Activities : Trekking, Sightseeing
Best Month : March-May\ September -December
Transportation : Private Car
Accommodation : Hotel
Style : Hotel
Max Elevation : 3100m
Meal : Full Board Basis
Trip Route : Paro-Thimpu-Punakha-paro
Our Bhutan Tour with Day Hikes combines the cultural and natural grandeur of Bhutan, so that you will be able to make the most out of your Bhutan Tour within the shortest possible timeframe. For this purpose we have included both cultural tours to important Bhutan towns, as well as day hikes to the monasteries which are ideal for hikers. The tour begins with a scenic flight to Paro Valley from Kathmandu, then with a hike to the famous Tiger's Nest (Taktsang) monastery. After visiting Thimphu, a unique capital city that has a blend of traditional and modern touches, we will drive across the picturesque Dochu La Pass into the subtropical valleys of Punakha, were we will hike to abeautiful view point of the valley.The Bhutan tour also covers two major hikes: to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel and to Lungchutse/Trashigang Goenpa. During the journey, you will experience breath-taking views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga and other famous Himalayan peaks including the sacred Jumolhari and Mount Jichu Drake in Bhutan,all including the cultural and historical sites of the kingdom of Bhutan.
01: Arrive Paro - (2250m/7382ft)
02: Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery, Drive: Paro-Thimphu (2320m/7610 ft)
03: Thimphu Sightseeing
04: Hike to Lungchutse/Trashigang Goenpa, Drive to Punakha (1250m/4100 ft): 2-3 hrs/76 km
05: Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel, drive to Paro: 4 hr/140 km
06: Depart from Paro
Day 1: Arrive Paro - (2250m/7382ft)
Up on arrival at Paro International Airport, we will greet you and assist you to the Hotel. After time to get refreshed, visit to Rinpung Dzong, built in 1646, then visit buildings of government offices and religious institutions including Dzongs (Fort). Then cross a traditional wooden bridge on the way to the Dzong. Visit Kichu Lhakhang, which is the oldest temple of Bhutan. Visit Drugyal Dzong (Bhutan Victory Fort), built in 1646. You will enjoy the views of mountains on a clear day. Stay overnight at Paro.
Day 2: Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery, Drive: Paro-Thimphu (2320m/7610 ft): 1 hr/54 km
After breakfast hike to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery - Bhutan's most famous monastery situated at 3180 meters above sea level. Guru Rinpoche (spiritual master) is said to have flown on the back of a tigress to meditate in a cave where Taktsang Monastery now stands. The monastery is perched on the edge of a steep cliff, about 900 meters above Paro Valley. After having explored the monastery, hike down to the valley and continue drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan for overnight stay.
Day 3: Thimphu Sightseeing
In the morning we visit to the King's Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972), the radio tower (for a great view of Thimphu Valley and the Thimphu Dzong), and the zoo. Then we visit the nunnery temple, the National Library (which houses ancient manuscripts) and the National Institute of Traditional Medicine. After a relaxing lunch, you will visit the Textile Museum, the Handicraft Emporium, the traditional paper factory and the majestic Tashichhodzong. In the evening, you may enjoy strolling through Thimphu town and absorb the life style of the people at Thimpu. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Hike to Lungchutse/Trashigang Goenpa, Drive to Punakha (1250m/4100 ft): 2-3 hrs/76 km
After breakfast in the morning, scenic drive to Punakha with a stop for tea at Dochu La (3,100 meters), where on a clear day you can get spectacular views of the Himalayas. From 108 chortens the trail gradually climbs into red, white and pink rhododendron forest with some steep sections before branching left to Lungchutse Monastery. From the pass, drive downhill through the forests of rhododendron, fir and hemlock. Traverse through rice field and driving along the bank of the Punakha River, we arrive at Punakha. On the way, stop at Metshina Village and take a 20-minute walk through the rice fields to Chimi Lhakhang, which is a fertility temple dedicated to the Divine Madman or Lama Drukpa Kuenley. If you wish, receive the blessing from the Lama`s wooden phallus! Overnight hotel in Punakha.
Day 5: Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel, drive to Paro: 4 hr/140 km
Morning drive to north of Punakha for about 12 km. From the road point you will hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, which is located on a beautiful hillock called Ngezergang. It contains elaborate paintings dedicated to old sect of Buddhism. Hike back to Punakha. On the way back, visit the Punakha Dzong, stunningly situated in between the male and female rivers like an anchored ship. Drive back to Paro for overnight stay.
Day 6: Depart from Paro
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to airport for final departure. Flights from Paro especially Druk Air departs in the early morning to avoid adverse weather conditions. Therefore, after taking breakfast, we transfer you to the airport in the morning to catch your onward flight
Trip Cost Include
All meals, Tea\Coffee and snacks
Government approved A category hotels on twin sharing basis
Airport transfer (Pick up and drop)
Land transportation with comfortable vehicle
An experienced English speaking guide and other staff if required
Monument entrance fees and museum entrance fees
Visa and all government taxes.
Trip Cost Exclude
Airfare (to Paro and return)
Personal nature expenses ( personal equipment, phone calls, internet, laundry, hard drinks etc)
Insurance (Trip cancellation, medical and rescue evacuation)
Tips
Special Note: On our trip you are able to schedule your own departure dates. We are able to depart our trip every day (only Nepal). So kindly choose your own date as per your convenient. Contact us to schedule your own departure day.
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