10-Day West-to-Central Bhutan
Day 1: Paro to Thimphu
Arrival at Paro Airport (PBH). Visit the Tamchog Lhakhang iron bridge on the drive to the capital.Evening visit to the National Memorial Chorten and the grand Tashichho Dzong. (Overnight: Thimphu)
Day 2: Thimphu Exploration
Visit the giant Buddha Dordenma statue and the Motithang Takin Preserve (National Animal).Explore the Zorig Chusum (Painting School) and the Postal Museum to print your own stamps. (Overnight: Thimphu)
Day 3: Thimphu to Punakha
Cross Dochula Pass (3,100m) to see the 108 stupas. Hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple).Explore the riverside Punakha Dzong, the most beautiful fortress in Bhutan. (Overnight: Punakha)
Day 4:Punakha to Phobjikha
Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten through terraced rice fields.Drive to the serene, glacial Phobjikha Valley, winter home of the Black-necked Cranes. (Overnight: Phobjikha)
Day 5 : Phobjikha to Trongsa
Morning walk on the Gangtey Nature Trail and visit the 17th-century Gangtey Monastery.Scenic drive to Trongsa, crossing the Pele La Pass. Visit the massive Trongsa Dzong. (Overnight: Trongsa)
Day 6 : Trongsa to Bumthang
Visit the Ta Dzong (Watchtower Museum) before a 3-hour drive to the spiritual valleys of Bumthang.Explore the local Jakar town and visit the Red Panda Brewery & Swiss Cheese factory. (Overnight: Bumthang)
Day 7 : Bumthang (Spiritual)
Visit Jambay Lhakhang and Kurjey Lhakhang, where the patron saint Guru Rinpoche left a body print. Explore Tamshing Lhakhang to see ancient Buddhist mural art and textiles. (Overnight: Bumthang)
Day 8 : Bumthang to Paro
Take a domestic flight from Bumthang to Paro (35 mins) to skip the 10-hour drive back.Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples, and explore the National Museum. (Overnight: Paro)
Day 9 : Paro – Tiger’s Nest
The legendary all-day hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), perched on a cliff 900m high.Enjoy a final Bhutanese Hot Stone Bath and a celebratory dinner at a local farmhouse. (Overnight: Paro)
Day 10 : Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast and spend some time in Paro town for last-minute souvenirs.Transfer to Paro International Airport for your scheduled departure.
- Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing by private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide
- English-speaking tour guide will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city. He or she will provide you with the best local knowledge available.
- Accommodation with daily breakfast as per detail itinerary
- Entrance fees & permits (if you have)
- All meals as specified in the itinerary, with authentic local food. Western food is available (upon request) (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
- Bottle of drinking water
- English-speaking local tour guide in each city
- Entrance fees and zone fees for places mentioned in the itinerary
- Transfers and sightseeing by private air-conditioned car
- International flights and airport taxes (Visa)
- Travel insurance
- Other meals which are not indicated above
- Surcharge and Compulsory dinners (if any)
- Beverages in the restaurants where meals are included
- Gratuities to guides and drivers
- Personal and other expenses such as porterage, bar bills and laundry not stated in the itinerary.