BLACK NACKED CRANE FESTIVAL
Crane Festival in Gangtey is a remarkable cultural and environmental event held annually in Phobjikha Valley one of Bhutan's most beautiful and ecologically significant area.Crane Festival is held every 11th November bringing together locals and visitors around the world to celebrate the majestic black-necked cranes and raise awareness about their conservation.

ITINERARY

1Day 1: PARO -THIMPHU
 Arrive at Paro International Airport  Lunch at Paro town  Drive to Thimphu-1 hour  Stay at your hotel in Thimphu
2Day 2: THIMPHU
 Buddha Point/Kuensel Phodrang  Takin Preserve  Memorial Chorten/Stupa  Visit Centenary Farmers Market  Stay at your hotel in Thimphu
3Day 3: THIMPHU-PUNAKHA
 Drive to Punakha  Dochula Pass-108 Chortens  Continue drive  Chimi Lhakhang/Fertility temple  Punakha Dzong  Stay at your hotel in Punakha
4Day 4: PUNAKHA-GANGTEY
 Hike to Khamsum Yulley  Iron Suspension bridge  Nunnery-Interact with nuns  Drive to Gangtey Valley  Visit a farmhouse- meet and interact with locals  Stay at your hotel in Gangtey
5Day 5: GANGTEY FESTIVAL
 Gangtey Monestary  Watch the festival  Picnic Lunch  Continue with the festival  Stay at your hotel in Gangtey
6Day 6: GANGTEY-PARO
 Gangtey Nature Trail Hike  Crane Observation Center  Drive to Paro -5 hour  Stay at your hotel in Paro
7Day 7: TIGER'S NEST/TAKTSANG MONASTERY
 Hike to Taktsang Monastery/Tiger’s Nest  Traditional hot stone bath  Stay at your hotel in Paro
8Day 8: PARO AIRPORT - DEPARTURE
 Breakfast  Drive to the Paro International Airport
Custimazation of your itinerary
Our itineraries are flexible and can be tailored to your interests and preferences. You can also combine your featival tour with trekking, nature and cultural experiences.
Package Inclusions & Exclusions
Package Inclusion
  • Bhutan Sustanible Development
  • Visa Fee
  • Luxury vehicle with a driver
  • English Speaking Guide throughout the Trip
  • All three Meals
  • Packed Lunches
  • Bottled Mineral Water throughout the tour
  • Accommodation in 3-stars and above Hotels
  • Local SIM Card
    Package Exclusions
  • International Air fare
  • Monumental Fee
  • Alcohol/beverages
  • Any Personal Expense
  • Cost arising out of events beyond our control