9 day Bhutan Cultural Premium Private Safari (business class flight from Bangkok included) Shoulder Season

Start Point

Bangkok - Paro

End Point

Paro - Bangkok

Days

9 days & 8 nights

Price Per Person

USD 0.00 Twin/USD 0.00 Single


Tour Description

Myth and legacies of great Buddhist saints permeate the Bumthang valley. Approaching and entering the valley can be as though entering the inner sanctum of a sacred temple. With many sacred Buddhist sites spread across the valley, the whole place feel blessed. Experience the indigenous hospitality of Bumthang valley. Bhutan is a landlocked country nestled in the eastern Himalayas, bordering China to the north and India to the south. Bhutan's main tourism attractions are its traditional culture and way of life, its religious festivals, historic monuments and its pristine environment. Bhutan has received much international acclaim for its cautious approach to development that places a high priority on conserving the nation's natural and cultural heritage.  

NOTE : the package prices are now on request due to Corona and changing flight prices the prices showed an indication of prices or contact our Concierge service concierge@above-5.com for the best available price

 

Facts and Figures:

  • Districts (Dzongkhags) - 20
  • Land area - 38,394 square kilometers
  • Forest area - 72.5 %
  • Altitude - between 240 meters and 7541 meters
  • above sea level
  • Inhabitants - 708,427
  • Language - official language “Dzongkha”, English
  • widely spoken
  • Religion - Vajrayana stream of Mahayana Buddhism
  • (Also known as Tantric Buddhism)
  • Currency - Ngultrum (equal to Indian Rupee)
  • Capital - Thimphu
  • Country Dialing Code - +975
  • Local time - Six hours ahead of GMT and half an hour
  • ahead of Indian Standard Time

What is all included in the Premium Bhutan tour see below 

  • All Meals ( full board meals ) 
  • And all services on route drinking water , guide , all transportations etc etc
  • 8 Nights hotel accomodation Hotel *****
  • Airflights from Bangkok to Paro in Bhutan and back to Bangkok on Business class
  • Visa's and visa fees ad taxes 

NOTE : Tours are also available for 3 or 4 passengers or more passengers as a small or bigger group and /or incentive group , only thing you need to do, drop a note to our concierge service and they will assist to get it arranged for you and/or clink on the below concierge link 


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DAY 1 DRIVE FROM PARO AIRPORT TO THIMPHU (1 HOUR) AND SIGHTSEEING IN THIMPHU

Place visiting
Arrive in the Royal Kingdom of Bhutan , City tour of Thimphu
Description

Probably the only capital city in the world without streetlights and an airport of its own, this small city is home to some 100,000 local residents including the Royal Family of the Kingdom of Bhutan. Like any other capital city, it is the political and economic center for the country. The city has a 17th century fortress which houses the Office of His Majesty the King and The House of Parliament stands on the eastern bank of the Thimphu River opposite to the fortress. Thimphu has successfully preserved its culture and tradition despite growing exponentially and rapidly. Any traveler exploring this unique city will have the luxury of modern convenience and witness ancient monument and traditional way of life simultaneously.

Overnight at a Hotel *****

 

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DAY 2 DRIVE FROM THIMPHU TO DOCHULA (1 HOUR)

Place visiting
Hike to Lungchutse from Dochula , Drive to Punakha , Cultural Sightseeing at Punakha , Punakha offers tourists a unique medieval experience
Description

Hike to Lungchutse from Dochula (2 ways and 1 hour at the spot- 4 hours) Lungchutse hike is one of the most rejuvenating and picturesque hike. The trail will take you through a diverse forest until you reach the ridge. From the Lungchutse temple you can enjoy a 360 degree view of the Himalayas and the valley below. Lunch at Dochula Cafeteria and Drive to Punakha (1 and half hour) and Cultural Sightseeing at Punakha Travelling to Punakha is like getting in a time machine and going back to the 17th century. Punakha offers tourists a unique medieval experience.

The region still holds many traditional houses built decades ago with people leading a simple farming lifestyle. The valley is especially beautiful during spring and autumn adorned by the produce in the paddy fields. Did you know that Punakha was a former capital of Bhutan? Much of Bhutan’s significant history from fighting against the Tibetan invasion to the institution of first monarch to the signing of the treaty of Punakha with the British Indian Empire which shaped Bhutan’s future significantly were all witnessed in this region.

Overnight in Thimphu hotel *****

 

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DAY 3 EARLY DRIVE FROM PUNAKHA TO PHOBJIKHA (3 AND HALF HOURS)

Place visiting
Phobjikha is one of the most idyllic places in Bhutan , experience the Vally with his nature and culture and animals and birds
Description

Phobjikha is one of the most idyllic places in Bhutan. The valley is part of an important wildlife reserve; the valley is home to the endangered black necked cranes. These birds migrate south to the valley from Tibet every winter before flying back early spring. Aside from enjoying the tranquility, the valley also has multiple hiking trails leading through the small community in the valley.

Overnight at  Phobjikha hotel ***** or when you would like to experience a overnight stay on a Farm is also possible

 

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DAY 4 DRIVE FROM PHOBJIKHA TO TRONGSA (4 AND HALF - 6 HOURS)

Place visiting
Enjoy the scenery and culture and various animals
Description

Over night at a Hotel ***** in Trongsa

DAY 5 EARLY DRIVE FROM TRONGSA TO BUMTHANG (2 AND HALF - 3 HOURS)

Place visiting
Myth and legacies of great Buddhist saints permeate the valley , Bumthang is also known for its cheese and textile production
Description

Myth and legacies of great Buddhist saints permeate the valley. Approaching and entering the valley can be as though entering the inner sanctum of a sacred temple. With many sacred Buddhist sites spread across the valley, the whole place feel blessed. With such rich heritage, the region’s architecture has been conserved with regulations that guide development initiatives taken today. Bumthang is also known for its cheese and textile production. The hand woven fabric drawn from the yak and sheep wool and the pattern input to their product are indigenous to Bumthang.

 

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DAY 6 DRIVE BACK TO THIMPHU

Place visiting
Enjoy the scenery and culture and various animals on the way
Description

Today a exciting car journey even the journey is beautiful and scenic 

Overnight in Thimphu hotel ***** 

 

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DAY 7 DRIVE TO PARO

Place visiting
Enjoy the scenery and culture and various animals on the way
Description

Driving back to Paro with various stops and beautiful sceneries in nature and culture

Please note that the flight ticket cost is subject to additional charges and is NOT included in the package price ( airticket price one way per person is aprox USD150 - USD 200 can be arrange on arrival in Bhutan )

Overnight in Paro Hotel *****

 

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DAY 8 HIKE TO TAKTSANG

Place visiting
Exciting day today with a lot of scenery , two hour hike through the pine forest, the majestic architecture perched on a cliff 900 meters above Paro
Description

Taktsang which translate to The Tiger’s Nest is a Buddhist monastery in Paro valley.

According to the legend, Buddhist saint Guru Rinpoche flew to the current monastery site riding atop a tigress in the 7th century. Today it has become the most visited site by tourists.

Approached by a two hour hike through the pine forest, the majestic architecture perched on a cliff 900 meters above Paro valley greets the hikers.

Once at the top, tourists can enjoy the panoramic view of the valley below.

Overnight in Paro hotel *****

 

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DAY 9 THE LAST DAY OR THE ROYAL BHUTAN SAFARI TOUR

Place visiting
Free till transfer to airport for your flight back home or next destination
Description

Free at leisure till transfer to airport

 

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Map of Bhutan

Place visiting
See below map of Bhutan and the regional map
Description