Charming Bhutan 5 Nights / 6 Days
Charming Bhutan 5 Nights / 6 Days
Overview
Memorial Chorten
Dochula Pass
Punakha Dzong
Tamchog Lhakhang
Tiger’s Nest Hike (Taktsang Monastery)
with Varina International Tourism Pvt. Ltd.
Schedule Details
Day 1 Arrive Paro - Thimphu - Thimphu Local Sightseeing
Upon arrival, guests will be welcomed by our representative of the tour. Transfer to your hotel in Thimphu. After lunch, visit Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Point): Home to the world’s largest sitting Buddha statue, offering panoramic views of Thimphu Valley. Motithang Takin Preserve: A natural preserve for Bhutan's national animal, the Takin, set in a forested area mimicking its natural habitat. Tashichho Dzong: A historic fortress and monastery, serving as the seat of the Bhutanese government and the central monastic body.
The evening is free to explore or relax. Overnight stay in Thimphu.
Day 2 Thimphu City Tour
After breakfast, visit the Immigration Office to extend your permit for Punakha. Then, explore various attractions , visiting Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory ,a private factory which produces traditional Bhutanese paper products, including lampshades and envelopes, made from the Daphne papyracea plant. The unique texture and earthy tones make these items perfect souvenirs.
Folk Heritage Museum- Opened in 2001, this museum showcases Bhutan’s rich cultural heritage through a replica traditional Bhutanese house. It offers insights into the Bhutanese way of life, particularly the rural lifestyle.
Memorial Chorten- Built in 1972 in memory of the Third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, this stupa is a significant place of worship in Thimphu. Locals come here to pray and gather good karma.
Changangkha Lhakhang- A 12th-century temple atop a hill, offering panoramic views of Thimphu Valley. It is dedicated to Chenrizig, the Buddha of Compassion, and is a popular site for couples seeking blessings for their children.
Later return back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Thimphu.
Day 3 Thimphu - Punakha (Approx. 90 Kms) - City tour
After breakfast, drive toward Punakha, stopping at Dochula Pass (3,150 m) for stunning views of the Himalayan range. Visit the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens, a tribute to Bhutan's kings.
Continue to Lobesa Village for lunch, then take a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility), dedicated to the Divine Mad Man, Lam Drukpa Kuenley.
(Note: The temple features certain sexual depictions as part of its cultural symbolism. Visitors may want to consider this aspect before deciding to visit, especially if they are concerned about the appropriateness for children.)
Next, visit Punakha Dzong, a historic fortress at the confluence of the Mo Chhu and Po Chhu rivers. Built in 1638, it is the second-largest Dzong in Bhutan, housing sacred relics and serving as a key religious site.
Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at Punakha.
Day 4 Punakha –Paro (Approx. 140 Kms) – City tour
After breakfast, drive towards Dochula and then to Paro. On the way, visit Tamchog Lhakhang, a 13th-century temple dedicated to Thangthong Gyalpo, known for its iron bridge. You’ll cross an old, swaying bridge to reach the temple, set against a scenic backdrop.
In Paro, visit the Ta Dzong (National Museum), once a watch tower, now showcasing Bhutanese art, antiques, textiles, and historical artifacts. Then, head to your destination in Paro.
Later check in to the hotel and rest of the evening is at leisure. Overnight stay in Paro.
Day 5 Paro - Tiger’s Nest Hike
After an early breakfast, drive to the base of Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), one of Bhutan’s most sacred sites. Guru Padmasambhava is believed to have meditated here after arriving on a flying tigress. The current structure, built in the 15th century, was restored after a fire in 1998. The 2-hour hike offers scenic views, with a tea point offering a great view of the monastery after 1 hour. Continue for another 45 minutes to the second viewpoint.Next, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples, dating back to the 7th century. Renovated in the 19th and 20th centuries, it’s considered a holy site. A notable feature is the orange tree that bears fruit year-round, regardless of the season.
Note: For those who prefer not to undertake the Tiger’s Nest Trek, an alternative option is an excursion to Chele La Pass, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. (at an additional cost)
Return back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Paro.
Day 6 Departure from Paro
After breakfast, bid farewell to the captivating kingdom of Bhutan as you are transferred to Paro International Airport for your onward journey. Depart with cherished memories of your cultural discoveries, stunning landscapes, and spiritual experiences in Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon.
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What's Included
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
- Welcome Drinks
- Lunch
- Transport
What's Excluded
- Airport Transfer
- BBQ Night
- Guide
- Insurance
- Outing Ticket
Activities
- City Tours
- Hiking
- Rural