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The
silence of Hidden kingdom...............
ACROSS BHUTAN West to East
Traverse 14 DAY TRIP - TOUR
Visitors to Bhutan are
few enough, but those who have the chance to venture
right across the kingdom to its little known eastern
region are privileges indeed. The tour commences in Paro,
that most picturesque valley in western Bhutan where
time is spent visiting the famed Paro Dzong and the
Tiger's Nest Monastery perched high on cliffs above the
upper reaches of the valley. From here you head north to
Thimphu, the tiny capital of Bhutan and then on along
the one road which heads east. You will pass the great
dzongs of Wangdiphodrang and Tongsa built on steep
cliffs above the villages. The deeply forested terrain
begins to widen out into broad, beautiful valleys as you
head into Bumthang in central Bhutan and on to Mongar,
crossing you highest pass, the Thumshing La (3800m).
Continuing further east
the scenery begins to change from conifer and deciduous
forests to semitropical vegetation as the altitude drops
to around 1800 meters. Finally you reach Tashigang,
Bhutan's second largest town. The fantastic Tashigang
Dzong, which was built in 1680-94, towers over this lush
valley. This fort has proved impregnable, being
surrounded by a river and ravines on three sides and a
high mountain to the north. The people of this region
are renowned for their exquisite textile and
handicrafts. After a couple of days here exploring the
town and soaking up the atmosphere you drive on to
Gauhati (Assam) for the return flight. This remarkable
tour gives you the chance to see a cross section of
Bhutan, with its rich cultures and varied scenery.
ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrive Paro
Day 02: In Paro
Day 03: Commence tour
Day 14: Tour concludes
Day 15: Drive to Gauhati and depart
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