BHUTAN
Remote. Dynamic. Invigorating.
Classic Bhutan
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Attractions
- Tour iconic monasteries and dzongs (Bhutanese monastery-fortresses)
- Step into the shoes of a rice farmer as you witness day-to-day rural life
- Make a pilgrimage to the striking Tiger's Nest Monastery
- Learn about Bhutan's complex history at the National Museum and Folk Heritage Museum
- Visit a traditional fertility shrine, popular with young Bhutanese couples
- Get acquainted with Bhutan's quixotic national animal, the moose-like Takin
- Tour with an expert on Bhutanese history and culture
- Bhutan measures its progress on "Gross National Happiness"
- Famously detailed information and personalized service with every aspect of your trip, from beginning until end
Best Time to Go
Bhutan's climate varies with altitude. The best time depends on which regions and activities you plan.
Rhododendrons bloom across the valleys. Pleasant temperatures and clear skies.
Monsoon season with heavy rain. Lush green landscapes but limited mountain views.
Clear skies, crisp air. Peak season for festivals and Himalayan views.
Cold but dry. Fewer tourists. Black-necked cranes visit Phobjikha Valley.
Your Itinerary
Each day carefully curated to showcase the best of Bhutan's monasteries, valleys and cultural heritage.
- Arrive in Paro, drive to Thimphu
- Greeted and privately transferred to your lovely hotel
- Traditional architectural character
- Nalanda Buddhist Institute
- Valley views at Sangay Gang
- Takin Sanctuary
- Zilukha Nunnery
- Prayerful circumambulations of the Memorial Chorten
- Folk Heritage Museum
- Kuenselphordan (the world's largest sitting Buddha)
- Tashichhodzong (the capitol building)
- Local market
- Drive over Dochula Pass (10,300 ft.) to Punakha
- Walk to Chimi Lhakhang (a fertility shrine)
- Punakha Dzong
- Traditional village life
- Khasum Yuelley Namgel Chorten
- Walk across suspension bridge
- Bale Lhakhang
- Views of the Punakha valley
- Talo Village
- Drive to the vast Phobjikha Valley Conservation area
- Black Mountain National Park
- Home to migrating black-necked cranes, barking deer, wild boar, black bears, leopards and foxes
- Gangtey Goemba
- Drive to Paro
- Locals practicing archery (the national sport)
- Visit farming family
- Local snacks and tea
- Kyichu Lhakhang
- Historic artifacts at the National Museum (Ta Dzong)
- Paro Dzong
- Taktshang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery
- Lunch at Tea House
- Private transfer to the airport or extend
Pricing Note
The estimated daily land cost per person for this sample itinerary using moderately priced first class and boutique style hotels, not including any internal or international flights, starts at:
$700 per person per day · based on double occupancyReady to Explore Bhutan?
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