Overview
- Journey style
- Cultural Tours
- Route
- Bumthang · Gangtey · Paro · Punakha · Thimphu · Trongsa
- Flexibility
- Private and fully customisable
A 9-days cultural tour begins with a majestic flight that offers breathtaking views of towering peaks like Mt. Everest, and Jumolhari. This tour package is carefully designed to immerse you in the unique culture and discover the secrets that keep the Buddhist religion alive and vibrant in Bhutan. On the journey, discover the tales surrounding Lam Drukpa Kuenley, also known as “the Divine Madman,” one of Bhutan’s most unusual saints.
During the tour, you can anticipate to discover and acknowledge:
- The habitat of the endangered Black Necked Cranes in the Phobjikha valley.
- Trip to the Old capital of Bhutan
- The scenic Paro valley (Rice Bowl of Bhutan)
- Visit to the Tigers’ lair for its majestic and unique architecture.
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: 1.5hrs/ 65 km
Elevation: 2350m / 7710ft
Drive on to Thimphu, Thimphu sightseeing
Attractions:
- National Memorial Chorten
- Tashichho Dzong
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu
Day 02 Thimphu - Cultural Sightseeing
Elevation: 2200m/ 7218ft
Cultural sightseeing in Thimphu
Attractions:
- Buddha Point
- Takin Preservation Center
- 13 Traditional Art Forms (Zorig Chusum)
- Zilukha Nunnery
- Centenary Farmers’ Market
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu
Day 03 Thimphu - Punakha
Driving Duration: 2hrs/ 77 km
Elevation: 1310m / 4300ft
Drive on to Punakha, Punakha sightseeing
Attractions:
- Dochula Pass
- Chimmi Lhakhang
- Punakha Dzong
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
Overnight in Punakha
Day 04 Punakha - Bumthang via Trongsa
Driving Duration: 6 hrs/ 197 km
Elevation: 2800m / 9185ft
Drive on to Bumthang via Trongsa Dzongkhag
Attractions:
- Glimpse of Wangdue Phodrang Dzong
- Pele la Pass (3,300m)
- Chendebji Chorten
- Trongsa Dzong
- Chumey weaving Centre in Bumthang
Overnight at the lodge in Bumthang
Day 05 ; Bumthang Sightseeing
Elevation: 2800m / 9185ft
After breakfast proceed with the sightseeing in Bumthang Valley
Attractions:
- Jambey Lhakhang
- Kurje Lhakhang
- Tamshing Lhakhang
- Jakar Dzong
- Bumthang Domestic Airport
Overnight at the lodge in Bumthang
Day 06 Bumthang - Gangtey/Phobjikha
Driving Duration: 4hrs/ 130km
Elevation: 2900m / 9510ft
Drive on to Phobjikha/ Gangtey for sightseeing
Attractions:
- Pele la Pass
- Gangtey Monastery
- Gangtey Nature Trail
- Phobjikha Valley
- Black Necked Crane information Center
Overnight halt in Gangtey
Day 07 Gangtey - Paro
Driving Duration: 4hrs/ 195km
Elevation: 2250m / 7382ft
After having breakfast, drive on to Paro
Attractions:
- Simtokha Dzong
- Ta Dzong ( National Museum)
- Paro Dzong/ Fortress
- Explore Paro Town
Overnight at the hotel in Paro
Day 08 Paro - Hike to the Tiger's Nest Monastery
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs roundtrip
Elevation: 3120m / 10236ft
A day hike to the Tiger's Nest, Paro Sightseeing
Attractions:
- Paro Taktsang
- Visit traditional Homestay
Overnight at the hotel in Paro
Day 09 Departure
Breakfast at the hotel, then our representatives will escort you to the airport where exit formalities will be completed for your departure and bid you farewell.
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