RABSEL NIMA BHUTAN ADVENTURE
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TAMSHING FESTIVAL TOUR
This festival is held at Tamshing Lungrub Chholing Lhakhang (Temple of Good
Message) at central part of Bhutan called Bumthang. This temple was established by
Pema Lingpa (Treasure Discoverer) in 1501. It is the most important Nyingma
Monastery in the Kingdom. The dances here are mostly performed by the monks from
this goemba. It is held at the outside courtyard of the temple.
This festival starts from 23rd September till 25th September 2015.
By coming for this festival, we can see the festivals which are held in one of the most
important Nyingma temple in Bhutan, besides visiting the most historic places and
major dzongs or fortress and sightseeing’s in Bhutan.
Changjiji, Thimphu, Bhutan
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Email: [email protected] | www.rabselnimabhutan.com
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RABSEL NIMA BHUTAN ADVENTURE
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive to Paro International Airport.
On the arrival to Paro International Airport, you will welcome and receive by the Representative of Rabsel
Nima Bhutan Adventure.
Today we will do the following sightseeing:
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Paro Dzong
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Paro National Museum
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The short hike, which starts from above National Museum and ends at Uma Paro. From this hike
we can see the Paro Valley, the International Airport in Bhutan and other adjacent villages so
beautifully.
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Stroll around the Paro town.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Paro, Hotel, Raven’s Nest or similar standard.
Day 02: Paro – Thimphu
Today we will drive to Thimphu but in the morning we will hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest).
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Taktshang Monastery is the most important pilgrimage site in the Buddhism world and it is the one
of the main highlight of Bhutan Tour.
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Lunch at Taktshang Cafteria or at Paro.
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Drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.
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Stroll around the Thimphu town.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Thimphu Hotel, Peaceful Resort or similar standard.
Day 03: Thimphu Halt.
Today we will do Thimphu Sightseeing:
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Mothithang mini zoo, to see the National animal of Bhutan (Takin)
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Nunnery – where the Bhutanese girls and women pursue the religious studies and goals in their
life for the benefit of all the living beings.
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Folk Heritage museum – you will visit to the 19th century Bhutanese house.
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National Memorial Chhorten - which was built in 1974 in memory of our third king, Jigme Dorji
Wangchuk-the father of modern Bhutan.
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Lunch at Resturant.
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Visit Trashichoodzong towards the evening
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Walk around the Thimphu town and visit the Handicraft emporium to buy an authentic souvenir.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Thimphu hotel, Peaceful Resort or similar standard
Changjiji, Thimphu, Bhutan
Mobile: +(975)1788-7230 | Phone: +(975) 234-0879
Email: [email protected] | www.rabselnimabhutan.com
Company License No: 1030537
RABSEL NIMA BHUTAN ADVENTURE
“Your Trusted Travel Agent in Bhutan”
Day 04: Thimphu – Phobjikha.
Today we will be drive to Phobjikha over Dochula pass (3150m) above sea level. The pass is adorned with
108 small stupas. On the clear days, we can see the Eastern Himalayan Mountains, including the highest
mountain of Bhutan so impressively.
Today we will do following sightseeing:
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Lunch will be served at Nobding or we will have pack lunch.
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At Gangtey, we will visit Gangtey Goenpa, the most important temple in Nyingmapa sect.
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Hike-the Gangtey Natural Trail through the pine forest. The hike will take about 1hour 3ominutes.
From this hike we can see the Phobjikha Valley so beautifully.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Phobjikha Hotel, Dewachen or similar Standard.
Day 05: Phobjikha – Bumthang.
After our breakfast, we will drive to Bumthang, which is the heart of religion in Bhutan through Trongsa. We
will do following sightseeing on the way:
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Stop at Chendibji Chorten for picture.
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Visit the ‘Tower of Trongsa’.
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Lunch will be served at the ‘Tower of Trongsa’s’, Café’.
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Stop at Yathra Factory at Chhumey.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Bumthang, Yugarling Resort or similar standard.
Day 06: Bumthang Halt.
Today we will do sightseeing in Bumthang.
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Jambay Lhakhang, the oldest temple in Bhutan.
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Kurjey Lhakhang, the temple where Guru Rinpoche kept his body print there in 8th Century.
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Lunch will be served at hotel.
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Mebar Tsho (Burning Lake)
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Honey Production Center
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Stroll around the Chamkhar town for a while.
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Visit Farm House for Dinner, Dhotsho (Hotstone bath) and overnight stay.
Day 07: Bumthang Halt.
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Today whole day we will enjoy with the Tamshing Phala Choepa Festival.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Bumthang Hotel or Farm House.
Changjiji, Thimphu, Bhutan
Mobile: +(975)1788-7230 | Phone: +(975) 234-0879
Email: [email protected] | www.rabselnimabhutan.com
Company License No: 1030537
RABSEL NIMA BHUTAN ADVENTURE
“Your Trusted Travel Agent in Bhutan”
Day 08: Bumthang – Punakha.
Today we will drive to Punakha. We will visit the following places on the way:
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Trongsa Dzong, the most impressive dzong in Bhutan.
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Lunch will be served at Chendebji Restaurant.
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Continue our journey to Punakha.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Punakha, Hotel VARA or Similar Standard.
Day 09. Punakha – Paro.
Today we will drive to Paro and we will do the following sightseeing.
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Punakha Dzong, the most beautiful dzong in Bhutan.
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Hike to Chhimi Lhakhang, the temple of fertility. We have to walk about 30minutes from the road
end.
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Continue our journey to Paro.
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Evening stroll around.
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Dinner and overnight stay Paro, Raven’s Nest or similar standard.
Day 10. Paro – Paro International Airport.
After our breakfast drive to Paro International Airport for your onward flight. We wish a very safe and
pleasant journey back to your country. We hope to see you again in Bhutan in the future.
END OF THE TOUR
Changjiji, Thimphu, Bhutan
Mobile: +(975)1788-7230 | Phone: +(975) 234-0879
Email: [email protected] | www.rabselnimabhutan.com
Company License No: 1030537