3 Nights Bhutan Package

2N Thimphu and 1N Paro
4 days

From

US$ 139

per person

About the tour

The capital town of Bhutan and the centre of government, religion and commerce, Thimphu is a unique city with unusual mixture of modern development alongside ancient traditions. The beautiful valley of Paro encapsulates within itself a rich culture, scenic beauty and hundreds of myths and legends. It is home to many of Bhutan's oldest temples and monasteries, National Museum and country's only airport.

Accommodation

Peaceful Resort or Similar

2 night(s) in Thimphu

Room Type: Standard Room
Meals Included: None

Ugyen Phendeyling Resort or Similar

1 night(s) in Paro

Room Type: Standard Room
Meals Included: None

Included in the price

Thimphu

  • Sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • All transfers in Non A/c Vehicle.
  • All evenings complementary hot tea or coffee at the hotel.
  • All internal permits and Internal taxes.
  • 1 dinner complementary on the last night stay at the hotel in Paro.

Day-wise Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive Paro To Thimphu

The most spectacular mountain flights you will ever experience in a life time. Flying in from the heat of the plains of India one can witness from the left side of the aircraft window a series of the world’s highest peaks. Your pilot will announce the names of the peaks if the weather is clear. You will descend into the high mountains and as the plane lowers you will not find any airstrip or any city but instead you will enjoy the view of the approaching valley of Paro, the alpine forests, little monasteries, temples and farm houses. Before the plane touches the runaway you will get a glimpse of the fertile valley of Paro, the Paro Dzong and Paro chu(river). Our representative will be at the airport to assist you, meet and greet and transfer to the capital city Thimphu and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing

When in Thimphu you got to prepare for surprises where this unique capital has no traffic lights but adopted its own version of the British – Indian colonial times traffic policemen who can startle you and memorize others with his elaborate hand gestures, sometimes he may be signaling stop when it looks like go but don’t worry you can observe the flow and notice his smile as you stare at him. Sightseeing includes visit to the National Memorial Chorten a stupa dedicated to the third king of Bhutan and Buddha statue, Takin Zoo where you will find national animal of Bhutan and drive down hill stop at the junction to take a glimpse of Trashichho Dzong. Proceed towards National Library and Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon take a short walk to Handicraft Bazaar to view the traditional arts or take a walk to the main city from Clock tower square for shopping. Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 3: Thimphu To Paro Valley

Morning drive to Paro valley and visit Paro Dzong, the National Museum housed in a round fortress called as the Ta Dzong considered to be one of the best natural history museums in Asia where it has a fine collection of natural and historic artifacts. Kyichu Lhakhang the monastery dates back to 7th century and is one of the oldest and most sacred. Afternoon visit Paro Penlop Heritage Farm house, the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong, a 17th century fortress that used to keep invaders from Tibet and in 1951 the fort was destroyed by fire. Your last stop for the day will be at the base of the world famous “Tigers Nest “or popularly known as “Taktsang” one of the popular spiritual heritage sites. It was here that the great tantric master Guru Padma Sambhava flew in from Tibet on a tiger to bring Buddhist teachings to Bhutan. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.

Day 4: Departure From Paro

Morning transfer to Paro International Airport for your next destination.

Exclusions

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  • Air fare, personal travel insurance, English speaking guide, entry fee to museum, laundry, tipping, personal shopping, telephone calls, anything not specified in the “cost includes”.

Starting from

US$ 139

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