Overview
- Journey style
- Cultural Tours
- Route
- Gangtey · Haa · Paro · Punakha · Thimphu · Wangdue Phodrang
- Flexibility
- Private and fully customisable
This journey takes you through the mountain passes of Dochula (3,140m) and Chelela (3,810m), offering panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains. Along the Chelela pass, explore the ridges for some of Bhutan’s exotic wildflowers. Once at Punakha, you will enjoy the very authentic sense of community which is everywhere among the locals within Bhutan. Enjoy traditional cuisine and warm hospitality at a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse in Paro.
During the trip, you can look forward to:
- Discover Bhutan’s eternal Culture, Heritage, and Tradition
- Enjoy the aesthetic architectural fortresses and monasteries
- Explore the ancient living culture of Bhutan
- Learn more about the tribes of people, ecology, and religion.
Highlights
- Seasons: Throughout the year
Price includes
- A minimum of 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 stars can be upgraded at an additional fee)
- All meals / Tea & snacks
- All internal transport (excluding Domestic flights)
- Sightseeing with entrance fees
- An experienced English speaking tour leader
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), government fees & visa fee
Price excludes
- Flights
- Travel & Health Insurance
- Additional personal expenses such as souvenirs, meals, snacks, alcohol, laundry, tips, and gratuities for the tour leader and staff.
The Sustainable Development Fee, visa and permits are all included — see how the Bhutan visa & permits process works.
Day by day
Itinerary
Day 01 Arrival: Paro - Thimphu
Driving duration: 1.5 hrs/ 65 km
Elevation: 2350m / 7710ft
Drive on to Thimphu, Thimphu sightseeing
Attractions
- Memorial Chorten
- Tashichhodzong
- Explore Thimphu Town
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu
Day 02 Thimphu - Cultural Sightseeing
Elevation: 2350m / 7710ft
Thimphu sightseeing
Attractions:
- Buddha Point
- Takin Preservation Center
- The National Library
- Centenary Farmers Markets
- Authentic Bhutanese Crafts street
- Zilukha Nunnery
Overnight in Thimphu
Day 03 Thimphu – Phobjikha/Gangtey
Driving duration: 135 km /3hrs
Elevation: 2900 m /9,800ft
Drive to Phobjikha, Phobjikha sightseeing
Attractions
- Dochula Pass
- Gangtey Monastery
- Gangtey Nature Trial (Hike through Phobjikha Valley)
- Black Necked Crane Information Centre
Overnight in Phobjikha
Day 04 Phobjikha – Punakha
Driving duration: 2 hrs/78 km
Elevation: 1310m / 4300ft
Drive to Punakha, Punakha sightseeing
Attractions
- Chimmi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Punakha Dzong
- Suspension Bridge
Overnight at the hotel in Punakha
Day 05 Punakha - Haa
Driving duration: 180km/ 7hrs
Elevation: 2670m /8758ft
Drive to Haa, Haa sightseeing
Attractions
- Lhakhang Karpo ( White Temple)
- Juneydrak Hermitage
- Explore Haa Town
Overnight at the hotel in Haa
Day 06 Haa - Paro
Driving duration: 2 hrs/ 65 km
Elevation: 2250m / 7382ft
Drive on to Paro, Paro sightseeing
Attractions
-Chelela Pass( 3,988 meters /13,083 ft. )
-Paro National Museum (Ta Dzong)
-Paro Dzong
Overnight at the hotel in Paro
Day 07 Paro - Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs roundtrip
Elevation: 3120m / 10236ft
Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang)
Attractions
- Explore Paro Town
- Optional: Paro Homestay (Traditional Village House)
Overnight at the hotel in Paro
Day 08 Departure
After breakfast, you will be escorted to Paro’s international Airport as per the departure time for your departure.
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