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THIMPHU TSHECHU Tour, 2006 |
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Overview: |
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The Tshechu is a festival honouring Guru Padmasambhava, "one who was born from a lotus flower." This Indian saint contributed enormously to the d  iffusion of Tantric Buddhism in the Himalayan regions of Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan etc. around 800 AD. He is the founder of the Nyingmapa, the "old school" of Lamaism which still has numerous followers. The biography of Guru is highlighted by 12 episodes of the model of the Buddha Shakyamuni’s life. Each episode is commemorated around the year on the 10th day of the month by "the Tschechu". The dates and the duration of the festivals vary from one district to another but they always take place on or around the 10th day of the month according to the Bhutanese calendar. During Tshechus, the dances are performed by monks as well as by laymen. The Tshechu is a religious festival and by attending it, it is believed one gains merits. It is also a yearly social gathering where the people, dressed in all their finery, come together to rejoice. The Thimphu Tshechu for 1999 scheduled TBA. |
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Total Duration Till Departure: 09 Days
Tour-Trek-SightSeeing-Activities: 07 Days |
Tour type: |
Lodge/Hotel |
Duration: |
24days |
Activities: |
sightseeing, rock-climbing (option) |
Best time: |
March-April, September-October |
Departure : |
by arrangement |
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Day to Day Itinerary: |
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Day 1 Arrive Paro International Airport |
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Day 2 Thimphu - Sightseeing |
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Day 3 Thimphu Tshechu: the Tshechu which is held in the courtyard of Tashichho Dzong. |
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Day 4 Attend Tshechu |
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Day 5 Attend Thimphu Tshechu,Take a day excursion to Phajoding which lies on the west of Thimphu at an Alt. |
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Day 6 Thimphu Tshechu: Attend Thimphu Tshechu, Visit the Tibetan settlement in Hontsho or the Indigenous Medicine Hospital in Thimphu. |
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Day 7 Thimphu - Punakha/Wangdiphodrang |
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Day 8 Thimphu - Paro In Paro, visit the following places of interest: |
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Day 9 Paro - International Airport |
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Cost: We will be pleased to quote you a price based on your requirements. Please submit the Quotation Requisition form or Just Mail Us . If you can organise your own party of 15 persons or more, the organiser goes free of charge (excluding international fares and some items normally excluded). |
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Our Cost is as following : |
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Number of person |
3 night 4days |
4 night 5 days |
7 night 8 days |
11 Night 12 Days |
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2
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4& above |
715.00 US$
665.00 US$
635.00 US$
575.00 US$ |
945.00 US$
899.00US$
850.00US$
775.00US$ |
1660.00 US$
1585.00 US$
1499.00 US$
1675.00 US$ |
2860.00 US$
2750.00 US$
2670.00 US$
2395.00 US$ |
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Single room supplement: US$ 35.00 per person per nights above package tours do not includes airfare, sector wise two way airfare will be as follows:
Kathmandu-Paro- Kathmandu US$ 350.00(air fare is subject to change as par airlines without prior notice) Note: rest all terms & conditions will be as per our brochure on Bhutan Above cost includes: Twin sharing room in the best available accommodation mode( hotel or tourist cottage), all meals, overland transportation with in Bhutan( Japanese vehicles),sightseeing as per itinerary with English speaking guide, necessary airport/ hotel/ airport transfers, cultural shows. In trek, accommodation in the best available tents (moss),with all meals, air pillows sheets hot water bottles, dinging tent, Kitchen tent, toilet tent, backed to by our skilful and experience crew |
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Cost do not includes:
Air fare, airport taxes, Bhutanese visa fee(US$ 20.00 payable at airport upon arrival),Nepal re-entry visa fee, drinks at hotels/lodges and expense of personal nature such as laundry, trip insurance, etc. |
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Reservation and Visa :
Booking should reach as at least 3 weeks in advance with all passport details with 25%of tour cost and full payment at least a month period to the begins of the tour for confirmed bookings. This is to avoid last minute hassles specially in the peak season April & October as the infrastructure in Bhutan can handle only a limited number of tourists at a time. Only open conformation, we will process your Bhutan Visa. Note: You can book also now and send us 25%to us.
Cancellation will be a cancellation charge 50% for conformed bookings before 10 days off trip departure. No refund there after even for no shows or delayed arrival or whatsoever reason.
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Tour operation:
all programmes are guaranteed for groups. How ever, they are subject to flight and road conditions. Accommodation best hotel in Paro and Thimpu and in other places guest house lodge modest heated rooms with attached bath. |
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Travel Trips:
October-March: warm clothing, April-September: Light cotton clothing However, a warm sweater and a jacket are always advised.
Photography:16mm film cameras are prohibited in Bhutan also photography in some of the monasteries and Diongs are not allowed. |
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Environment Conscious:
Our Company is environmentally very conscious. All non- biodegradable items are brought back to the township for the disposal at the dumping sites. Our staff respect ecological and cultural heritage of our country. We would appreciate if our guests co-operate us in this aspect |
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Risk and Liability:
Mid Mac Tours & Travel and Expedition will put every effort to make your journey very smooth and pleasant. How ever, all the programmes in Bhutan are conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of Bhutan tourism authority. There for, Mid Mac Tours & Travel or its Bhutanese counterpart shall not be responsive for any changes and alternation in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstances such as landslides, road blocked, flood, snow, unrest, cancellation of flight, daily arrival, sickness or accidents. Any extra cost incurring there of shall be borne by the clients on the sports. It is most advisable all clients to have full insurance against medical and personal accidents cancellation insurance is also highly recommended. |
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Flight details:
Kathmandu-Paro-Kathmandu, Every Monday and Thursday schedule flight by Druk air (Royal Bhutan Airlnes ). |
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