4-Day Lost Horizon Discovery
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Overview
Bhutan is daringly beautiful in its own terms and this brief four-day tour of western Bhutan spans deep forests, majestic mountains, traditional agrarian settlements and will introduce you to the most important western districts of Thimphu and Paro.
As much as you will enjoy the road trip, cutting across scenic Himalayan landscape, you will also get a glimpse of Bhutan’s past and its rich, enduring legacy richly portrayed in the people, art and architecture, ancient monuments and culture. Indeed, this Bhutan trip itinerary will take you to locations that straddle the ancient and the modern, and as Bhutanese call it, the ‘middle world’ somewhere in between.
As much as you will enjoy the road trip, cutting across scenic Himalayan landscape, you will also get a glimpse of Bhutan’s past and its rich, enduring legacy richly portrayed in the people, art and architecture, ancient monuments and culture. Indeed, this Bhutan trip itinerary will take you to locations that straddle the ancient and the modern, and as Bhutanese call it, the ‘middle world’ somewhere in between.
Itinerary
Day 1
Paro Arrival
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You'll be welcomed with a warm reception with a traditional white scarf offering. Then, you will be driven to Paro town for refreshment. Following this, you will take a short hike from Nimizampa traditional bridge to the majestic Rinpung Dzong. After exploring the dzong, you will visit the ancient Kichu temple followed by a lunch break in a local restaurant. After lunch, visit the historic Drugyal Dzong and then drive to Thimphu.
Accommodation
Peaceful Resort★3 star
Activities
Rinpung Dzong
Kyichu Lhakhang
Drukgyel Dzong
Tashichho Dzong
Transportations
Private Driver from Paro International Airport to Thimphu
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Paro
Thimphu
Day 2
Thimphu Sightseeing
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The sightseeing opportunities in the capital city Thimphu is endless. After breakfast, you visit the Jungshi cottage industry in Thimphu which makes traditional dasho paper. Then, visit the national Memorial Chhorten, followed by the tallest bronze statue at Kuenselphodrang and Paingting School at Kawajangsa. After the lunch, visit the ancient Changangkha temple, Motithang Takin Preserve, Sangaygang viewpoint and the weekend market. In the evening, drive back to Paro.
Accommodation
Tenzinling Resort★3 star
Activities
Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory
Memorial Chorten
Kuensel Phodrang
National Institute for Zorig Chusum
Changangkha Lhakhang
Motithang Takin Preserve
Thimphu Weekend Market
Transportations
Private Driver from Thimphu to Paro
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Thimphu
Motithang
Paro
Day 3
Tiger's Nest Hike
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After an early breakfast, hike to Taktshang Tiger’s Nest - one of the best hikes in Paro valley. Taktshang is the most revered religious and pilgrimage site in the country. The four-hour uphill hike will take you through mixed pine forest and a few meditating caves. After the hike, try a well-deserved hot-stone bath to relinquish your fatigue in a traditional farmhouse. You can also experience local hospitality in a traditional farmhouse by dining with a local family.
Accommodation
Tenzinling Resort★3 star
Activities
Hike to Tiger's Nest
Hot Stone Bath at Farmhouse
Restaurants
Taktsang Cafeteria
Transportations
Private Driver from Tenzinling Resort to Tigers Nest
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Paro
Day 4
Finish Bhutan Trip Itinerary
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The Paro Valley offers a glorious morning to head out to take some last photographs. You will be accompanied to a couple of strategic locations to capture the misty morning scenes of Paro valley. First, you will drive to Sanga Chhokhor hill to capture the scenic vistas of downtown Paro followed by photoshoot from Ta-Dzong location. On completion, you will be served breakfast in the hotel and driven to Paro international airport to board your flight to your onward destination.
Activities
Paro Valley Morning Photography
Transportations
Private Driver from Paro to Paro International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Paro
Included in Price
- 3 nights accommodation
- 14 activities
- 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
Notes
The price includes a $65 per day sustainable development fee, as set by the government.
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