Catch a glimpse of tiny Bhutan tucked in the Himalayas between the Tibet Autonomous Region of China and India. From the popular Tiger Nest to the beautiful Punakha Fortress, make your holiday complete by discovering the secret of happiness, meeting the locals and chatting about the lifestyle, staying at least for 6 days in this marvelous Bhutan.
About This Trip
Price: From 2,470 USD / per person
Best time to visit: Autumn and Winter
Experience: Hiking, Culture, Temple
Tour Highlights
- Visit famous Tiger Nest
- Learn more history about Bhutan
- Explore Punakha Fortress
- Experience Bhutan’s happiness
Inclusions
Private car: All transfers mention in the itinerary.
Entrance fees: All admission fees and activity expenses as noted in the itinerary.
English Speaking guide: Professional guide will accompany you along your trip.
Hotel with breakfast: All accommodations are based on double-occupancy and including breakfast.
Exclusions
Gratuities: Tips for guides and drivers are not included.
Personal expenses: Meals, travel insurance or activities not mention in the itinerary.
Airplane Transport: International or domestic flights and excess baggage charge.
The private tour could be fully customizable based on your preference. Please feel free to chat with our travel constants, they are here to support you!
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Destination
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Day 1: Welcome to Bhutan
- Pick up from the airport.
- Head to Thimphu (about 55Minutes drive).
- Stop for a while on the way at the excellent Horse temple.
- Visit the Weekend Market at the Centenary Farmer’s Market, National Memorial Stupa.
- Drop by the Weaving Centre, where you will find some Bhutanese women at play with their looms.
- Drive toward the Giant Buddha Statue, perched on a commanding hill of Kuensel Phodrang that gives the panoramic view of the magnificent Thimphu City.
- Explore one of the biggest Buddha statues ever built in the world and it is built particularly on the present location following the prophecy of one of the great Buddhist Masters, which is intended to strengthen peace and prosperity in Bhutan and spread them gradually to the world around.
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Day 2: Thimphu
- Visit the Indigenous hospital and make a short tour to the mini-museum that can give you some idea about the herbal medicines and indigenous treatment in Bhutan.
- Stop at the National Folk Heritage Museum.
- Drive to the National Takin Zoo and get a glimpse of Bhutan’s national animal.
- Follow the road that leads to the Nunnery and stop to see the view of Tashi Choedzong and the Parliamentary Hall along with the National Golf Course.
- Explore the Traditional paper making factory, the only one existing in Thimphu. Below this factory is the most famous Bhutanese painting gallery where one can witness the live painting exhibition.
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Day 3: Thimphu - Punakha
- Head to Punakha after an early breakfast.
- Visit the Simtokha Dzong on the way, you, the oldest fortress built by the great Zhabdrung somewhere in the 17th Century. Stop at the Dochula Pass that divides Punakha valley from Thimphu valley, which were built in memory of our great victory over the multiple Indian insurgents who intruded out country since the 90s.
- Visit the temple of the divine madman, popularly known as the man with crazy wisdom. He is closely associated with the symbol of Phallus. It is believed that he preached Buddha Dharma in a very simple manner such that even a layman could understand.
- Explore this temple, known as the temple of fertility where people from across the globe visit to receive the blessings from the Devine Mad Man so that they get conceived.
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Day 4: Punakha - Paro
- Make a visit to the Punakha Fortress, sits on a plain that looks like a tusk of a sleeping Elephant. This fortress is deemed as the most beautiful fortresses in the country with spectacular architectures and designs.
- Discover the bridge that joins the fortress with the road that is beautiful and worth observing with silence. The river below the bridge flows softly and is called Female River that is very gentle and good for soft rafting.
- Visit the Botanical Park at Lamperi on your way back to Paro, which has beautiful plants, birds and animal species.
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Day 5: Paro
- Head to the Tiger Nest.
- Hike the Tiger Nest, (about 2 Hours up and 1 hour down), the most visited Temple in the country.
- Visit the National Museum and the Paro Rinpung Dzong.
- Walk down the trail that leads you to the Paro Rinpung Dzong or the Fortress of the Piled up Jewels.
- Experience walking through the oldest cantilever bridge existing in the country. This bridge is known as “No Nails” and it is a typical example of Bhutanese Architecture.
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Day 6: Paro
- Check out from the hotel after breakfast.
- Transfer to the Paro airport.
Tour Location
Terma Linca Resort & Spa (Thimphu)
Terma Linca is like the refreshing dose of comfort while you are travelling or looking for a place to relax. It offers the place of zen and peace to transport you to stress-free and tranquil heaven-like experience.- Fitness center and hot stone bath
- Experience in Bhutan’s national sport, Archery
- 24-hour front desk
- Paro Airport 13.5 miles
RKPO, Green Resort (Punakha)
RKPO Green Resort sits in the heart of the verdant and lush Punakha Valley. Flanked by thick pine forests, it overlooks the Punakha valley and hundreds of paddy fields that stair-step down to the valley floor. It is surrounded by plentiful walking and trekking trails.
- Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
- 24-hour front desk
- Paro Airport 30.8 miles
Naksel Boutique Hotel & Spa
Naksel, a community-based project that is eco friendly and Energy Saver efficient, blends the heritage of traditional Bhutanese architecture and the comfort of modern amenities. Main construction materials for Naksel are indigenous and locally purchased. Traditional windows, mud-bricks, framework and even furniture were locally crafted here in Ngoba Village, connecting Naksel to the surrounding forest.
- Spa and wellness center, a sauna and garden
- Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout
- Paro Airport 3.5 miles
Terms & Conditions
- Should you cancel at outside 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, the cost of tour package is refundable.
- Should you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
- Should you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
- Should you cancel after the trip has started, we are unable to refund any amount for cancelled services due to late arrival, early departure, missed days during the tours and non-participation.
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