PINE TRAIL HIKE TO TIGER NEST

PINE TRAIL HIKE TO TIGER NEST

Activities:
Nature And Cultural Tour
Duration:
5 Days

Bhutan the purely Buddhist Himalayan Kingdom is unsurpassed in its scenic majesty and vibrant culture. The kingdom shares with Nepal the world’s greatest concentration of Mountains and the living heritage of Buddhism. The fifty minutes flight from Kathmandu to Paro can truly be described as a flight into fantasy. During the flight, a firsthand close-up view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, and many other famous Peaks becomes a reality. Daily flights between these two Countries have made travel easier to the long isolated Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan

The tour cost is inclusive of all airport transfers, conducted sightseeing tours, full board at hotels, and during treks on the twin-bed-sharing-basis. There are direct flights from Delhi and Bangkok and tours can be planned accordingly. Bhutan is one of the few countries in the world still untouched. A paradise for tourists interested in Buddhist culture and philosophy, flora and fauna, trekking, white water rafting, Motor Biking, and Mountain biking.

Itinerary In Detail

  • Day 01: Arrival in Paro (By Flight) – 2,230 m / 7,314 ft.

    The flight offers you beautiful view of mountains and landscapes. On arrival and after visa formalities you will be received by our Representative and transfer to Hotel/Resort. If time permits proceed for sightseeing or Relax as per client’s wish.
    Dinner and overnight at Aman Kora Paro.

  • Day 02:

    Paro Sightseeing and drive to Thimphu (54 Km / 1&1/2 hrs.) – 2,248 m / 7,380 ft.

    After Breakfast, proceed through the beautiful valley to the watch tower or locally known as Ta-Dzong.  It was housed into the National museum in the 1960s by the third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck but due to renovation it’s closed and the museum has been shifted to a temporary place nearby. Precede short downhill walk to Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong) and walk further down through a traditional Cantilever Bridge where your vehicle will be waiting for you. Visit around Paro Town till lunch time and lunch at Kichu Resort. After Lunch visit Dzongdrakha Goemba often called as mini Takstang. Dzongdrakha is a cliff-side temple complex on the western side of the Paro Valley.  Four shrines make up the complex, dedicated to Drolma (Tara), Tsheringma (Goddess of Longevity), Guru Rinpoche and the Buddha of the Future, Maitreya.  Later drive to Thimphu Aman Kora for lunch. After lunch proceed for a sightseeing tour of Tashichhodzong, the beautiful medieval fortress/monastery which houses most of the Government’s office and King’s Throne room. Please note Tashichhodzone is also the summer residence of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot. Later continue to Aman.

    Dinner and overnight at Aman Kora.

  • Day 03: Thimphu Sightseeing and drive to Paro– 2,230 m / 7,314 ft.

    After Breakfast Visit Kuensel Phodrang (Largest statue of Sitting Buddha in the region). Visit the Memorial chorten built in the memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, 15 century Changangkha monastery, Mini Zoo to see the rare ‘Takin’ (National Animal of Bhutan) and the new Drupthob nunnery temple. After lunch, Drive to Paro visiting Oldest Dzong in the country (SimtokhaDzong). Rest of the day is free for leisure.

    Dinner and overnight at Aman Kora.

  • Day 04: Hike to Taktsang Monastery also known as "Tiger's Nest" - 3,200m / 10,500ft. 

    Day hike to Taktshang monastery (Tiger’s Nest). The hike, which is all uphill, takes about 3 to 4 hours through pine forests. The monastery clings to a huge granite cliff 800 meters above the Paro valley. It is believed that the great saint Guru Padmasambhava came in the 07th Century on a flying tigress and mediated there for 3 Months. The demons who were trying to stop the spread of Buddhism were subdued and converted the Paro valley into Buddhism. At the end of the 17th Century, a monastery was built on the spot where the saint meditated .It is an important pilgrimage site for all Buddhist.

    Dinner and overnight at Aman Kora.
     

  • Day 05: Final departure

    Free till final departure transfer to Paro International Airport.

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Whats Include and Exclude

Services Inclued

  • All transfers, sightseeing, and driving as per Itinerary by deluxe private vehicle.
  • Accommodation at Aman Kora Resort as per Itinerary on a single room for 1 pax and on a twin/double room sharing basis if the group size is 2 or above.
  • Bhutan Government Royalty fees.
  • Bhutan Visa fees.
  • All applicable entrance fees.
  • Services of an experienced English Speaking guide.

Services not Inclued

  • International and regional Airfare (Quoted separately)
  • Items of a personal nature such as; bar bills, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, internet & email
    charges as Wifi, extra mileage, personal gratuities as TIPS to guides, drivers, etc.
  • Anything that is not mentioned in the above “cost includes section”.

Note:
We strongly advise all guests including tour leaders to purchase a Comprehensive Travel Insurance policy that covers; Tour and Flight Cancellations and Delays due to weather, technical, or any conditions beyond our control besides illness, accidents, hospitalization, and medical treatment and especially air or surface emergency evacuation including by chartered flights or helicopters.

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Reviews

In my 2 week stay, John was very professional and took me around to experience all that Kathmandu and surrounding areas has to offer. Sites were seen and many locals were met through John’s network.

Steven Stone

Steven Stone

Traveller

In my 2 week stay, John was very professional and took me around to experience all that Kathmandu and surrounding areas has to offer. Sites were seen and many locals were met through John’s network.

Steven Stone

Steven Stone

Traveller
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