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Bhutan - Land of Thunder Dragons

Bhutan - Land of Thunder Dragons

On the tour, explore some of the most fascinating facets of “Land of the Thunder Dragon” Bhutan and Nepal! From historical attractions at Kathmandu and abundant natural beauty in Thimpu valley to timeless religious charm of the Taktsang Monastery and exotic views in Bhadgaon – many delightful experiences await you on this meticulously designed trip. Delicious food and warm hospitality will impress you further.

 

Tour Nights

  • Kathmandu: 3 nights
  • Thimpu: 2 nights
  • Punakha: 2 nights
  • Trongsa: 1 night
  • Paro: 2 nights

Tour At a Glance

  • Enjoy a short stroll through the city of Kathmandu
  • Reach Thimpu via Paro, one of the most beautiful towns in Bhutan
  • Enjoy your time in Thimpu valley by visiting the famous National Library, National Textile Museum and other attractions
  • Drive to Punakha via Dochula pass
  • Make a stop at Punakha Dzong, a meeting point two rivers - Phochu (Male River) and Mochu (Female River)
  • Reach Trongsa and check out one of the largest Dzongs of the country, Trongsa Dzong
  • En route to Paro, visit Simtokha Dzong
  • Enjoy an excursion to the Taktsang Monastery
  • Explore the city of Kathmandu
  • Marvel at the Kathmandu Durbar Square and the many temples in the area
  • Make a visit to the Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO declared world heritage site
  • Enjoy an excursion to the medieval city of Bhadgaon as well as Nagarkot, known to offer splendid views of the mighty Himalayas
  • Tour code: STI48
  • Accommodation Grade
  • Private Tour

12 Days / 10 Nights Guide Price from £3299 pp

Bhutan - Land of Thunder Dragons Itinerary details

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  • Day 01 UK - Kathmandu
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    UK - Kathmandu

    Depart from UK an overnight flight to Kathmandu via Delhi.

  • Day 02 Arrival Kathmandu
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    Arrival Kathmandu

    After reaching Delhi, proceed to Kathmandu through a connecting flight. Our company representatives will escort you from Kathmandu airport to your hotel. You may relax during your overnight stay or opt to take a brief stroll through the city.

  • Day 03 Kathmandu - Paro - Thimpu
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    Kathmandu - Paro - Thimpu

    Post breakfast transfer to airport towards your onward journey to the Paro, one of the most beautiful towns in Bhutan. After reaching Paro, carry out your remaining journey to Thimpu valley by car. Check in at your hotel in Thimpu and relax. Proceed towards National Memorial Chorten and Tasicho Dzong, the secretariat of the national monk body in the afternoon time. Overnight stay at your hotel in Thimpu.

  • Day 04 Thimpu
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    Thimpu

    Enjoy your hot breakfast served onboard and then leave for the full day sightseeing of Thimpu valley. Visit the famous National Library which houses an extensive collection of priceless Buddhist manuscripts, the painting school of Buddhist art and then move towards the native Hospital where centuries of healing arts are still practiced. Also visit the National Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum and Motithang National zoo to witness the rare “Takin”, national animal of Bhutan. Overnight stay at your hotel in Thimpu.

  • Day 05 Thimpu - Punakha
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    Thimpu - Punakha

    After breakfast, drive to Punakha through Dochula pass, one of the most fascinating sites of Bhutan, which will never let any passer by proceed without having a brief pause here. This site offers phenomenal views of Himalayan ranges. Then further, stop at Punakha Dzong which is a meeting point two river Phochu (Male River) and Mochu (Female River) Check in at your hotel in Punakha and relax.

  • Day 06 Punakha - Trongsa
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    Punakha - Trongsa

    Begin your journey to Trongsa via Pelela pass, after having a healthy breakfast. At Trongsa, you’ll get a chance to witness one of the largest Dzongs of the country, Trongsa Dzong. Also visit Ta Dzong Museum which is not just enlightening but scenic too and Chendebji, an eighteenth century chorten built by Lama Zhida, patterned on Swoyambhunath Stupa in Kathmandu. Relax during your overnight stay in Trongsa.

  • Day 07 Trongsa - Punakha
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    Trongsa - Punakha

    After breakfast drive back to Punakha via Gangtey Valley. On route, visit Wangdi Dzong at Wangdue Phodrang. Upon arrival at Punakha, check-in at your hotel and relax.

  • Day 08 Punakha - Paro
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    Punakha - Paro

    Proceed with your road journey to Paro. On route, visit Simtokha Dzong, built in 1629 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, who unified Bhutan. Later, take a hillside walk to visit Rimpung Dzong, which houses the monastic body of Paro, the administrative office of Dzongda and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. Afterwards, visit Ta Dzong, a watchtower turned museum where you can shop fine collection of ancient Thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons and other art crafts. Overnight stay at your hotel in Paro.

  • Day 09 Paro -Taktsang
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    Paro -Taktsang

    This morning, take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery which is built around a cave in which Guru Rimpoche mediated for three months.Get back to your hotel in Paro and relax during your overnight stay.

  • Day 10 Paro - Kathmandu
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    Paro - Kathmandu

    Post breakfast transfer to airport towards your journey to Kathmandu. Upon arrival transfer to hotel and later proceed for a day excursion of the city. Explore the historical royal palace of Kathmandu Durbar Square, having around 50 temples in its vicinity and the legendary Swayambhunath Stupa which is said to be one of the oldest Buddhist Stupa of the world. Afterwards, move towards Patan Durbar Square, situated at the centre of Lalitpur city, which is the oldest city in the valley. Both, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square are UNESCO declared world heritage sites. Relax at your hotel in Kathmandu during your overnight stay.

  • Day 11 Kathmandu - Nagarkote
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    Kathmandu - Nagarkote

    Post breakfast, drive towards an excursion trip of the medieval city of Bhadgaon, noted for its wooden carved buildings including the five-storey Nyatapole Pagoda and Golden Gate. Bodhnath is one of the world’s largest stupa and the most important Tibetan Buddhist monument outside Tibet. Changunarayan, a lavishly decorated two-tiered temple dating back to 467 A.D. Continue on to Nagarkot (7200ft), offering a panoramic view of the mighty Himalayas from Mount Everest in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west. Get back to your hotel in Kathmandu and relax during your overnight stay.

  • Day 12 Kathmandu - UK Departure
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    Kathmandu - UK Departure

    Transfer to the International airport in Kathmandu towards your onward journey to UK via Delhi with sweet memories.

Dates & Guide Prices

01 Apr - 05 Jul

Superior (pp)

from
£3299

Single Room Supp (pp)

from
£389

03 Aug - 30 Sep

Superior (pp)

from
£3299

Single Room Supp (pp)

from
£389

01 Apr - 05 Jul

Deluxe (pp)

from
£3399

Single Room Supp (pp)

from
£449

03 Aug - 30 Sep

Deluxe (pp)

from
£3399

Single Room Supp (pp)

from
£449

Extension

  • Sometimes chaotic, sometimes quiet, somewhere rustic and somewhere urban, Delhi, the capital of India, is a city of contrasts ready to treat your senses to a wondrous milieu of cuisine, culture, heritage and novelty.

    Delhi-01
    Day 1

    To Delhi Post breakfast, transfer to the airport and proceed towards your onward journey to Delhi and upon arrival, transfer to hotel 3 nights stay in Delhi. Read More

    Delhi-02
    Day 2

    Delhi Explore city tour of Old and New Delhi. Old Delhi built by the Emperor Shahjahan is a bustling city of crowded bazaars and winding alleys teeming with life. New Delhi, designed by British architects Lutyens and Herbert Baker, with wide avenues, landscaped gardens and stately monuments. Visit the Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque, Chandni chowk bazaar. India Gate, Humayun’s tomb, Qutb Minar and drive past the President’s Palace and the diplomatic enclave. Read More

    Delhi-03
    Day 3

    Delhi

    Full Day at leisure.

    Delhi-04
    Day 4

    To UK

    Post breakfast, transfer to the International airport in Delhi towards your onward journey to UK with sweet memories. Read More

       

Hotels

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3,4, Thimpu,Paro,Kathmandu,Gangtey,
Bhutan Suites Superior

Bhutan Suites Thimpu

The Bhutan suite is located in Changangkha, which is primarily Thimphu’s residential area.

Call 0208 705 0071 to enquire about this holiday
Tashi Namgay Resort Superior

Tashi Namgay Resort Paro

Located on a rocky hill overlooking the Drukair airport and the pa chu river below, the resort would be one of the first glimpses of Bhutan for visitors to our small and beautiful kingdom.

Call 0208 705 0071 to enquire about this holiday
Dewachen Hotel Superior

Dewachen Hotel Gangtey

Encircled by pine forests in the hidden valley of Phobjikha – Gantey Gompa, home to the very rare Black Necked cranes, the Dewachen Hotel features sixteen double rooms, modern bathroom fittings, heavenly bedding comforts, and a restaurant with

Call 0208 705 0071 to enquire about this holiday
Hotel Radission Deluxe

Hotel Radission Kathmandu

Radisson Hotel Kathmandu your relaxation destination in Kathmandu, you benefit from this hotel's world-class amenities and its convenient location within walking distance of major businesses, diplomatic offices and popular tourist stops like Tham

Call 0208 705 0071 to enquire about this holiday
Bhutan Suites Deluxe

Bhutan Suites Thimpu

The Bhutan suite is located in Changangkha, which is primarily Thimphu’s residential area.

Call 0208 705 0071 to enquire about this holiday
Tashi Namgay Resort Deluxe

Tashi Namgay Resort Paro

Located on a rocky hill overlooking the Drukair airport and the pa chu river below, the resort would be one of the first glimpses of Bhutan for visitors to our small and beautiful kingdom.

Call 0208 705 0071 to enquire about this holiday
Dewachen Hotel Deluxe

Dewachen Hotel Gangtey

Encircled by pine forests in the hidden valley of Phobjikha – Gantey Gompa, home to the very rare Black Necked cranes, the Dewachen Hotel features sixteen double rooms, modern bathroom fittings, heavenly bedding comforts, and a restaurant with

Call 0208 705 0071 to enquire about this holiday

What's Included?

  • Return International flights.
  • Kathmandu/Paro/Kathmandu airfare.
  • Airport transfers.
  • Sightseeing tours as per the program on private basis.
  • Accommodation as specified in the itinerary.
  • Meals, Full Board at Thimpu, Punakha, Trongsa, Paro and Kathmandu on Breakfast.
  • Services of local English speaking guide.
  • Bhutan government royalty and entry visa fee.
  • All applicable entrance fees for the monuments included in the program.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges. 

What's not Included?

  • Visa fees.
  • Personal Expenses such as laundry bills, telephones calls, hard & soft drinks, meals other than specified, beverages and mineral water etc.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Still and video camera fee at monuments and game parks.
  • Tips to drivers, porters, bellboys, guides & waiters etc.
  • Any car arrangements on free days / days at leisure.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusions.

Additional Information

Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£) based on twin sharing.

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