Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong - 5 Nights 6 Days

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Duration6 Days
Trip GradeEasy
CountryBhutan
Maximum Altitude2400m
Max PeopleGroup or Private Trek Options
StartsKathmandu
EndsKathmandu
ActivitiesDriving, Sightseeing, Walking

Bhutan, a Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge. Is known for its monasteries, places (or dzongs) . And dramatic landscapes that range from various plains. To steep mountains and valleys. Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong. In the High Himalayas, peaks such as 7,326m Jomolhari are popular trekking destinations. Paro Taktsang monastery (also known as Tiger’s Nest) clings to cliffs above the forested Paro Valley. Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong is the first of its kind built in Bhutan.

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Arrival Paro for Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong. Therefore, Drive to Thimphu (D) Druk air flight to Paro is one of the. Most amazing of all mountain flight. Whether flying along the Himalayas range. From Kathmandu or over the foothills. Each flight is a amazing feat. And offers exciting drop 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.

Thimphu B/L/D) full day sightseeing in Thimphu. After breakfast Thimphu Sightseeing. Visit Trashichhoedzong, the beautiful medieval fortress/monastery. Moreover, Which houses most of the Government’s office and King’s Throne room. Therefore, It is also the summer residence of Je Khenpo. Moreover, The Chief Abbot, then visit national library which has vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts. And manuscripts.
After that drive to Arts & Crafts School. Famous for traditional thangkha painting. In addition, here you will see students at work producing great design on cloth. After lunch visit Handicrafts Emporium which displays. Wide assortment of beautiful hand-woven. And crafted products. Therefore, drive to Memorial Chorten, the stupa built in the memory of Bhutan’s Third King. Who is popularly regarded as father of modern Bhutan. The paintings and statues inside this statue. Therefore, Provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy. Overnight hotel in Thimphu.

Thimphu / Punakha (75 kilometers). After breakfast drive to Punakha with a short stop at Dochula Pass (3080m). Stopping briefly here to take in. The view and admire the chorten, mani wall. And prayer flags which decorate. The highest point on the road. However, If skies are clear. The following peaks can be seen from this pass. Masagang (7158m) Jejegangphugang (7158m). In addition, a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana. Finally, Gangkar puensum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7497m). Later visit Punakha Dzong, built strategically. At the jusction of Pho Chhu. And Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. Therefore, to serve as the religious and administrative Centre of the region. In addition, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutan’s history. Damaged by four catastrophic fires and an earthquake. The Dzong has now been fully restored.
After that drive to Wangduephodrang. Visiting Dzong and local market. Lastly, The district of wangduephodrang is also famous for its bamboo products. Slate and stone carvings. Overnight hotel in Punakha.

Punakha – Paro (125 kilometers). After breakfast drive to Paro route visit Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong. Therefore, The oldest fortress of the kingdom built in 1627. In addition, It now houses the school for religious studies. Afternoon in Paro visit Ta Dzong the National Museum of the kingdom. Originally built as Watch Tower since 1967. Therefore, It is serving as the National Museum of the country. And holding amazing collection of art. Artifacts, thangkha paintings and Bhutan’s old postage stamps. Afterwards, walk down a hillside trail to visit Rinpung Dzong. Built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang, the first spiritual. And temporal ruler of Bhutan. The Dzong houses the old body of Paro. Therefore, The office of the Dzongda (district administrative head). And Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. Overnight hotel in Paro.

After breakfast drive north of Paro valley to ruins of Drukgyel Dzong. From this fort Bhutanese went several invasions by Tibetan armies. Nearby visit traditional Bhutanese farm house. Therefore, which offers good insight into lifestyle of local people. In addition, Then take an trip to Taktsang Monastery. The most famous of Bhutanese monastery. Therefore, It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress. And meditated at this place hence it is called ‘Tiger’s Nest’. Moreover, The excursion to monastery takes about 5 hours for round trip. While return to Paro town visit en route Kyichu Lhakhang. One of the oldest and most sacred of the kingdom. Overnight hotel in Paro.

Lastly, After breakfast drive to the airport for flight to onward destination.

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Includes
  • Airport pick up and drop by car/van/ bus/
  • All necessary travel passes.
  • Staying on single/twin room basis.
  • Sightseeing and monastery. Entrance fees as per the journey.
  • Friendly English speaking guide.
  • Meal Plan: Full Board Basis.
Excludes
  • Firstly, Insurance of any kind.
  • Additional cost sue to natural incident and unknown trouble.
  • Travel medical insurance and emergency escape cost.
  • personal expenses such as. In addition, alcoholic drinks, hot shower, water bottle. Cold drinks, hot water, battery charge, donation.
  • Nepal entry visa fee. International air fare.
  • Personal equipment.
  • Tips for guide and Porter (Tipping is expected)
  • Personal expenses such as:  Alcoholic drinks, hot shower, water bottle, cold drinks, hot water, battery charge, donation.
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned on ‘price include’ section.
Essential Information

Accommodation During Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong

Moreover, We stayed at the Tea house. Tea house trek means a small hotel with a nice room. Made along the trekking path that provides room and food. Therefore, Most of these self-made family-owned and home-cooked meals. In addition, are served as well as different types of European and western food. To sum up, It’s a bit different but it’s good.

Equipment and Trekking Kit

However, For all Trekking and Hiking trips. We suppose you be prepared and have the items from this list

Head:
Sun hat / warm long hat / Sunglasses / Head torch/headband

Body:
Few pair of T-shirt / Cotton t-shirt / Light thermal / leggings
 jacket/down jacket
Lightweight walking pants /  Hiking Shorts / inner wears

Feet:
Inner Socks / Thick warm wool hiking socks / Comfortable Hiking boots / Sandals

Hands:
Fleece Gloves / waterproof windproof gloves

Accessories:
Sleeping bag liner/rain cover / Trekking poles. Headlamps and spare batteries/camera batteries with chargers. Watch with light alarm / Water bottle or Camel bag/money belt / Dry Packs

Toiletries and Personal Hygiene:
Shampoo / conditioner
Toothbrush and paste / Face and body moisturizer
Nail cutter file / Clothes washing shop
Toilet paper you can buy more on a trek/hand sanitizer / Sunscreen/body high UV Protection.

Medical Kits:
However, See your doctor for complete travel medicine. In addition, Including High altitude medicine. In addition, carry your daily medicine.

Mountain Sickness and Prevention in Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong

To clarify, Mountain Altitude Sickness can affect anyone above 3000 meters. Altitude Sickness affects people  of all sex, age, and fitness. Secondly, Therefore, If you are showing signs of mountain altitude sickness. Your safety is our first view and we will help you getting down as fast as possible.

Accommodation in Kathmandu during Bhutan Tour Simtokha Dzong

However, Accommodation in Kathmandu is not included in this package. And you will have to arrange it for staying in Kathmandu yourself.  Therefore, Its costs changes depending on the tourist. Season as well as the areas where you choose to stay. In conclusion, Our team members will be more than happy to help you. Moreover, provide support and help for booking staying. Or any other travel information related to your Nepal trip.