Discover Bhutan

Overview

The Bhutanese culture is well preserved and is fiercely guarded too. It is liberal but religious which is the main reason why tourism is not allowed to ride the economy overwhelmingly. Each tourist therefore gets the best there is in Bhutan, be it the service or the entire experience as such. It slowly penetrates into one’s self that life can be good and better without traffic lights too, without rigorous planning also and that laidback always doesn’t mean lethargy but it means contentment in minimum means.

Right from Paro, with the Queen mother’s Palace or the mesmerising Taktshang Hermitage, the journey helps you touch the inner silence very fast. The well-known monastic school at Thimpu and the ancient Dzongs all weave the same magic. The slight rain or the cloudy mist, the orange draped little monks or the hard working ladies have something in common- the quality to bring a smile on your face. Gangtey at a height of 3000mts is one of the most stunning glacial valleys.

The famous 17^th century monastery is worth a visit. It is a virtual paradise when visited by the black necked cranes which migrate from the Tibetan Plateau. The last destination of this journey before returning to Paro is Punakha which is almost around the Dochhula Pass. Treks to Chorten Nigpo pass through several villages giving a glimpse of the Bhutanese rural life. The Khamsum Yuley Temple is the most elaborate temple in Bhutan.

There is so much about Bhutan that remains undiscovered in the first visit; an easy self-made excuse to keep coming here again!!   

Outlined Itinerary

Day 01 - Thimphu

Arrive Paro. After clearing immigration formalities, you will drive to Thimphu (02 Hrs). Arrive Thimphu and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. FULL BOARD

Day 02 - Thimphu

After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a private guided full day tour of Thimphu – visiting the National Library, National Memorial Chorten, Institute of Zorig Chusum, Textile & Folk Heritage Museum and Trashichhodzong: The ‘Fortress of the Glorious Religion’. FULL BOARD

Day 03 - Gangtey

After breakfast you will drive to Gangtey (6 hrs). Arrive Gangtey and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. FULL BOARD

Day 04 - Gangtey

Breakfast is at the Hotel. After breakfast you will take a private guided full day tour of Gangtey – Visit Phobjikha Valley, located few kilometres from Gangtey and is the winter home of black necked cranes. Also visit the Gangtey Gompa, the only Ningmapa monastery in the western side of the Black mountain. Evening is at leisure. FULL BOARD

Day 05 - Punakha

After breakfast you will drive to Punakha (3 hrs). Arrive Punakha and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. FULL BOARD

Day 06 - Punakha

Breakfast is at the Hotel. After breakfast you will take a private guided full day tour of Punakha – Built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637, by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative centre of the region, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutan’s history. Later proceed for excursion for Chimi Lhakhang situated on a hillock in the centre of the valley, is dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley, who in the late 15th century used humour, songs and outrageous behaviour to dramatize his teachings and due to this also known as ‘Divine Madman’. Evening is at leisure. FULL BOARD

Day 07 - Paro

After breakfast you will drive to Paro (4.5 hrs). Arrive Paro and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. FULL BOARD

Day 08 - Paro

Breakfast is at the Hotel. After breakfast you will take a private guided full day tour of Paro – Tiger’s Nest (Full 5 hrs walk). It is one of the most famous of Bhutan’s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. Also visit, Rinpung Dzong. The approach to the Dzong is through a traditional covered bridge called Nemi Zam. Ta Zong: One time watch tower , it was built to defend Rinpung Dzong during inter-valley wars of the 17th century, since 1967. Ta Dzong is serving as the National Museum of the country. FULL BOARD

Day 09 - Paro

Breakfast is at the Hotel. Today at an appropriate time, you will be met and transferred to Paro International airport to connect with your homebound or onwards flight... or travel to your next destination if you would like to add to this tour.

All our tours and holidays are tailor made so can be amended to suite your budget. Click on our from prices below to see what hotels you can expect based on the cheapest time to travel in High Season per person based on two people sharing a room. We can design this tour for you at a lower or higher price, basically to suite your budget, style and comfort. Contact a specialist to discuss your requirements. International flights are not included.