Best of Bhutan 5 Days
- Duration: 4 Nights 5 Days
- Destinations: Bhutan
- Activities: Cultural Tours
- Transportation: Private vehicles based on number of travelers
- Trip grade: Easy
- Meals: All meals
- Accommodation: A grade hotels
DAY 01 ARRIVAL IN PARO DRIVE TO THIMPU 2300m (1 HRS)
Upon your arrival in Paro airport our guide will meet you and transfer to Thimphu. Lunch in the hotel and later drive pass by Memorial Chorten (temple) built in memory of the late 3rd King. Visit Changangkha Lhakhang, the oldest temple in the valley offering a nice view of the valley. Enclosure where national animal, Takins are kept and drive to visit the largest and newly built statue of Buddha offering magnificent view of entire Thimphu valley.
Overnight: Thimphu
DAY 02 THIMPU TO PUNAKHA 1350M (2.30 HRS)
Morning visit the traditional Hand Made Paper Mill, School of Arts and Crafts where students learn 13 different arts used in Bhutan, Folk Heritage Museum, National Library and the Traditional Institute of Medicine. Drive to the Zilukha nunnery. Lunch and drive to Punakha through Dochula pass (3200 M) If the weather permits one can enjoy a spectacular view of the highest mountains of Bhutan at a site that stretches almost 180 degrees. Walk around the 108 stupas and continue to sub tropical valley of Punakha. On arrival, if time permits hike to the temple of Chimi Lakhang, the temple of fertility associated with religious art of phallus.
Overnight: Punakha
DAY 03 PHUNAKHA TO PARO (3.30 HRS)
Morning drive to visit Punakha Dzong (fortress) which houses the most elaborated temple in the country. This is a fine example of Bhutanese rich Art and Architecture. Retrace the drive back to Paro. After lunch visit Paro Dzong (Fortress) on foot and continue walking through the oldest wooden bridge still in use. Continue further to stroll around the old Paro town and peep into some local handicrafts stores. Could get some opportunity to see the traditional game, Archery match going on. Evening back to the hotel and enjoy the facility in the hotel.
Overnight: Paro | Altitude: 2200m
DAY 04 PARO SIGHTSEEING
Morning drive to the hike starting point, walk 2 hrs uphill to reach Tiger’s Nest, the most revered temple in the country that literally hangs on a granite cliff overlooking the Paro valley. Lunch in the cafeteria. Back to the hotel. Farewell dinner.
Overnight: Paro
Day 05| Departure:
Morning transfer (10 minutes) to the airport for your departure flight. Your guide will bid you farewell at the airport.
Inclusions
Bhutan Visa arrangement service
Government royalty and all the taxes
Accommodations in A grade hotels
Three meals a day breakfast, lunch & dinner
Full time English speaking guide
Private transportation and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Museums and parks fees indicated in the itinerary
Bottled drinking water throughout the journey
Exclusions
Personal expenses and any alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages
Tips to guide, driver, trekking staff, hotel service, etc.
Single room supplement charge
Luxury hotels/resorts available on supplement cost
Specialized /language guides available on supplement cost
Travel / Medical Insurance