Bhutan Sojourn

Situated in the north-western part of the country, the enchanting valley of Paro is rich in culture, scenic beauty and abounds in myths & legends. The valley is home to many of Bhutan's oldest temples and monasteries, the country international airport and the national museum. Afternoon visit to Rinpung Dzong, meaning (fortress of the heap of jewels), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic Mandala. Part of Bernardo Bertolucci's movie, ˜Little Buddha," was filmed inside this dzong. Then drive to 7th-century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan. Later in the afternoon, drive end of the Valley to the base of Drukgyel Dzong, a 17th-century fortress burned down in the early 1950s. Here we will also see the beautiful typical farmhouse. Bhutanese farmhouses are very colourful, decorative and traditionally built without the use of single nail. The majority of the population of Bhutan continues to live as it has for centuries - in small isolated farms and hamlets, surrounded by terraced fields of rice, maize and buckwheat. Also visit Ta Dzong, originally built as a watchtower, which now houses the National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons & armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artefacts. Evening an exploratory walk around Main Street and market area. Overnight at the hotel in Paro. (Altitude 2280m)

Activities : Museums

Situated in the north-western part of the country, the enchanting valley of Paro is rich in culture, scenic beauty and abounds in myths & legends. The valley is home to many of Bhutan's oldest temples and monasteries, the country international airport and the national museum. Afternoon visit to Rinpung Dzong, meaning (fortress of the heap of jewels), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic Mandala. Part of Bernardo Bertolucci's movie, ˜Little Buddha," was filmed inside this dzong. Then drive to 7th-century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan. Later in the afternoon, drive end of the Valley to the base of Drukgyel Dzong, a 17th-century fortress burned down in the early 1950s. Here we will also see the beautiful typical farmhouse. Bhutanese farmhouses are very colourful, decorative and traditionally built without the use of single nail. The majority of the population of Bhutan continues to live as it has for centuries - in small isolated farms and hamlets, surrounded by terraced fields of rice, maize and buckwheat. Also visit Ta Dzong, originally built as a watchtower, which now houses the National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons & armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artefacts. Evening an exploratory walk around Main Street and market area. Overnight at the hotel in Paro. (Altitude 2280m)

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Museums

In the morning catch your flight from your respective city to Bagdogra. Post your arrival, you shall be taken to Phuentsholing (the entry point for Bhutan). On arrival, check-in your hotel for an overnight stay in Phuentsholing. Rest of the day is at leisure. Evening an exploratory walk around Main Street and market area. Have dinner in the evening and enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel. (Altitude 300m)

Activities : Mountaineering

Next morning after breakfast we will escort to immigration for Route permit, it may take about 2 hours or 4 hours and after that, we have lunch then we can start to Thimphu which will take about 5 to 6 hour and will be check-in at the hotel.

Activities : Mountaineering

Phuentsholing road was built in 1962 by Dantak, the Indian Border road organization and it is a fascinating drive with numerous scenic spots en route. Phuentsholing is a thriving commercial centre on the northern edge of the Indian plains. Situated directly at the base of Himalayan range and sharing a border with India, Phuentsholing blends in the fascinating mix of Indian and Bhutanese cultures. 4 km before reaching Phuentsholing, visit Kharbandi Gompa, the beautiful monastery situated in the garden of tropical plants and flowers. The monastery contains paintings depicting scenes from the life of Buddha and statues of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and Guru Rimpoche. From the monastery garden, there is a splendid view of Phuentsholing and plains of West Bengal (India) and their tea gardens beyond. Evening takes a stroll around Phuentsholing town and visit Zangtho Pelri, the temple situated in the city centre, representing the heaven of Guru Rinpoche. Overnight at the hotel in Phuentsholing. (Altitude 300 m)

Activities : Mountaineering

After breakfast, picked up by Indian counterpart from Phuentsholing hotel and proceed for onward program.

Activities : Mountaineering