Rejuvenating Bhutan Cultural Tour
The kingdom of Bhutan is an exotic land of high mountains, lush green valleys, snow-clad peaks, and clear running springs. This tour is perfect for travelers who love exploration.
Thimphu has successfully preserved its culture and tradition despite growing exponentially and rapidly. Any traveler exploring this unique city will have the luxury of modern convenience and witness ancient monuments and traditional ways of life.
An opportunity to learn more about Bhutan's distinctive art, architecture, culture, history, and music is provided through the Bhutan Cultural Tour. To experience the vibrancy of Paro and Thimpu, you visit various heritage sites nearby. With this journey, you may also see intriguing museums and well-preserved national landmarks, including monasteries, dzongs, and fortresses.
Bhutan has vibrant festivals you may experience if you travel there during any festive season. Unsurprisingly, Bhutan is a joyful country—the traditional attire, straightforward and upbeat people, peace, and rich traditions all contribute to this.
Program ( 8 Days )
The journey to Paro is one of the finest sensations of flying over the Himalayas. The views of the mountains and the Himalayan ranges from the landing in Bhutan are breathtaking. As soon as you land at the airport in Bhutan, complete the airport's immigration and customs procedures and then leave.
Arrive at Paro airport, receive, and transfer to Thimpu. Evening visit to Buddha Point and walk around Thimpu Market. Overnight in Thimpu.
After breakfast, our entire day consists of Thimpu sightseeing. The places that we will roam around in Thimphu are:
- National Chorten
- National Library
- Nat Heritage Museum
- Memorial Chorten
- Tashicho Dzong
- Mothinthang Zoo
- Handicraft Emporium and Art & Craft School
Overnight in Thimpu.
After breakfast, we will drive to Wangdi/Punakha; You have to cross Dorch La Pass, where you can see the beautiful mountain ranges of Bhutan. The places that we will visit are
- Wangduephrodang Dzong, built in 1638
- The Punakha Dzong Houses' artifacts
- The embalmed body of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel
Overnight in Wangdi/Punakha.
After eating our breakfast, the day begins with local sightseeing in Punakha and Khamsum Yulley Chorten. It is a beautiful view walk to this Stupa built by third Queen Ashi Tshering Yangdon. Moreover, we will visit the new temple and Hunny site of Sangcholing on the way to Talo Village. Overnight in Punakha.
We will spend the morning strolling around the streets of Punakha. After lunch we will drive back to Paro. The drive is about four and half hours long. In the evening, you can visit the local markets and wander around the streets of Paro. Overnight in Paro
After Breakfast, our sightseeing of Paro city begins. The places that we will visit are:
- Drukyal Dzong
- Ta Dzong
- Kyichu Lakhang & Rinpung Dzong.
- Paro Market.
Overnight in Paro.
We prepare to trek to Tiger's Nest monastery early in the morning. We planned a lovely trip up to Taktsang monastery, also known as Tiger's Nest monastery, after breakfast at the hotel. We spend around two to three hours trekking uphill to visit a stunning Buddhist monastery that clings to a rock. In addition to being beautiful, the monastery has a striking position.
According to legend, Guru Rinpoche came to meditate in a cave after riding a tiger there. The monastery is located where Guru Rinpoche used to meditate. The Paro valley is spectacularly viewed during the hike up to the monastery. We visit the monastery, after which we travel to Paro for lunch. If time restrictions prevented us from visiting Kichu Lhakhang and Ta Dzong before, we could do so now.
We also have an optional drive to Chele la pass, the highest motor-driven pass (3700 Meters). Later in the evening, we can shop in Paro town. Overnight in Paro.
After breakfast, our representative will transfer you to Paro airport three hours before your departure.
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