7-Day Bhutan Journey of Distinction
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Overview
Drive over high mountain passes and through rapidly changing vegetation from pine forests to hills covered in rhododendrons, magnolias and dwarf bamboo – abundant with birds and wildlife. This is Bhutan. The highlight of this Bhutan vacation is your time in the beautiful Thimphu Valley.
Visit ancient fortresses, temples, monasteries, markets, farmhouses and museums in Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Phobjikha; finishing your trip with a iconic hike to Tiger’s Nest - Taktshang Monastery.
Visit ancient fortresses, temples, monasteries, markets, farmhouses and museums in Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Phobjikha; finishing your trip with a iconic hike to Tiger’s Nest - Taktshang Monastery.
Itinerary
Day 1
Thimphu Sightseeing
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Kick start your sightseeing of Bhutan’s at the largest Buddha statue perched on the hill overlooking the entire Thimphu valley below and magnificent views, markets, the National Textile Museum, a popular temple on a ridge above central Thimphu humming with pilgrims and a fortress.
Accommodation
Hotel Tashi Yoedling★3 star
Activities
Kuensel Phodrang
Bhutanese Crafts Bazaar
Motithang Takin Preserve
Centenary Farmers Market
Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan
Changangkha Lhakhang
Tashichho Dzong
Transportations
Private Driver from Paro International Airport to Hotel Tashi Yoedling
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Thimphu
Motithang
Day 2
Drive to Punakha
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After breakfast, drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass, where we will stop to catch a glimpse of the Himalayan mountain range and visit the temple of the Divine Madman on the way. On arrival, you'll go straight out to start your sightseeing tour, visiting temples, and the suspension bridge with stop for a picnic in the park. At night, you'll be free to relax in your accommodation.
Accommodation
Meri Puensum Resort★3 star
Activities
Dochula Pass
Chimi Lhakhang
Punakha Dzong
Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
Punakha Suspension Bridge
Transportations
Private Driver from Thimphu to Punakha
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Thimphu
Dochula
Punakha
Walakha
Day 3
Gangtey and Phobjikha Sightseeing
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Phobjikha sits at an average altitude of 3000 metres; it is a wide and beautiful valley, designated as conservation zone within the Jigme Singye Wangchuk National Park. Phobjikha is a natural habitat for wildlife, including nesting grounds for endangered black-necked cranes that migrate from Central Asia in the winter (late October and stay till March). Spend the day embracing this natural playground with long walks.
Accommodation
Dewachen Hotel & Spa★3 star
Activities
Gangtey Monastery
Black-Necked Crane Information Centre
Gangtey Nature Trail
Restaurants
Dewachen Hotel & Spa
Transportations
Private Driver from Punakha to Phobjikha Valley
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Walakha
Wangdue Phodrang
Day 4
Bumthang Sightseeing
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In the morning, you'll travel to Bumthang, deep in the Bhutanese valleys. This region is the religious heartland of the nation and home to some of its oldest Buddhist temples and monasteries. Tales of Guru Padmasambhava and the tertons “religious treasure-discoverers” still linger in this sacred region. When you arrive, you'll immediately set out to learn more.
Accommodation
Kaila Guesthouse★3 star
Activities
Jakar Dzong
Kurjey Lhakhang
Membartsho
Bumthang Swiss Cheese And Wine Shop
Free Time in BumthangOptional Activity
Transportations
Minivan from Phobjikha Valley to Bumthang
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Wangdue Phodrang
Jakar
Bumthang
Day 5
Drive from Bumthang to Paro
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Today, you'll spend most of the day travelling back to Paro. This scenic drive will take you through Trongsa, Punakha and Thimphu. You'll have the odd stop to eat and enjoy the views. When you arrive in Paro, head out to stretch your legs after a long day before dinner.
Accommodation
Tashi Namgay Resort★4 star
Activities
Trongsa DzongOptional Activity
Tashi Namgay Spa
Restaurants
Tashi Namgay Resort
Transportations
Private Driver from Bumthang to Paro
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Jakar
Trongsa
Paro
Day 6
Paro Taktshang Hike
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After breakfast, we will hike up to one of the key highlights in Bhutan today! Tiger's Nest, Taktsang Monastery is accessed by a one hour hike to the cafeteria, a vantage point with stunning views of Taktsang Monastery with prayer flags adorning the cliffs. This is the site where Guru Padmasambhava landed on the back of a tigress in the 8th century. After lunch, we will retrace our steps to visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan.
Accommodation
Tashi Namgay Resort★4 star
Activities
Hike to Tiger's Nest
Free Time in ParoOptional Activity
Restaurants
Taktsang Cafeteria
Tashi Namgay Resort
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Paro
Day 7
Departure
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Today we will bid a fond farewell to this beautiful Himalayan country and take an early flight back. We hope by now you would have made some friends and also taken many photos and beautiful memories of your Bhutan vacation! We look forward to seeing you again in this beautiful land of endless enchantments!
Transportations
Private Driver from Tashi Namgay Resort to Paro International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Paro
Included in Price
- 6 nights accommodation
- 21 activities
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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