Experiential Bhutan In 8 Days

Travel to Thimphu 
Get your Bhutan travel permit by being driven to the immigration office after check-out. After that, take in a picturesque drive to Bhutan's capital, Thimphu. After arriving, check into your hotel and relax for the remainder of the day. At the National Institute for Zorig Chusum, you can take in traditional arts or explore the Dechen Phodrang Monastery. You can also enjoy local cuisine while strolling around the verdant Royal Botanical Garden or relaxing in the Ambient Café's welcoming atmosphere.

Take a sightseeing tour today to explore Thimphu's cultural appeal, starting with the National Memorial Chorten, a venerated monument. Next, visit the Motithang Takin Preserve, which is surrounded by pine forests, to see the unusual takin, Bhutan's national animal. Explore the Handicrafts Emporium as well, where each piece showcases Bhutan's rich cultural heritage. Following the scenic tour, you can marvel at the breathtaking talking stamps at the Bhutan Postal Museum.

Get taken to Punakha after checking out. Stop along the way at the famous Dochula Pass, which is well-known for its 108 memorial chortens. Visit Chimi Lhakhang, also called the "Fertility Temple," when you get to Punakha. Then, proceed to the Punakha Dzong, one of Bhutan's most exquisite fortifications, and take a leisurely walk across the famous Punakha Suspension Bridge, which is renowned for its picturesque river vistas. Before being driven to your hotel to check in, you can also choose to go on an exhilarating river rafting adventure on the Pho Chhu Mo Chhu river.

Take a beautiful trip to Gangtey, which is renowned for its natural beauty, today. Visit the Phobjikha Valley first, a breathtaking glacial valley that is home to the endangered Tibetan black-necked crane. After that, take in the vistas of the Phobjikha Valley while visiting the famous Gangtey Gompa Monastery. Proceed to Wangdiphodrang Dzong, a stronghold situated at the meeting point of the Tang Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. Before being taken to your hotel, take in the breathtaking Bhutanese architecture.

Transportation to Paro | Tour of Paro's Sights
Check out and travel via picturesque Bhutanese villages to Paro in the morning. After checking into your accommodation upon arrival, take a sightseeing trip. Begin with touring the Drukgyel Dzong, a famous stronghold that provides insight into Bhutan's military history. After that, pay your respects at the Kyichu Lhakhang, which dates back to the 7th century and is one of Bhutan's oldest temples. After an incredible day, be taken to your hotel for a restful night's sleep.

Take a picturesque drive to Satsam Chencho Tshongkhang, where the fabled Tiger's Nest trek begins. Get there by hiking through trees that smell of pine and passing prayer flags, with breathtaking views of the monastery set on a cliff. Explore the meditation caves and hallowed chambers dedicated to Guru Rinpoche upon your arrival. After descending, head back to your hotel to enjoy Bhutanese food at Park 76 Café & Pub or relax with a traditional hot stone bath.

You will be driven to the Bhutan Immigration Office following your hotel check-out. After completing the necessary paperwork, you will be driven to Paro International Airport to begin your return trip. Your incredible adventure to Bhutan comes to an end now!