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The Black-Necked Crane Festival Tour is a unique opportunity to experience the cultural celebration dedicated to the endangered black-necked cranes that migrate to Bhutan. Held in the beautiful Phobjikha Valley, this tour also includes visits to cultural sites in Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha.
Included/Excluded
- The Bhutan SDF
- All accommodations
- Meals and mineral water
- A licensed English-speaking guide
- A driver and vehicle
- Air fare
- A visa fee of US$40
- Alcohol
- Gifts/Souvenirs
- Travel insurance and personal bills
- Museums & Monument Fees
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrive in Paro – Transfer to Thimphu
- Arrive at Paro Airport, where you will be welcomed and taken to a restaurant for lunch. After lunch, drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. Check into your hotel and take a short walk around town to get familiar with the area.
Day 2: Explore Thimphu
- Spend the day visiting some of Thimphu’s highlights, including King’s Memorial Chorten, built in honor of Bhutan’s third king, and the School of Arts and Crafts, also known as the painting school. See the National Institute of Traditional Medicine, Buddha Point, and Motithang Takin Preserve, where Bhutan’s national animal, the takin, is found. In the evening, visit Tashi Chhoedzong, a beautiful fortress and religious center.
Day 3: Drive from Thimphu to Punakha
- Take a scenic drive to Punakha, stopping at Dochula Pass (3,150m) for stunning mountain views. At Metshina Village, walk through rice fields to Chimi Lhakhang, a temple known for fertility blessings. After lunch, continue to Punakha and visit Punakha Dzong, one of Bhutan’s most beautiful fortresses.
Day 4: Travel from Punakha to Gangtey/Phobjikha
- Drive to Wangduephodrang, known for bamboo and stone crafts. Then, travel through dense forests to Lawala Pass, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Descend into the stunning Phobjikha Valley, home to Gangtey Goenpa, the only Nyingmapa monastery in western Bhutan of Tibetan Buddhism.
Day 5: Black-Necked Crane Festival
- Attend the Black-Necked Crane Festival, a special celebration honoring the rare cranes that migrate from Tibet. In the afternoon, enjoy a nature walk in Phobjikha Valley and visit the Crane Observation and Education Center to learn more about these magnificent birds, often referred to as "heavenly birds.
Day 6: Return to Paro from Phobjikha.
Day 7: Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Hike up to the famous Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery, perched on a steep cliff at 3,150m. According to legend, Guru Rinpoche flew here on a tigress to meditate. After exploring the monastery, enjoy lunch at the Cafeteria Restaurant, located halfway, before hiking back down to the base.
Day 8: Departure from Paro
Based on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Paro Airport for departure, where your guide will bid you a warm farewell. Thank you for choosing HimmaQuest Tours and Tashi Delek.
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Frequently asked question
Itinerary is always flexible if you are travelling in a smaller group. You have a choice of eating in a different restaurant, however, the menu depends on the chef and usually it is a set menu but not necessarily the same menu every day.
It is in the tourism industry but it is not compulsory. It actually depends on the service rendered to you.
Yes, things that are not included in the tariff are all beverages, telecommunications, tips, laundry, massage and souvenir shopping.
Bhutan is well connected and every town has IDD services. Internet cafes are available almost everywhere. Cell phones can also be used but you need to get Bhutan prepaid SIM Card and recharge it. Recharge vouchers are available at every second shop in town.
You can exchange money in the banks as well as in the hotels were you are staying. Rates will be better in the banks plus US$ is acceptable in almost all of the shops in town.
It cannot be safer anywhere else in the world.
Bhutan is all season tourist destination for cultural tours. However the month of February, March, April, and September, October, November are considered the best time due to pleasant weather conditions. December and January are winter months and June, July and August, the rainy season. It is important to note that the climatic conditions during the winter months are not extreme. The average temperature would range from 10-17 degree Celsius during day time.
The money you have transferred will be with held by the Tourism Council of Bhutan till the day you depart. Travel Agents can only withdraw the money after your departure upon submitting your tour invoice. Therefore, your money is safe.
It is government rule that total tour payment must be remitted without which the government will not issue the visa.
Decide the number of days you want to spend in Bhutan according to your interest and budget.
Decide the date and the port of entry (You can fly into Bhutan from one of these cities; Bangkok, Katmandu, New Delhi, Calcutta and Dacca) into Bhutan.
Fill up the visa application form (You can download the visa application form here).
Remit the total tour payment (You can download the money transfer details here). It is government rule that total tour payment must be remitted without   which the government will not issue the visa.
Once we have confirmed dates, port of entry, dully filled visa application form, and money received, we will process your visa.
Except for travelers from India, Bangladesh and Maldives, all visitors to Bhutan are required to obtain visa approval prior to their arrival, which will be processed by us.
Tourism is not restricted but the minimum daily tariff is set by the government. It is also necessary that all tourists must come through a registered tour operator to plan your itinerary and process your visa. Tourist cannot come on their own unless they are invited guest.
Druk Air operates daily flight (once daily) from Bangkok (Thailand) and four flights a week from New Delhi, Kathmandu and Calcutta (India) and two flights a week from Dacca (Bangladesh). There are different flight schedules for the summer and the winter seasons. For Druk Air schedules click on Flights Details or you can also visit Druk Air web site at www.drukair.com.bt . You can also enter Bhutan via Bagdogra Airport, Siliguri (West Bengal) in India. It has regular flights from New Delhi (twice daily).
Bhutan is connected to the outside world through Druk Air (Royal Bhutan Airlines), the national carrier which is the only airline operating flights in and out of the kingdom.
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