Tour Overview
5 Day Glimpse of Bhutan will take you around Thimphu, Punakha and Paro.
Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery
Visit to ancient temples and monastery
Visit to magnificent Fortresses
Explore Bhutan's rich culture, history and natural beauty
Highlights
- You will get visit places like Thimphu, Paro and Punakha, two of most significant towns of Bhutan, and discover cultural and historical treasures.
- Hike to Tiger's nest monastery, the wooden structure built amazingly, stands bravely on a cliff.
- Get to try Bhutanese local cuisine.
Itinerary
Once you arrive at the Paro International Airport, you will be greeted by our English speaking guide and drive to Thimphu, the capital city. It is one-and-a-half-hour drive.
On the way visit Tamchog Lhakhang, which is located on the ridge with a beautiful view. After reaching Thimphu, check-in to hotel. After lunch, visit the National Memorial Chorten where we see elderly people pray and circumambulate the stupa; visit Paper Factory where you will see how Bhutanese traditional handmade paper is made; Crafts Bazaar which you will find authentic Bhutanese made crafts. Later visit Tashichho Dzong (Fortress) known as “fortress of the glorious religion,”. It houses the main secretariat building and the central monk body.
After breakfast, drive to Thimphu visit Kuensel Phodrang where big buddha statue is built and walk into Kuensel Phodrang nature park. From there you get the best view of Thimphu valley with the mountain behind. And visit Motithang Takin Preserve also known as the Mini Zoo where you will see Bhutan’s typical national animal; Folk heritage Museum dedicated to connecting people to the Bhutanese rural past through exhibition.
After lunch drive to Punakha on the way, stop over the Dochu-La pass (3,100 meters), which on a clear day offers an incredible view of Himalayan peaks snowclad mountains from the pass. The beauty of this place is further enhanced by the Druk Wangyel Chorten – 108 stupas.
Later, visit to Chimi Lhakhang, temple of Fertility blessed by Lam Drukpa Kuenley, who is known as the Divine Madman for his eccentric behaviours. He is also considered a symbol of fertility and many childless couples go to his temple for blessing.
Overnight in Punakha.
After breakfast 45 minutes hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel chorten with the picturesque view of the rice terraces along the river. Khamsum Yulley Namgyal stands majestically on a strategic ridge above the Punakha valley. The best view of Punakha is enjoyed from the top of this temple.
And visit Punakha Dzong one of the majestic fortress which is located between Pho Chu (Male River) and Mo Chu (Female River). Punakha was the ancient capital of Bhutan. And visit longest suspension bridge across the Dzong.
After lunch drive back to Paro. Later stroll around the Paro Street with traditional look.
Overnight in Paro.
After a breakfast hike to Taktsang Monastery, the wooded structure stands bravely on a cliff in the upper Paro Valley. The walk is approximately 2 to 2.5 hours one way. It is said that the great Guru Rinpoche flew here on the back of a tigress and set up this monastery when he brought the teachings of the Buddhist Dharma to Bhutan in the 8th Century.
After lunch, visit Paro National Museum. Next, visit the Paro Rinpung Dzong.
Later in the evening visit Farmhouse to experience traditional Bhutan to taste Bhutanese cuisine and dip into Traditional hot stone bath.
In the morning drive to the Airport for flight to your onward destination.
Trip includes
Included
3-star accommodation
Englisg speaking licensed Tour guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Bhutan Travel Insurance
All transportation within the country including airport transfers & sightseeing.
All transportation within the country including airport transfers & sightseeing.
Monument Fees (Dzongs & Temples) and Museum Fees.
Sustainable Development Fee & visa fee
Excluded
Personal Expenses such as Laundry, Tips, etc.
Drinks & beverages
Air Transport/Flight
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