Bhutan a small country in the Himalayas between the Tibet Autonomous Region of China and India.
Besides the stunning natural scenery, the enduring image of the country for most visitors is the strong sense of culture and tradition that binds the kingdom and clearly distinguishes it from its larger neighbours. Bhutan is the only Vajrayana Buddhist nation in the world, and the profound teachings of this tradition remain well preserved and exert a strong influence in all aspects of life. Due to its pristine environment and harmonious society, the tiny Kingdom of Bhutan has been called “The Last Shangrila.”
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Day | Itinerary |
Day 1 | Arrive Paro |
Day 2 | Paro-Thimphu and Thimphu Sightseeing |
Day 3 | Thimphu-Punakha/Wangdue |
Day 4 | Wangdue/Punakha -Thimphu |
Day 5 | Thimphu-Haa-Paro |
Day 6 | A Day Hike to Paro Taktsang Goemba (Tiger’s Nest Monastery) |
Day 7 | Departure from Paro |
Visit Ta Dzong, Rinpung Dzong.In the evening stroll through Paro town and you may visit local shops.Overnight at a hotel in Paro.
The full day Thimphu tour includes visiting the :The National Library, The Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School) , The National Folk Heritage Museum , The Textile Museum , Centenary Farmers’ Market ( open from Thusday to Sunday), Takin Preserve, Craft Bazaar , Drive to Kuensel Phodrang and take a short leisure hike to the Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park , Visit Buddha Point .
Drive to Punakha via the Dochula pass. An hour’s drive from Thimphu will take you to this pass (3140 m) where one can have a superb view of the Eastern Himalayas on a clear day with a powerful binocular telescope. Visit the beautiful 108 chortens built on the hill by Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo for the security and well being of His Majesty the King of Bhutan. Also visit Druk Wangyel Temple, which was built to honor His Majesty, the fourth king Jigme Singye Wangchuck.
Travel through upper Punakha valley through the village of Kabjisa and walk through farmhouses to khamsum Yuelley Namgyel temple which was built by the Queen Mother of Bhutan for peace and stability in this ever-changing world.
Travel to Haa valley (the valley of Guardian Spirit) through the stretch of villages of Dogakha, Susuna and Jabana visiting typical Bhutanese farmhouses along the way and you will see farmers working in their farms.
Take a hike to Taktsang Goemba, popularly known as ‘Tiger’s Nest’ Monastery. The hike upto the viewpoint will take about 2 hours and from the viewpoint you will enjoy the spectacular view of the monastery clinging to the side of a high cliff.
Your tour guide will escort you to the Paro airport for your onward destinations.