Private 8 Days Best Bhutan Tour with Exclusive Guide and Car

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Paro, Transfer to Thimphu for half-day sightseeing
4 stops
1
Paro
Welcome to Bhutan. If you come from Kathmandu, you must have enjoyed the snow scenery of the Himalaya Mountains, and may have seen the famous Kanchenjunga and Jichu Drake Peaks if on a clear day. That is a wonderful start to your dream trip to Bhutan. Once your flight arrives at Paro airport, our guide will meet you and transfer you to the capital city Thimphu. On the way, you will see the Tamchog Lhakhang Iron Bridge.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
National Memorial Chorten
After checking in at the hotel, you will have a Thimphu city tour including the National 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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
3
Buddha Dordenma
Then we will visit the Buddha Dordenma Statue, reputed as the largest seated statue of Buddha in the world. In addition to the Buddha itself, the 360-degree unobstructed panorama view of the city would be a reward for you.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)
Next we will go to Thimphu Dzong (Tashichho Dzong), a finest example of Bhutanese architecture, is actually a beautiful fortress housing the King and government offices. The decoratively painted wood exterior with intricate carvings makes it a mandatory to take a lot of photos. The dinner will be served at Folk Heritage Cafeteria offering an authentic Bhutanese cuisine, local drinks, starter, main course and soup.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Thimphu full day cultural tour
2 stops
5
Tango Buddhist Institute
After breakfast, drive to the Thimphu Valley, then walk through the forest to Tango Buddhist Institute, the highest ranked Buddhist learning center in Bhutan. The climb takes about an hour in a paved path. It's steep at some points, but you can always stop to have breaks and enjoy the stunning scenery along the way. You can take it as a good practice for the ultimate hike to Tiger's Nest in Para later.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
6
National Folk Heritage Museum
In the afternoon, you will be exposed to the traditional handicrafts, history and culture of the country from the Thirteen Traditional Arts and Crafts School and the Folk Heritage Museum. Then we will go to Motithang Preserve.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass, Punakha highlights
4 stops
7
Simtokha Dzong
Today we are on our way to Punakha. En route, we will first stop at Simtokha Dzong, 8 km (5 miles）from Thimphu. This is the oldest temple in Bhutan, built by Lama Ngawang Namgyel in 1626-1627. The castle was once the social, religious and educational center of Bhutan, and now houses a cultural institute for Buddhist studies.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
8
Dochula Pass
Continue from Simtokha for about one hour, we will come across the Dochula Pass, which is a popular location among tourists offering a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of Himalayan mountain range, and have a nice glimpse of the 108 grand stupas.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Punakha Dzong
Then after another hour and a half of driving, we will arrive in Punaka. This afternoon, our guide will show you Punakha Dzong (Fortress). Built in 1637 between two rivers, the majestic Punakha fortress boasts itself of unique Bhutanese architecture.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Punakha Suspension Bridge
Later, we will reach Suspension Bridge to admire the fine views.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Private transfer to Phobjikha Valley
2 stops
11
Changangkha Lhakhang
After breakfast, we will drive about 30 minutes to Chhimi Lhakhang in the Punakha Valley. The monastery, built by Lama Drukpa Kunley and commonly known as the "Temple of Fertility", claims to have powers in increasing fertility in women. To reach the temple, you will walk from the highway for 30-40 minutes, passing through farmland and a small village.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
12
Phobjikha Valley
Then, continue to drive for 2.5 hours to Phobjikha Valley via Wangdue Phodrang and Pelela Pass at an altitude of 3400 meters (11,155 feet).
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Phobjikha Valley sightseeing with Gangtey Monastery
3 stops
13
Phobjikha Valley
Today, you will have a full day tour to the Phobjikha Valley, a secluded glacier valley with abundant wild animal resources. Your tour will begin with a hiking across Gangtey Nature Trail. During the 45 minutes relaxing trekking, the scenic natural surroundings are worth a seeing and preserving in your camera.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
14
Later, you will be accompanied to visit the Black-necked Crane Information Centre, and have a good time with the kids in Gangtey Primary School.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
15
Gangtey Monastery
At last, visit Gangtey Monastery with delicate wood carvings, delicate frescos and tranquil environment. For the rest of the time, we will take you to the farm house and local villages to experience the way the Bhutanese people live.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Drive back to Paro and visit Paro Dzong
2 stops
16
Paro
Today, we will drive 4.5-5 hours back to Paro via Dochula Pass.
4 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
17
Rinpung Dzong
This afternoon, you will visit the Paro Dzong, also known as Rinpung Dzong. It is a spectacular fortress rich with Bhutanese architecture and wall paintings. Now one part of the Dzong is used by government administrative offices, while another part is a monastery. The watchtower of the Dzong on the hill top is the National Museum of Bhutan. It will give you a lot of information about Bhutan.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Paro one day tour with Taktsang
1 stop
18
Paro Taktsang
After breakfast, the guide will accompany you to spend the whole morning hiking up to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest). As Bhutan's most recognizable cultural icon, the Taktsang perches about 900 meters (3000 feet) upon a sheer cliff above Paro Valley is like a ferocious tiger lying in its nest imposingly. Immersing in the picturesque scenery of continuous hills, serene river valleys and idyllic rurality, you would be deeply expressed by the unique Tiger's Nest. The trek to the temple takes about 2 to 3 hours. The path is steep and rough. It does take some stamina, but the view of the monastery and the surrounding valley will alleviate all your pain. Be sure to wear good hiking shoes or trainers.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Departure from Paro, Airport see-off
1 stop
19
Paro
Your best Bhutan tour will conclude today. After the checking out procedures, our guide will chauffeur you to the airport and see you off there. Please enjoy your homeward flight!
1 hour • Admission ticket free

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