5 Days: Most Popular Bhutan Tour Package

Day 1: Arrive Paro & Paro-Thimphu (Distance: 54 km, estimated driving time: 1 hr)

Fly into Paro by DrukAir / Bhutan Airline After completing your immigration formalities, you will be received by our representative who will be your tour guide throughout your tour.

Then drive to Thimphu,On arrival at Thimphu check into your hotel and after refreshment visit the following:

• Kuensel Phodrang and visit tallest  buddha statue and enjoy the full view of Thimphu Valley below.
• Craft Bazaar-A one stop place to witness Bhutanese culture and buy Bhutan made art and craft product. The Bazaar in its 80 stalls covers all aspects of the traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan. At this Bazaar craftsmen and artisans from across the country display and sell their handicrafts. And also visit other handicraft stores.
• Institute for Zorig Chusum – Commonly known as Arts & Crafts School or Painting School, the Institute offers a six-year course on the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan. On a visit, one can see students learning the various skills taught at the school.
• Textile Museum – The Royal Textile Museum Bhutan or  Royal Textile Academy is a national textiles museum. It is located very near to Taj Tashi Hotel and Authentic Handicraft shops.  It was established in the year  2001. It has a huge collection of antique textile artifacts. Weaving in Bhutan is the culture and tradition. RTA the aim is to preserve and promote this living art of Bhutan to international and domestic markets.
• National Sport of Bhutan ( Archery ) – One of the best place to witness a game of traditional and modern archery. Which is a national sport of Bhutan? If you want to take some good picture of archery match then this is one of the best places to be. Almost all the time there is a tournament being played

Over night at Thimphu

Day 02: Thimphu-Punakha (Distance: 71 km, estimated driving time: 2 ½ hours)

After breakfast, travel to Punakha through Dochula Pass 3140 m). In the clear spring sky, you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayan Mountain ranges. . Then pass by the beautiful 108 chortens built on the hill by Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck (Queen Mother of Bhutan) for the security and well being of His Majesty, the King of Bhutan.

You will also visit Druk Wangyal Lhakhang (monastery) which was built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck ( the Queen Mother of Bhutan) as a tribute to His Majesty the fourth King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuck and armed forces after His Majesty led a successful operation against Indian militants who had occupied certain areas of Bhutan. The gallery of the Druk Wangyal Lhakhang has beautiful murals depicting some of the important events in the reigns of the Kings of Bhutan.

Then travel onto Punakha. Punakha has been inextricably linked to some of the most momentous events in the Bhutanese history and deserves its reputation as one of the most beautiful and significant regions at the heart of Bhutanese culture. Punakha had served as the capital of Bhutan from 1637 till 1907. The dzong is historically important and stands as the symbol for a unified Bhutan.

On the way, stop for lunch at Metsina village and then visit the Devine Madman’s Monastery-Chhimi Lhakhang, famously known for its fertility shrine, where one can receive a special fertility blessing.

Then visit the Punakha Dzong, located on the island of the Pho – Chu (male river) and the Mochu (female river). The dzong was built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative seat of the region.  At the dzong, you can see the highest standards in woodwork.

Over night at Punakha

Day 3: Punakha-Paro (Distance: 135 km, estimated driving time: 4 hr)

After breakfast travel to paro. On the way visit the following:

Tamchog Lhakhang Bridge – Located on the other side of the river of the Thimphu – Paro highway, one needs to cross an iron chain suspension bridge to get to the Lhakhang.

About 30 minute drive from Paro towards Thimphu city, Tamchog Lhakhang sits across the Paro River. The Lhakhang is approached by an iron chain suspension bridge. The Lhakhang and the bridge were constructed by a 13th century Tibetan saint Thangthong Gyalpo. The Buddhist saint was also a blacksmith and an architect. Of the many iron chain bridges built, there are only few left which are still used. Crossing this old bridge can be a thrilling experience for tourists. Some of the original iron chain links used to build this bridge can be found on display in the National Museum in Paro

Paro Airport Bird eye View – Paro international airport is the only international airport in Bhutan where you can teach Bhutan via air. It’s a small airport with singly runaway and no or very few international traffic. However, it’s considered as one of the dangerous airport for landing and also most beautiful airport in terms of landscape and architecture. Hotel Check in and later visit national museum. National Museum, housed in the Ta Dzong (watchtower). Here an intriguing collection of artifacts provide a wonderful introduction to the rich culture and heritage of the Kingdom.

In the evening stroll through the Paro town and visit local handicraft stores.

Over night at Paro

Day 4:  A Day Hike to Taktsang Ghoempa (Tiger’s Nest Monastery)

Start your day with a thrilling hike to the iconic Taktsang Monastery, or ‘Tiger’s Nest’. The hike to the viewpoint takes around 1 to 1.5 hours, offering breathtaking views of the monastery perched on a cliffside. Stop for a quick refreshment at the Viewpoint Cafeteria before continuing the one-hour ascent to the monastery itself. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche flew here on a tigress in the 8th century, meditating in a cave for three months. Though damaged by fire in 1998, the monastery has been restored to its original splendor.

After exploring, head back down, pausing for lunch at the Viewpoint Cafeteria, then continue downhill to the road. From there, drive 30 minutes to Drukgyel Dzong, a fortress built in 1649 to defend the region. Despite being ruined by fire in 1951, its well-preserved stone walls and foundations still tell the story of Bhutan’s rich history. The reconstruction of the Dzong began in 2016, marking a new chapter in its legacy.

End your adventure with an overnight stay in Paro.

Day 5: Paro Departure

After breakfast we will drive to Paro airport for the departure.

PRICE (SOUTH ASIAN GUESTS ONLY):

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PRICE (Non SOUTH ASIAN GUESTS ONLY):

USD 950 Per Person

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