This trip highlights Bhutan briefly visiting Paro,
Thimphu, capital of the Dragon Kingdom, and Punakha/Wangdi
including some of the historical Buddhist monasteries
and scenic sites of Bhutan. The trip will be fully
guided after your panoramic flight arrives at
Paro airport. Our Bhutan representatives will
take care of your accommodation & meals, transfers,
guide and sightseeing etc., during the trip.
Thimpu Lying in a
valley (elevation 2350) Thimpu
is unlike any other capital in
the world. The traditional architecture
of its houses and buldings is
particularly striking. Bhutan, best known to the
world as the last Shangril-la
has a rare combination of harmony
and accord amidst a landscape
of incredible beauty.
Protected by mighty Himalayas
from the rest of the world and
enriched by the essence of Drukpa
Kagyu School of Buddhism, Bhutan
has managed to remain shrouded
deeply in a jealously guarded
isolation. A basic understanding
of Bhutan's Buddhism is essential
to understanding the Bhutanese.
Her rich Himalayan
flora and fauna, dazzling white
peaks and lush valleys provide
Bhutan’s stunning beauty
and aesthetic grandeur.
Bhutan
has gently opened its doors to
the visitors who respect the delicate
sensitivities of this pristine
land and shares the sacred values
of its people.
Bhutanese architectures
in Dzongs, buildings and houses
are very striking
Bhutan is not
an ordinary place and has many
surprises; a visit to the country
is a splendid adventure.
The
southern part of Bhutan is tropical,
and in general the east of Bhutan
is warmer than the west of the country.
The central valley of Punakha, Wangdiphodrang,
Mongar, Tashigang and Lhuntshi enjoy
a semi tropical climate with very
cool winters, while Thimphu, Tongsa
and Bumthang have a temperate climate,
with monsoon rains in the summer
and snow-fall in winter. Winter
in Bhutan is from mid-November until
mid-March, and at this time of year
the climate is dry, with daytime
temperature of 16-19 degree centigrade
(with sunshine and clear skies)
and nighttime temperature falling
below zero. The monsoon usually
arrives mid-June, with the rain
falling mainly in the afternoons
and evenings. At the end of September,
after the last of the big rains,
autumn suddenly arrives, and is
a magnificent season for trekking-lasting
until mid-November........more
Transport
& Visa :
Foreign
travellers must possess a visa for
Bhutan which is granted initially
for 14 days. While the actual visa
is tamped on arrival in Bhutan upon
payment of Us $20, visittors need
to obtain visa clearance from the
Tourism Authority of Bhutan (TAB)
in advance. The visa can be extended
in Thimpu for up to six months.
The operator making your travel
arrangements will handle the official
formalities.
Transport is provided by tour operators
who have their own fleet fo luxury
buses. All major places of interest
are connected by paved roads.