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Explore the valleys of Thimphu, Punakha and Paro with a private guide, taking in the ancient monasteries and majestic mountains of this Himalayan kingdom.
Destinations > Bhutan > Taste of Bhutan
6 Days 5 Nights
Five nights accommodation, meals as indicated, sightseeing as specified with private car and driver and services of a local English speaking guide.
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Visit the National Library which houses an extensive selection of Buddhist literature dating back hundreds of years; see the beautiful medieval monastery, Trashichhodzong; drive up up Dochula Pass and visit the 17th Century Punakha Dzong; view the ruins of the Drukgyel Dzong and journey by foot to Taktsang Monastery.
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The history and culture of Thimphu
The local market at Wangdue Phodrang
The remote Taktsang Monastery
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Day 1
On arrival into Paro, you will be met and transferred by road two hours to Thimphu.
Day 2
Start with a morning visit to the National Library, housing an extensive selection of Buddhist literature, some dating back several hundred years. Continue to a painting school, the National Memorial Chorten and the folk Heritage and National Textile Museum. This evening see the beautiful medieval Trashichhodzong monastery.
Day 3
Drive up to Dochula Pass, stopping briefly to take in the views. Afterwards visit the 17th century fortress Punakha Dzong before continuing on to Wangdue Phodrang local market. (B)
Day 4
En route to Paro stop by Simtokha Dzong, built in 1627. In Paro visit Ta Dzong. (B)
Day 5
Drive up the valley to view the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong and then proceed for the five hour roundtrip journey by foot to Taktsang Monastery. (B)
Day 6
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
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