Tour Overview
This package covers the most celebrated destinations in Bhutan’s western region, offering a rich mix of Bhutan’s ancient history, traditional culture, and natural beauty. Travelers will witness the harmonious coexistence of Bhutan's cultural heritage and modernity.
Tour Highlights
- Hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest)
- Buddha Dordenma Statue
- Tashichho Dzong – 17th-Century Fortress
- Punakha Dzong
- Homestay Experience
- Paro Museum
Meet your guide and driver at Paro airport.
Drive to Thimphu (54 km, approx. 1 hour). After a hotel check-in and lunch, begin exploring Thimphu.
Places to Visit
- Centenary Farmers Market
- Buddha Dordenma
- Memorial Chorten
- Authentic Craft Bazaar
- VAST Studio
Accommodation Options
- City Hotel
- Hotel Bhutan
- Le Meridien
- Start with a scenic drive to Dochula Pass (31 km, approx. 1 hour), at 3100 meters, for a panoramic view of the Himalayas and the 108 memorial stupas.
- Continue to Punakha (63 km, approx. 1.5 hours) with a stop for lunch.
- Take a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple) in Sopsokha village, known for the Bhutanese tradition of phallic worship.Places to Visit
- Dochula Pass
- Chimi Lhakhang
- Lungchutse Hike
- Punakha Dzong
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
Accommodation Options
- COMO Uma Punakha
- Drubchhu Resort
- Zhingkham Cottages
Begin early for the drive back to Paro (126 km, approx. 3 hrs 25 mins). After lunch, explore Paro town and surrounding sites.
Places to Visit
- Drukgyel Dzong
- Paro Rinpung Dzong
- Paro Town
- National Museum (Paro Ta Dzong)
Accommodation Options
- Le Meridien Paro Riverfront
- Haven Resort
- Tashi Namgay Resort
Depart from Paro
Pricing
Included
- Bhutan Visa Fee
- Government Royalties & Taxes
- English-Speaking Tour Guide
- Private Tour Vehicle & Driver
- 3-Star Accommodation (Twin Sharing)
Not Included
- Flights to and from Bhutan
- Personal expense/shopping
- Alcoholic Beverages
- 4 or 5 star accommodation (extra charges will apply)
- Travel insurance
Payment & Cancellation Policy
- The approval of tourists VISA is contingent on the full payment of the tour
- Flight ticket payment is subject to the Ticketing Time Limit issued by the airlines
- 30 to 15 days prior to arrival - 20% of the total tour cost will be levied as cancellation fee
- 14 to 7 days prior to arrival - 50% of the tour cost will be levied as cancellation fee
- Less than a week prior to arrival - 100% cancellation charge will be levied as cancellation fee
Subject to the cancellation terms of the Airline
There are no charges for rescheduling your trip. However the minimum daily tariff, hotel rates, airline charges are subject to change depending on your new travelling dates.
