Royal Bhutan Tour ~ 8 Nights/9 Days

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* There is no limit to the number of bookings per year you can book (unless stated otherwise)

* Friends and Family cannot book STV Super Special Rates. They can accompany you but must stay in the same room as you (some hotels permit an extra room for Friends & Family and if so this will be stated on the hotel page, but you must always be included in the booking and be staying at the hotel).

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* Remember STV Super Special Rates are only available for Airline & Travel Industry Employees as an employee benefit and are the lowest rates you will ever find.

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Take a Royal Tour of Bhutan

There’s no better way to see the mountain kingdom than with our Royal Bhutan tour. Get to know the real Bhutan and all of its mysteries on this eight night tour.

Educational Rates for Travel Industry Staff

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Day One

Your adventure begins with your arrival in Paro Valley. Make sure to look out the window on your descent to see the glaciers of the Himalayas from an incredible birds’ eye view. See if you can spot the Paro Dzong Fortress and silvery Pa Chu River from above!

Down on the ground, one of our representatives will meet you at the airport and take you to the capital city, Thimpu, where you’ll enjoy an evening to relax on your own schedule.

Day Two

Day Two is all about Thimpu, Bhutan’s modern capital city. Thimpu blends traditional and modern with its mix of unique landmarks. We’ll start at the National Library to see ancient Bhutanese manuscripts before stopping at the Zorig Chusum Institute, where you can watch traditional Buddhist flags be painted. A trip to the Textile and Folk Heritage Museum will give you a good look at Bhutan’s traditional rural way of life.

Afterward, we’ll visit the National Memorial Chorten, a monument meant to inspire world peace and prosperity. This monument was envisioned by His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, who ruled Bhutan from 1952 – 1972. Since the king died before its completion, it’s also a monument to “the father of modern Bhutan.” We’ll end our day with a visit to Taschicho Dzong, which is home to the office of the king of Bhutan and the Throne Room.

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Day Three

After an early breakfast, we’ll drive through Dochula Pass on our way to Trongsa. This pass is home to over 108 stupas, not to mention is breathtaking views of some of the Himalayas’ highest peaks.

From there we’ll descend to Wangduephodrang valleyand across Pele La Pass, the traditional boundary between East and West marked by a large white chorten. We’ll also stop enroute to visit Chendbji Chorten, a holy structure based on Kathmandu's Swayambhunath Stupa. We’ll alive in Trongsa in the late afternoon, where you’ll check into your hotel before enjoying a free evening.

Day Four

After breakfast, we’ll take a tour of Trongsa Dzong to see its famous watchtower, dedicated to the Buddhist hero King Gesar of Ling. For years, the kings of Bhutan ruled the country from this ancient seat. Next we’ll we’ll take a scenic 3 hour trip to the valley of Bumthang, passing through the impressive scenery at Yuton La Pass. Upon arrival at Bumthang, we’ll check into the lodge for another free evening to spend as you choose.

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Day Five

On day five, we’ll explore the Bumthang region, which includes the Churney, Choekhor, Tang, and Ura Valleys. This diverse valley is home to many prominent Buddhist sites, including Kurje Lhakhang, the site where the saint Padmasambhava is said to have subdued a local demon, leaving an imprint of his body imprint on a rock.

At Tamshing Lhakhan monastery, you’ll be able to see some of the oldest wall paintings in Tibet. We’ll end the day in Jakar Dzong, where you can find special souvenirs at the local handicrafts market.

The Bhutanese pride themselves on a sustainable approach to tourism in line with the philosophy of Gross National Happiness. There is a strict policy to ensure the Kingdom does not get subjected to mass tourism.
It is a legal requirement that Regular tourist visitors must pay a government minimum rate of USD $200 per per person day during January, February, June, July, August and December, and USD $250 per day during March, April, May, September, October, and November...however, this fee is all inclusive of accommodation, food, transport and an official guide throughout the stay. The very special Staff Travel Voyage travel industry staff rate is an exclusive 50% discount for Travel Agent and Tour Operator staff (USD $100/125 per day) and 20% discount for Airline Staff and their companions (USD $140/175). Airline companion rate also applies to companions of travel agent and tour operators). All children 5-12 years pay the Travel Agent 50% reduced rate. Children under 5 are free (pay only for visa entry $40)

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Travel Agents and Tour Operators pay the 50% discounted rate shown at the time of booking. I.D. will be required upon confirmation of booking in order for your entry visa to be issued prior to arrival.
Airline Staff and companions & companions of travel agents/tour operators must pay the rate shown at the time of booking and will receive a 20% cash back refund on arrival Bhutan (This is because it is a legal requirement that non travel agents/tour operators pay upfront in order for their visa to be issued to allow legal entry into Bhutan).

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Day Six

After breakfast, you’ll have some time to explore further into the Bumthang Valley. Then we’ll proceed to Punakha, stropping along the way at Trongsa for lunch at one of the valley’s most famous eateries.

En route to Punakha, we’ll stop to see Wangduephodrang Dzong and its village, a scenic locale nestled between two rivers. After checking in at our hotel in Punakha, you’re free to spend the rest of the evening exploring this town, which was once the capital of Bhutan.

Day Seven

Our morning will be spent visiting Punakha Dzong, a massive structure built at the intersection between two roaring rivers. Bhutan’s first modern king, Ugyen Wangchuck, was crowned at this dzong in 1907, and though it has suffered several natural disasters, its holy Buddha statue still stands untouched.

For a taste of modern Bhutan, we’ll visit the newly-built Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, which is a testament to Bhutan’s deep spiritual side. On our way to Paro, we’ll also stop at Simtokha Dzong, the oldest in Bhutan. Built in 1672, this dzong now houses the Institute for Language and Culture Studies.

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Day Eight

Our last day of sightseeing will focus on Paro Valley. We’ll visit Drukgyel Dzong, the historic site where the Bhutanese defeated and drove back an army of invading Tibetans. This site also provides an unbelievable view of Jomohari Mountain. This mountain, like all in Bhutan, is sacred; its amazing 7314meter high peak said to be the home of the Goddess Jhomo.

We’ll also see the Ta-Dzong National Museum, the former site of the watchtower of Rinpung Dzong. On our return trip to Paro, we’ll stop at Kyichu Lhakhang. Built in the seventh century by Tibetan king Songsten Gompo, this is one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan. Your last night in Paro is yours to enjoy.

Day Nine

Your journey concludes with breakfast at the hotel. Our staff will take you to the airport in time to make your flight.

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