TwitterDuration : 9 Nights / 10 Days
Destination Covered : Thimphu, Paro, Wangdue Phodrang, Punakha, Bumthang
Tour Activities : Sightseeing
Tour Themes : Hill Stations & Valleys, Religious & Pilgrimage, Culture & Heritage, Honeymoon & Romantic Tours
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Thimphu, Paro and Wangdue Phodrang Tour Overview
Honeymoon trip is once in life time experience meant to celebrate the beginning of an incredible journey of love.For that matter Bhutan is indeed incredibly unique as a honeymoon destination with a peaceful environment and abundant romantic hot spots that are just a perfect combination. Seemingly carved out of a fairytale, nestled on the mighty peaks of the eastern Himalayas, with bounty of natural beauty, Bhutan is the ultimate honeymoon destination for couples seeking an exotic cultural experience and natural beauty.
Chimi lhakhang, a medieval temple of fertility and child birth is perched on a hill of a beautiful Punakha valley. This temple has stood for centuries as a testament for love and romance for both locals and foreigners alike.
We at Lonely Bhutan Tours and Trek makes it possible for our guests to experience everything beautiful Bhutan has got to offer. We wish you a blissful honeymoon in Bhutan.
Trip Facts
Duration: 10 Days
Best season: March - May & Sep - Nov.
Activities: Cultural Sightseeing, festival & Hikings
Tour Type:Honeymoon Tour
Accommodation: Hotels/camping
Max. Elevation:3000m
Travel Route: Paro - Thimphu - Punakha – Gangtey – Trongsa - Bumthang - Paro
Package Highlights
There are many things to do and explore during your honeymoon tour in Bhutan. Some of them are listed below:
Chimi lhakhang – Also called the “Temple of fertility”.
Ancient Buddhist temples, monasteries & dzongs.
Visit to a Bhutanese village and farmhouse.
Most scenic landscapes.
Meet local people.
Witness archery matches.
Panoramic mountain flight.
Witness the colorful festivals.
Thimphu, Paro and Wangdue Phodrang Tour Itinerary
After some relaxation in Paro town visit to Ta dzong (The national museum of Bhutan). This unique building is conch shaped and the wall is 2.5 m thick. Then visit Rinpung dzong built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. It is the finest illustration of Bhutanese architecture and craftsmanship you’ll see. So impressive it is that even scenes of 1995 film, Little Buddha were filmed here.
Later in the afternoon drive to Thimphu. On the way take a short stop to view Tamchog monastery built in the 15th century by Thang Tong Gyalpo.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Lunch at Simply Bhutan where you can enjoy typical Bhutanese dishes, local wine and folk dances.
Afternoon – visit tallest statue of Buddha (169 feet), memorial chorten and craft bazaar.
In the evening, visit Tashichho dzong which houses the throne room and offices of His Majesty the King.
Then free to stroll in the town.
Then hike to Chimi lhakhang, one of the highlights of honeymoon in Bhutan. Of all the religious figures of Bhutan, perhaps no one is as popular as Drukpa Kuenley. Chimi lhakhang popularly called the”temple of fertility” was built in his honor. He is also known as the divine madman for his unorthodox and outrages ways of teaching Buddhism.
Afternoon visit Punakha dzong built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. It is believed that Shabdrung asked ZowoPalep, the architect to sleep at Dzongchu (near the dzong). It was from here that he was taken to paradise in his dream and showed the design of the dzong. In keeping with the tradition, not a single nail was used for the construction of this dzong.
Later walk across the longest suspension bridge in Bhutan (160 m) across Pho chu river. You can enjoy great views of Punakha valley and the dzong below.
Visit Gangtey Gompa monastery built in 1613 by Tenzin LegpaiDhendup. It is considered to be the largest Nyingmapa school in western Bhutan. Later do the Gangtey nature trail hike, a good way to explore the valley. In the evening visit the crane information center.
On the way you will visit Trongsa dzong, the largest fortress in Bhutan built in 1543 by Nagi Wangchuk. The first two kings of Bhutan ruled the country from this ancient seat. The ancient rulers of Bhutan controlled the trade between eastern and western Bhutan from here.
Then visit Ta dzong, an ancient watch tower which is now converted to the royal heritage museum.
Continue your drive to Bumthang crossing Yotong la pass entering Chumi valley and then finally to Chamkhar valley the center of Bumthang.
In the afternoon, drive to the “burning lake”. Then visit Jambaylhakhang built in the year 659 AD by King SrongtsenGampo of Tibet. In winter, a spectacular festival is held here to honor Guru Rinpoche and the highlight in the “naked dance”.
Finally, visit Chakharlhakhang, the palace of Sindhu Raja built in the 8th century. It was on the invitation of Sindhu Raja that Guru Rinpoche came to Bhutan in the 8th century.
Your guide will receive you at the airport and drive to the hotel.
In the afternoon, day tour to the scenic Cheli la pass (3988 m) with great views. The pass boasts of the highest motorable road in Bhutan and divides Paro and Haa valley. You can also hike to the sky burial site and enjoy the view of the mountains including Mt. Jomolhari.
On the way back, visit to Kila Gompa nunnery perched on a cliff at 3500 m. This nunnery houses around 70 – 80 nuns and is a retreat center.
Afternoon – visit to Kichu monastery built in 659 AD by the Tibetan king, SrongtsenGampo. Then visit Drugyal dzong built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.
More Details about Thimphu, Paro and Wangdue Phodrang Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel
- All meals [Breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening tea & coffee].
- Accommodation (twin/double on sharing basis).
- All transportation within the country including airport transfers.
- SDF & government taxes.
- Bhutan visa fee.
- English speaking local guide.
- Sightseeing.
- Bottled water.
Exclusions
- Drukair / Bhutan Airlines fares.
- Entrance fees for museums, monuments and festival.
- Travel insurance premiums.
- Payments for service provided on a personal basis.
- Cost for any services not mentioned in the “Cost Include head”.
- Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, camera charges, incidentals, portage, bellboy charges, tips or any other services.
Payments Terms
- * 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- * Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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