid plains of Tibet in the north. To pass the winter months. In a milder climate. Overnight in Gangtey.

Gangtey to Punakha/Wangdue (B/L/D) altitude 2800m sea level (2 hours drive).
Firstly, Morning visit, Gangtey Geomba: in the mountains east of Wangdue Phodrang lies the beautiful phobjikha valley. Therefore, on the slopes of which is situated the great monastery of Gangtey. Established in the 17th century. The village of phobjikha lies a few km. Down from the monastery, on the valley floor. Therefore, This quiet, remote valley is the winter home of black necked cranes. Which migrate from the arid plains of Tibet in the north. To pass the winter months in a milder climate. Hike to Chimi Lhakhang (temple of fertility) this temple. Therefore, was built by lam Drukpa Kuenley (the Divine Madman) in 1499. Moreover, it is about thirty minutes kike across fields from the road wooden phalluses are often found hanging in the four corners of the houses and also phalluses are painted on the walls of houses. It is the common belief that this helps in driving away evil spirits. (30 minutes hike to and from, gentle steep, good foots path across the valleys and villages). Overnight in Punakha.

Punakha/Wangdue to Paro (B/L/D) altitude 2280m above sea level. (4 hours’ drive) Morning visit, Punakha Dzong (fortress). Built in 1637 by Zhabdrung. Which is remarkably located between. The rivers of Mo (Female) Chu (river) and pho (Male) Chu. Until the time of second king. It served as a seat of the king.
Later drive to Paro and later visit. Rimpung Dzong. The Bhutanese Dzongs are huge architectural structures. Constructed for a variety of functions. Throughout the country. From administrative buildings to monasteries and temples. Yet they are carefully. And thoughtfully designed and are strikingly beautiful. The Rimpung Dzong, known. As the fortress of the heap of jewels. In the pictures setting of the Paro valley, is of course no exception. Built in the time of the dynamic spiritual. And political leader Zhabdrung in 1644. Once a year, as part of the Tsechu festival, one of the oldest Thongdol (gigantic scroll paintings). Is ceremonially unfurled here. Therefore, Kichu Lhakhang (Monastery) it is one of the two most sacred. And the oldest temples in Bhutan. Moreover, it was built in 7th century by Tibetan King Songtsen Gompa. Overnnnight in paro.

In Paro (B/L/D). Morning hike to Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest). Therefore, this Bhutan’s most recognizable cultural icon perched 800m. Up a seemingly sheer cliff. Moreover, it was tragically and mysteriously consumed by fire in April 1998. However, it has now been restored to its former glory. Therefore, believed that in the 8th century, the great tantric master Guru. Rimpoche/Padmasambhava (2nd Buddha) flew on the back of a tigress. To the site where the monastery now stands. Five hours hike to and from, some gentle and some steep hike. In addition, some stony foot path and some good ones. Therefore, if you ride a horse upward it will see person.
Therefore, visit Farmhouse. Picturesque farm houses dot the valley amongst fields. Therefore, and hillsides. However, we welcome you to enjoy the hospitality of the Paro farmers. Thrill yourself as the farmers welcome you to their homes with genuine smiles. Therefore, the two to three-storied Bhutanese farm houses are handsome in appearance. Moreover, with colorfully decorated outer walls and lintels. And are traditionally built. Therefore, a visit to a farm house gives an interesting glimpse. Moreover, into the lifestyle of a farming family. (if you take hot stone bath in the farm house it will cost extra US$25 per person). Lastly, later stroll around the town and see how locals live. Overnight in Paro.

Depart Paro (B) After breakfast drive to the airport for flight to onward destination.