5 Nights - 6 Days Bhutan Cultural Tour

Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days

Destination Covered : Thimphu, Paro, Punakha

Tour Activities : Museums, Sightseeing

Tour Themes : Hill Stations & Valleys, Religious & Pilgrimage, Culture & Heritage

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Thimphu, Paro and Punakha Tour Overview

Embark on a cultural tour of Bhutan and immerse yourself in the unique traditions, customs, and spiritual practices that have been preserved for centuries. Bhutan, also known as the kingdom of Bhutan, is a landlocked country located in the Eastern Himalayas in South Asia. Bhutanese culture is deeply rooted in the country’s rich Buddhist heritage, which has shaped its traditions, customs, and way of life. Bhutan is popularly referred to as the land of happiness and is renowned for its cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Buddhism is the predominant religion in Bhutan, and it plays a central role in the daily lives of the Bhutanese people. While surfing through Bhutan one will know Gross National Happiness and it’s the unique development philosophy, which prioritizes the overall well-being and happiness of its citizens over material wealth. Visiting Bhutan for cultural tour offers you diverse experiences.

Thimphu, Paro and Punakha Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Paro Airport

On arrival at paro airport – welcome by our office representative and transfer to Thimphu - hotel check in. In the evening explore the Thimphu town by walk and make sure you don’t stay too late outside.

Day 2

Capital Sightseeing - Whole day

After breakfast, Drive to Dochula pass situated at 3150 m is the highest point between Thimphu and Punakha. Lunch will be served in Thimphu Afternoon - visit Sangaygang View Point, Changangkha Lhakhang, and Takin Preserve Centre (Mini zoo) later visit - Tashichho Dzong. Overnight stay at, Thimphu.

Day 3

Drive to Punakha

On the way to Punakha, stop at Dochula for a cup of tea and take pleasure of the view. Indeed Dochula is the top point between Thimphu and Punakha. It has a spectaculars view of the higher Himalayas. Reach at Lobesa - a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang. Later visit Punakha Dzong.

Day 4

Return back to Paro

After breakfast drive back to paro. on the way stop at Lamperi to visit royal botanical park - the park contains a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna and features a huge species of plants and animals including endangered species. Lunch will be served at Thimphu. Upon arrival at paro – hotel check-in. Later visit - Ta Dzong presently serves as the national museum. Also visit - Rinpung Dzong - meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels". Evening take a walk nearby settlements/ in and around the town.

Day 5

Famous Taktsang hike (full day)

After breakfast - visit Taktsang monastery - called “tiger's nest. Lunch will be served nearby Taktsang based. Later in the evening visit Kichu monastery; one of the 108th monastery built by the Tibetan king Songtsen Goenpo, head to the farm house - hot stone bath (traditional). There is a Bhutanese believe - visiting Taktsang is considered lucky for the unseen future ahead.

Day 6

Farewell – Departure

Depending on the flight schedule, our representative shall help you with the hotel check out – and drop you to the airport for your onward destination.