Bhutan is also popularly known as the Last Shangrila or Heaven on Earth. Many believe it's the Switzerland of the East, but some argue it's even better. The Himalayan nation is also known for the concept of Gross National Happiness, which is reflective of the Bhutanese people's pursuit of happiness over materialism.
The simplicity and kindness of the people of Bhutan beautifully blend with the tradition and culture the country espouses. A complete experience of joy, fulfilment, spirituality and wonder awaits those who visit Bhutan.
We at Travel with a Cause promise to help you visit this magical country. We also organize a combo tour of India Bhutan and Nepal under India Bhutan Travels with its head
office located in New Delhi India and Branch office in Kathmandu Nepal and Thimphu in Bhutan.
BHUTAN TWAC SPECIAL
4 to 8 Days Itinerary available, please find below 4 & 8 Days itineraries shown, for full details please feel free to contact TWAC on 1300 122873 info@twac.org.au
- Discover Bhutan 4 Days
- Glimpse of Bhutan - 5 Days
- Gateway to Happiness - 6 Days
- Enchanting Bhutan - 7 Days
- Explore Bhutan - 8 Days
Day 01: Arrive Paro- Transfer to Thimphu
Welcome to Bhutan!!! On arrival at Paro International airport, you will be received and greeted by our representative in a traditional Bhutanese style. Drive to the capital of Bhutan, Thimphu. Check-in at hotel. Thimphu is a place where you can witness a complete blend of modernity and tradition. Stroll around Thimphu Town and visit the oldest and the biggest Book store in Bhutan DSB Books (Best and complete collection of books in Bhutan and on all genre).
Overnight stay at hotel in Thimphu.
Day 02: Thimphu
After breakfast, we head out for a beautiful day which includes sightseeing of Thimphu Valley. There are several things to witness and activities here such as Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang), National Memorial Chorten, Textile and Folk Heritage Museum, The National Library, Tashichho Dzong and Handicrafts Emporium and Institute for Zorig Chusum, Weekend Market of Thimphu, Bhutan Post Office and Local Crafts Bazaar.
Later in the evening, drive to Paro. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 03: Paro
After breakfast, you can explore Paro during day time. Visit Ta Dzong and Paro Dzong. Post
lunch drive to Drukgyel Dzong. On the way, you can also visit Kyichu Lhakhang. OR we can choose today for Hike to the Tigers nest (Taktsang Monastery).Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 04: Paro Depart
After early breakfast at the hotel, drive to the airport for flight to your onward destination. Our representative will help you with exit formalities and then bid you farewell.
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Day 01: Arrive Paro- Transfer to Thimphu
Welcome to Bhutan!!! On arrival at Paro International airport you will be received and greeted by our representative in a traditional Bhutanese style. Drive to the capital of Bhutan, Thimphu. Check in at hotel. Thimphu is a place where you can witness a complete blend of modernity and tradition. Stroll around Thimphu Town and visit the oldest and the biggest Book store in Bhutan DSB Books (Best and complete collection of books in Bhutan and on all genre).
Overnight stay at hotel in Thimphu.
Day 02: Thimphu
After breakfast we head out for a beautiful day which includes sightseeing of Thimphu Valley. There are several things to witness/activities here such as Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang), Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Takin Sanctuary, Bhutan Post Office, Changangkha Lhakhang, National Library, Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School), Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum, Local Crafts Bazaar, Simple Bhutan and Weekend Market of Thimphu. (You are free to choose as much as you would like to vist from the above list)
Overnight Stay at hotel in Thimphu.
Day 03: Thimphu-Punakha
In the morning after B/F drive towards Punakha via the Dochula la pass, where you will stop to enjoy views of the eastern Himalaya ranges.
In the afternoon Visit Punakha Dzong, a very beautiful Bhutanese architecture armed by the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers, with rich Buddhist collections. Visit Suspension Bridge nearby (the longest bridge in Bhutan). Take a short walking excursion to Chimi Lhakhang, also known as Fertility temple.Overnight stay at resort/hotel in Punakha
Day 04: Punakha – Wangdue
Start our day with A beautiful hike takes one to the regal Khamsum Yuelley Namgel Chorten, which was built to remove negative forces and promote peace, stability and harmony in the changing world.
Post lunch, visit to Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang (Nunnery)
Then drive on to Talo village. The beautiful village of Talo (alt. 2,800m) which is scattered along the hill slopes, known for its cleanliness and hygiene among Punakha villages.Overnight at the hotel in Punakha or Wangdue.
Day 05: Punakha – Paro
After breakfast drive back to Paro, En route visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the country.
Later in the day after checking into hotel, proceed to visit Ta Dzong, Rinpung Dzong, meaning (“fortress of the heap of jewels”), Kyichu Lhakhang and Drugyel Dzong.
Evening take a stroll around interesting city centre of Paro.
Overnight at the hotel in Paro.Day 06: Paro
After breakfast move toward Paro valley.
Full day sightseeing at Taktsang Monastery (tiger nest). The climb up to the viewpoint will take around 11⁄2 hours and from there you will enjoy a spectacular view of the monastery clinging to the side of the cliff. Overnight Stay at hotel in Paro.
Day 07: Paro-Full day Excrusion to Haa Valley
After breakfast, full day excursion to Haa valley en route taking a short stop at Chelela pass. At an elevation of 3,988 meters, Chelela is considered to be one of the highest motorable passes in Bhutan.
Visit Lhakhang Karpo (White temple), established in the 7th century by Tibetan King Songtsen Gempo followed by Lhakhang Nagpo (Black temple), also built in 7th century by Tibetan King Songtsen Gempo and situated towards the north of Lhakhang Karpo. Lhakhang Nagpo serves as the seat for the guardian deity ‘Da Do Chen’.Overnight at the hotel in Paro.