魅影直播

Package Overview

This pleasant short low altitude trek route follows the traditional trail used by people moving between Thimphu & Punakha when there were no motor roads. The trail passes through a beautiful landscape of blue pine, rhododendron and oak forests, sun drenched terraced rice fields and beneath snow capped mountains. Visit remote villages, monasteries, temples and other sacred monuments along the trekking route. It is particularly recommended during the winter season. Other highlights of this tour include the historical sites and diverse landscapes of Bhutan鈥檚 western valleys.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SINCHULA WINTER TREK
Trace the traditional trail used by people moving between Thimphu & Punakha through stunning landscapes. Visit remote villages, monasteries, temples and other sacred monuments along the trekking route as well as throughout the western valleys of Punakha, Thimphu and Paro.

Trek through blue pine, rhododendron and oak forests, and terraced rice fields.
Pass below stunning vistas of snow-capped mountains.
Explore Punakha, the ancient capital of Bhutan.
Traverse trails used by people travelling between Thimphu and Punakha before roads were built.
Discover Bhutan鈥檚 western valleys rich with some of the Himalayas most sacred Buddhist sites.
Experience Bhutan鈥檚 unique culture up-close with farmhouse visits and village excursions.
Hike up to the famous Taktsang Monastery, perched on a cliff 900m above the valley floor.
Marvel at the elaborate and ancient wall paintings and carvings in Dzongs and temples.
Incorporate a Value-Added Option such as a cooking lesson or meditation session with a monk.

BHUTAN TOUR DATES:
All of our Bhutan tours are private, tailor-made journeys for independent travel on dates of your choosing. We can easily customise your Bhutan tour to spend more in the places doing the activities that you are interested in. Please click on the 鈥楾ailor-Design This Tour鈥� tab above to begin customising this tour to your requirements. This tour can be experienced all year around.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : ARRIVE PARO, PARO 鈥� THIMPHU

  The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular mountain flights in the world, with a constantly changing panorama of some of the highest mountains on earth. Our Bhutan Expert Travels representative will meet you at Paro airport. After lunch enjoy afte arnoon sightseeing around Paro, including a visit to the National Museum, Ta Dzong. This museum houses many religious relics, works of art and handicrafts offering a great orientation into Bhutan鈥檚 historical, cultural, and religious past. Next, visit the Rimpong Dzong to see the painting of the great saint Milarepa, considered as the master of meditation by the Bhutanese and believed to have attained enlightenment in a lifetime. Dzong鈥檚 are large monasteries and district administrative centres, which were once strategic forts. Afterwards, transfer for Thimphu for overnight (1.5 hours).

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 2 : THIMPHU

  Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Thimphu beginning with a visit to the National Memorial Chorten depicting the Buddhist faith in the form of paintings and statues. This temple was first initiated by the Third King as a protection from the negative elements of modernization. The Royal Queen Mother completed it as a memorial stupa for the Third King who passed away in the year 1972. You will also visit the 12th century Changangkha Temple and Drubthob monastery housing the Zilukha Nunnery. If there is time, you may visit the nursing pen for the Takin, the national animal of Bhutan, and Tashichhodzong. Overnight at your hotel in Thimphu.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 3 : THIMPHU

  Continue sightseeing in Thimphu. Visit the School for Arts and Crafts where students are taught the 13 types of Bhutanese art. Other sites to visit include: The National Library housing the collection of Bhutanese scriptures dating back to the 8th century, the Traditional Paper Factory displaying the Bhutanese paper making process, the post office to view some of Bhutan鈥檚 famous stamps, and a fascinating replica of a medieval farmhouse at the Folk Heritage Museum. Other options include a hike to Tango Monastery (45 mins), one of the most ancient monasteries in the Thimphu region or a hike to Phajoding Monastery providing a splendid view of Thimphu valley. Overnight at your hotel in Thimphu.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 4 : THIMPHU 鈥� SINCHULA (4-5 hrs trek)

  Drive towards Dechhencholing to Kabjesha to start the trek. The trek begins with a 4-5 hrs climb to Sinchula pass through blue pine, oak and rhododendron forests. Night halt in camp at Sinchula at an altitude of 3380m.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 5 : SINCHULA 鈥� DUPSINGPANG (5-6 hrs trek)

  On a clear day, views of Phajoding Monastery and some of the Himalayan peaks can be seen. The first part of the trek is rather slow due to difficult trail conditions. After an hour鈥檚 walk, the village of Thinley Gang, Talo Monastery and the highway to Thimphu can be seen. The trail leads on for 4-5 hours walk through mixed forests to the camp at 2440m.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 6 : DUPSHINGPANG 鈥� CHORTEN NEBU (7-8 hrs trek)

  The third day of the trek starts with 4 hours descent through dense forests. A small stream has to be crossed twice. Then continue for another 3-4 hours through villages and rice fields to the village of Chorten Nebu, an old temple. Over night at camp at an altitude of 1810m.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 7 : CHORTEN NINGPO 鈥� PUNAKHA

  The trek will be through several villages till you reach to the vehicle. Then you will drive to Punakha, which is the ancient capital of Bhutan. In Punakha we will visit Sangchen Dorji Lhendrupchling Nunnery which is located above Khuruthang town. Overnight at hotel in Punakha.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 8 : PUNAKHA 鈥� PARO

  This morning visit Punakha Dzong, built in 1637 by the Shabdrung, the 鈥楿nifier of Bhutan鈥� as predicted by the great Guru Rimpoche (Padmasambhava). It is situated at the confluence of the Mo Chu and Pho Chu Rivers and is the winter headquarters of the Je Khenpo and hundreds of monks who move en masse from Thimphu to this warmer location. The three story main temple of the Punakha Dzong is a breathtaking example of traditional architecture with four intricately embossed entrance pillars crafted from cypress and decorated in gold and silver.
  
  Afterwards proceed to Paro. On arrival in Paro, check into the hotel.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 9 : PARO

  After breakfast hike to Taktsang Monastery. The trail is broad and the walk of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours uphill takes you high above the Paro valley. The view of Taktsang Monastery built on a sheer cliff face 900 metres above the valley floor is a spectacular sight. The Monastery is also an important pilgrim site for the Buddhists. According to legend, great Guru Rimpoche and his consort meditated in a cave here for three months when he brought the teachings of the Buddhist Dharma to Bhutan in the 8th Century. After meditation, they manifested themselves in the forms of Guru Dorji Drolo and a tigress to subdue demons in the valley below. Nearby there is a teahouse where you can stop for refreshments before returning to Paro for lunch.
  
  In the afternoon drive to the almost fully reconstructed Drukgyel Dzong. The original monument (destroyed by fire in 1951) was built by Shabdrung to commemorate his victory against invading Tibetans in 1644. In fine weather the towering peak of the sacred Mount Jomolhari (7314m) appears as a stunning backdrop. On the return drive to Paro, visit other sights in Paro valley. Overnight at your hotel in Paro.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 10 : DEPART PARO

  Breakfast in the hotel, then drive to the airport for flight to your onward destination.
  Tashi Delek!

  • Themes Trekking

Inclusions

• Bhutan Tourist Tariff Royalty & Visa fees.
• All private excursions and transfers in superior air-conditioned vehicle.
• Local English speaking guide/tour leader.
• Experienced driver.
• Accommodation in carefully selected, highest standard government approved hotels & guesthouses.
• All meals in Bhutan.
• All entrance fees and permits.

Exclusions

• All personal expenses such as bars, beverages, laundry, telephone and tips.
• Medical / Travel Insurance.

Package Start From

• Paro, Bhutan, Asia

VALUE-ADDED OPTIONS

• In addition to offering independent, flexible tour options, Bhutan Travel Bureau can also arrange a variety of 鈥渁dd on鈥� options to provide a more in-depth experience of Bhutan. These include:
• Cooking lessons
• A farmhouse stay
• 鈥淎ra鈥� (rice liquor) brewing lessons
• Monastery experience
• Evening dinner & culture show
• Alternatively, you can awaken your senses with a range of wellbeing and spa retreats offering yoga, pilates, meditation, healing bodywork, hot stone baths and massage.

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• G-01 Changangkha - 11001
• XXXXXX9392 View Contact
• XXXXXXXXXX@gmail.com View Mail ID

Intested in This Tour?

• Requests are send directly to the tour operator
• We recommend to reqest quotes from 3 operators (Learn why)