Explore Bhutan: The Shortest Bhutan Tour – 3 Days.
Have time to get away from it all, but don’t have a lot? Our 3-day, 2-night tour of Bhutan is perfect. Flying to Paro, you’ll leap over the stunning Himalayas and delve headlong into the tranquil scene of Bhutanese culture. The short trip fits busy travelers who still want to experience the best of Bhutan.
Buddha Dordenma in Thimphu, Bhutan
You have a flight to Paro, and then a fascinating tour in the capital city of Thimphu, Bhutan. Here you will find some really beautiful sights – the Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma, also known as Buddha Point, and the great Thimphu Dzong. The following day is just as exciting, you’re going back to Paro to hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery (or Taktsang Monastery, for short), and one of the most photographed sites in Bhutan.
Rinpung Dzong in Paro, Bhutan
We promise the best value for your Bhutan adventure – with competitive pricing, personalized service, and easy booking from major cities like Kathmandu, Delhi, Bangkok, Singapore, and Dhaka. Direct flights are from Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines to Paro, too. We will assist you in finding the best fares based on your travel location. Moreover, you can explore 3 Country Tours – Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan all at once; this will save you both time and money.
At HimalayanWindows Tours (HWT), we strive to make your Shortest Bhutan Tour – 3 Days, 2 Nights as easy and enjoyable as possible by carefully selecting the best attractions to visit and providing excellent service.
Add-On Tours if you are connecting from Nepal:
Get the excitement of flying to Paro, Bhutan, on Druk Air or Bhutan Air! One shining day, you would see beautiful views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest (for those flying from Delhi or Kathmandu, don’t forget to sit on the left side of the flight!) Your approach is especially breathtaking to Bhutan, as you go down through the foothills and make some sharp turns in between to arrive at the small airstrip. Arriving in Bhutan, you will be greeted and driven by your Bhutanese guide to Thimphu. Based on your flight time, check out the following views:
Kuenselcholing View Point: The best way to get a sense of the Thimphu Valley is at Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang). Only about a short drive from a town. At the Buddha site, you can admire the biggest statue in the country, pray, pay your respects, and gawk out of the loveliness of the valley.
Memorial Chorten: This Chorten was built in 1974 as a tribute to the third King of Bhutan, the father of modern Bhutanese society.
Tashichho Dzong: The glorious and powerful fortress of glorious religion – the ‘Dzong’ — was built in 1641 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. It includes: the secretariat building, the throne room, the office of the king and the central monk body. Spend some time relaxing (after exploring the Dzong) and explore the city.
Overnight at the Hotel in Thimphu. Lunch, Dinner Included
Start your morning off with a scenic drive from Thimphu to Paro Valley, where you’ll find the iconic Taktsang Monastery, also known as “Tiger’s Nest”. Famed for Guru Rimpoche or Guru Padmasambhava who flew on the back of a tigress from Tibet and meditated in the cave for three months, the monastery is perched on a rock overlooking a 9,678-foot sheer drop. Despite the main building being destroyed by a fire in 1998, the hike up to the monastery’s viewpoint is an exhilarating experience, taking about two and a half hours of average walking (five hours round trip).
If you’d rather avoid hiking, you can choose to ride a horse for an additional US$30 per person (cost is subject to change).
After your journey to the top, visit Kichu Lhakhang, Ringpung Zong, and the National Museum to get a glimpse of how the locals live.
Departure: Transfer to Paro Airport and fly to Kathmandu (1310 m) or your onward destination.
Paro International Airport connects to the international airports of Nepal (Kathmandu; KTM), India (Delhi, Bagdogra, Kolkotta, Gaya, Guwahati), Bangladesh (Dhaka), Thailand (Bangkok), and Singapore (SIN).
My wife and I recently used Himalayan Windows to coordinate a short trip to Bhutan. Anup was kind, prompt, and professional throughout the process. He arranged a 3-day, 2-night trip that packed in the best of Bhutan for the time that we had. We enjoyed the flight over Mount Everest, the incredible dzongs, and the trek up to the Tiger's Nest monastery. The price was very reasonable, considering the package…
My wife and I recently used Himalayan Windows to coordinate a short trip to Bhutan. Anup was kind, prompt, and professional throughout the process. He arranged a 3-day, 2-night trip that packed in the best of Bhutan for the time that we had. We enjoyed the flight over Mount Everest, the incredible dzongs, and the trek up to the Tiger’s Nest monastery. The price was very reasonable, considering the package included a driver and a guide who took us everywhere. Himalayan Windows made sure that our travel visas and airline tickets were ready when we arrived.
Anup also coordinated a hike for us from Nagarkot to Dhulikhel in Nepal. Once again, the price was reasonable and the experience was incredible. Our guide and driver were knowledgeable, courteous, and accommodating.
We plan to return to Nepal soon, and will once again rely on Anup and Himalayan Windows to provide a great time at a great price.
Payment: A deposit of 30% of the total tour cost is required to book the tour with Himalayan Windows (HW). The remaining balance is to be paid three days prior to the departure date. Payment can be made via Wire Transfer or Credit Card. All credit card payments are securely processed and a bank fee applies.
Cancellation: For cancellations more than 30 days before the Tour Start Date, there will be no cancellation fee. If the cancellation happens within 29-4 days prior to the Tour Start Date, a charge of 30% of the total invoice amount will be applied. Cancellations occurring within 3 days or less of the start date or in the case of a no-show, 100% of the total invoice amount will be charged. Learn more about Terms and Conditions.
Accommodation: Accommodation is typically provided in twin rooms in cities, though a single supplement can be requested for an additional fee. During peak season, it can be difficult to find single or twin rooms in the mountains, so our lodges usually offer dormitory-style accommodation. Our priority is always to provide clean and safe rooms for our guests.
Meals: Our packages in Bhutan include full board meals, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. For treks, all meals are provided, but you will need to pay extra for drinking water and snacks.
Nepal Visa: If you are planning a trip to Nepal, you must have a valid passport and Nepal Visa. Depending on your country of origin, you may need to obtain a Nepal Tourist Visa before your arrival. To be eligible, your passport should be valid for a minimum of six months from your Tour Start Date. If you are planning on traveling to multiple countries on your trip, make sure to get a multi-entries Nepal Visa.
Bhutan Visa Clearance: All visitors to Bhutan must have a valid Bhutan Visa Clearance before their trip. To obtain it, you must submit a color-scanned copy of your passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months from the start date of your tour. Your tour operator will send you a Visa Clearance prior to your departure, which you must present at the Druk Air/Bhutan Airlines counter during check-in. Once you arrive at Paro Airport, your passport will be stamped with the original visa.
Tibet Group Visa (TGV): All travelers from any nation intending to go to Tibet from Nepal must obtain a Tibet Group Visa (TGV) in Kathmandu with the help of a tour operator. To ensure the successful application of the TGV, you should plan to arrive in Kathmandu 3-4 working days before your travel date. If you are coming from China, you will not require a TGV; instead, you will need a Chinese Visa and Permit. To find out more about the process of entering Tibet, please look into the Tibet entry procedure.
Nepal & Bhutan: Visiting Nepal and Bhutan at the same time is ideal as they share a similar climate. From high mountains to low land sub-tropical plains and jungles, the two countries have similar weather. The best time to visit is from March to April (spring) and October to December (autumn and early winter). During these months, the air is clean and fresh with sunny skies. January and February are colder months, while June, July, and August (summer) are typically monsoon seasons.
Tibet: It is best to visit Tibet between April and October when the weather is warm and the skies are clear. However, from November to March, it is still possible to explore certain areas like Namtso, Everest Base Camp, and Mount Kailash, as long as the roads are not blocked by snow. Temperatures during this time may be quite cold.
HimalayanWindows strongly recommends that anyone planning to travel in the Himalayas purchase Travel Insurance. This policy will provide coverage in the case of medical emergencies, evacuation, theft, loss of belongings, and last-minute tour/ticket cancellations. Having this protection in place will help ensure that your trip is safe and enjoyable.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Bhutan tour [lwptoc] Where is Bhutan? Bhutan is a small, landlocked country situated in the eastern Himalayas between China and India. Its landscape ranges from Subtropical plains and forests in the south to subalpine forests and the snowy Himalayas in the North. Bhutan is a principally Buddhist country, and it is recognized as the last stronghold of Mahayana Buddhism. Do I need to… Read More »
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