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Paro, Thimphu & Punakha.

Paro Festival

Duration

7Days, 6Nights

Destination

Paro, Thimphu & Punakha.

Bhutan Journey

Duration

7Days, 6Nights

Destination

Paro, Thimphu & Punakha.

Journey Overview

Tour Overview

This unforgettable journey through Bhutan offers a perfect blend of cultural discovery, spiritual experiences, scenic landscapes, and traditional Bhutanese hospitality. Beginning with your arrival in the beautiful Paro Valley, the tour introduces you to the peaceful atmosphere, majestic Himalayan views, and rich heritage of the Kingdom of Bhutan.

The trip takes you through the country’s most iconic destinations including Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro. In Thimphu, Bhutan’s charming capital city, you will experience important cultural landmarks, traditional Bhutanese architecture, monasteries, museums, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the valley. The journey continues across the scenic Dochula Pass into the lush Punakha Valley, known for its stunning landscapes, historic dzongs, and spiritual sites surrounded by rice fields and rivers.

Journey Details

More about the route, places, and experience.

Returning to Paro, you will immerse yourself in Bhutanese traditions by attending the vibrant Paro Tshechu Festival, one of the country’s most celebrated religious festivals featuring sacred mask dances, colorful local attire, and centuries-old rituals. The tour also includes visits to important historical and religious landmarks that reflect Bhutan’s unique Buddhist culture and heritage.

A highlight of the journey is the memorable hike to the world-famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery, dramatically perched on a cliffside above the Paro Valley. Surrounded by pine forests and breathtaking mountain scenery, this spiritual site offers a truly rewarding experience and an unforgettable conclusion to your Bhutan adventure.

Throughout the tour, guests will enjoy comfortable accommodations, authentic Bhutanese cuisine, scenic drives through picturesque valleys, and warm Bhutanese hospitality before departing from Paro with lasting memories of the Land of the Thunder Dragon.

Journey Plan

A day-by-day look at your Bhutan journey.

Follow a carefully planned route through Bhutan’s landscapes, monasteries, towns, and cultural experiences.

Itinerary

Each day is shaped with balanced pacing, meaningful stops, and local guidance.

Day 1

Arrive in Paro and drive to Thimphu to visit the magnificent Buddha Dordenma overlooking the valley.

Day 2

Explore Thimphu’s cultural landmarks including National Memorial Chorten and Tashichho Dzong.

Day 3

Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass and visit the beautiful Punakha Dzong.

Day 4

Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten before driving back to Paro via the scenic Dochula Pass.

Day 5

Attend the vibrant Paro Tshechu and visit the historic Kyichu Lhakhang and Ta Dzong Museum.

Day 6

Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery with optional visit to Drukgyel Dzong.

Day 7

After breakfast, transfer to Paro International Airport for your departure.

Journey Highlights

Moments to look forward to.

Scenic flight into Paro Valley with possible Himalayan views and steep mountain descent into Bhutan

Drive from Paro to Thimphu and visit Buddha Dordenma, a massive golden Buddha statue overlooking the valley

Visit National Memorial Chorten, a spiritual monument dedicated to peace and the 3rd King

View Tashichho Dzong, the government and monastic center of Bhutan

Explore the National Institute of Traditional Medicine and learn about Bhutanese healing practices

Visit the Folk Heritage Museum showcasing traditional Bhutanese rural life

Drive from Thimphu to Punakha via Dochula Pass with Himalayan mountain views

Hike to Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility temple dedicated to the Divine Madman

Visit Punakha Dzong, the iconic fortress at the confluence of two rivers

Hike to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten with panoramic valley views

Return drive to Paro crossing Dochula Pass scenery

Attend Paro Tshechu Festival at Paro Dzong with mask dances and cultural celebrations

Visit National Museum of Bhutan for Bhutan’s art, history, and cultural artifacts

Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred temples in Bhutan

Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) through pine forests to Bhutan’s most iconic cliffside monastery

Optional visit to Drukgyel Dzong, a historic fortress with views of the northern valley

Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure

Journey Cost

Transparent pricing for your Bhutan journey.

Every journey is carefully customized based on accommodation, duration, experiences, transportation, and travel preferences.

Starting From

$123 per person

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