Eastern Bhutan Tour

Simrik Real Nepal is greeted warmly by a Bhutanese agent upon their arrival at Paro Airport in Bhutan. Because of its high elevation and surrounding topography, Paro Airport, which offers stunning views of the Himalayan highlands, is regarded as one of the most difficult airports for pilots. This unique reception emphasizes the value of hospitality in Bhutanese culture, where visitors are frequently welcomed with rituals and kind words.

Sightseeing tour in Thimphu by Land-ranspotration. Bhutanese Tour-Guide leads the group. A full-day sightseeing tour in Thimphu. Thimphu Sightseeing's main attractions include the Simtokha Dzong, Folk Heritage Museum, Changlimithang Archery Ground, Bhutan Postal Museum, Buddha Points, National Memorial Chorten, Motithang Takin Preserve, National Library of Bhutan, Simply Bhutan, National Institute for Zoring Chusum, Trashi Chho Dzong, and Changangkha Lhakhang.

Bhutan's Punakha is a lovely neighborhood. Punakha is located where the Dzong, Pho, and Mochu rivers converge. Punakha attracts tourists because of its religious events. Punakha's principal features include the summit Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten and the Chimi Lhakhang.

The road to Phobjikha travels via the historic Wangdue town before entering Gangtey through the Black Mountain region. Before entering Phobjikha, the route also goes through some of the most breathtaking forests, waterfalls, hills, rivers, and towns. It also travels across Pelela Pass. With HBT, take in the most breathtaking and daring drive of the day. Gangtey Gompa: Gangtey Tulku, the reincarnation of Pema Lingpa, leads the temple established on a hilltop. Gangtey's annual celebration is held each year in the temple courtyard. This is also the site of the annual black-necked crane festival, which takes place on November 11th, coinciding with His Majesty's Fourth King's Birthday. Gangtey Nature Trail: It is a quick and manageable hike that passes by a number of stunning towns and monasteries. It provides stunning views of the nation's largely mild, wooded slopes.This journey is best done between September and May; wet days are not the greatest times to go. Crane center: The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) is in charge of this location, which features an observation room with powerful telescopes and good visibility for the renowned Black Necked Cranes that visit the area in the winter. It also shows historical information about the area. Farmhouse visit with dinner with locals: An especially enjoyable and unplanned method to get to know the locals and discover Bhutanese culture and lifestyle is through this encounter.

The journey through the newly constructed road is pretty smooth, while certain portions are still being maintained. The drive will take you past abundant natural beauty, stunning landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, breathtaking hills and snowcapped summits, and prominent Buddhist temples.Tshering Wangchuk, son of Yon-Say, and Mahasiddha Zhidag erected Chendebji Chorten, located at 2430m, in the style of Nepal's Bodhanath Temple, to fulfill a prophesy of the second Gangteng Tulku Tenzin Lekpai Dhundrup and conquer evil spirits.Trongsa Dzong, Bhutan's greatest fortification, is located in the country's center. The Dzong is attractively built on a spur overlooking the gorge of the Mangade Chhu River. The Dzong played a critical role in Bhutan's ancient history, safeguarding its sovereignty. The lord of Trongsa Dzong was the most powerful leader to establish the Wangchuk Dynasty in Bhutan.Trongsa Ta Dzong (The Museum):The first governor of Trongsa built the watch tower in 1652. This was intended to monitor and protect the Trongsa Dzong from invading forces. Today, it houses the Royal Heritage Museum. The museum's displays focused on Buddhist art and royal memorabilia.

Enjoy the travel through a diverse region with distinct dialects, clothing, cuisine, and lifestyles.Trongsa Ta Dzong (Museum): The watch tower was constructed in 1652 by the first Governor of Trongsa. This was intended to monitor and protect the Trongsa Dzong from invading forces. Today, it houses the Royal Heritage Museum. The museum's displays focused on Buddhist art and royal memorabilia.The Yotongla Pass divides Trongsa and Bumthang districts. This is one of the highest motorable road passes, at 3460 meters. The pass is usually draped in mist and prayer flags. It is worthwhile to pause for a photo break.Visit the Yatha Wool Weaving Center, which specializes in woolen items manufactured from yak hair, sheep wool, and other animal wool. This is the greatest site to acquire woolen things such as coats, caps, purses, and mufflers.Jakar Dzong, also known as the "Castle of the White Bird," is located 3 kilometers from Chamkhar town and dominates the Chamkhar valley.

Bumthang is the nation's religious core, including some of its oldest Buddhist temples and monasteries.It is noted for its vividly colored characteristic woolen item known as Yathra, as well as its region, which is made up of four valleys. Jampay Lhakhang: One of the oldest temples in the country. This is where the naked dance originated and is still performed every year. Songtsen Gonpo of Tibet is thought to have built the temple in the 7th century. Kurjey Lhakhang: The location where Guru Padmasambhava left his body impression on the rock behind the temple. Visit for its artistic works and stunning structure. Kharchu Dratsang Monastery: It's an incredible experience to observe monks singing chants. The monastery has become an integral part of a larger endeavor to preserve and revitalize Bhutanese culture and heritage. Tamzing Lhakhang: Tamshing Lhakhang, created in 1501 by Pema Lingpa, houses works of great significance to the history of art in this region. This is also one of the valley's oldest temples. Swiss Cheese Farm and Red Panda Brewery: Mr. Fritz Maurer developed the Swiss Farm. The project brought brewing, farming machinery, and fuel-efficient, smokeless wood stoves to the valley, as well as its first tourist hostel in Bumthang. Swiss cheese and Bhutan's only local beer, Red Panda, are produced here.

Burning Lake: The most terrifying lake in the country, said to be a wish-fulfilling lake, must be seen while in Bumthang. Ura Valley: Ura is one of Bhutan's oldest villages, located at an elevation of 3100 meters. You can go around Ura village and stop into a few friendly villager's homes for tea and conversation. The locals here still live a semi-nomadic lifestyle, herding yaks and sheep. Thrumshingla national park: Thrumshingla National Park, located in the heart of the country, covers 768 square kilometers and was officially opened in July 1998. Lingmethang: Lingmethang is a tiny town in east Bhutan. It is located in Mongar District, west of Mongar and near Gyalpozhing. It is one of the hottest spots in Bhutan. Mongar Dzong: Despite being built more recently (1930), it was built in the same manner as all previous dzongs: without blueprints or nails.

Takila Guru Statue: The world's largest statue of Guru Padmasambhava, with a total height of 173 feet, rises imposingly atop the Takila mountain slope, one of the most attractive scenic sites in Lhuntse district, overlooking the entire Tangmachu Valley. An historic monastery (Lhakhang) belongs to the Tangmuchu community and may be found near the Guru Statue. Lhuntse Dzong: This enormous castle, also known as Lhundub Rinchentse, is on a hill overlooking the Kurichu River. Khoma Village: This community is well-known across the country for its trademark woven textile, the Kishuthara. The women are sitting in a row of temporary textile cottages, weaving beautiful shapes and patterns. It will be more cheaper to buy a Kishuthara here than at one of the capital's handcraft shops.

Drametse Monastery:  Drametse Lhakhang, a sixteenth-century monastery straddling a high and narrow mountain ridge on the green slopes of the eastern Himalayas, now houses a community of 80 monks. This Nyingma Buddhist site dates back to before Bhutan was unified into a single monarchy in the seventeenth century. Trashigang Dzong: It was built in 1659 to protect against Tibetan invasions. This massive fortification is ideally located high on a spur overlooking the Dangmechu River. We'll take a little halt at Korila to exchange good wishes and host a prayer banner.

Visit the famous Gomphu Kora: Kora means "Circumambulation," and Gomphu means "Meditation Cave." A cave carved out of a rock face near to a temple erected in honor of this holy location is the source of the name. The circumambulation is the main draw of Gomphu Kora. According to a local song that encourages followers to visit Gomphu Kora, "Go around Gomphu Kora today, for tomorrow may be too late." View the 15th-century iron chain bridge constructed by Dupthop Thongthong Gyelpo.Visit the small settlement of Trashi Yangtse and speak with professionals from Eastern Wood Products

Day excursion to Rangjung Monastery: Rangjung Woesel Choeling Monastery is located in Rangjung, Eastern Bhutan, within the Trashigang district. His Eminence Dungsey Garab Dorje Rinpoche started the monastery in 1989, with only a few monks and nuns. It has a thriving community, which includes monasteries and retreat centers.Radhi Village is noted for its rice fields and skilled weavers. It is often referred to as the 'Rice Bowl of the East' due to its verdant rice fields, which feed the majority of grain to the country's eastern regions.Lunch with residents at the local farm house.

Visit 17th century Paro Dzong:  One of the greatest pieces of Bhutanese architecture is "Fortress on a Heap of Jewels." You can see the enormous buttressed walls that rise over the town from all throughout the valley, especially when you land at Paro Airport. Additionally, the Dzong serves as the Paro district's administrative center. Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal ordered the construction of the Dzong in 1644. Ta Dzong unique national museum: Built in 1649 as a watchtower to guard the undefended Paro Dzong below, it was remodeled in 1968 to become the National Museum. The greatest collections of historical artifacts are currently on display at this museum, making a visit worthwhile. Enjoy outdoor activities wearing Gho/Kira, play archery: An attractive and well-kept activity area connected to a store that sells Buddha statues allows visitors to Bhutan to dress in traditional Bhutanese attire and play archery and darts. The center is free for all HBT visitors and is run and managed by HBT herself. Explore the tiny town: The tiny town of Paro is actually capable of much more; in addition to the numerous small eateries, there are numerous shops selling genuine handicrafts, easily accessible Bhutanese goods, and stores selling groceries and imported clothing.

This scenic section of the kingdom is covered with fertile rice fields and has a gorgeous, crystal-clear river winding through the valley. Paro features more historical landmarks, high-end tourist resorts, and numerous souvenir shops, including the world-renowned Takstang. Taktsang Monastery (Tiger Nest Temple): Bhutan's most famous monument and holy Buddhist destination in the world. Taktsang translates as "The Tiger's Nest". The temple is one of Bhutan's holiest places, perched perilously 900 meters above the valley. Although good trekkers can reach the peak in two hours, the majority of people require the entire day to finish the trip. Kyichu Lhakhang: The Buddhist King Songstsen Gampo of Tibet built the temple, which is regarded as the sacred jewel of Bhutan, to defeat the enormous ogre that swarmed across Tibet and the Himalayas and stopped Buddhism from spreading. The shrine near the left foot of the giant ogre is said to have been constructed by the king. Twelve of Bhutan's 108 temples, including Kichu Lhakhang, are said to have been built in a single night. At first, Kichu Lhakhang was a little temple, but with time, it grew in size and magnificence to take on its current shape. Hot stone bath with dinner at the farmhouse: Bhutanese hot stone baths are particularly special and have many therapeutic benefits. For solitude, a wooden bathtub is typically placed on the ground floor of a quiet hut. One bathtub can be used for soaking by a couple. Savor the wonderful, age-old methods of healing body aches, combining discomfort and many other virtues.

where the only international airport in Bhutan is located. The majority of the region's well-known red rice is grown in the terraced fields of Paro, one of the Kingdom's most productive valleys. Paro is blessed with year-round lovely weather, and Taktsang, the most revered and well-known Buddhist pilgrimage site, is situated there. Visit the temples of Dzongdrakha on foot: Known as Bhutan's "Mini Taktsang," the temple is located on the cliffside in the western part of Paro Valley. Nestled on a rock above Bondey town, the temple is a must-see destination for curious visitors to Paro and provides scenic walks. Chelela Pass at 3988m: At 3988 meters above sea level, the highest motorable road pass connects the districts of Paro and Haa. On clear days, the most revered Mount Jomolhari (7314m) may be seen. Worth visiting while in Bhutan, the pass offers breathtaking treks and is lined with lovely prayer flags. Another option is to arrange a 36–48 km mountain bike trip from Pass to Paro Valley, which is primarily downhill and easy. En-route, hike to Kila Gompa nunnery: About 100 nuns, seven small temples, and a number of residential buildings jut out from the cliffside facing Paro at Kila Nunnery, also known as Chele La Gompa. On a clear day, you can see Mt. Chomolhari and Jichu Drake to the north, as well as Paro and Jele Dzong across on the distant ridge.Even though this magnificent nunnery is remote from the town's bustle, their view most likely never misses anything. It takes around 40 minutes to ascend roughly 300m from the roadside near Chele La.