5-Day Cultural Glimpse of Bhutan
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This five-day Bhutan culture tour will open your insights into the "Land of the Thunder Dragon" or 'Druk Yul', one of the "Last Shangri-La's" in the Himalayan region.
Your trip will take you to the essential towns and cities of Bhutan to gain an insight into the history, culture and artistry of the country. Visiting museums, chortens, monasteries and even the Takin Reserve to see Bhutan's national animal, makes this whistle-stop tour the best way to see Bhutan if you only have a short period of time.
Your trip will take you to the essential towns and cities of Bhutan to gain an insight into the history, culture and artistry of the country. Visiting museums, chortens, monasteries and even the Takin Reserve to see Bhutan's national animal, makes this whistle-stop tour the best way to see Bhutan if you only have a short period of time.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Paro and Travel to Thimphu
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After receiving you at Paro airport, our guide and driver will take you to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. You will visit to the historical and cultural site of Tashicho Dzong. Later, visit the arts and crafts village and take a stroll in the market.
Accommodation
Hotel Riverview★3 star
Activities
Tashichho Dzong
Craft Bazaar and Clock Tower SquareOptional Activity
Craft Bazaar and Clock Tower Square
Transportations
Paro Airport Pick Up
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Thimphu
Day 2
Thimphu Sightseeing
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Visit various sites of historical, traditional and natural interest to learn more about Thimphu and life in Bhutan. The National Library, Folk Heritage Museum will teach you a little more about Bhutanese culture. Visiting the Royal Takin Preserve, you'll meet Bhutan's national animal. Finishing the day at the Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Lhakhang and Buddha Point introduce you to religion in the country and the largest Buddha Statue of Bhutan.
Accommodation
Hotel Riverview★3 star
Activities
National Library of Bhutan
Folk Heritage Museum Kawajangsa
Motithang Takin Preserve
Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan
Memorial Chorten
Changangkha Lhakhang
Kuensel Phodrang
Restaurants
Bhutan Kitchen
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Thimphu
Motithang
Day 3
Thimphu to Punakha
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After breakfast embark on an adventurous journey to Punakha, where history was created and re-enacted. En-route visit Dochula Pass to view the Himalaya mountain range. A little further down, you will stop to visit Royal Botanical Park where you'll have lunch. After arriving in Punakha, you'll go on a short sightseeing tour of the town, including a nunnery.
Accommodation
Punakha Residency★3 star
Activities
Dochula Pass
Royal Botanical Park
Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang Nunnery
Punakha Suspension Bridge
Transportations
Private Driver from Thimphu to Punakha
Meals
Lunch and dinner
Destinations
Thimphu
Dochula
Khuruthang
Punakha
Day 4
Punakha to Paro
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After breakfast, visit the Punakha Dzong, a beautiful dzong in Bhutan founded by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. En-route, pay a visit to Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility temple that may surprise you with its architectural design. We shall pass through Thimphu again and arrive in Paro in the afternoon. You'll be free to walk around late afternoon and into the evening before dinner.
Accommodation
Rema Resort★3 star
Activities
Punakha Dzong
Chimi Lhakhang
Transportations
Private Driver from Punakha to Paro
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Khuruthang
Punakha
Paro
Day 5
Drop Off for Your Onward Journey
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You've reached the last day of your Bhutan culture tour. After breakfast, depending on the timing of your flight, make a quick visit to the downtown area and then the team will drop you off at the airport for your onward journey.
Activities
Local Arts & CraftsOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Paro to Paro International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Paro
Included in Price
- 4 nights accommodation
- 14 activities
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
Notes
Please note that all citizens of the world must pay a $65 sustainable development fee per day to visit Bhutan.
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