The Kingdom’s Essence 4 Days

📅 Duration :  4 Days / 3 Nights Tour

The short 4 days Bhutan tour itinerary covers Paro and Thimphu, the capital city in western Bhutan. Paro is one of the most beautiful valleys in Bhutan at an elevation of 2200 m. Thimphu is at an altitude of 2334 m with a population of approximately 140000 inhabitants. It is the only capital city in the world with no traffic lights. The visit includes Tiger’s nest monastery in Paro, Buddha statue in Thimphu (51.5 m), Tashichho dzong, national museum in Paro and more.

Duration

4 Days / 3 Nights

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Highlights of the tour:

  • Scenic landscapes.
  • Ancient temples, monasteries and magnificent dzongs (Forts).
  • Museums and government institutions.
  • Meet local people.
  • Witness archery matches.
  • Visit beautiful Bhutanese farm house.
Day 1. Arrive Paro – Thimphu sightseeing | 54 Km | Drive: 1 hour | Altitude: 2334 m.

Arrive Paro international airport. Our guide and driver will receive you at the Paro airport and drive to Thimphu. On the way, visit Tamchog monastery.

Afternoon, visit to the tallest statue of Buddha (51.5 m), Changangkha lhakhang, Takin preserve center.

In the evening, visit Sangaygang view point, Dupthop lhakhang (nunnery) and Tashichho dzong (The royal secretariat).

Dinner and overnight in Hotel.

Day 2. Thimphu – Paro sightseeing | 54 Km | Drive: 1 hour | Altitude: 2280 m.

In the morning, visit to national postal museum, painting school, craft bazaar and free to stroll in the town for photography.

Then drive to Paro. afternoon, visit to:

– Ta dzong (national museum of Bhutan), Rinpung dzong and Bhutanese farmhouse.

In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.

Dinner and overnight in Hotel.

Day 3. Paro – Hike to the Tiger’s nest monastery | 7 Km | Hike: 4 hours.

In the morning, hike to the Tiger’s nest monastery (Paro Taktsang). The hike up to the monastery is give-or-take a two-hour ascent.

Afternoon, visit to Drugyel dzong (The fortress of victory) and Kichu lhakhang.

In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.

Dinner and overnight in Hotel.

Day 4. Paro - Departure.

After breakfast, drive to the Paro airport and farewell.

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    Trip Cost Includes:

    • Bhutan visa fee
    • Government royalty & taxes
    • Dedicated English speaking tour guide
    • Dedicated tour vehicle and driver
    • 3-star accommodation (twin sharing)
    • Daily 3 meals (B/L/D)
    • Airport transfers
    • Bottled water
    • Entry fees to parks and monuments

    Trip Cost Excludes:

    • Flights to and from Bhutan
    • Personal expense/shopping
    • Alcoholic Beverages
    • Travel Insurance
    • 4 or 5 star hotel (extra charges will apply)
    • Tips for guide and driver
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