Departure from Manila.
Arrival in Bhutan. Upon Landing at Paro International Airport, meet with our representative who will lead the journey throughout your stay in Bhutan. Transfer to Thimphu, the Capital city of Bhutan. Check- in to the hotel.
Explore Thimphu Valley, home to the seat of Bhutan’s Royal Government and Central Monastic Body.
Join yourself with elderly people circumambulating the National Memorial Chorten, one of the most visible religious structures in Thimphu. Visit Tashi Chhoe Dzong, known as the “Fortress of the Glorious Religion”, the fortress houses the throne room and office of his majesty the King of Bhutan.
Enjoy free leisure in Thimphu City.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Thimphu.
DAY 3: THIMPHU (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit more exciting sites in Thimphu today. Cherish the fascinating panoramic view of Thimphu City from Buddha Dordenma, one of the biggest sitting statues of Buddha in the world.
Take a chance to witness the Ancient Methods of Making Bhutanese Traditional Paper at Jungshi Paper Factory. Take a walk by the busiest Centenary Farmer Market, where fresh Bhutanese produce is available. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Admire the unique patterns and exhibits of Bhutanese Local Textiles at the Royal Textile Academy. Enjoy free leisure in Thimphu City.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Thimphu.
DAY 4: THIMPHU - PHOBJIKHA (B/L/D)
Early breakfast at the hotel and drive towards majestic Phobjikha Valley.
Stop at Dochula Pass to capture a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of the Himalayan Mountain Ranges. Descending from Dochula Pass, enjoy a hike to Chimi Lhakhang, a temple dedicated to the “Divine Madman”, adorned with phallic symbols. Lunch at the local restaurant. Drive and wonder through Phobjikha Valley, the winter home of the endangered Black-necked crane, it is one of the most prestigious and breath-taking places in Bhutan.
Transfer to hotel for check-in. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Phobjikha Valley.
DAY 5: PHOBJIKHA (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit the historic Gangtey Goemba at the head of the valley, an important monastery of Nyingmapa School of Buddhism where the main seat of the Pema Lingpa tradition and religious traditions still taught there.
Meander along the Gangtey Nature Trail, crossing streams, rhododendron gardens, and villages.
Lunch at a local restaurant. Observe the interesting facts about Black Necked Crane in the form of videos, brochures, and diagrammatic presentations at the Black Necked Crane Information Centre.
Enjoy free leisure around the valley.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Phobjikha Valley.
DAY 6: PHOBJIKHA - PUNAKHA (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Punakha Valley. Journey to Punakha Valley, into some of Bhutan’s most spectacular scenery, from high mountain passes to tiered fields and along the river banks of Pho Chu and Mo Chu. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Enter the courtyard of Pungthang Dewachen Phodrang – “Palace of Great Happiness” the beautiful fortress is the winter residence of Bhutan’s Central Monastic Body. Walk along the longest Suspension Bridge and cross the Pho Chu River.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Punakha.
DAY 7: PUNAKHA - PARO (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Hike towards Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, sitting majestically on the ridge above Punakha Valley. Lunch at a local restaurant. Drive to beautiful Paro Valley, one of the picturesque regions and the widest valley in the Kingdom, covered with fertile rice fields and a beautiful crystal line river meandering down the valley. Transfer to hotel for check-in. Enjoy free leisure in Paro Town.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Paro.
DAY 8: PARO (B/L/D)
Early breakfast at the hotel and drive to the Tiger’s Nest Base. Hike to the most pilgrimage site in Bhutan, Taktsang Monastery, or Tiger’s Nest, is the most stunning and popular landmark in the Kingdom of Bhutan. Lunch at Taktsang Cafeteria. Enjoy free leisure at Paro Town for some final shopping.
Dinner at a local farm house. Overnight at Paro.
DAY 9: PARO - BANGKOK (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel. Our representative will transfer you to the Paro International Airport and fly towards Bangkok.
Arrival in Bangkok. Transfer to hotel for check-in. Make the most of your leisure moments while immersing yourself in the vibrant and dynamic atmosphere of Bangkok, a city that offers an array of exciting and culturally rich experiences for you to savor during your free time.
DAY 10: BANGKOK (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel. Make the most of your leisure hours while exploring the vibrant and dynamic city of Bangkok. Delight in the myriad of activities and experiences this bustling metropolis has to offer.
DAY 11: BANGKOK - MANILA (B/-/-)
After breakfast, enjoy your free time in Bangkok until your departure to Manila.
Arrival in Manila.
Itinerary is subject to change
• Roundtrip International Airfare
• 4 International Flights
• TG: 7 KG Hand Carry w/ 20 KG Check-in Baggage
• KB: 7 KG Hand Carry w/ 25 KG Check-in Baggage
• 7 Nights in Bhutan & Free 2 Nights in Bangkok
• Fully Loaded Tours
• Full Board Meals
• Private Coach
• English-Speaking Tour Manager
• Filipino Tour Escort
• E-Visa (Bhutan)
• Mandatory Sustainable Development Fee in Bhutan (7
Nights) - USD 100/per night = USD 700
• Airline Taxes - Approx. USD 188
• Travel Insurance - PHP 1,888
(Up to 75 y/o only. If pax is 76 y/o and above, for quotation for Premium Insurance.)
• Tipping - USD 10/pax/day