Itinerary Details
Bhutan boasts serene beauty like nowhere on the planet. Hence it is the best chioce for people who is seeking a tranquil destination for enjoying yoya. This route is designed with wellness and unforgettable experience, which helps you reach the balance of both good physical and mental health. Deeply immerse in the mesmerizing world of Bhutan's attractions, take the endless pleasure with unique local experiences, and you will find the inner peace and happiness deep inside your soul.
lunch and dinner
Welcome to Bhutan!
Upon arrival at Paro Airport, our guide will be waiting for you at the exit and welcome you with our traditional scarfs. Then we will drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, which takes about 1 hour. En route, you can walk across the long standing Tachhogang Bridge. After reaching Thimphu, lunch will be planned for you at a traditional restaurant with authentic Bhutanese cuisine. After lunch, transfer to hotel and check in.
In the afternoon, you will start your happiness trip in beautiful Bhutan. You will first make a visit to the Memorial Chorten. This beautiful Tibetan style chorten was built in 1974 to honor the Bhutan’s third King, His Late Majesty, King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. It is regarded as the most conspicuous landmark in Thimphu and is also the center of daily worship for Bhutanese.
Next, you will head to the Zilukha Nunnery. It boasts tranquil and harmonious atmosphere like all temples in Bhutan, and offers a wonderful perspective overlooking the Thimphu fortress. You can stroll around the nunnery and meet the nuns.
In the late afternoon, pay a visit to the Tashichho Dzong, also known as "fortress of the glorious religion". It is initially built in 1641 and now is the office of Majesty the king and the government. This magnificent architecture is adorned with many traditional delicate patterns. It is at its most splendid and elegant appearance from outside when the lights come on at dusk.
After the tour, return to hotel. In the evening, you can join in a yoga session.
Overnight in Thimphu.
Accommodation option:
- Tara Phendeyling Hotel
- (3 Ratings)
Tashichhoe Dzong
breakfast and lunch and dinner
Take a morning yoga session by a Yoga teacher.
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at your hotel. You will first visit the Buddha Dordenma statue. It is the largest statue in the country with 51.5 meters high. Located at a short drive from Thimphu city centre, you can get a good overview of the Thimphu valley from the Buddha point (Kuensel Phodrang).
We then visit the Changangkha Temple built in the 12th century. It is a fortress and monastic school perched on a ridge above Thimphu. From the temple courtyard, you can catch the fascinating views of Thimphu valley. Have lunch in local restaurant.
In the afternoon, we will visit National Institute of Zorig Chusum. This institute, also known as 'the painting school', operates four- to six-year courses of Bhutan's 13 traditional arts. Students specialise in each skill, such as painting, sculpturing, wood carving, embroidery, weaving, etc. The showroom sells good-value pieces made by students. Continue your excursion to the Mini Takin Zoo, a sanctuary for Takins, to see the National Animal of Bhutan.
Afterwards, we will visit Bhutan Post Office to personalize your own Bhutan stamps. Nowadays, Barehutan is still the world leader in stamp design, printing and material diversity. You can use your own images to customize your Bhutan stamps and send it with postcards and letters to your friends and family. Later, return to hotel.
Overnight in Thimphu.
Accommodation option:
- Tara Phendeyling Hotel
- (3 Ratings)
Changangkha Lhakhang
breakfast and lunch and dinner
After a morning yoga session, we will drive to Punakha valley via Dochula Pass(2.5 hours). Dochula Pass(3150m) offers splendid views of the distant Himalayas in clear day. You can enjoy the magnificent view of the mountains while sipping your tea or coffee at the cafeteria where we will stop.
At the same time, you can also admire the 108 stupas located here. It is called the "Chukwangye Monument" and was established in 2005 by the Bhutanese government to honor the victory of the war. The stupas are surrounded by colorful prayer flags floating in the wind.
Upon arrival at Punakha, take a pleasant walk across the terraced fields of Sopsokha village to visit Chimi Lhakhang built in 15th century. It is dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley, also known as "Divine Madman". He was the representative of strong fecundity, so Chimi Lhakhang impresses tourists more with the phallus belief which can be easily seen in every corner of the surrounding villages and the temple. Now the Temple is known to be a sacred place to pray for having a baby.
We will continue to visit the Punakha Dzong (The Palace of Great Happiness). The most beautiful fortress in Bhutan was strategically built at the confluence of two rivers Pho Chu (Father River) and Mo Chu (Mother River) in 1637. You will marvel at the majestic architecture and the wonderful murals, as well as its numerous precious relics. The ancient Dzong, clear river and beautiful purple-blue flowers compose a peaceful and romantic picture.
In nearby, you can take a walk in the magnificent suspension bridge connecting local villages. You may meet the locals or the students heading home after school.
Overnight in Punakha.
Accommodation option:
- Meri Puensum Resort
- (3 Ratings)
Punakha Dzong
breakfast and lunch and dinner
Breakfast at hotel. Then we will visit a few places of interest in Punakha including Sangchen Dorji Lhendrup Nunnery and Lobesa Farmer’s town. Sangchen Dorji Lhendrup Nunnery is famous for its Nepali-style stupa and sensational views of Punakha Valley.
Then, we will drive back to Paro via Dochula Pass. The rest of day is free to relax or explore Paro town by your own. In the evening, you can take a yoga session.
Overnight in Paro.
Accommodation option:
- Khangkhu Resort
- (3 Ratings)
Dochula Pass
breakfast and lunch and dinner
After breakfast at hotel, you will start your tour to Paro Taktsang. Taktsang Lhakhang, known as Tiger’s Nest, is Bhutan’s most iconic landmark and religious site. It is also one of the most prestigious holy places of Guru Padmasambhava in Bhutan. Your trip in Bhutan would be incomplete without a visit to this remarkable heritage site.
It miraculously clings to a sheer cliff nearly 1,000 meters above the Paro Valley. You need to follow a steep trail to reach the temple for around 2 hours. It could make you exhausted but the spectacular view along the way definitely well-worth your try. You may come across many locals who are exhausted but full of strength and pious expression.
There is a viewpoint halfway to the Tigers Nest. On the way up, you can stop for a coffee break and on the way down have lunch at the same cafeteria. After the hike, it is the best choice to enjoy the unique traditional hot water bath to wash away your tiredness.
Overnight in Paro.
Accommodation option:
- Khangkhu Resort
- (3 Ratings)
Taktsang Lhakhan
breakfast and lunch and dinner
Take a morning yoga session. Afterwards, you will join a cooking class in the farmhouse. It is a good chance to learn how to cook authentic Bhutanese cuisines.
Then we will proceed to visit the National Museum. It was once the watch tower built to defend Rinpung fortress below during inter-valley wars of the 17th century, since 1967 Ta Dzong is served as the National Museum of the country. It holds fascinating collection of art, relics, religious thangkha paintings and exquisite postage stamps.
You will also visit Paro Fortress. Located on the bank of the Paro Chhu (river), a place of strategic importance, Paro Dzong was used as a fort to protect the Paro Valley from the invasions by Tibet. The approach to the Dzong is through a traditional covered bridge called Nemi Zam. A walk through the bridge, over a stone inlaid path, offers a good view of the the stunning architectures and the beautiful scenery around.
The next destination is Kyichu Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage temples in Bhutan. It is also the oldest temples of the Kingdom dating back to 7th century. The temple complex is composed of two temples. The first temple was built by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo in the 7th century and in 1968, H.M. Ashi Kesang, the Queen Mother of Bhutan, built the second temple in original pattern.
Later, you can explore Paro town with your guide and spend some time visiting the little cafes and shops.
Overnight in Paro.
Accommodation option:
- Khangkhu Resort
- (3 Ratings)
Bhutan Cooking Class
breakfast
It’s time to say goodbye to beautiful Bhutan. About 3 hours before your scheduled flight, your guide will pick you up and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.