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This itinerary summarizes a 15-day tour of Bhutan and Thailand beginning in Sydney and ending in Bangkok, with highlights including: - Visiting sites in Bangkok before flying to Paro, Bhutan and traveling to Thimphu and Punakha to see cultural attractions like dzongs, monasteries, and museums. - Taking a domestic flight from Paro to Bumthang and participating in activities like cooking and archery while seeing sacred sites. - Returning to Paro and hiking to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery, with opportunities to visit local homes and museums. - Concluding the trip with a final day in Paro before flying back to Bangkok and Sydney.
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- 1. contact: m.au BHUTAN 2016 Discover Bhutan - Land of the Thunder Dragon TravelMakers 1 DAY 115 Apr (Fri): SYDNEY/BANGKOK Depart Sydney for Bangkok. Overnight stay in Bangkok, Thailand. DAY 216 Apr (Sat): BANGKOK (B) At Leisure in Bangkok. DAY 317 Apr (Sun): BANGKOK/PARO/THIMPHU (B,L,D) Depart from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport and arrive Paro International Airport at 1000 hours. On arrival at Paro International Airport in Bhutan you will be greeted by the company guide. The drive from Paro to Thimphu is one hour. After lunch, visit the National Textile Museum where exhibitions introduce the major weaving techniques, styles of local dress and textiles made by women and men. After that visit the beautiful National Memorial Chorten (a large stupa built in memory of the Third King of Bhutan). Following that visit the local markets and spend the rest of the evening at leisure walking through the town to do some shopping. DAY 418 Apr (Mon): THIMPHU (B,L,D) Start the day with a visit to one of the largest sitting Buddha statues perched on top of a scenic hill and enjoy a breathtaking view of Thimphu city. Following that take a break to visit the Takin Preserve, which houses the national animal of Bhutan the Takin. Continue on to visit the interesting Folk Heritage Museum, a restored three-storey, rammed-earth and timber building which replicates a traditional farm-house and is furnished as it would have been about a century ago. Have a traditional lunch at the restaurant in the museum. After lunch, take part in a traditional art activity arranged specially for you. You can spend the rest of the evening at leisure either relaxing in the spa in the hotel or take a stroll through Thimphu town. DAY 519 Apr (Tue): THIMPHU/PUNAKHA (B,L,D) Start early for Punakha. After lunch take a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang, a temple dedicated to one of Bhutans most prominent Buddhist saint famous for his unorthodox methods of teaching. DAY 620 Apr (Wed): PUNAKHA (B,L,D) In the morning visit Punakha Dzong, which is one of the oldest and magnificent of all the fortresses in Bhutan. Followed by a walk across a 100m suspension bridge. In the afternoon partake in a traditional dress wearing activity followed by visit to Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery. DAY 721 Apr (Thu): PUNAKHA/PARO (B,L,D) Transfer to Paro. On the way visit the Druk Wangyal Lhakhang temple at Dochula. DAY 822 Apr (Fri): PARO/BUMTHANG (B,L,D) Catch the flight from Paro International Airport to Bumthang. After some rest, take a lovely hike that connects three main temples of Bumthangthe 1200 years old Jambay Lhakhang, the Kurje Lhakhang and the Tamshing Lhakhang. The walk is connected by a suspension bridge that runs over the river. (Note: The domestic flight between Paro and Bumthang is subject to change based on the confirmation of the schedule by Druk Air, which is released at the start of 2016.) DAY 923 Apr (Sat): BUMTHANG (B,L,D) Start the day with a visit to Membar Tsho (Burning Lake) which is one of the most sacred site for Bhutanese. This site alongside a stream where sacred Buddhist teachings were found in the 15th century. Prepare lunch by taking part in a traditional Central Bhutanese cooking activity. After lunch visit the Bumthang Dzong. ITINERARY FOR A TASTE OF BHUTAN TOUR (APRIL 2016)
- 2. PRICES: Twin share $7990 (including flights and tour) Single Supplement POA Terms and Conditions apply* For more information call 02 6223 2780, visit www.travelmakers.com.au or see your travel agent at Shop 78/21 Eastlake Parade, Kingston Foreshore, ACT 2604 TravelMakers 2 DAY 1024 Apr (Sun): BUMTHANG (B,L,D) Take part in a traditional archery activity in the morning. In the late afternoon/evening there will be a cultural show presenting various cultural and mask dances of the country. DAY 1125 Apr (Mon): BUMTHANG/PARO (B,L,D) In the morning fly from Bumthang to Paro. Visit some local sites and stroll through Paro town in the evening. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure or enjoy the facilities at Zhiwaling Hotel. (Note: Guests also have the option to eat their dinner at Zhiwaling Hotel at their own expense.) DAY 1226 Apr (Tue): PARO (B,L,D) Set off this morning on a hike to Bhutans famous site, Taktsang (Tigers Nest) monastery perched on a cliff about 3000 feet off the valley floor. Choose between a 2 遜 hour hike to the Monastery view point or a longer 5 hour and more strenuous hike into the Monastery itself. (For those unable to walk, there will be alternate arrangements to visit some local sites). (Note: The hike to Taktsang will be subject to change (either Day 13 or Day 14) depending on the weather in Paro.) DAY 1327 Apr (Wed): PARO (B,L,D) Visit a traditional Bhutanese house and observe/participate in activities. After lunch, visit the National Museum and other local sites. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure or enjoy the facilities (of the hotel). DAY 1428 Apr (Thu): PARO/BANGKOK (B) Depart Paro International Airport for Bangkok. Overnight at Bangkok. DAY 1529 Apr (Fri): BANGKOK/SYDNEY Arrive at Sydney.