About This Tour
This Spiritual tour around Gangtey Monastery & Phobjikha Valley is a peaceful 6 day trip visiting some of the most spiritual and naturally beautiful places in Bhutan. This excursion is for travellers who want to unwind, admire Buddhism and the stunning beauty of the mountains, search for ancient monasteries, sacred temples, traditional villages and much much more. Explore the great Gangtey Monastery, enjoy the peacefulness of Bhutan's rural areas and enjoy the Himalayan scenery en route. A well organised tour which is a seamless blend of spiritual exploration, cultural discovery and nature, a truly memorable Bhutan holiday.
Trip Highlights
- Take a tour to the holy (gan) Gandtay Monastery in the Phrochis Valley.
- Experience the serene ‘Black-necked Crane' valley of Phjobjikha.
- Can be enjoyed at Dochula Pass with views to the Himalaya.
- Enjoy Bhutan's Buddhist monasteries and dzongs.
- Visit the traditional Bhutanese villages and their culture.
- Visit Buddha Dordenma and Memorable Chorten in Thimphu.
- Take a leisurely stroll through nature, experiencing forests and mountain views.
- Take home a taste of Bhutan's culture and hospitality with local Bhutanese cuisine.
Included/Exclude
Included
- Hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Sightseeing and transfers
- Excellent driver to guide you around in English.
- All taxes such as tolls, parking and government taxes
Exclude
- International airfare
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners
- Monument entrance fees
- The charges for using a camera or video are:Camera/Video fees are:
- Unavoidable cost due to weather and/or delay in flight or other conditions to which the aircraft or crew has been exposed.
Tour Itinerary
Discover a carefully curated journey that covers the must-see highlights and hidden gems of India. Our itinerary is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you an authentic cultural experience while ensuring a smooth and comfortable travel schedule.
From bustling cities to serene landscapes, each day has been thoughtfully planned to provide memorable experiences, local interactions, and seamless travel across destinations.
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Day-1 Arrival in Paro and Travel to Thimphu
Our Company will pick you up at Paro International Airport on your arrival, and guide you to Bhutan's capital, Thimphu. The picturesque journey takes one through lovely mountain roads, crystal clear rivers and picturesque Bhutanese villages which make the journey around the country a wonderful introduction to the peaceful landscape of the country.
Arrive in Thimphu, settle in your hotel and unwind from your travel. In the evening stroll through the local markets which offer for sale traditional handicrafts, Bhutanese textiles, souvenirs and local products. The peaceful ambience of the city allows you to enjoy Bhutan's distinctive Culture in a relaxed pace. Overnight accommodation in Thimphu.
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Day-2 Thimphu Sightseeing
In the morning, after having breakfast, tour around Thimphu for a full day to visit the famous cultural and traditional sights and spots of Thimphu. Visiting the national memorial Chorten is an essential thing to do first thing in the morning as locals will come and pray at the monument and take rest and do meditation. Last but not least head to the wonderful Buddha Dordenma Statue, the tallest seated Buddha statue in the world and also provides great panoramic scenery of the Thimphu Valley. Afterwards, spot the exquisite Tashichho Dzong - a beautiful fortress monastery, which is the administrative and religious hub of Bhutan. Visit its beautiful courtyards, temples and visit the traditional Bhutanese architecture. After the morning, head to the Folk Heritage Museum and the local handicraft market and can buy traditional souvenirs and handwoven cloths and crafts from the local people. Overnight in Thimphu.
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Day-3 Head Towards Gangtey from Thimphu
Next, head on a picturesque drive towards Gangtey, passing through the scenic Dochula Pass. The pass is at an altitude of more than 3000 metres, it is well-known for its 108 memorial chortens and magnificent Himalayan views on clear days. Take time to savour the tranquility and take special photos. Breathtakingly beautiful Phobjikha Valley at the end of this journey through picturesque mountain roads, the thick forests of pine trees and charming Bhutanese villages. The valley presents one of the most serene places to visit in Bhutan with rolling hills and open meadows marked by Tiger's Tooth shaped hills in the summer season, and is also the winter home of the endangered black-necked cranes. Visit the majestic Gangtey Monastery (Gangtey Goemba), one of the most important Nyingma Monasteries in Bhutan. Visit its beautiful prayer halls, enjoy traditional Bhutanese architecture and the serene and gentle spiritual vibe around the monastery. Later, take a leisurely walk through the local village and experience the rural life in its midst, admiring the nature in the valley which has been undisturbed. Spending the night in Ganges.
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Day-4 Visit to Phobjikha Valley Exploration
Follow the day in exploring the most scenic Phobikha Valley, a glacial valley in Bhutan with breathtaking sights. The valley is also renowned for its pristine natural beauty, tranquility and high diversity of flora and fauna. Explore a Black-Necked Crane Information Centre to find out more about the black necked cranes who come here every winter from Tibet. The centre offers interesting information on the conservation work carried out to conserve these scarce birds and their habitat. Later, stroll leisurely along the popular Gangtey Nature Trail, which is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Bhutan. You can find easy-tiled trails that go through forest and traditional villages, open grasslands and hills dotted with prayer flags and provide you with wonderful vistas of the valley over the trail. In the afternoon they visit local villages and monasteries nearby for a better understanding of Bhutan traditional life and culture and the Buddhist belief.
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Day-5 Arrival in Paro and Travel to Thimphu
Our Company will pick you up at Paro International Airport on your arrival, and guide you to Bhutan's capital, Thimphu. The picturesque journey takes one through lovely mountain roads, crystal clear rivers and picturesque Bhutanese villages which make the journey around the country a wonderful introduction to the peaceful landscape of the country.
Arrive in Thimphu, settle in your hotel and unwind from your travel. In the evening stroll through the local markets which offer for sale traditional handicrafts, Bhutanese textiles, souvenirs and local products. The peaceful ambience of the city allows you to enjoy Bhutan's distinctive Culture in a relaxed pace. Overnight accommodation in Thimphu.
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Day-6 Gangtey to Paro
Post breakfast set off on the road back home to Paro and enjoy another scenic road journey through Bhutan's scenic mountain roads, forests and peaceful valleys. While on the way stop at Dochula Pass for yet another look at the incredible panoramic view of the Himalayas and then head into Paro.
Check in at the hotel and rest for a while at the hotel. Later take a visit to the historic Paro Rinpung Dzong, one of Bhutan's best fortress monasteries. Dzong is located on the hill top to observe the Paro Valley and features remarkable Bhutanese architecture, excellent Buddhist history and beautiful courtyards. Now head to the National Museum of Bhutan in the old watchtower (Ta Dzong) and enjoy more sightseeing. Exhibits of religious items, traditional costumes, ancient weapons, thangka paintings and cultural mounts of Bhutan's fascinating history are featured in the museum. Have a stroll around the town of Paro in the evening. Visit the local handmade shops, traditional markets and coffee houses; buy souvenirs at local handicraft shops and have a casual experience about life in the valley with the locals of Bhutan. Stay in a hotel until the following morning in Paro.
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Day-7 Departure from Paro
On rising early after breakfast, check out from your hotel and proceed on to the Paro International Airport for onward flight. Look back at your Gangtey Monastery & Phjobbkha Valley Spiritual Tour and you will have memories to treasure of still gliding down the hill to the monastery, the stunning Himalayan views, the tranquil valley of Phobbkha and the long history of Buddhist traditions of Bhutan. The peaceful scenic beauty of Gangtey Monastery, the unspoiled beauty of Phobjikha Valley and the friendliness of Bhutanese people brandish the notes of how more memorable this journey is. Namaskar India Tour has carefully planned the details of this spiritual tour to offer an ultimate combination of relaxation, cultural exploration and nature. The way you are taken care of during your journey from comfortable accommodations to guided sightseeing and seamless transfers, doesn't get any better than this.
