5 days tour

5 Day Cultural Tour- Bhutan At A Glance

$ 1,350 .00 USD

Total price per person

Reserve with $1,350.00

5 Day Cultural Tour- Bhutan At A Glance

This tour includes:

Others

Visa fees, Entrance fee to various museums & temples / Daily Royalty of $200 per head, government contribution, taxes & TDF

Guide

Experienced English speaking guides all certified by Department of Tourism.

Optional

Complimentary from the company. Tea, coffee, snacks / Mineral water /Meditation session/ Gho & Kira to wear during the tour/ Personal service. Free cultural show with colourful mask dances and cultural songs and dances for 15 pax and above.

Meals

All Meals inclusive (Continental, American, Chinese, Thai, Indian, Tibetan, Nepalese, Bhutanese & etc) in local tourist approved restaurant.

Transport

Private SUVs for FITs for solo travellers or couple. Toyota Hiace buses for group 4- 8. Above 8 pax- 23 Seater Toyota Coaster Buses.

Accommodation

3 star hotel minimum. Farm house stays. Overnight camping. Temples and monasteries.

Not included:

Flights

International flights not covered in the booking. However we will help you book flights in and out of Bhutan.

Insurance

Travel Insurance is manadatory in Bhutan.

Others

Travel Insurance/ Personal shopping/ Laundry/Alcohol & Beverages and international telephone calls

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Itinerary of your trip 5 Day Cultural Tour- Bhutan At A Glance

  • Day 1 Arrive Paro International Airport
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrive Paro International Airport

      • Thimphu Cultural Sights & Acclimatization Day!
      • Drive to Thimphu (60km/ 1hr). Thimphu is a charming capital city nestled at the heart of Himalayas.
      • En route walk on the ancient suspension bridge below Tamchog lhakhang. 
      • Stop at confluence of river โ€œChuzomsaโ€ to see the 3 different kinds of Himalayan stupas; Tibetan, Bhutanese and Nepalese style. 
      • On arrival, check-in your Hotel and take rest. 
      • Visit Buddha Gang, which offers a spectacular view of Thimphu city. This giant Buddha-statue overlooking Thimphu is one of the biggest in the world.
      • Circumambulate Memorial chorten (huge stupa). This is the favorite spot for the locals of all age to chant mantras, prostrate, pray and practice their devotion.
      • The Tashichhoe Dzong, the main secretariat building, the office of the King and Throne room and also the house of the State Monastic Body.
      • Visit the Farmerโ€™s Weekend Market for organic fruits & nuts
      • In evening, free to go on a walking tour around the bustling Thimphu city on your own or with your guide; Hongkong market, Norzin lam, Main traffic area, Wogzin lam, Clock tower etc. 
      • Overnight THIMPHU   (Alt; 2320m)
  • Day 2 Discovering Punakha & Wangdue (78Km/ 2.5Hr)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Discovering Punakha & Wangdue (78Km/ 2.5Hr)

      • Stop by Dochula pass (3100m) amidst snowcapped mountains to enjoy the enstern himalayan mountain ranges if the weather is clear.
      • As you arrive Wangdue, hike along the Metshina village to Chimi lhakhang, a solitary โ€œfertility templeโ€ where a childless couple who comes to pray is usually blessed with a child. (1.5hr hike) 
      • Visit the Punakha Dzong, "Palace of the Great Happiness". This beautiful fortress lies between two rivers, the Pochu and Mochu, male and female river.
      • Walk on the 200m suspension bridge above Phochu river to Gidagom village . 
      • In evening, time at your leisure.
      • Overnight PUNAKHA  (Alt; 1240m)
  • Day 3 Paro Sightseeing & Detour (135Km/ 3-4Hr)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Paro Sightseeing & Detour (135Km/ 3-4Hr)

      • After breakfast drive to Paro via stopping for mountain view at Dochula again if the weather is clear.
      • On arrival, check in hotel followed by Paro sightseeing
      • Ta Dzong, an ancient Watch Tower turned into one of the best museums of Asia.
      • Rinpung Dzong โ€œFortress of the heap of Jewels.โ€ 
      • On the way back, visit Kichu lhakhang, built in 629 AD by a Tibetan king. 
      • Witness an archery match at national stadium played by locals with lots of hue & cry.
      • In evening, time at your leisure, free to shop for souvenir at Paro town. Interact with the friendly locals.
      • Overnight PARO (Alt; 2280m)
  • Day 4 Excursion To Mystical Tigerโ€™S Nest.(60Km/ 1Hr)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Excursion To Mystical Tigerโ€™S Nest.(60Km/ 1Hr)

      • After a wholesome breakfast, spend the day hiking up the forested path to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tigerโ€™s Nest, Bhutanโ€™s most famous and scenic icon. Tigerโ€™s Nest clings to sheer cliffs of 900m above Paro valley. The climb is steep and takes about 4-5hrs round trip. (Ponies & horses optional)
      • Meditation session for 30 to 40 minutes inside the Singyephu Lhakhang next to Tigerโ€™s Nest Monatery with a Buddhist Lama. Open your heart and allow yourself to embrace the divine energy circulating at Taktsang and carry the fond experience with you when you fly back home. 
      • Lunch at the hillside cafe with close Tigerโ€™s Nest view. 
      • In evening, authentic Bhutanese farewell dinner at a typical village home with local liquor called โ€œAra.โ€ 
      • Hot stone bath, optional. River rocks are heated and dunked into a large wooden tub with herbs. This type of bath is considered to have medicinal properties of healing. 
      • Overnight PARO/ Hotel Olathang 3* (Alt; 2280m)
  • Day 5 Depart From Paro International Airport
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Depart From Paro International Airport

      Our representative will bid you farewell at the Airport. Tashi Delek!

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 70

Age range allowed for this experience.

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