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Bhutan : The Dragon Kingdom Discovery Tour : |
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The remote kingdom of Bhutan, with its fascinating cultural and architectural heritage and beautiful mountain scenery, was off-limits to tourists until 1974. Today, the country continues to preserve its cultural integrity as illustrated by this comprehensive tour which traverses western and central Bhutan, visiting the forts, monasteries and markets of the 'Dragon Kingdom'. |
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Day 01: |
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Arrive - Kathmandu :
Overnight flight from London to Kathmandu, via Abu Dhabi, with Gulf Airways. |
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Day 02: |
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Kathmandu :
Afternoon arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the Hyatt Regency / Soaltee Crowne Plaza for 2 nights. |
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Day 03: |
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Kathmandu :
Morning tour of Kathmandu. Afternoon visit to the temple at Pashupatinath and Bodhnath, a religious centre for Nepal's considerable Tibetan population. |
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Kathmandu - Paro :
Morning flight from Kathmandu to Paro. Afternoon visit to Ta Dzong, now the National Museum. While returning, stroll through Paro Market and along the Paro River. Stay for 2 nights at Gantey Palace / Olathang*.
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Day 05: |
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Tiger's Nest & Rinpung Dzong :
Morning trek to Taksang (Tiger's Nest). The monastery is perched on a rocky ledge with a sheer drop of over 800 metres. The return walk takes about 3 hours. Afternoon visit to Rinpung Dzong. |
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Day 06: |
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Tiger’s Nest & Rinpung Dzong - Thimpu :
Drive to the Bhutanese capital of Thimpu via the scenic Haa valley and visit the monasteries of Lhakhang Karpo (White Temple) and Lhakhang Nagpo (Black Temple). Stay for 2 nights at the River View / Druk Hotel. |
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Day 07: |
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Thimpu :
Full day sightseeing in Thimpu, including the National Memorial Chorten, Tashichhodzong and the National Library.
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Day 08: |
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Thimpu -
Tongsa
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A long drive to Tongsa via Wangdiphodrang Dzong, a monastery at the confluence of two rivers, and then over the Pele-la pass (3,300 m). Overnight at Norling Lodge.
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Day 09: |
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Tongsa - Bumthang :
Morning visit to Ta Dzong and Trongsa Dzong, a masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture built in 1647. Proceed to Bumthang, one of the most spectacular valleys in Bhutan. Stay for 3 nights at the Mountain Lodge.
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Bumthang :
Morning visit to Kurje Lhakhang, regarded as one of the most sacred places in the kingdom. Next drive to Jambey Lhakhang Temple, erected by Tibetan kings in the 7th century. This afternoon, see the ancient Buddhist wall paintings at Tamshing Lhakhang. |
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Day 11: |
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Bumthang :
Morning drive to Kurje Lhakhang followed by a walk to the 15th century monastery of Thankabi Goemba. After a picnic lunch, visit Jakar Dzong, a former monastery now used as the administrative centre of the Bumthang valley and the regional monk body. |
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Day 12: |
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Bumthang - Punakha :
Early morning visit to Bumthang market, then drive to Punakha via Wangdiphodrang. Overnight at the Zangtoe Peltri Hotel. |
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Day 13: |
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Punakha - Paro :
Morning visit to Punakha Dzong, a 17th century fortress. Continue to Paro and overnight at Olathang*. |
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Day 14: |
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Paro - Kathmandu :
Morning flight to Kathmandu. Overnight at the Hyatt Regency / Soaltee Crowne Plaza Hotel. |
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Day 15: |
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Kathmandu - London :
: Fly from Kathmandu to London an overnight flight, via Abu Dhabi, with Gulf Airways. |
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Day 16: |
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London :
Early morning arrival into London. |
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