Wonders of the Last Himalayan Kingdom

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A white Buddhist temple with colorful ornate decorations and golden accents. The temple has a tiered roof and a tall central stupa with a golden spire. There are people walking towards the temple entrance, surrounded by a garden with yellow sunflowers and green plants, with mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background. 
Day 1 | Arrival in Bhutan

Welcome to Bhutan

  • Upon landing at Paro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative who will accompany you throughout your journey in Bhutan. You will then be transferred to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan, and check in to your hotel.

  • Explore Thimphu Valley, home to the seat of Bhutan’s Royal Government and the Central Monastic Body.

  • Join local devotees and elderly residents as they circumambulate the National Memorial Chorten, one of the most prominent religious landmarks in Thimphu.

  • Witness the traditional methods of producing Bhutanese handmade paper at the Jungshi Paper Factory.

  • Visit Tashichho Dzong, known as the “Fortress of the Glorious Religion.” The fortress houses the throne room and offices of His Majesty the King of Bhutan.

  • Enjoy leisure time exploring Thimphu City.

  • Dinner at the hotel.

  • Overnight in Thimphu.

    Meals: Dinner

    Accommodation: Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa (4★) or Similar

A white Buddhist stupa with golden decorations and multiple smaller golden stupas, set against a backdrop of green hills and a bright blue sky. A large crowd of people is gathered around the base of the stupa.
A busy street scene in a town with colorful buildings featuring traditional Bhutanese architecture, and a small decorative structure in the foreground. Cars and people are visible, with mountains in the background.
A scenic view of a river flowing through a valley surrounded by green mountains. Traditional Bhutanese buildings with distinct rooftops are in the foreground, and there is lush terraced farmland. The mountains are partly covered with clouds.
Large golden statue of Buddha seated on a lotus flower pedestal with a mountainous background and trees, under a clear blue sky. 
Day 2 | Thimphu Valley Exploration

Thimphu Valley

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before continuing your exploration of Thimphu Valley with visits to several fascinating sites in the capital city.

  • Observe the unique and rare Takin, Bhutan’s national animal, at the Motithang Takin Preserve.

  • Visit Zilukha Nunnery (Drubthob Goemba) and discover the peaceful lifestyle of the nuns residing in the monastery.

  • Explore the Folk Heritage Museum, which showcases Bhutanese material culture and traditional rural life.

  • Lunch at Simply Bhutan Restaurant.

  • Visit Buddha Dordenma, one of the largest sitting Buddha statues in the world, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Thimphu City.

  • Continue to Changangkha Lhakhang, an ancient temple perched on a hilltop offering beautiful views of the Thimphu Valley.

  • Take a walk through the lively Centenary Farmers Market, where local farmers sell fresh Bhutanese produce and traditional products.

  • Enjoy leisure time exploring Thimphu City.

  • Dinner at the hotel.

  • Overnight in Thimphu.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Accommodation: Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa (4★) or Similar

A herd of bison grazing on grass in a natural setting.
A dog with reddish-brown fur laying on a rock ledge with a city and green mountainous landscape in the background.
A large golden statue of a seated Buddha surrounded by green trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A traditional Bhutanese chorten (stupa) with mountainous landscape in the background. 
Day 3 | Drive to Phobjikha Valley

Phobjikha Valley

  • Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel before driving towards the majestic Phobjikha Valley, one of Bhutan’s most scenic glacial valleys.

  • Stop at Dochula Pass to capture a stunning 360-degree panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain ranges and the famous 108 stupas.

  • Descending from Dochula Pass, enjoy a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang, a temple dedicated to the Divine Madman, Lama Drukpa Kunley, and known for its unique phallic symbols.

  • Lunch at Hotel Lobesa.

  • Continue your journey and explore Phobjikha Valley, the winter home of the endangered Black-necked cranes and one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Bhutan.

  • Check in to your hotel and relax.

  • Dinner at the hotel.

  • Overnight in Phobjikha.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Accommodation: Hotel Dewachen (3★) or Similar

A small stone and brick structure with a shingled roof stands in a vast green field. In the background, rolling hills and mountains are shrouded in mist or haze, with small houses scattered across the landscape.
A flock of cranes flying over a grassy area with mountains in the background.
Row of white and brick Buddhist stupas with gold details on a grassy hillside, with trees and misty mountains in the background.
Traditional Bhutanese fortress or dzong by a river with green mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky. 
Day 4 | Transfer to Punakha Valley

Punakha Valley

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before beginning the journey towards Punakha Valley.

  • Visit the historic Gangtey Goemba, located at the head of the valley. This important monastery belongs to the Nyingmapa school of Buddhism and serves as the main seat of the Pema Lingpa tradition where religious teachings are still practiced.

  • Take a relaxing walk along the Gangtey Nature Trail, passing through streams, rhododendron gardens, and traditional villages while enjoying the beautiful natural surroundings.

  • Visit the Black-Necked Crane Information Center, where you can learn interesting facts about the endangered Black-necked cranes through videos, brochures, and informative displays.

  • Lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Continue your drive to Punakha Valley, one of Bhutan’s most beautiful and historically significant valleys.

  • Check in to your hotel and relax.

  • Dinner at the hotel.

  • Overnight in Punakha.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Accommodation: Meri Puensum Resort (3★) or Similar

A group of cranes flying low over a grassy field near water, with a blurred body of water or sky in the background.
Scenic view of green terraced rice fields on mountainsides with a river flowing through a lush valley and scattered houses.
A large traditional Bhutanese building with tiered roofs and ornate woodwork sits in a lush green valley, surrounded by mountains covered in greenery, with a river in the foreground and a partly cloudy sky above.
Aerial view of a large white and gold Tibetan-style monastery surrounded by green fields and trees, with several houses and parked cars nearby. 
Day 5 | Drive to Paro Valley

Paro Valley

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before driving north along the Mo Chhu River.

  • Visit the Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, where you can enjoy a scenic picnic breakfast while admiring a bird’s-eye view of the fertile Punakha Valley.

  • Enter the courtyard of Pungthang Dewachen Phodrang (Punakha Dzong), also known as the Palace of Great Happiness. This magnificent fortress serves as the winter residence of Bhutan’s Central Monastic Body.

  • Walk across one of Bhutan’s longest suspension bridges, crossing the Pho Chhu River while enjoying the surrounding scenery.

  • Lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Continue your journey to the beautiful Paro Valley, one of the most picturesque and widest valleys in Bhutan, known for its fertile rice fields and crystal-clear river flowing through the valley.

  • Enjoy leisure time exploring Paro Town.

  • Check in to your hotel and relax.

  • Dinner at the hotel.

  • Overnight in Paro.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Accommodation: Dewachen Resort (3★) or Similar

Ancient ruins of stone buildings with greenery on top, set against a backdrop of green mountains and a cloudy sky.
A traditional multi-storied building with white and dark brown walls, and decorative windows, sits on a hillside with mountainous terrain in the background. The building has a red metal roof and ornate details, with a foggy or cloudy sky overhead.
Scenic view of mountains with snow-capped peaks, lush green valleys, and scattered clouds in the sky during daylight.
A temple on a mountain cliff with trees and a foggy landscape in the background. 
Day 6 | Paro – Tiger’s Nest Hike

Tiger’s Nest Monastery

  • Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel before driving to the Tiger’s Nest Base (Taktsang Parking Area).

  • Begin the hike to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest, one of Bhutan’s most sacred pilgrimage sites and the most iconic landmark in the kingdom, dramatically perched on a cliffside.

  • Lunch at the Taktsang Cafeteria, offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

  • Later, experience Bhutanese traditional archery, the national sport of Bhutan.

  • Enjoy a traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath, a unique local wellness experience that combines heated river stones and healing khempa herbs.

  • Dinner at a local farmhouse, offering an authentic Bhutanese dining experience.

  • Overnight in Paro.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Accommodation: Dewachen Resort (3★) or Similar

A mountain with a Buddhist temple built into it, colorful prayer flags hanging across the rocks, and a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds.
Mountain landscape with large rocks, green trees, and a partly cloudy blue sky.
Picture of Tiger's Nest Monastery climbing up a rocky cliffside, with prayer flags in the foreground and forested mountains in the background.
Lush green valley with rice paddies, surrounded by mountains under a partly cloudy sky. 
Day 7 | Departure from Paro

Departure

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

  • Our representative will transfer you to Paro International Airport for your onward flight to your next destination. We hope you have enjoyed your journey in the beautiful Kingdom of Bhutan and look forward to welcoming you again.

    Meals: Breakfast

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Rates

Please keep in mind that this tour can be tailormade by speaking to one of our Travel Specialists

1 JAN - 28 FEB 2025

USD 11,690

1 JAN - 28 FEB 2025

USD 11,690

1 JAN - 28 FEB 2025

USD 11,690

1 JAN - 28 FEB 2025

USD 11,690

Package Details

Our Bhutan tour packages are thoughtfully designed to offer travelers an authentic and comfortable journey through the Kingdom of Bhutan. Each itinerary combines breathtaking landscapes, cultural heritage sites, and unique Bhutanese traditions, ensuring a memorable and enriching travel experience.

  • Our packages are designed to provide a comfortable and seamless travel experience throughout your journey in Bhutan.

    • Private guided tour throughout the trip

    • Bhutan visa arrangement

    • Accommodation in Government-approved 3-star hotels

    • All meals included (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)

    • Professional licensed Bhutanese tour guide

    • Private transportation (SUV or tourist bus depending on group size)

    • Experienced private driver

    • Complimentary mineral bottled water during travel

    • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of USD $100 per person per night

    • All government taxes and service charges

    • Entry fees and route permits for all monuments and attractions

    • Bank wire transfer fee of USD $40 (one-time transaction)

  • The following items are not included in the package price:

    • International flights to and from Bhutan (can be arranged upon request)

    • Accommodation outside Bhutan

    • Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone calls, etc.

    • Tips and gratuities for the guide and driver

    • Alcoholic beverages and additional drinks

    • Travel insurance (highly recommended for all travelers)

    • All travel arrangements are subject to availability at the time of booking.

    • A valid passport with at least 6 months validity is required to enter Bhutan.

    • Full payment must be made prior to the issuance of the Bhutan visa and confirmation of the tour.

    • Cancellation and refund policies will apply according to Bhutan tourism regulations.

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