A Bhutan trip offers a unique opportunity to experience the country’s culture and natural beauty firsthand.
Overview
Bhutan is truly a destination unlike any other. Located in the Eastern Himalayas, this magical country has worked hard to preserve its history, spirituality, and authenticity. The kingdom has achieved this by avoiding rapid urbanization and imposing strict tourism regulations, which has created the perfect balance of modern and ancient. A trip to this secluded hidden gem is a unique adventure to cherish, and it’s guaranteed to create lifelong memories. Keep reading to find out the top five reasons you should visit Bhutan!
Top Ten reasons you should visit Bhutan!
- Taktsang Goemba
- Tsechus (Festivals)
- Dzong (Bhutanese Fort)
- Gross National Happiness
- Highest unclimbed mountains
- Museums & Monuments
- Mountain Trekking
- Thirteen unique arts and crafts of Bhutan
- “Hot” cuisine
- A spiritual haven
Itinerary
As you enter in Paro our tour representative will welcome you at the airport and drive you through the fascinating valley of Paro to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.
The distance from Paro airport to Thimphu is 55kms and takes about 1.45 hours along the Pachu River and Wangchuck River, and through paddy fields, orchards, and farms.
Overnight stay in Paro.
Today you will visit Trashichhoedzong, the beautiful medieval fortress/monastery which houses most of the Government’s office and King’s Throne room, then the National Library which has a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts. After that drive to Arts & Crafts School, famous for traditional thangka paintings. Here you will see, students at work producing intricate designs on cloth. Later visit Textile and Folk Heritage Museums, a fascinating testimony of the Bhutanese material culture and living traditions.
After your lunch you will visit Handicrafts Emporium which displays a wide assortment of beautifully hand-woven and crafted products. Then drive to Memorial Chorten, the stupa built in the memory of Bhutan’s.
Late afternoon drive to Punakha across Dochula pass (3,080m ).
Overnight stay in Punakha.
After breakfast visit Punakha Dzong, Built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative center of the region.
Then drive to Wangdiphodrang. It’s famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings.
After lunch drive to Paro. En-route visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built in 1627.
Overnight stay in Paro.
After breakfast take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery, the most famous of Bhutanese monasteries. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery hence it is called “Tiger’s Nest”. The excursion to the monastery takes about 5 hours for a round trip. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. Originally built as Watch Tower. Now it’s The National Museum holding a fascinating collection of art, artifacts, Thangka paintings, and Bhutan’s exquisite postage stamps.
Overnight stay in Paro.
End of our services
Trip Cost Includes
- Assistance on Arrival.
- 24 hour helpline.
- Welcome Drink On arrival at Hotel.
- Daily Breakfast.
- Hotel Accommodation on twin / double sharing basis.
- Travel throughout the entire journey in an air condition car.
Trip Cost Excludes
- Air fare / Train fare.
- Guide and monuments entrance fees during sightseeing.
- Camera charges / jeep safari / camal safari / elephant ride charges.
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls,
- laundry, liquor, Insurance etc.
- Any other item not specified in the Package Inclusions.
- Supplement will be applicable for Single occupancy.
- GST Extra.
Bhutan lies in the foothills of Himalayas sandwiched between India and China.
Bhutan is known for its unharmed nature and intact cultural heritage preserved by a tourism policy as unique as its traditions.
Yes like any other country, except citizens from India, Bangladesh and Maldives, all other visitors require a visa to enter Bhutan.
Your visa will be managed by us. We will need a clear scanned copy of your passport photo page.
A visa costs $40 for the visitor which is already included in your package cost. Extra charges are applied for the extension of visa.
The easiest way to get into Bhutan is to get a flight. Bhutan has flights from Bangkok, Singapore, Kathmandu, Delhi and some cities in India. For people from India, there are three border crossings.
The best time to visit Bhutan is between September to November when the days are clear and the weather is also pleasant. Another good time is from March to May due to the blooming flowers between the green forests.
Your passport to get the visa stamped on Paro Airport and a printed copy of visa confirmation letter which you need to show at the airport.What documents will you provide that I have to take with me to Bhutan?
Druk Air allows 20 kilos of checked baggage. Only one piece of hand baggage is allowed as these planes are quite small. Excess baggage charges will be applied if the baggage exceeds 20 kilos.
Your package includes 3 star accommodation, food, a travel guide, permits and taxes, transportation within the country and a sustainable development fee of $65 for free education and health service of people.
Yes, you can have a private tour. We arrange private tours on the basis of your demands.
Yes, you can customize your tour or itinerary but make sure to inform your guide beforehand so that they can manage everything for you.
We use comfortable, clean and well maintained 4WD car or Hiace. If you’re not comfortable with your vehicle, you can ask us to change it.
It’s better to book as early as you can so that you can get more options on the departure dates. For more advantages, book as fast as you can.
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