The Sacred Takila Tour
Overview
Takila in Lhuentse is famous for a giant statue of Guru Nangsa Zelnen. The statue stands over 154 fts tall and was consecrated in 2015 although the construction work began in 2008. It is undoubtedly one of the most sacred historical and religious places in Lhuentse. Many important festivals of nearby communities take place at Takila. The popular festival of Kurtoe region called “Chha” also takes place here.
Included/Exclude
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Bhutan Royalties, tourists fees, Visa fees and taxes.
- Accommodations in listed or similar hotels (pleasant hotels 3-4 star type) during the tour and in tents during the trek.
- All meals, including evening tea/coffee etc through-out the trip.
- All land transfers, sightseeing with entrance fees.
- Experienced Culture Tour Guide.
- Bottled water in the vehicle and other camp service.
- Flights in and out of Bhutan.
- Travel insurance, Drink, Visa fees, Laundry
Tour Amenities
Accepts Credit Cards
Car Parking
Laundry service
Outdoor Seating
Smoking Allowed
Wireless Internet
Tour Plan
Arrive any time at Paro International Airport (2200 meters above sea level) and transfer to Thimphu. In Thimphu (2300m), if time permits, take an orientation walk in town, do some shopping and get settled.
Accommodations: Hotel Aman (or similar)
Hike to Tango Monastery in the first half of the day. After lunch, visit the majestic Tashichhodzong, Buddha Dodernma Statue, National Memorial Hospital, and Takin Park.
Accommodation: Hotel Aman (or similar).
Travel towards Punakha.
On the way, stop at Dochula pass and visit the 108 Victory Stupas. Then visit Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility temple. Afternoon, visit to the majestic Punakha Dzong, the longest suspension bridge, and Galem’s house.
Accommodation: Six Senses (or similar)
Depart for Bumthang.
En route, visit the re-construction site of Wangduepodrang dzong.Then stop at the Trongsa for lunch.Our highest driving point will be a mountain pass- Pelela at 3140. From Yotongla pass, we gradually take a descent to the floor of Bumthang valley which is often filled by dense fogs.
Overnight stay in Bumthang
Visit Tamzhing Monastery. Then walk to the sacred Kurjey Lhakhang. Resume walking towards Jambay Lhakhang.Ramble through the small Chamkhar town in the evening.
Overnight stay in Bumthang.
Leave Bumthang for Lhuentse.En route, visit the ruins of Druk Zhongkhar Dzong at Lingmithang.
Overnight stay in Lhuentse
Leave for Tangmachu and visit one of the most sacred statues of Guru Rinpoche nestled on a hill overlooking the valley that originates from the feet of Lhuntse Dzong. If time permits, we will visit other tourist sites.
Overnight stay in Takila
Depart for Mongar.Visit the majestic Mongar Dzong. In the evening, go for a walk along the street of Mongar town.
Accommodation: Wangchuk Hotel
Leave Mongar for Trongsa.Have orientation walk in Trongsa town in the evening.
Overnight stay in Trongsa
Before departing for Phobjikha, visit the biggest fortress in Bhutan, the Trongsa Dzong. Then visit Ta Dzong which today is a museum.Travel towards Phobjikha.
Visit Gangtey Monastery and have a short walk along the Nature Trail.
Accommodation: Home-stay
In the morning, visit the Black-necked crane centre at PhobjikhaThen depart for Paro. Have an orientation walk along the Paro town in the evening to buy some gifts and souvenirs.
Depart for your respective country from Paro International Airport
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