Come! Travel with us and venture from Paro to Thimphu and unravel one of the world’s last abodes of peace, the Last Shangri-la, Bhutan.
The pungent charm of our very own home-brewed butter tea, the rustic charisma of the age-old mud houses and our fiery Bhutanese delicacies have left an indelible imprint on many a heart. On this whistle-stop tour, you'll tap into a culture that is rich and untampered where you'll find beauty, joy and a love for life!Your quest for knowing the unknown ends here.
Come! Travel with us and venture from Paro to Thimphu and unravel one of the world’s last abodes of peace, the Last Shangri-la, Bhutan.
The pungent charm of our very own home-brewed butter tea, the rustic charisma of the age-old mud houses and our fiery Bhutanese delicacies have left an indelible imprint on many a heart. On this whistle-stop tour, you'll tap into a culture that is rich and untampered where you'll find beauty, joy and a love for life!
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Itinerary
Day 1
Paro Arrival and Thimphu Sightseeing
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Transfer into the city to start your sightseeing immediately, visit the Rinpung Dzong meaning ‘fortress of jewels’, which is the seat of the Paro district built in 1645 by Shadrung Ngawang Namgyal. Then visit a Buddhist monastery and fortress on the northern edge of the city of Thimphu. This has traditionally been the seat of the Druk Desi (or "Dharma Raja"), the head of Bhutan's civil government combined with the kingship since the creation of the monarchy in 1907.
Activities
Rinpung Dzong
Kuensel Phodrang
Tashichho Dzong
Restaurants
Yue-ling Restaurant
Transportations
Private Driver from Paro International Airport to Paro
Private Driver from Paro to Thimphu
Meals
Lunch and dinner
Destinations
Paro
Thimphu
Day 2
Thimphu to Paro
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You'll journey back to Paro for the last leg of your journey. Visit one of the oldest monasteries in the country built in the 7th century by the Tibetan King Songsten Gampo and the ruins of Drukgyal Dzong. This fortress was built around 1644-49 to commemorate the Bhutanese victory over the Tibetan-Mongol forces. It was later burnt in an accidental fire in 1951.
Activities
Tachog Lhakhang
Kyichu Lhakhang
Drukgyel Dzong
Hot Stone BathsOptional Activity
Restaurants
Yue-ling Restaurant
Transportations
Private Driver from Thimphu to Paro
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Paro
Day 3
Hike to Tiger's Nest
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Paro is a valley of religious myth and legend. The most famous landmark, the Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), stands on a granite cliff about 800 metres above the valley. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche, a famous Buddhist saint, flew to Paro on a tigress and meditated at Taktsang. The monastery is considered as a national treasure of Bhutan. Today is dedicated to hiking to the monastery to see it in its majesty. It will take you most of the day.
Activities
Hike to Tiger's Nest
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Paro
Day 4
Paro Market and Departure
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Visit Paro's weekend market before your departure. This market isn't very large but it has a traditional feel and some unique local products like organic Tsirang honey, squares of dried jellied cow skin known as khoo (a local snack). You'll be driven to the airport for your departure.
Activities
Paro MarketOptional Activity
Transportations
Paro Airport Drop Off
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Paro
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What’s included?
7 activities
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Notes
Also included
- Government Royalty of USD 65/person/night.
- All government taxes
- One bottled mineral water/person/day
Starting From
AU$ 1,896/ per traveller sharing
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Bhutan in 4 days
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