Tour Overview
This package covers the most popular tourist destinations in Bhutan. Tourists will witness and experience the balance of how its ancient history and traditional culture coexist in harmony with modern Bhutan. The tour covers western Bhutan only.
Tour Highlights
- Thimphu: Memorial Chorten, Folk Heritage Museum, National Institute for Zorig Chusum, Tashichodzong, Motithang Takin Preserve
- Punakha: Dochula Pass, Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple), Punakha Dzong (Palace of Great Bliss), Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Paro: National Museum (Paro Ta Dzong), Paro Rinpung Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, Paro Town, Dungse Lhakhang
- Haa Valley: Chelele Pass, Lhakhang Karpo & Nagpo, Kila Nunnery hike
- Tiger's Nest Monastery hike
Daily Itinerary for Bhutan Cultural Tour (6 Days/ 5 Nights)
Day 1: Arrive in Paro & Transfer to Thimphu
Meet your guide and driver at the airport. Drive from Paro to Thimphu (54 Km, ~1 hour). After a quick stop at your hotel and lunch, you'll spend the rest of the day exploring Thimphu.
Places and attractions: Memorial Chorten, Folk Heritage Museum, National Institute for Zorig Chusum, Tashichodzong, Motithang Takin Preserve
Hotel: Thimphu
Places and attractions: Memorial Chorten, Folk Heritage Museum, National Institute for Zorig Chusum, Tashichodzong, Motithang Takin Preserve
Hotel: Thimphu
Day 2: Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass
Dochula Pass, at 3100 meters, offers panoramic views of snowcapped mountains and a memorial of 108 stupas. Lunch served en route. Drive to Punakha (63 Km, ~1.5 hours). Short hike to Chimi Lhakhang via Sopsokha village.
Places and attractions: Dochula Pass, Chimi Lhakhang, Punakha Dzong, Punakha Suspension Bridge
Hotel: Punakha
Places and attractions: Dochula Pass, Chimi Lhakhang, Punakha Dzong, Punakha Suspension Bridge
Hotel: Punakha
Day 3: Drive back to Paro
Early drive from Punakha to Paro (126 km, ~3.5 hours). After lunch, explore Paro town and nearby attractions.
Places and attractions: National Museum Paro Ta Dzong, Paro Rinpung Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, Paro Town, Dungse Lhakhang
Hotel: Paro
Places and attractions: National Museum Paro Ta Dzong, Paro Rinpung Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, Paro Town, Dungse Lhakhang
Hotel: Paro
Day 4: Day Excursion to Haa Valley
Drive to Haa Valley. Cross Chelele Pass (3900m), the highest motorable pass in Bhutan. Enjoy views of Mount Jomolhari if weather permits.
Places and attractions: Haa, Chelele Pass, Lhakhang Karpo & Nagpo, Hike to Kila Nunnery
Hotel: Paro
Places and attractions: Haa, Chelele Pass, Lhakhang Karpo & Nagpo, Hike to Kila Nunnery
Hotel: Paro
Day 5: Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery
Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery. Enjoy pine forests, waterfalls, and spiritual ambiance while your guide narrates Buddhist mythology.
Places and attractions: Paro
Hotel: Paro
Places and attractions: Paro
Hotel: Paro
Day 6: Depart From Paro
Transfer to Paro airport for your onward journey.
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