Bhutan Paro Thimphu Punakha Taktsang 5 Days 4 Nights TATBT8545

04:30 a.m. The group meets at the appointed point, Suvarnabhumi Airport, 4th floor, Bhutan Airlines counter (B3), where there will be company officials. Waiting to facilitate Check-in various baggage for you
06:30 a.m. Departure for Paro, Bhutan by Bhutan Airline Flight B3-701 (food and beverages are served on board) (the plane stops to pick up and drop off passengers in Kolkata. India approximately 45 minutes ***no need to get off the plane***)
09:55 a.m. Arrive at Paro Airport, Bhutan. Take you through immigration formalities. Then each person receives their checked baggage.
Depart for the city of Paro, Bhutan, a small country that is a collection of various civilizations in the embrace of the Himalayan mountains. It is a country where Buddhism flourishes amidst the Himalayas. Bhutanese people have Dhamma as their spiritual anchor. People live a simple life without chaos. And the happiness of Bhutanese people can be measured in their hearts. Happiness lies in a mind that has only a smile..and friendliness to people all over the world. Everyone will be able to experience the country that Paro is a city surrounded by mountains at an altitude of 2,280 meters, with the Pachu River flowing through it. The buildings will be in authentic Bhutanese style. Colorful patterned wooden window frames
Noon: Eat lunch at a restaurant (meal 1).
Take you on a short journey. Visit the National Museum This museum is a collection of Mahayana Buddhist, Tantric and Tantric masks, Buddha images, weapons, coins, and various tools. Including showcasing the country's rich natural diversity so that everyone can get to know Bhutan better. Opposite the museum building It is a round white building called Ta Dzong or tower. It was originally used as an enemy observation tower because Built on a high hill Can see the surrounding view of Paro city. Take everyone to see Paro Song or Paro Ring Pu Song, the fortress and royal temple of Paro. Paro Dzong is considered to be the most perfect example of Bhutanese architecture. Everyone will see the white wall that forms a fortress which can clearly be seen as a landmark of Paro city. The dzong was built in 1644 by the noble monk Sabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. The monks are the spiritual leaders and unifiers of Bhutan. Including being the one who sets up the administration system and the country's governance system. It is now a government workplace. It is also the location of the monastic administrative organization for that area. Parosongmi entrance A wooden suspension bridge spans the river. It's another spot where you should take photos to capture impressive images. Take you to Thimphu. The capital of Bhutan since 1961. Travel time takes approximately 1 hour. Take you to see Tachicho Dzong, the great fortress of religion and the royal temple of Thimphu. (Weekdays open after 4:30 p.m. / Saturdays and Sundays open all day) Tasizosong means an auspicious religious fortress. Built in the 12th century by Lord Sabrung Ngawang Namgyel, it is now the workplace of the monarch. The headquarters of various ministries and temples, as well as the summer palace of the Patriarch. And in the nearby area you will also see the palace that is the private residence of King Jigme.
Evening: Have dinner at a restaurant (2nd meal).
Bring everyone to stay at Amodhara Hotel, Thimphu, 3-star level or equivalent.

In the morning, have breakfast at the hotel (3rd meal).
Take you to see the National Memorial Chorten, a monument to King Rama III of Bhutan built in 1974. Many people come to make a pilgrimage and pray and perform various religious ceremonies. Take you to the city of Punakha (Punakha). Punakha was the former capital of Bhutan until 1955 before the capital was moved to Thimphu. The distance is approximately 72 kilometers (approximately 3 hours). On the way, you will see views of terraced rice fields and flowers blooming along the route, very beautiful. Pass by Simto Kasong Fortress, built in the year 2000. 1629 This fort has an important strategic location in Thimphu. It is considered to be the first fortress that Sabdrung Ngawang Namgyal built. The city of Punakha is at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level. This makes Punakha city have a warmer climate than Paro and Thimphu. Take you to visit Dochula Pass to admire the beauty of Drukwang Yellakang Pagoda. Victory Stupas See 108 Stupas, memorials to the extremist forces that seized control of southern Bhutan. Located at an altitude of 3,150 meters above sea level. Ready to immerse yourself in the stunning natural scenery of the western Himalayas. and various mountain peaks lined up Including the highest peak, Kangkapunsum. which has a height of 7,540 meters, then continue on to the city of Punakha
Noon: Eat lunch at a restaurant (meal 4).
Take you to walk up the hill to see Chimilakhang Temple (takes about half an hour to walk), a temple located on the top of a hill in the middle of the valley. Built in 1499 by a very famous lama named Lama Drukpa Kunley at this temple, locals believed that if anyone came and prayed for a child, they would get their wish. Then take you to see Punakha Dzong, the fortress of Punakha city. Built in 1637 by Sabdrung Ngawang Namgyel, it is called the The Palace of Great Happiness is one of the most beautiful fortresses in Bhutan. It is the second built fort in Bhutan. In the past when Punakha was still the capital. The fort has been used as a government office. Currently, it is the winter residence of senior monks. The fort is located at the confluence of the Pho chu and Mo chu rivers. It is also the place where Mr. Sabdrung Ngawang Namgyel died here and his body is now kept inside.
Evening: Have dinner at a restaurant (5th meal).
Bring everyone to stay at Lobesa Hotel, Punakha City, 3-star level or equivalent.

In the morning, have breakfast at the hotel (6th meal).
Take you back to Thimphu. following the original route See the beautiful scenery on both sides of the road and the Himalayan mountains. It will be a good experience to visit Bhutan.
Take everyone to see the Bhutan Post Office. Everyone can take photos and make commemorative stamps. You can also purchase beautiful postage stamps from Bhutan. There are many styles and prices to choose from. Both pictures of natural landscapes Images of temples and fortresses called Dzong, images of animals, and various flower images Bhutan's postage stamps are one of the best things to buy that everyone shouldn't miss.
Noon: Eat lunch at a restaurant (meal 7).
Take you to see the National Zoo of Bhutan. And see the national animal, the takin, which has a special shape that is a mix of a goat and a cow. There is only one place in Bhutan. The United States once negotiated for adoption but was rejected by the government of Bhutan. Takin is a legendary creature in the history of Buddhism. It is believed that Lama Drukpa Kunley created it from the bones of goats and cows that he ate. The pile of bones came back to life and turned into a night tar that looked like a combination of a goat and a cow. Take you to pay homage to the Big Buddha. The highest location in the world and received cooperation from a millionaire from Singapore Donate money to buy land and build a Buddha statue. Given to the government of Bhutan for you to pay your respects and ask for blessings for good fortune. Take you to see the Sangaygang viewpoint, a viewpoint with beautiful views of the Thimphu valley. to capture impressive images Then take everyone to travel to Paro. It takes about 1 hour.
Evening: Have dinner at a restaurant (8th meal).
Bring everyone to stay at Metta Resort Hotel, Paro, 3-star level or equivalent.

In the morning, have breakfast at the hotel (meal 9).
Take you on a journey to Tiger Cave Temple or Taktsang Temple, a sacred temple. It is the place where Guru Padmasambhava came to practice prayer and meditation in a cave on a mountain ridge. Since the 8th century and he is still the one who brought Buddhism to spread to this land. According to the beliefs of the Bhutanese people Said that he had flown on the back of a female tiger. Come to this cliff to do Vipassana meditation. Therefore it was named Tiger's Cave (Tiger Nest) after completing meditation. So he built this religious place. Bhutanese people believe that once in a lifetime must come up for a pilgrimage For prosperity and progress in life, travel to this place. The car can only go up hills. Then everyone can choose 2 types of travel: on foot or horseback only. The tour price does not include the horse riding fee, approximately 30 USD/person (due to the number of horse handlers not being sufficient for the number of tourists. Therefore, it may cause travel hazards. The company therefore recommends that walking up the mountain will be safer. However, if anyone has skills in riding a horse up the mountain or wants an adventure, please notify the company in advance in order to reserve a horse for you. There is no additional charge) up to the temple. The path is hilly and there are steep cliffs about 3,000 meters below. Introduce tourists gradually. Walk up slowly for about 2 hours and you'll reach the stop half way. Take a break to drink tea or coffee. Then continue on for about 1 hour and you'll reach the end of the final dirt road. Then the route will change to 700 steps up and down to Taktsang Temple inside, leading everyone to pay homage to the sacred objects and admire the beauty of nature that has been beautifully created.
Noon: Eat lunch at the restaurant above on the way up to Taktsang (meal number 10).
Lead everyone on foot down from the mountain. (It is not allowed to ride a horse down below due to the great danger to the traveller.) Then continue on to Kishu Lakhang Temple, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan. Dating from the 7th century, this temple is believed to have been built to immobilize the left foot of a giantess whose body covered Tibet and the Himalayas. Then enjoy shopping at Paro Street, buying souvenirs at your leisure.
In the evening, have dinner at a restaurant (in the case of traveling with 10 people, including viewing Local performance of the Bhutanese people) (Meal 11)
Bring everyone to your accommodations at Metta Resort Hotel, Paro, 3-star level or equivalent.

In the morning, have breakfast at the hotel (meal 12).
Take you to Paro airport. To take you on a trip to Bangkok.
10.35 a.m. Fly to Bangkok by Bhutan Airlines flight B3-700 (food and drinks are served on board)
(The plane stopped to pick up passengers in Kolkata. India approximately 45 minutes)
04:05 p.m. Arrive in Bangkok safely and be impressed with the service.