7Days Cultural Packages – BIEBS Tours and Travel

Cultural & Heritage Packages

6N/7D

About Tour

Bhutan is the only country in the world to have adopted Mahayana Buddhism in its Tantric form as its official religion, is known as a country of devout Buddhists, the teachings of Buddhism remain strong in all aspects of people’s life even today.

Cultural heritage is an extremely important aspect of Bhutan and is one of the four pillars of Gross National Happiness Bhutan has long maintained a policy of strict isolationism, both culturally and economically, with the goal of preserving its cultural heritage and independence. Only in the last decades of the 20th century were foreigners allowed to visit the country, and only then in limited numbers. In this way, Bhutan has successfully preserved many aspects of its culture, which dates directly back to the mid-17th century.

The country retains its own unique traditions, and large numbers of cultural heritage and traditional techniques still play a significant role in people’s everyday lives. Typical tangible cultural heritage in Bhutan includes Dzong (building doubles as prefectural office and monastic center), Lhakhang (temples), Gompa (monastery), Chorten (Buddhist stupa), and old folk houses. Movable assets are represented by Buddhist-related such as Buddhist statues, paintings and scriptures. The most well-known intangible cultural heritage are a Tibetan Buddhist mask dance called Cham, a yearly festival called Tsechu, and traditional arts and crafts such as textiles.

Itinerary Highlights

Day 01: Arrive Paro, Paro –Thimphu
Day 02: Thimphu
Day 03: Dochula Pass, Punakha – Wangduephodrang
Day 04: Punakha – Wangduephodrang
Day 05: Wangduephordang – Paro
Day 06: Paro- Taktsang(Tiger Nest)
Day 07: Departure form Paro

Day -1 (Arrive Par, Paro – Thimphu)

Desc: Right after arriving to Paro International Airport, our representative will receive you and then head to Thimphu, the Capital city straight. After hotel check in is complete, Visit the Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum, and the Memorial Chorten on the first day, Lunch will be at one of the Restaurant which serves Bhutanese authentic food.

Day -2 (Thimphu)

Desc:- Right after breakfast continue exploring Thimphu city, on the second day including the School for Traditional Arts and Crafts, the Craft Bazar, Changangkha Lhakhang, Takin Preserve (Zoo), (Motithang), the Buddha Dordenma site, and the Tashicho Dzong.

Day – 3 (Dochula Pass, Punakha – Wangduephordang -Paro)

Desc:- Start early after breakfast and head off to the beautiful Dochula pass at 10,000 feet, around 1 hour away from Thimphu. The pass is a popular location among tourists as it offers a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of Himalayan mountain range. The view is especially scenic on clear, winter days with snowcapped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 chortens gracing the mountain pass.

From Dochula pass, en route to Punakha hike and visit the temple dedicated to the Divine Mad Monk – Drukpa Kuenley. The hike takes about an hour and about 40 minutes return to the car road, drive straight to visit Wangdi Dzong and Bajo town. Drive to Punakha for night stay at hotel which is about 3 mins drive from Wangdi.

Day – 4 (Punakha)

Desc:- After morning breakfast, the day begins with a short hike through rice fields, chilies and cabbage, to the Khamsum Yuley Namgyal Chorten, a monument dedicated to the King of Bhutan. The next stop will be Punakha Suspension Bridge, one of the longest suspension bridge in Bhutan, An almost 250 m long suspension bridge across the Phochu river.

After lunch, visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong built on the confluence of the Po and Mo (male and female) rivers. This fortress is the winter residence of the monastic order’s head., then visit a farmhouse and meet with the farmer and family, Night stay at Hotel In Punakha.

Day – 5 (Wangduephordang – Paro)

Desc:- Start early after breakfast, retrace the journey back to Paro and reach by lunch time with few stops en route. After lunch, visit the Ta Dzong, a 17th century monument, which now houses the National Museum with an excellent collection of Bhutanese antiques. It served as a watch tower during the Tibetan invasion and played a strategic role in Bhutan’s successful defenses. Next, visit the Paro Dzong: the dzong is currently the administrative center for the District of Paro.

After that take an evening stroll along the main street of Paro town filled with handicrafts shops and modern cafes and other shops, or take refreshments at a local café or bar. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Day – 6 (Paro – Taktshang(Tiger Nest))

Desc:- After breakfast, drive to Satsam Chorten to start the pilgrimage/Hike to Takstang – The Tiger’s Nest. This serene monastery clings to a steep granite cliff about 700 meters above the valley floor. Being one of the most revered Buddhist sites, thousands of pilgrims travel here each year from all over the World. Lunch can be served at the cafeteria on the way, from where one can get a most spectacular view of the monastery on the opposite cliff. It takes about 2 and half hours to get there and about 2 hours to return down.

Evening free time, rest after the hike at Hotel

Day – 7 (Departure from Paro)

Desc:- After breakfast, drive to Paro airport for flight to onward destination.

Inclusion and Exclusion

What’s included:

Accommodation at 3 star hotel, Double room on twin sharing basis
Single room supplement is additional of USD 45 per night per room
All three meals at designated restaurants or hotels (does not cover water and other beverages ordered in hotels/restaurants)
Bottled mineral water for the entire trip (except water ordered in the hotels and restaurants)
English speaking A qualified & licensed guide
A tour vehicle & an experienced driver
Entry fees & road permits
Government fee, royalty, taxes & surcharges
Visa fee and processing charges
Full service & assistance before, during and after your Bhutan trip

What’s excluded

Airfare to and from Bhutan (can be arranged with us)
Flight on other airline to catch Drukair Flight
Any other beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) including water ordered in restaurants and hotels
Travel or health insurance
Wire transfer/Telephone expenses
Meals at 4-5 stars restaurants
Hotel stay outside of Bhutan
Expenditure of personal nature
Laundry
Gratuity/Tip for guides and driver