 Travel to Bhutan,
best known to the world today as the last Shangri-La. The few visitors, who
make the rare journey to this extraordinary kingdom, discover that there is no
other destination like Bhutan, land of pure and exotic mysticism. The Bhutanese
people protected this sacred heritage and unique identity for centuries, by
choosing to remain shrouded deep in a jealously guarded isolation. The rich
Himalayan flora and fauna, dazzling white peaks, and lush valleys provide
Bhutan stunning beauty and aesthetic grandeur.
A limited number of people
are now allowed every year for carefully organized Bhutan tours for cultural,
trekking and climbing vacations. Wedged between India and China, Bhutan's
terrain ranges from tropical southern foothills near the sea level to heights
of over 24,000 ft. The travelers encounter the full glory of an ancient land
through its strategic monastic fortresses known as Dzongs, numerous ancient
temples and monasteries which dot the countryside.
Day 1 USA/BANGKOK:
Welcome aboard your flight to Bangkok.
Day 2 BANGKOK:
 Arrive in Bangkok, transfer to transfer to Hotel Amari
Boulevard/Hotel Le Meridien . This evening enjoy balmy Bangkok life and live
dance performance along with a Thai dinner.
DAY 3 BANGKOK:
After breakfast a motorboat
down the Chao Phraya River and the Klongs, observe the farmers in their flat
bottomed boats market their produce, visit the magnificent tom pies along the
waterways. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Grand Palace, famous temples and city
sights.
Day 4 BANGKOK/PARO/THIMPU:
Flight
to Paro, our start of Bhutan tour. As we drive spectacular waterfalls and
mountain peaks rise higher and higher on our way to Thimpu. The modern capital
of Bhutan, built on lands dominated by the 400 yr. old Tashicko Dzong, visit
the Taktsang Monastery. It is also known as Tiger's Nest at 9000ft. At the edge
of a precipice, reached by horse. Hotel Druk/Taktsang.
Day 5
PUNAKHA/THIMPU:
A
winding mountain drive from Thimphu will land you in Punakha, the former
capital of Bhutan, across Dochu La pass (3,050 m) with stunning scenery of the
Himalayan ranges.
Before
reaching Punakha, a stop in Metshina will allow us a 20-minute hike through the
rice fields to Chimi Lakhang, which is a fertility temple, where you may
receive a special blessing if you wish.
Day 6 THIMPU/PARO:
Sightseeing, Thimpu bazaar handicrafts center and the memorial
Chorten, drive to the Simtokha Dzong, 4 centuries old. Drive to Paro will give
us an opportunity to visit the Simtokha Dzong, the oldest in Bhutan. After
lunch visit a hospital of traditional medicine and National Library.
Exquisitely carved & painted windows and roofs are adorned with
dragonheads. Hotel Druk.
Day 7 PARO/KATHMANDU:
After
breakfast transfer to airport for flight to Kathmandu. Hotel Del Annapurna/ Yak
N Yeti. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Patan: city of ancient architecture and
fine arts, renowned for its silver, copper and bronze work.
Day 8 KATHMANDU:
After breakfast a
sightseeing tour of ancient city of Kathmandu includes, the house of Living
Goddess, Temple of Hanuman Dhoka, the Royal Palace and Durbar Marg. Afternoon
free.
Day 9 KATHMANDU:
Today’s sightseeing tour will take you to fascinating city
of Bhaktapur, city of religious devotees built in the shape of a shell. Visit
the Lion Gate, the Picture Gallery and the Palace of Windows.
Day 10-11 KATHMANDU/LHASA/TSEDUNG:
Flight to Lhasa, drive to
Tsedung, check in to Hotel Tsedung. Afternoon sightseeing of Yambu Lhakhang and
Cha Duk Monasteries. We’ll also visit Samye and the valley, the cradle of
Tibetan civilization.
DAY 12 GYANTSE and LAKE YAMDROK:
Drive
to Gyantse with a stop at Lake Yamdrok. In Gyantse visit Khumbum and Phalkor
monasteries. Overnight at Hotel Gyantse.
Day 13 SHIGATSE::
Drive to Shigatse via Shalo.
Sightseeing tour of Tashilumpo monastery and free market of Shigatse. Overnight
stay at Hotel Xigatse.
Day 14-16 LHASA:
Drive
to Lhasa, most holy city of Buddhism and the former home of Dalai Lama.
Transfer to Hotel Himalayan/ Holiday Inn. During our stay in Lhasa we'll visit
Potala Palace, Jokhang, Sera, Drepung Monasteries, plus Bar Khor square and
Ganden Monastery and observe the sky burial ceremony, where corpses are left
out to be devoured by the birds.
Day 17 LHASA/KATHMANDU/BANGKOK:
 Flight to Bangkok via Kathmandu. Transfer to
Hotel Amari/ Mandarin for overnight. Evening free. Time for shopping for gems
and silks.
Day 18 BANGKOK/USA:
Bangkok to New York / Los
Angeles.
Departure Dates:
2008:Apr
17,24 May 8, 22, 29 Jun 5, 19 Jul 10, 24 Aug 7, 21 Sep 4, 18, 25 Oct 9,
23
Tour Cost:
$6786.00 per person twin Sharing
Single supplement
$2692.00
 High Season air surcharge: $499.00 Jun 1- Aug 31, Dec1-31
TOUR COST INCLUDES:
Round trip coach airfare from New York/Los Angeles and
airfare between Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet, hotels with all meals in Bhutan and
breakfast only in Bangkok, Tibet and Nepal, transfers to and from airports to
hotels, baggage handling, sightseeing tours, English speaking guide, cultural
events, all entrance fees for monuments and museums. Services of our tour
managers.
How To Book
Business Class and
First Class Upgrade supplement choices.
For added comfort on
your flight to Bangkok, we are happy to offer upgrade supplement to your tour
cost.From Los Angeles and New York to Bangkok: |
Add-on Airfares with economy coach class
flights
We have add-on fare from your home city to add to above tour
cost. Please call (212) 564-5164 Mon-Fri 9.30AM-6.00 PM. ET, if you have
questions.
You can Add
 Royal
India 5 Days Golden Triangle
 Our Royal India short tour is especially
designed for business travelers and can also be arranged as an extension of any
other tour in the region, featuring Delhi, Taj Mahal and
Jaipur.
Day 1
DELHI:
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to Hotel Park/Trident
Hilton.
Day 2 DELHI/AGRA:
This morning we'll depart for Agra by motorcar/coach.
Afternoon visit the famous Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort. Hotel jay Pee
Palace/Clark's Hotel.
Day 3 AGRA/FATEHPUR-SIKRI/JAIPUR:
We continue on to Jaipur with a stop in Fatehpur-Sikri, a
huge fort complex that served as capital of India before it was moved to Delhi in 17th.century.
Stay at Clark's Hotel/Mansingh Palace hotel. Afternoon sightseeing at the City
Palace, the Albert Museum and the Observatory.
Day 4 JAIPUR/DELHI:
Today's highlight is an elephant ride to the Amber Fort
followed by exploration of the city and bazaars. Afternoon leave for Delhi.
Arrival and transfer to hotel. The evening free.
Day 5 DELHI:
Departure from Delhi.
Land cost:
$ 1364.00 per person twin sharing
Single supplement $
769.00
Departure Dates:
This tour may be booked as an extension to any tour or as
a stop over package by itself.
LAND COST
INCLUDES:
Airfare from kathmandu, Hotels with daily breakfast,
transfers to and from airports to hotels, all transportation from Delhi to
Jaipur and Agra, baggage handling, sightseeing tours as per itinerary by coach
or chauffeured cars, English speaking guide.
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