Glimpses of Bhutan

  • Trip Code

    MKA-1054

  • No of days

    5

  • Challenge level

    Moderate

  • MEALS

    Included (B,L, D)

  • TRANSPORTATION

    Private Vehicle & Flight

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Hotel & Guest House

  • MAX ALTITUTE

    -

  • BEST SEASON

    Mar-May / Sep-Dec

  • START POINT

    Paro, Bhutan

  • END POINT

    Paro, Bhutan

  • SUITABLE FOR

    16 to 79 years old

  • WALK PER DAY

    4 to 5 hours walk every day

  • GUIDING METHOD

    Live Guide/Instructor

Trip Overview

It is said that Shabdrung ordered the architect zowe Palep, to sleep in front of the statue, while Palep was sleeping; the Shabdfrung took him in his dreams to Zangtopelri and showed him the palace of Guru Rimpoche. From this vision, the architect conceived the design for the new Dzong, which in keeping with the traditional, was never committed to paper.          


DETAILED Itinerary

  • Day 01
    ARRIVE PARO

    While in the journey, the traveller from the plane can see a wonderful view of Mt. Everest, and other famous Himalayan Mountains including Mt. Jhomolhari and Mt. Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On the arrival at Paro International Airport you will be received by your Bhutanese representative from Makalu Adventure and drive to Thimphu the capital city. Lunch at the Hotel. Discuss about the Tour Programme with your Tour Guide. Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu.

  • Day 02
    THIMPHU - PUNAKHA

    After breakfast, Drive to Punakha via Dochula pass. If the weather is clear, we stop for a while at Dochula pass to view Higher Himalayas. While in Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngwang Namgyal and is situated between Pho Cho (Male River Female River). Many years, in the time of the second king served as the sea of the second king. The Dzong was constructed by Guru Rimpoche, predicated as"…..a person named Namgyal will arrive at a hill that looks like an elephant ". Dzong Chu (Small Dzong) a small building that housed a state of Buddha. It is said that Shabdrung ordered the architect zowe Palep, to sleep in front of the statue, while Palep was sleeping; the Shabdfrung took him in his dreams to Zangtopelri and showed him the palace of Guru Rimpoche. From this vision, the architect conceived the design for the new Dzong, which in keeping with the traditional, was never committed to paper. The material during the war with Tibetan are preserveed their. Punkha is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo and King Jigme Dorii Wangchuk convened the new national Assembly their in 1952. After lunch, drive to Wangdi Phodrang. On the way, st0p to view Chimi Lhakhang also called the "Temple of Fertility" built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley also popular as "Devine Mad man" in 15th century. Enroute view the scenery of Wangdiphodrang valley, visit Wangdiphodrang Dzong built in 1638. Legend relates that as the people were searching for the site of the Dzong, four ravens were seen flying away in four poinrs of the compass.The Dzong is situated at the confluence of Mo Chu and rivers. Drive back to Thimphu. Over night: Hotel in Thimphu

  • Day 03
    PUNAKHA – THIMPHU

    After breakfast, drive back toThimphu. Visit Tashichho Dzong (Forest of the Glories Religion) which was built in 1641 by Shabdrung Namgyal. It was reconstructed in 1961 by the Late King Jiqme Dorii Wangchuck who is also regarded as Father of Modern Bhutan. Then visit the National Library having a vast collection of ancient Buddhist manuscripts followed by Panting School, which is famous for carving and free hand art. After lunch visit the National Memorial Chorten, a monument dedicated to the Third King of Bhutan (Late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck). The inside panting and statues provide a very rare insight into Buddhist Philosophy. Then visit Handicraft Emporium to see the exquisite artistry of traditional crafts and textiles. Over night: Hotel in Thimphu.

  • Day 04
    THIMPHU – PARO

    After breakfast, drive to Paro. On the way, visit Simtokha Dzong, built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1627.Visit the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong, and now in ruins was built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate the victory over the Tibetan invaders in 1644: the Dzong name's means indeed "victorious Druk". It was used as administrative center until 1951when a fire caused by butter lamp destroyed. The visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan's oldest and most sacred monasteries dating from the introduction of Buddhism in the 8th century and the visit Rimpung Dzong (Paro Dzong) built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngwang Namgyal. Dzong houses administrative offices. After lunch visit the Taa Dzong, an ancient watchtower, which has been since 1967, the national museum of Bhutan. Then in the evening Drive two hours to Thimpu.Oveernight Hotel in Paro.

  • Day 05
    PARO – PARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FOR DEPARTURE

    Then early in the morning drive to Paro International Airport and Bhutanese friend from Makalu Adventure will accompany you to bid farewell as you embark on your onward journey to back home.


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Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

Client Reviews

EXCELLENT : (5 / 5.0 ) 2

100% recommend this Package.
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  • Sean James
    United Kingdom

    Excellent service and a welcome by Makalu Adventure

    I've known and worked with Mohan and Makalu Adventure for nearly 15 years. In that time I've led many treks and high altitude expeditions to Nepal (15 expeditions over 8000m and counting). His company provides an excellent service and a welcome that I look forward to every season. The Thamel Eco Resort is a center of tranquility in Kathmandu and the perfect place to start and finish the Himalayan Adventure. The staffs are now like family and I hope to return for many years with the guarantee of safety and security that he offers in the mountains.
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    France

    I have been working as my country-agent for Makalu Adventure since last 20 years and recommend them most highly.

    “I have used Makalu Adventure as my in-county agent for the last twenty years and recommend them most highly. The staff are knowledgeable, well trained and go that extra mile to make sure all is well. These are just some of the trips I have done with Makalu Adventure: Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek - Phapulu to Everest Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp - Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek Annapurna - Circuit of Dhaulagiri - Circuit of Manaslu - Rolwaling to Everest - Humla to Mt. Kailash - Everest ABC Tibet - Makalu Base Camp - Makalu Sherpani Col Pass Trek - Kangchenjunga Base Camp - Langtang Valley - Parchamo Peak - Dolpo - Mera Peak.
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