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Trekking Itineraries
Tour Itineraries
Just don't wait long to book a trip.
Tours to see what could be one of the most spectacular total solar eclipses in years are selling out almost as soon as they're
announced.
Eclipses happen on average about every 18 months. But not all are created equal. Some last just a few seconds; others darken the
sky for up to seven minutes. And where they occur makes a huge difference.
Some fall in the oceans while others take place in areas where frequent cloud cover, humidity or haze make for poor viewing.
The 2009 eclipse will occur over relatively easy-to-reach areas(Bhutan fall in the path) where the weather should cooperate. But
what's really getting skygazers excited is the predicted length: more than five minutes of "totality"
Itinerary:
Day 1: July 19, 2009: Arrive Paro International Airport from Bangkok
During the flight, on a clear day, you can see breathtaking views of the Himalaya Mountains, including the sacred Jumolhari and
Jichu Drake peaks in Bhutan. On arrival you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
In the afternoon you can visit the following places:
-- Paro Rinpong Dzong (fortress)
-- National Museum (watch tower)
-- Kyichu Lhakhang (oldest monastery)
-- Drugyal Dzong (victory fortress)
In the evening you can explore Paro town.
Overnight in Paro
Day 2:July 20, 2009: Paro - Thimphu (2-hour drive):
After breakfast hike to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery, which is Bhutan's most famous monastery. It is perched on the edge of a
steep cliff, about 900 meters above Paro Valley. The hike to reach the viewpoint to the monastery makes for a nice half-day excursion.
After lunch, drive to Thimphu. In the evening you can explore Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, and absorb the lifestyle of the people.
Overnight in Thimphu
Day 3: July 21, 2009: Thimphu sightseeing:
After breakfast you will visit the following places:
-- King's Memorial Chorten (Monument)
-- Chang Gangkha Monastery (one of the oldest monastery in the valley)
-- National Zoo (contains national animal takin)
-- National Library (collections of holy scripts)
-- Folk Heritage Museum
-- Textile Museum
-- School of Arts and Crafts (also known as the painting school)
-- National Institute of Traditional Medicine
-- Traditional Paper Factory (made from Daphne plant)
-- Simtokha Dzong (the oldest fortress in the kingdom)
-- Majestic Tashicho Dzong (Thimphu fortress)
Overnight in Thimphu. Hotel Druk
Day 4: July 22, 2009: Thimphu - Punakha (3-hour drive)
After breakfast you will drive to Punakha, with a stop en route for tea at Dochu La (3,100 meters), where on a clear day you can get
spectacular views of the Himalayan Mountains. Here you will witness the solar eclipse. You will have table and chairs to sit and for
refreshment.
After lunch you will visit Punakha Dzong, which is noteworthy both for being one of the most beautiful dzongs in Bhutan. You will also
take a 20-minute walk through the rice fields to Chimi Lakhang, which is a fertility temple. Overnight in Punakha
Day 5:July 23, 2009: Punakha - Thimphu (3 hour drive)
After breakfast you will drive to Thimphu. In the afternoon you will visit the weekend market, where you can stroll through the aisles to
see the variety of food of the country, including basket upon basket of fiery chilies, fresh cheese, and mangoes. In addition, many
stalls contain Bhutanese handicrafts and household items. It's fun to wander the aisles, taking in the bustling atmosphere of the
market. Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 6: July 24, 2009: Thimphu - Paro (morning hike to Tango Monastery)
In the morning you will drive 12km north of Thimphu to hike to Tango (Horse's Head) monastery. It will take about 45 minutes to hike
to the monastery. Tango Monastery is a Buddhist college, and it's the residence of the Desi Tenzin Rabgye, a young boy who is the
reincarnation of the 16th-century monk who built Tango.
In the late afternoon you will drive to Paro. If you wish, you can visit a traditional farmhouse and enjoy a typical Bhutanese dinner.
Overnight in Paro
Day 7: July 25, 2009: Depart Paro for Bangkok
Cost:
1 person US$210/night halt
2 persons US$200/person per night halt
3 people and more US$170/person per night halt
The price includes:
All ground transportation within Bhutan
All meals and evening tea
English speaking guide
Entry fee
Lodging in standard tourist hotels
The price doesn't include:
Airfare
Beverages of any kind
expenses of personal nature
tips to guides and drivers
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