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Highlights

This 10-day Bhutan culture tour will take you to visit the most popular travel destinations of Bhutan. Travel from Paro to Thimpohu, Punakha, Gangtey, Trongsa and Bumthang. The private transportation with an informative tour guide will take you to see this magical kingdom's stunning landscapes dotted with impressive fortresses and monasteries.

Itinerary

Arrival in Paro, Transfer to Thimphu for city exploration

  • Paro

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Paro airport is the only international airport in Bhutan, which is around 65 kilometers away from the capital city - Thimphu. Once your flight arrives at the airport, your guide will greet you there and transfer you to the hotel in Thimphu.

  • Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    On the way, you will see the Tachogang Lhakhang Iron Bridge, which crosses the Paro Chhu River to a small Dzong (fortress). This is the first bridge to have ever been built in Bhutan.

  • Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    After a short rest at the hotel, you will be escorted to visit the Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten), built in memory of the third King of Bhutan Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. It is actually a stupa, housing many valuable religious paintings and Buddha statues. Over here you will see many local people circumambulating the Chorten throughout the day.

  • Buddha Dordenma

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Next visit the Buddha Dordenma Statue. It is 169 feet tall and located high atop a mountain, so it can be viewed from anywhere in the town.

  • Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Thimphu Dzong (TashiChho Dzong) is a large fort originally built in the 13th century. Now it houses the government administration, King's office and a temple.
  • Accommodations
    Hotel Tashi Yoedling (3 stars) or simila
    Food And Drinks
    Lunch
    Dinner
Thimphu one day cultural tour with Tango Monastery

  • Tango Buddhist Institute

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    This morning, you will spend 1.5 hours hiking to the Tango Monastery, one of top institutes of Buddhist learning in Bhutan.

  • National Institute for Zorig Chusum

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    In the afternoon, pay a visit to National Institute for Zorig Chusum or Thirteen Traditional Arts and Crafts School, a place for youth to learn skills like Knitting and carving.

  • National Folk Heritage Museum

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Then proceed to the Folk Heritage Museum, which houses a lot of folk relics.

  • Motithang Takin Preserve

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Conclude today's Bhutan travel package at the Motithang Takin Preserve to watch the Bhutan's national animal - Takin before visiting the Traditional Paper Making Factory.
  • Accommodations
    Hotel Tashi Yoedling (3 stars) or similar
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Drive to Punakha, Punakha sightseeing with hiking to Chimmi Lhakang

  • Punakha

    2 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    After breakfast, you will be taken to Punakha, the ancient capital of Bhutan, Punakha, with an elevation of 1,200 meters above sea level. It takes around 2.5 hours driving.

  • Dochula Pass

    40 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    On the way to Punakha, stopover at Dochula Pass, where you can have a coffee break and see the 108 grand stupas. If it is a clear day, you will get great views of the Himalayas mountain ranges.

  • Chimi Lhakhang Temple

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Then visit the Chimmi Lhakhang. This small hilly temple is very popular as a lot of couples travel here to be blessed for a child.

  • Punakha Dzong

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Located at the confluence of Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers, Punakha Dzong is the second largest Dzong in Bhutan and is also considered as the most beautiful Dzong in terms of history, location and architecture.

  • Punakha Suspension Bridge

    40 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Very close to the dzong is the longest suspension bridge in the country. The views from this bridge are outstanding with the rivers flowing below. You will stay overnight in Punakha.
  • Accommodations
    Lobesa Lodge (3 stars) or similar
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Travel to Gangtey by car, Sightseeing tour with Gangtey Monastery

  • Gangtey

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Today, drive to Gangtey/Phobjikha to continue your 10 days Bhutan tour package. On the way, you will be guided to visit the Renchengang Village, which is famous for stone works.

  • Gangtey Monastery

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Upon arrival, you will visit Gangtey Monastery with beautiful murals.
  • Accommodations
    Hotel Dewachen (3 stars) or similar
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Hiking across Gangtey Nature Trail, 5-6 hour's scenic drive to Trongsa

  • Gangtey nature trail view point

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    After a big breakfast, you will escorted to hike across the Gangtery Nature Trail. Then, reach the Crane Information Center and visit the Gangtery primary school to meet up with children and teachers.

  • Trongsa

    6 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Thereafter, take a 5-6 hour's scenic drive to Trongsa.

  • Chendebji Chorten

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    On the road, cross Pele La Pass and make a short stop at the Chenbdji Chorten.
  • Accommodations
    Yangkhil Resort or similar
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Trongsa exploration with Trongsa Dzong, Private transfer to Bumthang

  • Tongsa Dzong

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Today's Bhutan tour package starts with a visit to Today's Bhutan tour package starts with a visit to Trongsa Dzong.

  • Bumthang

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    After that, your guide will lead you to Bumthang through a 4 hours' drive. On the way, we will visit the weaving center and shops.
  • Accommodations
    Hotel Valley Resort or similar
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Bumthang full-day highlights tour

  • Bumthang District

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    This morning, explore the charm of Bumthang valley by visiting the grand Kurje Lhakhang, Jambey Lhakang, and Tamshing Lhakhang that has a collection of oldest murals.

  • Jakar Dzong

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Later, turn to Jakar Dzong, the administrative center of Bumthang. Then stroll in the nearby village and have a leisure time at a local handicraft shop. In the afternoon, continue to visit Lhodrak Kharchhu Monastery.
  • Accommodations
    Hotel Valley Resort or similar
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Fly from Bumthang to Paro, Half-day Paro sightseeing

  • Paro

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    This morning your guide will see you off at the airport for a 25 minutes' flight to Paro. Upon arrival, your local guide will transfer you to the hotel.

  • National Museum

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    After a short break, you will be escorted to visit Ta Dzong, used as the National Museum at present.

  • Rinpung Dzong

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Later, turn to Paro Dzong. It is an ancient fortress, also called Rinpung Dzong. You will see numerous beautiful paintings, murals, artifacts and statues of Buddha in this colorful traditional Bhutanese wooden architecture. Now it is the administration office, so dressing up adequately is well respected.
  • Accommodations
    Tashi Namgay Resort (3 stars) or similar
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Paro one day tour with Taktsang

  • Paro Taktsang

    5 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Taktsang, Tiger's Nest in English, is the most famous and sacred monastery in Bhutan. It is located in a cliff side over 900 meters above the Paro Valley.

  • Kyichu Lhakhang

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Then you will visit the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan. It was built in the 7th century by Tibetan Emperor Songtsan Gampo. Later, visit Aum Chencho Farm house. Chatting with the family members is a good way to know how they live in the land of happiness.
  • Accommodations
    Tashi Namgay Resort (3 stars) or similar
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Departure from Paro, Airport see-off

  • Paro

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    This Bhutan holiday packages ends today. Your guide will see you off at the airport.
  • Food And Drinks
    Breakfast

What's included

INCLUDED

Entrance fees for all tourist sites
Private English-speaking tour guide
Economy class airfare of Bumthang - Paro
Lunch (9)
Dinner (9)
Breakfast (9)
Bhutan Visa Fee and all Government Royalty and Taxes.
Private driver & air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel accommodation based on twin-sharing room

NOT INCLUDED

International flight into and out of Bhutan
Gratuities
Personal travel insurance

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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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