Overview
About the Destination:
Nestled in the lap of the Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan, the ‘Land of Thunder Dragons’, boasts of its scenic splendours and appeals. One of the neighbouring countries to India, this scenic land is bestowed with diverse natural beauty, lofty peaks, gurgling rivers and enchanting meadows.
Known for its friendly locals, a visit to this scenic and quaint country is all about revisiting indigenous cultures and traditions. Whether you are yearning for a fascinating tour among the towering peaks, or wish to attain mental solace, or just want to have immense fun on your holiday, visit here in Bhutan tour package and you will never be disappointed on your decision!
About the Departure with Details:
The Bhutan cultural tour will expose participants to a whole new and fascinating world that is known for its monasteries, natural beauty and other fascinating places of interest. During the course of the entire Bhutan package tour, one will be given the opportunity to visit Art & Craft School, National Library, Royal goldsmith workshop Chendebji chorten, Wangduephodrang Dzong, Phobjikhs Valley and other beautiful landmarks that defines the country at its best!
Meal Types: All meals during the course of the bhutan trip
Activities: Sightseeing & Historical Tour
Duration: 5N/6D
Difficulty Level: Easy
Things To Carry
Comfortable clothes
Good quality trekking shoes, slippers and extra pair of socks
Sunscreen lotion or any other skin moisturisers
Water bottles, trendy backpack and energy bars/snacks
A pair of sunglasses and camera
Caps or hats
Personal toiletries and basic medication (if any)
Flash light (with spare batteries)
Insect repellent and emergency medical kit
Itinerary
Day 1 – Thimphu City Tour
Art & Craft School, National Library, Royal Goldsmith Workshop, Handicraft Centre
Post today’s breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour and visit a local hospital that still makes use of traditional medicine and proceed towards Art & Craft School, National Library, Royal goldsmith workshop and Handicraft Centers. Post lunch, visit the Memorial Chorten while marvelling the scenic views of the entire Thimphu valley. Evening will be spent at leisure followed by an overnight stay.
Day 2 – Drive from Thimpu to Wangdue/Punkaha (via Dochu La Pass) (70km/2 Hours)
Dochu La Pass, Wangduephodrang, Mehsina Village, Punakha Dzong
Today’s drive will take you through the Dochu La Pass, from where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayan Range if weather permits. Continuing with the drive, you will finally arrive in Wangduephodrang; on the way, make it to Mehsina Village and visit Chime Lhakhang, the ‘Temple of Fertility’.
Post lunch in a local restaurant, continue with the drive and make it to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan. Conclude the day with a visit to the Punakha Dzong that was built in 1637 and is one of the most gorgeous dzongs in Bhutan; overnight stay in Punkaha/Wangdue.
Day 3 – Drive from Wangdue/Punkaha to Paro
Local Shopping in Paro Main Street
After having breakfast in Punkaha, embark on an enthralling journey to the beautiful city of Paro. An exciting part of the day will include a visit to Main Street, where you can indulge in local shopping. Markets in this region are popular for brassware, silk and cotton, incense sticks, silver jewellery and several other indigenous materials. Arriving in PAro, check-in into a hotel and spend the evening at total leisure.
Day 4 – Paro Exploration and Sightseeing
Tango monastery, Rinpung Dzong and Nya-mey Zam
Begin the day with a spiritual visit to the Tango Monastery. Residence of Desi Tenzin Rabgye, the reincarnated form of the monk who built the monastery, it is also an important Buddhist learning centre in Bhutan. Post this, visit the Ta Dzong, a natural museum and Rinpung Dzong that defended Bhutan from the Tibetan invaders.
Continuing with the tour after lunch, visit Nya-mey Zam Bridge that is also called the ‘Bridge with no Fish’ and unfold some of the myths and mysteries of Bhutan. Come evening, return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.