Cultural Highlight Bhutan Tour - 10 Days Print Itinerary


Trip Highlights


  • Paro Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)
  • Punakha Dzong
  • Thimphu-The capital of Bhutan, Thimphu
  • Gangtey/Phobjikha Valley
  • Taktshang Goemba – also known as Tiger’s Nest
  • Bumthang Valley – the valley is home to some of the oldest Buddhist temples in Bhutan.
  • Dochula Pass – at an altitude of 10,500 feet

Overview


On this 10-day journey through Bhutan’s cities and villages, we will visit well-known landmarks like Dzongs and Temples to ensure that visitors are completely satisfied. This Cultural Highlight Bhutan Tour -10 Day culminates with a hike to the famous Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest).

Itineraries


DAY 1: Arrival in Paro

Our airport representative receives you upon arrival at Paro Airport (7,000ft) and takes a drive through the valley of Paro to the hotel. As you having leisure time we take a walk around the town of Paro

DAY 2: Paro Sightseeing

Drive to the   Drugyel Dzong. This Dzong is of historical importance, from whose ramparts the Bhutanese repelled Tibetan invaders. On a clear day, one can view the sacred Mount Chhomolari, Mountain of Goddess. After lunch visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum housed in an ancient watchtower, which has a fine collection of ancient Thangka painting, textiles, weapons, and artifacts. Walk to the traditional wooden bridge.

DAY 3: Paro – Excursion – Day Hike to Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)

Drive to Ramthongkha and then hike to viewpoint of Taktshang, the Tiger’s Nest. The monastery, unfortunately, got burnt in 1998 but it has recently been reconstructed.

DAY 4: Drive from Paro to Thimphu 

Drive through the beautiful valleys of Paro and Thimphu to the capital of Bhutan – Thimphu. Visit the Zangthopelri Lhakhang, the School of Thangka Painting and the Tashi Nincha folk studio where the traditional folk and mask dance are learned and practiced. Afternoon, visit the Zelukha Nunnery, the TashiChho  Dzong, and the Handicraft Emporium.

DAY 5:Thimphu - Wangdue Phodrang 

We drive you to visit the Memorial Chorten early in the morning and see also some gold and silversmiths at work. After lunch drive to Punakha through Dochula Pass. Visit Punakha town and visit the Punakha Dzong if the monastic body has shifted to Thimphu for the summer. Drive to Wangdue town.

DAY 6: Wangdue Phodrang - Trongsa 

You will Visit Wangdue town. They provide you time to have lunch and drive to Trongsa over the Pelela Pass (3,400 m) in the Black Mountain ranges, which separates the western region from the other regions Bhutan.

DAY 7:Trongsa - Bumthang 

Visit the outside premises of Trongsa Dzong one of the largest Dzongs in the country. Visit also the Ta Dzong to Watch Tower and stroll through the small Trongsa town. After lunch, drive to Bumthang Valley.

DAY 8: Bumthang 

Drive to Ura – this is one of the four valleys of Bumthang. explore the beautiful valley. Visit Ura Lhakhang and drive through the picturesque valley of Bumthang to see Kurje Lhakhang, Tamshing Lhakhang, and Kuenshusum Lhakhang.

DAY 9 Bumthang - Thimphu

Drive to Thimphu. You will visit Rukhubji village. Overnight in Thimphu.

DAY 10 Thimphu - Paro - Departure

Drive to Paro airport for your final departure.

What's Included


  • Private transportation including airport transfers 
  • All necessary travel permits and Bhutan Visa Fee
  • English-speaking local guide throughout the tour
  • Accommodation in a twin-sharing room plan (Given tariff is based on 3-Star hotels)
  • Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
  • Meal plan: Full Board Basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner)

What's Excluded


  • Insurance of any kind 
  • Single Supplement (if necessary) 
  • Airfare and airport taxes
  • Additional costs due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance
  • Personal expenses such as drinks guide tips &, etc.
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