The Dragon Kingdom

Bhutan often revered as the 'Land of the Peaceful Dragon' is still regarded as one of the last 'Shangrilas' in the Himalayan region because of its remoteness, it's spectacular mountain terrain, Varied flora and fauna its unique ancient Buddhist monasteries. It is in the relatively unexplored pockets of Asia which allows only limited number of discerning travelers to enter the country in order to protect its fragile environment and culture.

Bhutan a 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 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 first hand close up view of Mt. Everest , Mt. Kanchenjunga and other famous peaks become reality. Biweekly flights between these two kingdoms have made easier travel to the long isolated Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan.

RELIGION

Drukpa Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism is the state religion but the Nyingma School is also well represented in the central and eastern districts.

CLIMATE

The monsoons start in mid June and lasts until the end of September. The climate within the mountains varies greatly according to precipitation and wind conditions. In the Duras plain and up to 1500m. the climate is sub-tropical with high humidity and heavy rainfall. The climate of mid-mountain belt varies, such that low-lying parts of Punakha, Mongar, Tashigangs and Lhuntse have cool winter and hot summers, whereas the higher valleys of Ha, Paro, Thimpu, Tongsa and Bumthang ranging from 2,500 - 4,500m. endure a temperate climate with cold snowy winters and somewhat cooler summers.

Culture Tour Programmes

Bhutan is a remote independent kingdom in the eastern Himalaya and the last bastion of the Tibetan Buddhist culture and religion in its purest form. Despite opening up to tourism in the late '70's it has managed to minimize the effect of outside influences and the country is virtually untouched, in terms of the environment, religion, architecture and lifestyle. Bhutan has the youngest reigning monarch in the world, King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, who guards Bhutan 's culture and national identity fiercely.

It is a remarkable country Sherpa Brothers Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd. offers the opportunity to see not only Bhutan 's exquisite Himalayan scenery but to experience its rich and ancient traditions in Thimphu , the capital and Paro, its second largest town. Few people have the privilege of experiencing Bhutan and in the light of the fragility of such a small nation and traditional culture in this age of superpowers this slice of an old world may, in the future, be denied us.

BOOKING PROCEDURE:

Tour:

For bookings during the months of March/April/May and September/October/November full passport particulars of all participants should be provided minimum 60 days in advance for us to hold all services on confirmed basis.

Visa Formalities:

Visa is required for traveling to Bhutan and it is processed & arranged by Sherpa Brothers Treks & Expeditions Pvt. No foreign mission grants Bhutan tourist Visa.

Tour Itineary

ENTER THE DRAGON

DURATION- 03 nights/ 04 days

Day 01 : Arrive by Druk Air A319, the only national carrier. The flight offers you beautiful view of mountains and landscapes. On arrival and after visa formalities you will be received by ITT members and transfer to Kichu Resort. If time permits s/seeing. Evening stroll around the market.

Day 02 : Paro Sightseeing - visit the ruined fortress of Drugyel dzong which still attracts visitors due to the strategic location of the fort. The fort defended the Paro valley from the Tibetan invasion from the north in the early 17th century. On clear weather Mount Chomolhari 7320 meters can be seen towering over the dzong. 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. The seven floors museum highlights various aspects of Bhutanese culture and history dating back to the 7th century. A short walk downhill to the Rinpung Dzong which serves as the administrative center and school for monks. Late after noon drive 2 hours to Thimphu (65 Km) which is the capital of Bhutan . Evening free time. Overnight at Hotel River view or similar.

Day 03 : AM Thimphu sightseeing - visit the Memorial chorten built in the memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, 15 century Changangkha monastery and the new Drupthob nunnery now houses the Buddhist university. Arrive Paro. Evening at leisure. Overnight at Kichu Resort.temple. PM drive back to Paro via visiting the first building built in Bhutan the Simtokha Dzong. . It now serves as a Buddhist university. Overnight Kichu Resort

Day 04 : Transfer to airport for departure.


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