7 DAYS – The Journey
- Upon arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be greeted by a representative of BTS Tours and transported to your comfortable hotel in Thimphu
- Check-in to Hotel.
- Explore Thimphu valley, home to the seat of Bhutan’s Royal Government and Central Monastic Body.
- Join yourself with elderly people circumambulating the National Memorial Chorten, one of the most visible religious structures in Thimphu.
- Cherish the fascinating panoramic view of Thimphu City from Buddha Dordenma, one of the biggest sitting Statue of Buddha in the world.
- Visit Tashi Chhoe Dzong known as the “Fortress of the Glorious Religion”, the fortress houses the throne room and office of his majesty the King of Bhutan.
- Leisure in Thimphu City.
- Dinner at Hotel.
- Overnight at Thimphu.
- Breakfast at hotel and visit more exciting sites in Thimphu today.
- Visit the Zilukha Nunnery to discover the lifestyle of nuns residing in the monastery.
- Take a walk by the busiest Centenary Farmer Market where fresh Bhutanese produce are available.
- Visit the Royal Takin Preserve and observe Bhutan’s National Animal Takin, the fascinating odd looking animal.
- Take a short hike to Wangditse Nature Trail and capture the admirable view of Thimphu Valley.
- Leisure in Thimphu City.
- Dinner at Hotel.
- Overnight at Thimphu.
- Early breakfast at hotel and drive towards majestic Phobjikha Valley.
- Stop at Dochula Pass to capture a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain ranges.
- Descending from Dochula Pass, enjoy a hike to Chimi Lhakhang, a temple dedicated to the ‘Divine Madman’, adorned with phallic symbols.
- Lunch at Hotel Lobesa.
- Drive and wonder through Phobjikha Valley, the winter home of the endangered Black-necked crane, it is one of the most prestigious and breath-taking places in Bhutan.
- Hotel Check In.
- Dinner at Hotel.
- Overnight at Phobjikha.
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Explore the courtyard of Gangtey Goenpa in Phobjikha valley.
- Meander along the Gangtey Nature Trail, crossing streams, rhododendron gardens and villages.
- Lunch at Local Restaurant.
- Observe the interesting facts about Black Necked Crane in the form of videos, brochures and diagrammatic presentations at Black Necked Crane Information Center.
- Leisure and dinner at Hotel.
- Overnight at Phobjikha.
- Breakfast at Hotel.
- Drive to the north along Mo Chu River and Relish a picnic breakfast at the Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten and enjoy the bird eye view of the fertile Punakha Valley.
- Enter the courtyard of Pungthang Dewachen Phodrang – Palace of Great Happiness, the beautiful fortress is the winter residence of Bhutan’s Central Monastic Body.
- Walk along the longest Suspension bridge and cross the Pho Chu River.
- Lunch at Local Restaurant.
- Drive to beautiful Paro Valley, one of the picturesque region and a widest valley in the Kingdom, covered with fertile rice fields and beautiful crystal line river meandering down the valley.
- Leisure in Paro Town.
- Hotel Check in.
- Dinner at Hotel.
- Overnight at Paro.
- Breakfast at hotel, then drive to Paro Tiger’s Nest Base/ Parking Lot.
- Hike to the Tiger’s Nest, also known Taktsang Monastery perched 900 meters above the Paro Valley. This is the most spiritual place in Bhutan and popular pilgrimage site.
- Lunch at Taktsang Cafeteria.
- Leisure and Souvenir shopping at Paro Town.
- Experience the unique Bhutanese local way of wellness which combines the minerals of a hot stone bath with the healing khempa herb. Dinner at Local Farm House.
- Drive back to hotel and overnight at Paro.
- Breakfast at Hotel.
- Drive to Paro International Airport.
Culture & Festival
Adventure
Want to Mix and Match? Write to us!
Talk to us
Got specific itinerary in mind? Let us help and create a curated package for you. Enquire now and our dedicated team will take care of the rest.