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Arrive at Paro International airport. Welcome to Bhutan. Upon arrival, be greeted by Bespoke representative and get escorted to the capital Thimphu (Distance 54 km – 1 hour travel time by car)
On a clear day, the flight to Paro is breathtaking, with views of major Himalayan peaks such as Everest, Kanchenjunga, and Makalu, and on the final approach Bhutan’s own snowy peaks, the sacred Jhomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tserimgang.
On arrival at Paro airport and after completion of airport formalities, you will be met by your representative. Drive from Paro to Thimphu.
Perhaps the most unusual capital city in the world, is the seat of government. This bustling town is home to Bhutan’s royal family, the civil service, and foreign missions with representation in Bhutan. It is also the headquarters for a number of internationally funded development projects.
On arrival, check-in at the hotel, leisure and overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: Dinner at Thimphu Hotel
Overnight at Thimphu
Today’s full day of sightseeing in Thimphu valley includes visits to:
Sitting on top of a hill overlooking Thimphu, visit the Buddha Dordenma statue. The Statue of Shakyamuni Buddha is one of the tallest in Asia (51.5 m). The site offers unobstructed views over the capital town and the Thimphu valley below.(Closes Daily Nov-Feb at 4 pm & Mar-Oct at 5 pm)
Visit National Memorial Chorten- the building of this landmark was originally envisaged by Bhutan’s third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, who wanted to erect a monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it is both a memorial to the Late King (“the father of modern Bhutan”) and a monument to peace. (Closes Daily Nov-Feb at 4pm & Mar-Oct at 5pm)
Visit National Institute for Zorig Chusum – watch the students of the National Institute of Zorig Chosum (Arts and Crafts) as they learn the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan.
Visit Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan – a state of the art textile Museum showcasing an exemplary display of the art of weaving and textiles. Currently, the Museum also has on display the bridal dress and the hand crafted shoes worn by Her Majesty Queen Jetsun Pema during the royal wedding in 2011.
Visit Zilukha Nunnery – Built more than half a century ago, Zilukha Nunnery is also known as Druthob Goemba. Housing around 60 nuns in its premises, a visit to the site energizes the soul because of its peaceful surroundings, which lures one's mind to never leave the site. From here, the spectacular view of Tashichho Dzong can be captured in a camera to make for a beautiful photo album.
Also known as the Thangthong Dewachen Nunnery, the Zilukha Nunnery is the biggest nunnery in Bhutan.
Visit Tashichho Dzong: The “fortress of the glorious religion” was initially erected in 1641 and rebuilt by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck in the 1960s. Tashichho Dzong houses some ministries, His Majesty’s secretariat, and the central monk body. It is open to visitors during the Thimphu Tsechu (held in autumn) and while the monk body is resident in its winter quarters at Punakha Dzong.(Open: Mon-Fri [Mar-Oct after 5:30 pm] [Nov-Feb after 4:30 pm] / Open on Sat, Sun, Govt. Holidays)
Weekend Market: Most of the Thimphu’s population and many valley dwellers converge on the bustling weekend market, held down by the river. A wide range of foodstuffs and local arts and crafts are sold at the market, which runs from Friday afternoon to Sunday. A visit to the market provides great photo opportunities, as well as the chance to mingle with local people and perhaps buy souvenirs. (Open Fri-Sun)
In the evening, enjoy 01 hour Yoga session in Thimphu.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Thimphu
After breakfast, check out from hotel and transfer to Punakha, a low-lying subtropical valley.
Punakha served as the capital of Bhutan until 1955 and is still the winter residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot) and the central monk body.
On arrival, check in to the hotel and later proceed to hike to the nearby Chimi Lhakhang, a temple dedicated to the "Divine Madman", an eccentric monk from the 16th century famous for his many amusing, Rabelaisian folklore stories.
Also visit Punakha Dzong, built-in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, has played prominent role in the civil and religious life of the kingdom. Damaged by fire, flood and earthquake over the centuries, it has now been fully restored in its original splendor.(Open 11am-1pm & 3pm-5 pm)
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Punakha
Breakfast at Hotel
Today’s sightseeing includes:
Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang Nunnery, perched on a ridge with spectacular views of the Punakha and Wangdue valleys.The temple houses a 14-foot bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara, one of the biggest in the country.The statue was handcrafted exclusively by local artisans. The temple houses a complex for higher studies and meditation center for nuns. Apart from religious trainings, the nuns are also provided skills such as embroidery, tailoring and statue making.You may also engage with the nuns who provide life skill training.
strong>Explore the picturesque villages of Talo or Nobgang, the ancestral home of the Queen Mothers of Bhutan. The villages are scattered along a ridge above the Punakha valley at an altitude of around 2,800m and is known amongst Punakha villages for its neat and clean appearance. The women here are particularly known for their beauty.
Visit Nalanda Monastery where the monks are pursuing higher Buddhist studies and learning English as well. You may interact with the monks and chat with them. They will be more than happy to practice their English language skills with you.
Also enjoy a Mediation session at Nalanda Monastery with the monks.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Punakha
After breakfast, check out from hotel and travel to Jakar by Air Conditioned vehicle.
Nestled at the foothills of Choekhor Valley, Jakar is the largest and the most beautiful valley in Bumthang. It is popularly known as "Little Switzerland". Bumthang consists of four valleys - Tang, Ura, Choekhor and Chumey, out of which Choekhor is the largest and considered the most beautiful. Jakar is a small one-street town that lies at the foothill of this very valley.
On arrival, check-in at the hotel, leisure and overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Jakar
Breakfast at Hotel.
We start our first day of the trek from Thangbi along the Chamkhar Chu River. Walking ahead on the trail for more than an hour we reach Dangling Lhakhang. Further walking for half an hour ahead we reach our lunch place on the hill. After lunch here we head towards the Ngang Yul literally meaning the Swan’s land. This area used to be full of swans in the past as per the local myths.
Later come back to hotel. Leisure and overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Jakar
Breakfast at Hotel.
Today is a long day. We start early in the morning for the trek. The major highlight of the day is the crossing of the Pepe La, the highest point of your trip. The trekking trail passes through the lush green forest and some Yak farms. By afternoon we arrive at Ogyen Choling and later start descending for Jakar again. This trek will give you some mesmerizing views; views which are hard to forget.
Later come back to hotel. Leisure and overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Jakar
Breakfast at Hotel.
Today we will go for sightseeing of Bumthang Valley.
Kurjey Lhakhang: Located in the Bumthang Valley by a mountain river, Khurje Lhakhang is a temple complex consisting of three beautiful temples. The oldest temple contains the rock which has the imprint of Guru Rinpoche's body and hence is considered to be the holiest.
Jambay Lhakhang: Jambay Lhakhang is considered to be one of the oldest and the most sacred temples in Bhutan and is also where a number of festivals are held.
Tamshing Lhakhang: Tamshing Lhakhang is just across the river from Kurjey Lhakhang, in the Bumthang district of central Bhutan. For those interested in art and paintings, this site is a must-visit.
Mebar Tsho (The Burning Lake): This is considered to be a sacred site for pilgrimage as it is said to be where Guru Rinpoche's hidden treasures were found by Pema Lingpa. It holds great spiritual significance for the pilgrims, marked with colourful prayer flags and butter lamps offered by them.
Ogyen Choling Palace Museum: The gem of Tang valley in Bumthang, Ogyen Choling Palace Museum holds great significance to both Bhutanese and Tibetans. It is a wonderful place that preserves and shows the rich history and values of Bhutan.
Red Panda Brewery & Cheese Factory: Situated right next to each other in Bumthang, Red Panda Brewery and Cheese Factory are quite interesting to visit. The site produces Emmenthal and Gouda using state-of-the-art cheese making machines. At the brewery, one can witness the process which results in unfiltered Weiss Beer. Apple cider and wine are also available.(Since it is not brewed every day, prior calling and confirmation have to be done).
Later come back to hotel. Leisure and overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Jakar
After breakfast, checkout from hotel and travel to Wangdue Phodrang by Air Conditioned vehicle.
Being one of the largest Dzongkhangs (District) of Bhutan, Wangdue Phodrang has everything from monasteries and temple to wildlife and rustic villages. The reason why the region is different as compared to others is that it is very diverse in terms of subtropical forests in the south to cold, snowy areas in the north.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Wangdue Phodrang
After breakfast, check out from hotel and travel to Paro by Air Conditioned vehicle.
En-route visit, Temple of Sha Radap. Temple of Sha Radap also known as the Rada Lhakhang, is situated close to the site of the Wangdue Phodrang Dzong and is dedicated to and houses the image of the guardian deity of the region known as Sha Radap.
Also, visit the local market as this district is famous for its fine bamboo products, slate and stone carvings.
Later, continue to Paro. This beautiful valley encapsulates a rich culture, scenic beauty and hundreds of myths and legends. It is home to many of Bhutan’s oldest temples and monasteries and the country’s only airport. Mt. Jhomolhari (7,300m) reigns in white glory at the northern end of the valley, its glacial waters plunging through deep gorges to form the Pa Chu (Paro River).The Paro valley is one of the kingdom’s most fertile, producing the bulk of Bhutan’s famous red rice from its terraced fields.
On arrival, check in to hotel. In the evening, you may take a stroll in the Paro Market.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Paro
After early breakfast, visit Kichu Lhakhang one of the oldest temples in the country. The temple is one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by the Tibetan king, Songtsen Gampo to subdue a demoness in the 7th century. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan.
Then proceed to visit the National Museum. The National Museum of Bhutan is the pride of the country. Flaunting art and traditions, it has six floors, each of them narrating a unique tale from the past. You can see paintings, art pieces, animal masks and many more facets of the rich culture. Constructed in 1649 as a watchtower against Tibetan soldiers, it was converted to the National Museum in 1968, preserving the rich history of Bhutan within its walls ever since. (Closed on Govt. Holidays)
In the afternoon, visit a farmhouse and join the family for a cooking demonstration and tasting. Enjoy a delicious lunch of fresh yak-butter tea, and home-brewed liquor - fiery arra or sweet Xinchang. Help them make ema datsi (cheese chili), and pancakes with red rice, served along with hot chili curries. After lunch help the family with their daily chores such as taking care of the livestock and crops. Over 85% of Bhutanese still practice subsistence farming and this affords an authentic encounter with the Bhutanese traditional way of life.
Later visit Rinpung Dzong – One of the finest examples of architecture, the Rinpung Dzong, also known as the Paro Dzong, has a very spiritual environment. Beautifully lit-up at night, the dzong has many illustrations portraying the life of Buddha. A hike to the top of the fortress welcomes you with the spectacular view of nearby valleys. The dzong also holds the colorful annual festival Paro Tshechu which makes it even more impressive than it already is.
On the way back also watch a game of archery at the archery grounds in Paro – A great way of viewing Bhutanese culture in action. (Subject to availability)
Meals Included: Braekfast & Dinner
Overnight at Paro
In the Morning go for Taktsang Hike also called as Tiger’s Nest. Every walking guest find this trip little challenging because of the elevation gain and the dramatic walks through the gorge.
We start the day with a 30 minutes’ drive to the starting point of Taktsang hike. Start the uphill walk slowly so that you can get use to with the altitude, which is 600-700 meters above the valley floor. In an hour’s time we should get to the cafeteria, which is like 3 kms. Have refreshment here and enjoy a scenic hike for another 3 kms uphill till the temple. We walk uphill till for half the journey and then fairly easy till the last view point. From here we will walk down the gorge and up till the temple. Visit the temple and come back to the cafeteria for lunch. This will take around 2-3 hours and if you think you need a horse ride up the hill, please let your guide know well in advance. We would have done an average of 12kms for all the up and down walks.
In the evening, enjoy 01 hour yoga session in Paro.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Paro
After breakfast, check out from the hotel, get transferred to Paro airport and board your onward international flight to your native place. (Reach International airport before 3 hours)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Nestled in the Himalayan Thimphu Valley, this high-end hotel is 1 km from the animals at Motithang Takin Preserve and 2 km from Tashichho Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress. Featuring wood screens and cloud murals, the posh rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screens, marble bathrooms, and mountain views. All have tea and coffee making facilities, and pull-out sofas; upgraded rooms add balconies. Plush suites include living rooms and free-standing tubs; some are bi-level with spiral staircases. Room service is available 24/7. Amenities include 2 polished eateries, an elegant bar, and a tea lounge. There's also a spa, a heated indoor pool, and a gym.
This beautiful lodge has a rustic feel and is blessed with a warmer climate. You’ll find a choice of suites and villas, pool, library, yoga and meditation huts, and from here you can visit one of the highlights: the majestic Punakha Dzong.
The Village Lodge Bumthang features accommodation with private balconies. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant.
Located at Chuzomsa at an elevation of 5000ft, about 10 kilometers east of Wangdiphodrang Dzong and overlooking the Dangchu river, (Kichu Resort) the Resort basks amidst alpine scenery. Every visitor is lavished with genuine Bhutanese hospitality and friendly service.
Set on forested hillside and occupying Bhutanese-style buildings, this elegant hotel is 2 km from Rinpung Dzong monastery, and 3 km from the National Museum of Bhutan. The chic, contemporary rooms have free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and DVD players, as well as minibars, tea and coffeemaking facilities and mountain views. Suites add separate living areas and wet bars. Private villas have indoor and outdoor living spaces, kitchens, and separate rooms for spa treatments. Room service is available. Amenities include an upscale restaurant with terrace dining, and a bar. There's also a luxe spa with an indoor pool.
Designed to reflect the rich cultural heritage of Bhutan’s captivating capital, our first hotel in this unique and special country draws its inspiration from the Four Harmonious Friends, a beloved national folktale which describes an elephant, a rabbit, a monkey and a partridge working together to harvest fruit from a magical tree. Each of the four guest floors of the hotel is dedicated to a different animal from the tale, and each of our 83 well-appointed guest rooms and suites feature colorful and contemporary motifs to match. Alongside a beautiful lobby adorned with local artworks, facilities at dusitD2 Yarkay Thimphu include a Thai spa, a fully equipped gym, an international all-day-dining restaurant, a vibrant bar, and the first authentic Thai restaurant in Bhutan. Located in the heart of Thimphu City, the hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as Buddha Point (Kuensel-Phodrang), the iconic Tashichho Dzong, the Royal Botanical Park, and Clock Tower Square. Paro International Airport is only one hour away by car.
Airy rooms in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a spa & forested mountain views.
Matching the beauty, solemnity, and serenity of Bhutan’s mythical district Bumthang, Rinchenling Guest House is a one-stop resort. Five-minute walk from one of the Kingdom’s most sacred sites, Jampa Lhakhang, Rincheling symbolizes the Bhutanese spirit in all aspects, from its architectural designs to the facilities offered. Surrounded by beautiful pines on one side, the 2.8 acres guest house has ample space for one to relish, relax and walk along its lawns which envelopes the dozens of apple trees. A family-run venture, Rinchenling has the perfect atmosphere and facilities for catering to the needs of your body, mind, and speech.
Located at Chuzomsa at an elevation of 5000ft, about 10 kilometers east of Wangdiphodrang Dzong and overlooking the Dangchu river, (Kichu Resort) the Resort basks amidst alpine scenery. Every visitor is lavished with genuine Bhutanese hospitality and friendly service.
Set against the Himalayas, this polished, palatial hotel built to resemble a 17th-century fortress overlooks the Paro River and is 4 km from the airport, and 7 km from Rinpung Dzong, a famed Buddhist monastery/fortress. Chic rooms feature traditional Buddhist art, and have hardwood floors and paneled walls. All offer flat-screens, and marble bathrooms with rainfall showers, as well as Wi-Fi (fee). Rooms feature mountain, river or garden views, and suites add wet bars and soaking tubs. There's a luxe spa, an indoor pool, and a gym, as well as 2 restaurants and a bar. A business center and meeting facilities are also available.
This casual hotel on a street lined with eateries is 3 km from Tashichho Dzong monastery and 6 km from Motithang Takin Preserve. It's a 9-minute walk from the nearest bus stop. The refined rooms offer flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities, as well as living rooms, safes and Wi-Fi access. Room service is available. There’s a restaurant and a spa, plus a gym, a conference hall and a bar.
RKPO Green Resort sits in the heart of the verdant and lush Punakha Valley. Flanked by thick pine forests, it overlooks the Punakha valley and hundreds of paddy fields that stair-step down to the valley floor. It is surrounded by plentiful walking and trekking trails. From RKPO Resort, it is just a five-minute trek down to the mountain to the magnificent Chimmi lhakhang;the temple of the divine mad man( dharma yogi), which houses one of the amazing statues of the divine mad man) in the country. It is entirely the handiwork of local Bhutanese artisans. The temple is also a centre of higher learning and meditation for monks RKPO marries contemporary design with this Himalayan Kingdoms ancient and alluring ways. At the core of the RKPO philosophy lies the sense of simplicity and peace that permeates everything about Bhutan.
The guest house is in a pleasant setting perched on a hill 60m above the valley floor, surrounded by an apple orchard. It has 13 double rooms; all share common toilet facilities. The hotel is decorated with lovely carvings and varnished pine panelling throughout. Each of the two units of hotel has its own dining room that is heated by bukhari in the winter.
Situated on the banks of Punakha River, is the stunning Himalayan Dragon's Nest Hotel, Punakha, an abode for rejuvenation. From breathtaking view of the valley to the calm, lush environment, we blend with these gems of nature to present you unparalleled peace and serenity. Nothing beats the heavenly experience of gazing at the distant Himalayan mountain ranges and the rushing river, as you sip on apple tea.
Located thirty minutes from Paro International Airport, Naksel Boutique Hotel & Spa is a luxury retreat where the comforts of man and the presence of nature combine for a peaceful escape in the hills of Bhutan. Nestled on the edge of the national forest and the quiet Ngoba Village, Naksel derives its name from the Dzongka translation of 'Forest,' which is only fitting for this Himalayan sanctuary. The main lodge and surrounding cottages of Naksel rests on more than six acres for forest land, at 2700 meters above sea level.
| Place | Hotel |
|---|---|
| THIMPHU | TAJ TASHI |
| PUNAKHA | SIX SENSES LODGE |
| JAKAR | THE VILLAGE LODGE |
| WANGDUE PHODRANG | KICHU RESORT |
| PARO | COMO UMA PARO |
| Period - Opulent | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 16 Apr 2021 – 30 Sep 2021 | For Price Please Contact Us |
| 01 Oct 2021- 31 March 2022 | For Price Please Contact Us |
Price may be higher during New Year Period (20 Dec - 05 Jan)
| Place | Hotel |
|---|---|
| THIMPHU | DUSIT D2 YARKAY |
| PUNAKHA | DHENSA RESORT |
| JAKAR | RINCHENLING LODGE |
| WANGDUE PHODRANG | KICHU RESORT |
| PARO | LE MERIDIEN |
| Period - Luxury | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 16 Apr 2021 – 30 Sep 2021 | For Price Please Contact Us |
| 01 Oct 2021- 31 March 2022 | For Price Please Contact Us |
Price may be higher during New Year Period (20 Dec - 05 Jan)
| Place | Hotel |
|---|---|
| THIMPHU | HOTEL DRUK |
| PUNAKHA | RKPO GREEN RESORT |
| JAKAR | SWISS GUEST HOUSE |
| WANGDUE PHODRANG | HIMALAYAN DRAGON'S NEST |
| PARO | NAKSEL RESORT |
| Period - Economy | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 16 Apr 2021 – 30 Sep 2021 | For Price Please Contact Us |
| 01 Oct 2021- 31 March 2022 | For Price Please Contact Us |
Price may be higher during New Year Period (20 Dec - 05 Jan)
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