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CENTRAL BHUTAN CULTURE TOUR Central Bhutan Culture Tour is associated from Nepal to Bhutan. It is the
top finest tour to know about unique heritages and cultures. Bhutan is a
small Himalayan country which holds lesser land than Nepal and which
offers you different antique visits to different traditional places. After the
airways to Paro, your representative will guide you for the further trip
and with all the official procedures.
Central Bhutan Culture Tour will provide you chances to visit prime
places of Bhutan. You will be visiting Ta Dzong, an antique watchtower
which is now recognized as the National Museum which was converted
in 1968. The museum holds ancient textiles, Thangka, armors and
weapons, affluent collection of historic and natural artifact. You will
also be visiting the great Rinpung Dzong which was officially built in
17th century to protect the valley against Tibetan intruders. Central
Bhutan Culture Tour also includes visit to Punakha Dzong, winter seat of
the Je Khenpo, Bhutanese Handmade Paper Factory and ancient
capital of Bhutan. Journey starts after we make a drive to Bhumthang
through Trongsa which is probably about 7 hours drive passing through
Pele La Pass (3300m.) and Yotong La Pass (3400m.). If the weather is
calm, you can see different Himalayan ranges from the Pele la Pass.
The visit to Jambay Lhakhang which is one of the oldest temples in
Bhutan and Jakar Dzong which is the seat of the district administration is
also included in this package of Central Bhutan Culture Tour. Not only
this, you will explore different other places like National Memorial
Chorten and Bhutanese farm house of a local family at Drukgyal which
makes you dig underneath the Bhutanese life style and know about
them.
The duration of this cultural tour is 8 days. You will be sheltered with
different HOTELS AND guesthouse or maybe lodges too so don’t forget
to bring your cameras along with you because nobody in this world
would try to miss those beauties! Let Visit Nepal Tibet Treks take you to
this place which will give an experience of visiting places out of the
world.
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TRIP FACTS
Trip Duration : 7 Nights/ 8 Days
Country : Bhutan
Trip Start from : Paro
Trip Ends at : Paro
Trip Grade : Very easy
Activities : Historical, Cultural, Religious and Natural Tour
Meals during Trip : Breakfast in City & all meals during Trekking
Accommodation during Trip: Hotels, Guest House, Lodge or Camping in
Trekking
Mode of Transportation : Private Comfortable Car/van/Hiace/Tourist Bus
Trip Route : Paro- Thimpu- Gangtey- Bumthang- Thimpu- Paro
OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01] Arrival in Paro and drive to Thimphu, Overnight at Hotel
Day 02] Thimphu, Tour of Thimphu Valley, Overnight at Hotel
Day 03] Drive Thimphu to Gangtey, Overnight at Hotel
Day 04] Drive Gangtey to Bumthang, Overnight at Hotel
Day 05] Bumthang, Tour of Jampa/Kurje/Tamshing Monastery/
Konchosum Lhankhang
Day 06] Drive back to Thimphu from Bumthang, Overnight at Hotel
Day 07] Drive Thimphu to Paro, Overnight at Hotel
Day 08] Departure on Your Destinaton
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SERVICE INCLUDED
1. English speaking trekking/tour guide throughout the tour
2. Accommodations in centre located best Hotel
3. Private vehicle for all transfer per the itinerary
4. Private driver
5. All necessary Travel permit
6. Entrance tickets for all the sights per the itinerary
7. Petrol for the tour vehicle
SERVICE NOT INCLUDED
1. Airfares
2. Airport taxes
3. visa fees (US$ 20), airport departure tax (US$ 10)
4. Personal Natural expense like Drinks, Laundry, IDD calls, etc
5. Bank Telex wire transfer processing fee
6. Tips for your guide and driver
7. Tipping and all not mentioned above
8. Travel Insurance
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrive Paro – Thimpu (2350m.)
In the Plane, if the weather is cool, you we will be seeing the
spectacular views of the world’s highest peaks. Soon as we step off the
plane, we will be escorted by our guide to Paro town for lunch. After
the Lunch, we will be visiting Ta Dzong, an antique watchtower which is
now a museum entitled as The National Museum. Later, we will be
going to Rinpung Dzong which was built in 17th century for protections.
Later that day, we will be off to Thimpu, the capital city of Bhutan
where we will be staying a night in a Hotel.
Day 02: Thimpu (Sightseeing)
Thimpu has a population of around 66,000 which is just made up of
three lines of shops and is the only capital in the world with no Traffic
Lights. In the evening, we will be visiting the Handicrafts Emporium. It is
the only place in Thimpu where all types of Bhutanese handicrafts are
sold and even made. O/N in a Hotel.
Day 03: Thimpu – Gangtey (2900m.)
After an early breakfast, we will be driving to Gangtey with a halt at
Dochula Pass (10,000 ft). We continue our drive yet again after that,
where we will go through forests of magnolia and Rhododendrons for
lunch to Punakha (1250m.). After the lunch, we will be going to
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Punakha Dzong and we continue our drive to Gangtey again. The
chance of staying in a Lodge is more tonight.
Day 04: Gangtey-Bhumthang (2600m.)
We will be driving around the stunning gorge of Gangtey to Bumthang
with a halt at Trongsa (2300m.) for lunch. Along this trip, we can have
good views of top Himalayan ranges from Pele la Pass (3300m.). We
drive through thick forests and Rhododendron trees to get there. After
the long hard day, we will be staying in a lodge at Bumthang stay a
night there.
Day 05: Bumthang (Sightseeing)
Bumthang is the most popular and fabulous valley in Bhutan which is
entitled as the heartland of Buddhism. In the morning, we walk to visit
the Tamshing Monastery which is one of the oldest Monastic schools
built by Terton Pema Lingpa and Kurjey Lhakhang. We will also be
visiting the Jambay Lhakhang which is the oldest Temple built in 7th
century. Later that day, we make a hike to Thangbi valley across the
suspension bridge and visit the Thangbi Lhakhang which was built in
14th century. After the tiring day, we will be spending our night in a
lodge or similar.
Day 06: Bhumthang – Thimpu
Today, we will be driving to Thimpu which approximately takes around
7-9 hours to reach with specific halts along the way. We also make
some stops for photographs and similar. On the way, we stop at
Chendebji Chorten to have a Picnic lunch. We will then continue our
drive again for Thimpu after that stop. O/N in a Hotel.
Day 07: Thimpu – Paro (2250m.)
In the morning after an early breakfast, we will be driving to Paro for
Paro Valley sightseeing. We will also visit Drugye Dzong which is a ruined
fortress that defended the gorge from Tibetan attack and from where
the view of Mount Chomolhari (24000ft) is really stunning. After that, we
continue our drive and on the way, we will be visiting Satsam Chorten
and get a perfect sight of Taktsang Monastery. Later that day, in the
afternoon, we will drive to Rinpung Dzong and the famous National
Museum. Overnight in a Hotel.
Day 08: Departure
This is the final day of our great Central Bhutan Culture Tour. We will be
driving straight to the airstrip this day for our Final Departure
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CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENTS
Certain basic trekking equipment is essential on all routes we described in this
site. Depending on the area and season, we will provide you with a
comprehensive list of necessities. Here is some recommended Equipments List
for trekking in Nepal.
CLOTHING
1. BOOTS Lightweight walking boots. If new one is being bought, “walk then in” to
avoid blisters. Also bring spare laces.
2. TRACK SHOES
A pair of track shoes. To wear in the camp at night or when the boot is wet.
3. JACKET
Warm jacket. Fiber fills or down should be adequate. This is especially
necessary during winter from December to February. A rainproof jacket with
hood or a poncho. Get the one that is guaranteed waterproof.
4. SHIRT AND SWEATERS
Woolen shirts and thick sweaters. During winter months, December through
February these items are essential. Thick sweaters can be purchased in
Kathmandu. 1 lightweight long sleeved -shirt is particularly suitable for
avoiding sun burn.
5. TROUSERS
A pair of lightweight/ heavy weight trousers. Jeans are unsuitable to wear on
treks. Cheap loose cotton pants are available in Kathmandu. Heavyweight
trousers are useful higher up in the mountains in the morning and at night.
Windproof/ waterproof trousers are necessary on all treks going above
10.00ft.
6. UNDERWEAR
Thermal underwear. These are excellent to sleep in at night in the winter
months thermal underwear are quite invaluable.
7. TRACKSUIT
A tracksuit useful for wearing in camp and in the tent. 2 pair of loose fitting
long shorts/ skirts.
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8. SLEEPING BAG
As you do not carry it yourself this may be synthetic or down, but it must be 4
season. As most treks pass through a variety of climatic conditions, a long zip
is a good idea. A cotton/fleece liner helps keep your sleeping bag clean.
Good sleeping bags are expensive but can be rented easily in Kathmandu
(Only for treks starting and finishing there)
9. SUN HAT, SUNCREAM/BLOCK & LIP SALVE
Choose a high factor suncream (Factor 20 or stronger) to protect your skin
against the sun at high altitude. A combination sunblock/lip salve is ideal for
facial protection.
10. PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT
You should have your own supply of plasters, aspirin, diarrhea tablets and
also a comprehensive blister kit. (Please do not give medicines to local
people without consulting the trek leader.)
11. HAT/ GLOVE/ SANDLE/ SHOCKS/ UNDERWEAR
a) A woolen hat to wear in the morning and at night. During winter it is an
essential item.
b) A sunhat and ensure it has a wide brim to cover the face and neck.
b) A pair of gloves. Leather with lining and woolen are best. c) 1 pair of
sandals to wear in the cities and in camp.
d) 4 pairs of thin and 4 pair of thick woolen socks.
e) Underwear” normal quantity and swimming costume, hankies.
Equipments and Accessories
a) Duffle bag or kit bag to carry to gear while trekking
b) Daypack: This is a small rucksack to carry personal requirement for the day
e.g. toilet items, camera, film towel, soap, a boot etc.
c) Water bottle.
d) Snow glasses and sunglasses
e) 2-4 large plastic bags to separate clean clothes from dirty ones.
f) 6 -10 smaller plastic bags to dispose garbage.
g) Wallet and /or money belt with compartment for coins.
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h) Toiletries with large and small towels. Toilet paper can buy in Kathmandu
and some villages in the mountains.
i) Small headlamp and/ or torch with spare batteries and bulbs
j) candles and lighter to burn toilet paper.
k) Snow gaiters essential during wither and all treks going over at other times.
l) An umbrella (optional), which is quite useful to as a sunshade and useful
when it rains.
m) Reading materials, camera and film, game items (optional), note book,
rubber band, pen and pencil, envelopes, a diary, a calendar, a pocket knife,
binoculars (optional), a small pillow or headrest (optional). Thermoses
(optional)- an inflatable sleeping mat, trekking map, adequate quantities of
passport photograph
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