Trip Facts
Overview
Charm of Central Bhutan
Central Bhutan is an exciting destination. Plan Holidays offers the Charm of Central Bhutan Tour for those travelers who wish to explore its beauty an array of excitement. The most ancient historical sites& places of religious importance are found in this area. Visit Kurje Lhakhang (1652), Guru Rimpoche meditated in this Temple, Tamshing Lhakhang (1501), most religious treasures, Mebar Tsho A sacred Lake, The watch Tower of Trongsa Museum. The highlight of this trip is Bumthang- the wide Central Valley, which is the ancestral home of Buddhism in Bhutan and is a place of pilgrimage for Bhutanese people.
Central Bhutan covers Bumthang and Trongsa in the North and Zhemgang, Sarpang, and Gelephu in the South. Its many important monasteries and temples contain a wealth of valuable religious artifacts. The visit of Punakha Dzong at Punakha, Wangdiphordang is the central district of Trongsa, is one of them, historically and ecologically extremely important and fragile Dzongkhag in the Kingdom , it is the ancestral home of Bhutan’s royal family and Gangtey Gompa at Phubjika are all worthy of the visit. Of course, Thimpu-the capital of Bhutan and Paro valley will fascinate you with their cultural heritage and natural beauty.
You will be able to explore an array of ancient fortresses (dzongs), monasteries and temples, including the dramatic Tigers Nest or Taktshang monastery in Paro. Paro and the capital, Thimphu, are home to an impressive number of fascinating museums and other places of interest, such as the Institute of Traditional Medicine in the west. Trongsa is the capital of Trongsa District, Trongsa means new village Dzongkha. It is a picturesque village. In this region, the landscape is separated by lovely forested scenes, which are considered to be the cultural heartland of this wonderful country and look like beautiful watercolor paintings that have come alive. This 8 days central Bhutan tour will give a lifelong memory.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01 : Fly Kathmandu – Paro Drive to Thimphu (LD)
Day 02 : Thimphu Sightseeing (BLD)
Day 03 : Thimphu – Trongsa (BLD)
Day 04 : Trongsa Sightseeing and Drive to Bumthang (BLD)
Day 05 :Drive to Punakha (BLD)
Day 06 : Punakha Sightseeing and Evening Drive to Paro (BLD)
Day 07 : Paro Tigers Nest hike and Sightseeing (BLD)
Day 08 : Departure (B)
Cost
- 1 Nights superior hotels in Kathmandu on bed & breakfast.
- Standard Room at A Grade hotels/resorts/guest houses/lodges (twin share basis)
- All meals (incl. evening tea/snacks) in Bhutan
- All Hotel Tax & Service Charges
- Visa Processing
- All inland travel permits
- Govt Royalty & Taxes
- Transportation & Transfers
- Local Sightseeing with entrance fees where applicable
- Services of an English speaking local guide
- Complimentary bottled water in car
- Bhutan Visa fee
- Druk Air flights ( Kathmandu-Paro-Kathmandu )
- Travel and medical insurance coverage
- Table drink/beverage
- Communication charges, laundry, tips
- Other expenses of personal nature
Reviews
Simply put “WOW”.
Simply put “WOW”. I have never met more responsible people in my life. They made sure every step of the way was taken care of from the drivers, tour guides, trek guides, porters and hotel accommodations. I highly recommend this company for its hard working, responsible and friendly people. The people make a company. Special thanks to: Anuja “the planner”, Chitiz & Ashmir “the ultimate trekking guides” and finally Robin “the enthusiastic jungle bird watcher”.
Nick Devincenzo
San Diego, CaliforniaPlan Holidays did a fantastic job on our whole trip!
Plan Holidays did a fantastic job on our whole trip! We did the trip that included time in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan National Park and a 5-day trek around Annapurna. From the moment we stepped off the plane, we had guides showing us around and everything was perfectly planned for us. Maila, our trekking guide was amazing and had so much knowledge! It was a great trip!
Autumn Wonderlich
Boston, MassachusettsIncredibly well organized
This company was amazing. Incredibly well organized. I felt safe and spoiled. Our airport transports were always early and waiting for us. All of our reservations for our accommodations and busses were perfect. The temple tour we took was super fun and educational. Some of our luggage got stuck in our layover country and between this travel agency and our hotel they were able to get it for us and deliver it the next day. We also had a 10month old traveling with us and they made sure that our accommodation and travel plans were safe for him. During our 5 days of trekking, we had THE BEST guide/sherpa. I would positively let them plan another trip for us. Thank you!!!!
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Karen Graves
CaliforniaA wonderful trip
Thank you so much!!!!
We had a wonderful trip!!! And you were always there to help or guide us as needed! I hope we can have fun together again!!!!!
Janet Spencer
West Jordan, UtahNice trip to Nepal
Nice trip in Nepal organized by Plan Holidays Travel! Guide and Porter were great.
Michael Worcestar
Plan Holidays is the best company
Plan Holidays is the best company with wonderful staff members and Guide was incredible an genuinely cared for our welfare. It was such a pleasure to meet all the friendly and humorous people of Nepal. All of my thanks to Managing Director Mr. Kala Dhar Baral and the professional team members of Plan Holidays.
Samuel idas
Great Job
Plan Holidays did a great job on the organization of this wonderful journey! We all had a great time, it was such a pleasure to meet all the friendly and humorous people of Nepal.
Aleksandra Perr/Peter Babivskiy
I had a wonderful experience
I recently booked a tour with Plan Holidays, and I had a wonderful experience. Anuja scheduled the tour, and it was comforting to have our trip covered without any concerns. Our guide Shiva took us through Kathmandu, and showed all us the highlights of the city and provided us with the cultural and historical background. We also did the Poon Hill Trek with guides Chitiz and Ashmir, who provided a peaceful hike through the Himalayas. On our last two days, we spent time in Chitwan National Park, where our guide, Robin, took us on adventures where we saw crocodiles and rhinos.
The entire package was affordable, and our guides met our every need; they went out of their way for us on many occasions. It was comforting to get off the bus and see our guides waiting for us with our name tags. I would highly encourage anyone to book a trip through this company. I promise that you will have an amazing experience–five stars!
