DESTINATION
Thimpu and Paro Valley, Bhutan
PACKAGE RATE
Rate starts at USD 831 per person
Minimum of 2 persons
TRAVEL DATE
Until December 31, 2025
ACCOMMODATION
Thimphu - Hotel Amodhara or similar
Paro - Hotel Sangayling or similar
ITINERARY
Day 1
Arrival – Drive to Thimphu
Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed by your tour representative, who will provide a brief orientation before you set off for Bhutan’s capital, Thimphu.
Known as the residence of the King and the Royal Family, Thimphu offers a blend of tradition and modernity. Your first stop will be the National Memorial Chorten, where you’ll witness elderly locals engaged in peaceful circumambulation—a deeply spiritual Bhutanese practice.
Next, you'll visit the iconic Buddha Point at Kuenselphodrang Nature Park. Here stands a towering Buddha statue overlooking the city, offering panoramic views of the Thimphu Valley—an ideal spot for photos and quiet reflection.
To end your day, explore the grand Tashichho Dzong—a majestic fortress that houses both the throne room and monastic quarters.
After exploring Thimphu, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the afternoon at your leisure, followed by a hearty dinner served at the hotel.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2
Thimphu – Paro Sightseeing
After a hearty breakfast and check-out from your hotel in Thimphu, your day will begin with a 2-hour drive to Paro, a picturesque valley rich in history and ancient architecture.
Upon arrival in Paro, you’ll check in and drop off your luggage at the hotel. Your sightseeing begins at Rinpung Dzong, also known as “The Fortress of a Heap of Jewels”—a striking example of traditional Bhutanese architecture and an important religious and administrative center. Just above the dzong sits Ta Dzong, originally built as a watchtower and now home to Bhutan’s National Museum, where you’ll discover a captivating collection of Buddhist art, ancient relics, and traditional thangkas.
After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest and most sacred temples, dating back to the 7th century. This peaceful and spiritual site offers deep insight into Bhutan’s cultural and religious heritage.
Conclude your day by returning to your hotel in Paro for a relaxing evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3
Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang)
Fuel up with a filling breakfast before beginning your hike to the legendary Tiger’s Nest Monastery—perched up on a cliffside 900 meters above the Paro Valley. The hike takes around two hours and winds through forests of rhododendron and pine, offering stunning natural scenery along the way. Midway through, the tour will stop at a local cafeteria for lunch and refreshments.
Once you reach Taktsang Monastery, take your time to explore its sacred halls and soak in the serenity of one of Bhutan’s most iconic landmarks. The hike is challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Upon your return to the valley, enjoy some leisure time—stroll through local streets, browse the handicraft shops, or pick up handmade bamboo products.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Optional Experience:
End your day with a rejuvenating Traditional Hot Stone Bath (available for an additional USD 25 per person).
Day 4
Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey—taking with your unforgettable memories of the Land of the Thunder Dragon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
INCLUSIONS
3 nights' accommodation at a 4-star hotel
Daily breakfast and dinner at the respective hotel
Lunch at local tourist restaurants
Day tours with an English-speaking Tour Guide, and transfers (operating on a shared basis)
Admission fees to the sites indicated above
Tourist Visa USD 40 per person included
Visa and Tourism Fee
VAT and accommodation taxes
EXCLUSIONS
Roundtrip airfare
Travel insurance
Tip for local guide & driver
Hotel facilities (phone calls, laundry, internet, etc.)
Expenses of a personal nature, like telephone calls, mini bar, etc.
Other travel components not mentioned