Druk Wangyel Chorten, Dochula Pass
Paro Taktsang or Tiger's Nest
Memorial Chorten, Thimphu
Buddha Dordenma Statue, Thimphu
Thimphu valley
Punakha valley
Kyichu Lhakhang, Paro
This package covers the most popular tourist destinations in Bhutan. Tourists will witness and experience the balance of how its ancient history and traditional culture coexist in harmony with modern Bhutan. The tour covers western Bhutan only.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
You will fly to Paro International Airport via Drukair or Tashi Airlines. Upon landing into the country, you will be received by your guide and driver who will accompany you for the rest of your trip in Bhutan.
Drive from Paro to Thimphu
Distance: 54 Km|Driving Time: 1 hour
After which you will be driven to Thimphu where you will be taken to your hotel to relax after an exhausting flight. After getting refreshed and taking lunch you will be taken around for sightseeing. In Thimphu you will visit some major attractions like the 17th century fort, Buddha point, the memorial Chorten and many more. After sightseeing you will be taken to your hotel.
Drive from Thimphu to Dochula
Distance: 31Km|Driving Time: 1 hour
Located at an elevation of 3100 meters Dochula is one of the many mountain passes in Bhutan accessible by motor road. The pass is adorned with 108 Druk Wangyal stupas. The pass also boasts of the most amazing view of the Himalayan range. From this site you will also be able to see a dot of Gasa Dzong in the far off mountain in the middle of the sea of dark green forest.
Lunch at Dochula Cafeteria
You will be served lunch at Dochula Cafeteria
Drive to Punakha
Distance: 63Km Driving |Time: 1 and half hour
Chimi Lhakang is located at a beautiful location overlooking the striking village of Sopsokha village. The village is located before reaching Punakha which makes it convenient for the visitors to make it to the temple before heading towards Punakha.
Drive from Punakha to Paro
Distance: 126.9 km Driving Time: 3 h. 25 min
After reaching Paro you will be led to your hotel and after lunch, you will be taken around the Paro town. Paro town is made of traditional Bhutanese houses aligned neatly together and the Paro River calmly flows just beside the town.
Taktshang or the tiger’s nest monastery is located over 900 m above Paro valley. A hike of about 4 hours is the perfect way to end your trip. The hiking trail will take you through a diverse forest until you reach the monastery. After completing the demanding hike, you will be taken back to you hotel where you will take rest to wear off the fatigue from that strenuous hike.
In morning drive to Paro International Airport where your guide will accompany you to bid you farewell
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