Buddhist Pilgrimage Tours
Bhutan is the only country in the world that officially practices Mahayana Buddhism or Vajrayana Buddhism. Buddhist Pilgrimage Tours – Bhutan is Buddhist country and people in Bhutan follow centuries old Buddhist teaching. Similar there are many other countries across the world which are very important to Buddhist and their followers.
At Buddhist Pilgrimage Tours, we are covering six countries in one journey. The countries we cover are Thailand, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, India, Nepal and Bhutan. Our programs can be amended based on your interest and duration. We are very excited to offer our exclusive Buddhist Pilgrimage Tours and we hope you will book Asia Buddhist Tour with HeavenlyBhutan.com to avail this amazing cross country tours across six countries.
More than a religion, Buddhism is a way of life in Bhutan. Since time immemorial, Buddhism has shaped local beliefs, culture and identity.
The rugged, mountainous landscape of Bhutan lends itself well to both on-road or off-road mountain biking and the sport is seeing increasing popularity among both visitors and Bhutanese alike. There are a variety of biking routes available ranging from smooth journeys on paved roads to challenging off-road dirt trails that wind through rough terrain. The sport offers a certain intimacy with the environment that is seldom experienced in vehicles. With better roads replacing the old and the increasing number of off-road roads, biking is now becoming a very unique and original way of seeing and interacting with the country, people and the Bhutanese environment.
Itinerary
Day 01
1ARRIVE PARO BY AIR & TRANSFER TO THIMPHU (55 KMS / 1½ HRS DRIVE)
The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular in entire Himalayas. Flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu, the journey offers fascinating views and an exciting descent into the Kingdom. Bhutan’s first gift, as you disembark from the aircraft will be cool, clean fresh mountain air. After immigration formalities and baggage collection, you will be met by our representative, and afterwards drive to Thimphu, the capital town of Bhutan with enroute stop at Chuzom, the confluence of Thimphu and Paro rivers. Three different style of stupas; Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese adorn this confluence.Shortly before reaching Chuzom, you will see on your left TschogangLhakhang, “the temple of the excellent horse”. It is a private temple, built in 15th century, as the result of visitation from Balaha, the excellent horse, a manifestation of Chenrezig, the compassionate Buddha.
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu (Altitude 2400m).
Day 02
2At Thimphu
Day 03
3THIMPHU – GANGTEY (150 KMS / 05 HRS DRIVE)
Day 04
4GANGTEY – PUNAKHA (75 KMS / 03 HRS DRIVE)
Day 05
5PUNAKHA
Day 06
6PUNAKHA – PARO (120 KMS / 4½ HRS DRIVE APPROX)
Day 07
7PARO CITY
Day 08
8DEPART PARO BY AIR
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