8 Days of Culture & Scenic Beauty
Day 1: Paro to Thimphu
Arrival at Paro Airport (PBH) and scenic drive along the Pa Chhu and Wang Chhu rivers.Check-in and visit the magnificent Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion). (Overnight: Thimphu)
Day 2: Thimphu Exploration
View the city from the Buddha Dordenma statue and visit the National Memorial Chorten.Immerse in Bhutanese arts at Zorig Chusum (Painting School) and see the National Animal at the Takin Preserve. (Overnight: Thimphu)
Day 3: Thimphu to Punakha
Cross the Dochula Pass (3,100m) to see the 108 Chortens and panoramic Himalayan views.Walk through rice fields to Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple) to learn about the “Divine Madman.” (Overnight: Punakha)
Day 4: Punakha to Phobjikha
Explore the stunning Punakha Dzong, considered the most beautiful fortress in Bhutan.Drive to the high-altitude Phobjikha Valley and visit the Black-Necked Crane Center. (Overnight: Phobjikha)
Day 5: Phobjikha Exploration
Visit the 17th-century Gangtey Monastery and hike the Gangtey Nature Trail across the valley floor.Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch and experience the quiet, rural life of the glacial valley. (Overnight: Phobjikha)
Day 6: Phobjikha to Paro
Scenic drive back toward Paro, stopping for photography at the Tamchog Lhakhang iron bridge.Visit Paro Rinpung Dzong and the National Museum (Ta Dzong) for deep historical context. (Overnight: Paro)
Day 7 : Paro – Ultimate Hike
The essential all-day trek to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), perched 900m above the valley.Relax with a traditional Bhutanese Hot Stone Bath and visit the ancient Kyichu Lhakhang. (Overnight: Paro)
Day 8 : Departure
Enjoy a final Bhutanese breakfast and exchange photos with your guide.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.