5 Days Bhutan Tour: A deep dive into the land of happiness
This tour to beautiful Bhutan covers 5 days, filled with deep culture, beautiful Nature as well as Spiritual experience. Taking off from Paro city, which proudly represents its iconic Tigers Nest Monastery (Taktsang Monastery), your trip take you to the capital of Bhutan, Thimphu. In Thimphu, you will explore the Buddha Dordenma statue and the enormous dzongs. A scenic, typically driving through Punakha nearly takes you to the impressive Punakha Dzong. The entire 5 day tour will surround you with an atmosphere of calm throughout this peaceful Bhutanese lifestyle, adding up delightful beautiful escape from the gorgeous culture and tranquillity.
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05 Days Bhutan Tour
Trip Summary
- Trip Duration5 Days
- Difficulty Level Moderate
- Maximum Altitude 3120m
- Activity tour/hike
- Starts/Ends Paro/Paro
- Best Season anytime
Highlights
Highlights of 5 Days Bhutan Tour
- Paro International Airport,
- Explore the capital of Bhutan- Thimphu.
- Explore beautiful dzongs- Rinpung Dzong, Tashichho Dzong, Punakha Dzong, Simtokha Dzong,
- Explore Chimi Lhakhang “The fertility Temple”, Tachog lhakhang, Memorial Chorten,
- Giant Buddha statue “Buddha Dordenma.”
- Bhutan’s highest mountains from Dochula Pass.
- National Museum of Bhutan.
- Hike to the very famous Taktsang Monastery, explore Paro Valley
- Visit local markets
- Dinner at a local farmhouse with a local family
Itinerary
Once you arrive at Paro International Airport, your Bhutanese guide will welcome you. A short drive will take you to the Tachog Lhakhang, a 16th-century temple with a historic suspension bridge built by the “Iron bridge builder” Thangtong Gyalpo.
Enjoy a scenic drive to Thimphu, passing through the beautiful villages and big pine forests. Take a short rest after checking into the hotel in Thimphu and later your guide will take you to explore the beautiful Tashichho Dzong, a big fortress- a monastery housing the king’s office. Then after visiting the Memorial Chorten, a spiritual center where locals spin prayer wheels and monks chant Buddhist mantras. Then, you will see the impressive 51-meter-tall Buddha Dordenma statue, offering stunning views of Thimphu Valley.
Stroll around Thimphu’s beautiful streets in the evening, visit local markets, or savor authentic Bhutanese cuisine.
Your day begins with the early morning breakfast and drive to Punakha, crossing the Dochula Pass (3100 Meters). On clear days, this pass offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan ranges which also includes some of Bhutan’s highest peaks. The pass has 108 memorial chortens, which were built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk, the eldest Queen Mother to give tribute to Bhutanese soldiers.
3 Hours of driving takes you to the Punakha Dzong which is an outstanding example of Bhutanese architecture, this fortress is located at the conflux of the Pho Chhu (Male River) and Mo Chhu (Female River). Here you can explore beautifully decorated halls and learn about its historical significance as Bhutan’s Former capital.
After Punakha Dzong your next destination is Chhimi Lhakhang: Here you will go through traditional villages to reach this historic place “Temple of Fertility” which is dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kunley, who is well known for his unique teaching style. The temple is a very popular destination for those couple who are looking for blessing of fertility and starting a family. Overnight in Punakha.
The return journey to the Paro starts once you complete your breakfast at your hotel in Punakha. Today you will enjoy an easy drive back to Paro City, passing through the impressive Dochula Pass (3100m), and beautiful villages. On the way back to Paro you may be free to stop your car along the way for a short tea break and photos. After you go through the Dochula Pass, Visit 1629 made the beautiful Dzong of Bhutan's history which is called Simtokha Dzong, where you will witness its vast walls wooden carvings, and beautiful paintings. Then, move towards the National Museum in Ta Dzong, to get information related to Bhutan's history and culture through interesting exhibits. Finally, take an evening look through Paro town, where you can find local shops to get souvenirs for your family and friends like hand-woven textiles, crafts, and tasty Bhutanese treats.
You will start your day with an early hike to Bhutan’s most famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery which is a 5-6 hour round trip journey through step terrain and pine forest. This hike offers you stunning views of Paro valley. The monastery perched 900 meters above the Paro valley, is believed to be where Guru Padmasambhava meditated in the 8th century. Enjoy a traditional Bhutanese lunch halfway down the trail. Afterward, visit Ringpung Dzong, a 17th-century fortress known for its beautiful Bhutanese architecture and historical significance. And later visit a local farmhouse to experience rural life, taste homemade tea, and relax. Spend the night in Paro.
Depending on your flight timing your guide will escort you to Paro International Airport early in the morning or later, ensuring a smooth departure.
Cost Details
Cost Includes
- Private transportation.
- All necessary travel permits
- English speaking local guide.
- Accommodation on Single/Twin room basis.
- Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Meal plan: Full Board Basis (Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner)
- Bhutanese Government daily $100 SDF charge
- Flight ticket for Kathmandu to Paro to Kathmandu
Cost Excludes
- Insurance of any kind.
- Additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance
- Personal expenses such as drink, guide tips & etc.
Essential Information
Trip Information – Best to Know for Visitors
Requirements of Visa: Tourists all over the world need pre-arranged visas. Your tour organiser will have all the information and can handle the process, but you have to make sure about your passport's validity which should be more than six months from your travel date.
Best Time to Visit Bhutan: Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer a clear mountain view and the best weather conditions.
Cultural Sensitivity: You should dress modestly when entering Monasteries, temples, and Dzongs. You should cover your shoulders and knees, and remove the shoes before entering religious sites or specific sites.
Health & Fitness: The Tiger’s Nest hike requires moderate to high fitness. Prepare yourself by doing some cardiovascular exercises before the trip.
Currency: The Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN) is pegged to the Indian Rupee (INR) which is also widely accepted. Credit cards are limited to larger establishments.
Accommodation & food: in this package cost you will be provided a twin room, where a single room supplement also can be requested with an additional fee. In the peak season, there might be a shortage of room within a short period so it is better to book your trip a few earlier. Talking about the food, you will get a full board meal plan, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Where rice is the main body of Bhutanese meals, which comes with other local dishes including meat and vegetables.
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