Bhutan 3 Nights 4 Days: Thimphu, Punakha & Paro with Tiger’s Nest
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About This Experience in Paro
Why Visit Paro?
Paro, Bhutan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Paro provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Paro
You can reach Paro, Bhutan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 stars may require an additional premium)
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- A licensed Bhutanese tour guide
- Three meals per day during your stay in Bhutan
- Bhutan visa fee – including all necessary processing
- All internal taxes and charges
- All land transportation by private vehicle
- A sustainable development fee & Monuments entry fee
- Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle.
What's Not Included
- Airfare & Travel Insurance
- Expenses of personal nature, Tips to guides and drivers
- Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 10 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Arrival in Paro (2250m) – Thimphu (2350m)
Upon your arrival at Paro airport meet the... 12 hours
Upon your arrival at Paro airport meet the representative and Bhutanese guide then drive towards Paro for Lunch. After lunch drive for Thimphu then begin your sightseeing tour of Thimphu. Drive to the Buddha Terrance for a stunning view of the valley and then pay visit to Takin Preserve to witness national animal of Bhutan, Takin. Afterwards grab a majestic view of Tashichoe Dzong, the seat of government and then circumvent the National Memorial Chorte, a monument erected in memory of Bhutan’s third king H.M Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Later visit Centenary Farmers Market, the new authentic craft bazaar, National Institute of Traditional Medicine that still dispenses traditional herbal medicines to the locals, and the Folk Heritage Museum. At the evening drive towards Hotel.
Arrive Paro and drive to Thimphu
Arrive Paro and drive to Thimphu. Enjoy the scenery of Paro river and Paro valley.
The biggest Buddha Statue 30 minutes
The biggest Buddha Statue!
Motithang Mini-Zoo (home of the bizarre Takin, the national animal) 30 minutes
Motithang Mini-Zoo (home of the bizarre Takin, the national animal).
View of Tashichoo Dzong in Thimphu
View of Tashichoo Dzong in Thimphu.
Ringpung Dzong is the center of attraction in Paro 30 minutes
Ringpung Dzong is the center of attraction in Paro.
Centenary Farmers Market in Thimphu offers fresh produces... 30 minutes
Centenary Farmers Market in Thimphu offers fresh produces directly from the villages. (Open Fri – Sun).
Folk Heritage Museum – a 300 year old... 30 minutes
Folk Heritage Museum – a 300 year old traditional house converted into a museum. (Open Mon-Fri).
Thimphu – Punakha (1,320m) – Thimphu
After breakfast, drive towards Punakha via Dochula Pass... 48 hours
After breakfast, drive towards Punakha via Dochula Pass (3140m) and witness the majestic Himalayan panorama of eastern mountains. En-route, take a short hike to Chimmi Lhakhang located atop a hill amid rice field. The lhakhang is located 10 kilometers from Punakha near a village called Sopsokha from where a 20 minutes’ walk along muddy and dusty path through agricultural fields of mustards and rice, leads to a hillock where the monastery and the chorten are situated. Chimmi Lhakhang is dedicated to Drukpa Kunely and also popularly known as the fertility temple. Afterwards, drive towards Punakha and visit the Punakha Dzong, one of the most beautiful dzong of Bhutan. Later, drive back to Thimphu.
Dochula Pass offers majestic Himalayan panorama of the eastern Himalayas 30 minutes
Dochula Pass offers majestic Himalayan panorama of the eastern Himalayas. There are 108 chortens at the pass.
Chimi Lhakhang is the fertility temple dedicated to Drukpa Kunley 1 hour
Chimi Lhakhang is the fertility temple dedicated to Drukpa Kunley.
Thimphu –Paro and Hike to Taktsang Monastery (3120m)
Early in the morning drive towards the Thimphu... 48 hours
Early in the morning drive towards the Thimphu and then further to the base camp of Taktsang and commence the hike towards the Tiger’s Nest. Hike takes about 2 hours to reach cafeteria which provides the spectacular view of monastery. Then hike further to Taktsang Monastery and observe the spectacular sight of the Paro Valley. The monastery itself is surrounded by majestic mountains and beautiful green valleys. Its architectural design is shaped with best of Buddhist traditions and arts. The monastery is a white building with a golden roof and has four main temples and several dwellings. Later hike back to the road point then drive to Kyichi Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan. Afterwards visit Rinpung Dzong built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646 and then drive to the Hotel.
Enjoy the visit to Taktsang Monastery, Bhutan 3 hours
Enjoy the visit to Taktsang Monastery, Bhutan.
Kyichu Lhakhang is one of the oldest temple in Bhutan 30 minutes
Kyichu Lhakhang is one of the oldest temple in Bhutan.
Paro - Depart
Departure Your 3 Nights Bhutan Tour terminates today,... 3 hours
Departure Your 3 Nights Bhutan Tour terminates today, so after breakfast, drive towards the international terminal, board the flight and bid farewell to remote and legendary Dragon Kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
