Take this 7-day tour and experience the best of Bhutan in just a week. You will have the time of your life in this exceptionally beautiful kingdom. This eco-friendly nation has a rich wildlife and a majority of its land covered by lush forests. The impressive Himalayan ranges add to the beauty of the country and provide for great trekking and adventure trails. Bhutan's magnificent ancient temples, the ancient Buddhist culture, the calm and unpolluted atmosphere and the natural beauty will enchant you. Located in the Paro valley of Bhutan, the eponymous town of Paro is dotted with several historical sites. Paro is the perfect destination for anyone who prefers to spend time by themselves i.

    Itinerary

  • DAY 1 - Arrival in Paro and Transfer to Thimphu

    • Upon your arrival, drive to the capital city Thimphu. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains and rivers along the way. After arriving at the hotel, you can spend your day relaxing or visit the places - Kuenselphodrang and Memorial Chorten. The Kuenselphodrang or the Buddha Point has the world's largest sitting Buddha statue situated atop a hill. A 15-minute drive to the statue offers an exceptional view of the Thimphu city. The Memorial Chorten in Thimphu is a stupa built in the honor of Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, the king of Bhutan. Stay overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

  • DAY 2 - Local Sightseeing in Thimphu - Motithang Takin Preserve

    • Visit the wildlife reserve area for Takin, the national animal of Bhutan. Also, enjoy visiting other famous attractions of Bhutan-the National Library of Bhutan, the National Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum, the Royal Botanical Garden and Wangchuck Centennial National Park. Pay a visit to Tashichho Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress in Bhutan. Head back to the hotel and spend the night there.

  • DAY 3 - A visit to Punakha

    • After breakfast at the hotel, head out on a journey to Punakha, a small town located around 80 km (3.5 hours approximately) away from Thimphu. Stop at the Dochula Pass en route to Punakha. Later, proceed to Chimi Lhakhang, the temple of fertility and visit Punakha Dzong. After reaching Punakha, check in and stay overnight at the hotel.
    • NOTE: The Chimi Lhakhang Temple has some sexual depictions. You can reconsider visiting this place if you have children with you.

  • DAY 4 - Phobjikha Valley Excursion

    • Post breakfast at the hotel; take a 3-hour long drive to the serene valley of Phobjikha. The valley is host to the endangered Black-necked Cranes. Visit the Crane Information Centre for more information about the black-necked cranes. Also, at Phobjikha, visit the beautiful 17th-century Gangtey Monastery. Take an hour-long walk in the Gangtey Natural Trail and marvel at the spectacular views of the valley. Later, drive back to the hotel in Punakha and stay overnight there.

  • DAY 5 - Punakha- Paro with Sightseeing

    • En route to Paro, if time permits, visit the Tamchog Lhakhang temple. One must cross an iron chain bridge to get to the temple, which is an amazing experience in itself. Upon your arrival in Paro, head to the hotel and relax for some time before visiting some famous attractions in Paro. Visit Rinpung Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress and Ta Dzong, the national museum of Bhutan. Head back to the hotel to stay overnight.

  • DAY 6 - Paro Hike and Sightseeing

    • Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the Taktsang monastery. You can take a walk of about 2 hours to reach the top of the monastery, which is situated on a steep rock. Enjoy a good view of the monastery from a tea point en route, where you can also have lunch. While your return journey to Paro, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, a prominent Himalayan Buddhist temple. Later, take a joy walk around the Paro town and return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

  • DAY 7 - Departure

    • Check out from the hotel and transfer to Paro Airport. Leave Bhutan with a lot of wonderful memories.

Inclusions

  • Welcome drink on arrival.
  • Parking and Toll tax.
  • Meet & greet on arrival.
  • Pick and Drop at time of arrival/departure.
  • Driver's allowance, Road tax and Fuel charges.
  • Sightseeing by private car.
  • 06 Breakfasts
  • All tours and transfers by Personal Car is included.
  • 06 night’s accommodation on double sharing.

Exclusions

  • Camera fee.
  • Alcoholic / Non- Alcoholic beverages.
  • Travel insurance.
  • 5% GST.
  • Any Airfare / Train fare.
  • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, and vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
  • Tips, laundry & phone call.
  • Entrance fees to monuments and museum.
  • All personal expenses.

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  • DAY 1 - Arrival in Paro and Transfer to Thimphu

    • Upon your arrival, drive to the capital city Thimphu. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains and rivers along the way. After arriving at the hotel, you can spend your day relaxing or visit the places - Kuenselphodrang and Memorial Chorten. The Kuenselphodrang or the Buddha Point has the world's largest sitting Buddha statue situated atop a hill. A 15-minute drive to the statue offers an exceptional view of the Thimphu city. The Memorial Chorten in Thimphu is a stupa built in the honor of Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, the king of Bhutan. Stay overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

  • DAY 2 - Local Sightseeing in Thimphu - Motithang Takin Preserve

    • Visit the wildlife reserve area for Takin, the national animal of Bhutan. Also, enjoy visiting other famous attractions of Bhutan-the National Library of Bhutan, the National Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum, the Royal Botanical Garden and Wangchuck Centennial National Park. Pay a visit to Tashichho Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress in Bhutan. Head back to the hotel and spend the night there.

  • DAY 3 - A visit to Punakha

    • After breakfast at the hotel, head out on a journey to Punakha, a small town located around 80 km (3.5 hours approximately) away from Thimphu. Stop at the Dochula Pass en route to Punakha. Later, proceed to Chimi Lhakhang, the temple of fertility and visit Punakha Dzong. After reaching Punakha, check in and stay overnight at the hotel.
    • NOTE: The Chimi Lhakhang Temple has some sexual depictions. You can reconsider visiting this place if you have children with you.

  • DAY 4 - Phobjikha Valley Excursion

    • Post breakfast at the hotel; take a 3-hour long drive to the serene valley of Phobjikha. The valley is host to the endangered Black-necked Cranes. Visit the Crane Information Centre for more information about the black-necked cranes. Also, at Phobjikha, visit the beautiful 17th-century Gangtey Monastery. Take an hour-long walk in the Gangtey Natural Trail and marvel at the spectacular views of the valley. Later, drive back to the hotel in Punakha and stay overnight there.

  • DAY 5 - Punakha- Paro with Sightseeing

    • En route to Paro, if time permits, visit the Tamchog Lhakhang temple. One must cross an iron chain bridge to get to the temple, which is an amazing experience in itself. Upon your arrival in Paro, head to the hotel and relax for some time before visiting some famous attractions in Paro. Visit Rinpung Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress and Ta Dzong, the national museum of Bhutan. Head back to the hotel to stay overnight.

  • DAY 6 - Paro Hike and Sightseeing

    • Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the Taktsang monastery. You can take a walk of about 2 hours to reach the top of the monastery, which is situated on a steep rock. Enjoy a good view of the monastery from a tea point en route, where you can also have lunch. While your return journey to Paro, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, a prominent Himalayan Buddhist temple. Later, take a joy walk around the Paro town and return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

  • DAY 7 - Departure

    • Check out from the hotel and transfer to Paro Airport. Leave Bhutan with a lot of wonderful memories.
  • Welcome drink on arrival.
  • Parking and Toll tax.
  • Meet & greet on arrival.
  • Pick and Drop at time of arrival/departure.
  • Driver's allowance, Road tax and Fuel charges.
  • Sightseeing by private car.
  • 06 Breakfasts
  • All tours and transfers by Personal Car is included.
  • 06 night’s accommodation on double sharing.
  • Camera fee.
  • Alcoholic / Non- Alcoholic beverages.
  • Travel insurance.
  • 5% GST.
  • Any Airfare / Train fare.
  • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, and vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
  • Tips, laundry & phone call.
  • Entrance fees to monuments and museum.
  • All personal expenses.


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