Arrival in Paro (2250m) and transfer to Thimphu (2350m) and sightseeing

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Thimphu - Overnight stay in Thimphu

Thimphu sightseeing to Punakha (1310m)

Thimphu District - After breakfast, visit the National Memorial Chorten, Institute of Traditional Medicine, Folk Heritage Museum, Textile Museum, Takin Zoo, and Buddha Point. Later, drive towards Punakha for about 1.5 hours, passing through Dochula Pass (3,050m). Overnight at Hotel.

Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten) - The Memorial Stupa, also known as the Thimphu Chorten, is a stupa in Thimphu, Bhutan, located on Doeboom Lam in the southern-central part of the city near the main roundabout and Indian military hospital. Built in 1974 to honor the third Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928–1972), it is a prominent city landmark with its golden spires and bells. In 2008, it underwent extensive renovation. It is popularly known as “the most visible religious landmark in Bhutan” and was consecrated by Dudjom Jigdral Yeshe Dorje.

Thimphu’s Weekend Market - Visit the weekend market if the tour is during the weekend.

Dochula Pass - Stop at Dochula Pass on the way from Thimphu to Punakha

Buddha Dordenma - Visit Buddha Point

Motithang Takin Preserve - Visit Takin Preserve

Centenary Farmers Market - Centenary Farmers Market in Thimphu is ideal for local fresh farm products.

National Folk Heritage Museum - The Folk Heritage Museum highlights the culture and traditions of Bhutan.

Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong) - Tashichoe Dzong is a Buddhist monastery and fortress in Thimphu.

Chimi Lhakhang Temple - Chimi Lhakhang is the temple dedicated to Drukpa Kunley, also known as the ‘fertility temple’.

Punakha sightseeing and travel to Gangtey (2320m)

Punakha - After breakfast, visit Punakha Dzong and the Punakha Suspension Bridge, then drive to Gangtey via Wangdue. Travel up a winding mountain road through oak and rhododendron forests, over a high pass, and down into the Phobjikha Valley. Phobjikha is one of Bhutan’s few glacial valleys and the chosen winter home of black-necked cranes migrating from the Tibetan plateau. Visit Gangtey Monastery. Later, drive for an hour through the jungle before reaching the valley floor. Overnight at Hotel.

Punakha Dzong - The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungthang Dewa chhenbi Phodrang (meaning “the palace of great happiness or bliss”), is the administrative center of Punakha District in Bhutan. Constructed by Ngawang Namgyal, 1st Zhabdrung Rinpoche, in 1637–38, it is the second oldest and second largest dzong in Bhutan and one of its most majestic structures. The dzong houses the sacred relics of the southern Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, including the Rangjung Kharsapani and the sacred remains of Ngawang Namgyal and the tertön Pema Lingpa.

Punakha Suspension Bridge - A short hike to Punakha Suspension Bridge.

Wangdue - Drive to Gangtey via Wangdue

Gangtey Monastery - Short visit to Gangtey Monastery

Gangtey sightseeing and travel to Trongsa(2200m)

Trongsa - Drive to the Pele la Pass and enter the traditional eastern region. The road gradually descends, passing through Kgebji village, Sephu village, and Chendebji village, followed by the large Chendebji Chorten. The road then passes through farms and villages, reaching the Trongsa Dzong. Visit Trongsa Dzong, the largest and most impressive Dzong in Bhutan, built in 1644 by the Shabdrung. Overnight at Hotel.

Trongsa sightseeing and travel to Wangdue (1310m)

Wangdue Phodrang District - Early in the morning, after breakfast, drive for about 6 hours retracing the same route back to Trongsa. Overnight at Hotel.

Wangdue to Haa Valley(3050m) and return to Paro (2250m)

Haa Valley - After breakfast, drive over Chele La Pass (3899m) and continue towards Haa. Visit Wangchuckli Dzong, Lhakhang Nakpo (Black temple), and Lhakhang Karpo in Haa. Afterwards, drive back to Paro. Overnight at Hotel.

Chele La Pass - Drive to Haa Valley via Chele La Pass

Paro – Hike to Taktsang Monastery, and sightseeing

Paro Taktsang - Early in the morning, after breakfast, drive towards the base camp of Taktsang and then commence the hike up to the Taktsang Monastery-Tiger’s Nest. Afterwards, hike back to the road point, then drive to Kyichu Lakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan. Also, visit Rinpung Dzong. Later, drive back to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Kyichu Lhakhang སྐྱིད་ཆུ་ལྷ་ཁང་། - Visit Kyichu Lakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan

Paro Taktsang - Taktsang Monastery, also known as ‘Tiger’s Nest’, is the prime attraction of Bhutan.

Paro Taktsang - Hike to Paro Taktsang monastery.

After breakfast, drive to airport and fly to your onward journey

Paro - Your 7 Nights Bhutan Tour ends today. After breakfast, drive towards the Paro international airport, board the flight, and bid farewell to the remote and legendary Dragon Kingdom.

• Route Permit and monuments entrance fees
• Sightseeing as per itinerary
• 3-star accommodation on twin sharing
• Sustainable development fee USD 100 per person per night
• Government SDF, surcharges, all taxes etc.
• Bhutan visa fee – including all necessary processing
• All meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• All land transportation by private vehicle
• Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle
• A licensed Private Bhutanese tour guide

• Airfare & Travel Insurance
• Expenses of personal nature, Tips to guides and drivers
• Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.

Join the captivating 7 Nights 8 Days Bhutan Highlights Tour, where you can delve into the country’s rich culture and stunning landscapes. Experience the vibrant colors of Paro, the charming streets of Thimphu, the lush valleys of Punakha, and the tranquil glacial expanse of Gangtey. Uncover the historical importance of Trongsa before returning to Paro, with an excursion to Haa Valley. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the magnificent Taktsang Monastery, also known as the Tiger’s Nest. This unforgettable journey offers a deep dive into Bhutan’s culture, religion, and history.

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