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Bhutan Highlights Tour - 7 Nights 8 Days of Culture & Adventure

Name: Bhutan Highlights Tour - 7 Nights 8 Days of Culture & Adventure
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7Nights Bhutan Highlights Tour

Duration: 8 days

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Highlights

Embark on our enchanting 7 Nights 8 Days Bhutan Highlights Tour, immersing in rich culture and breathtaking landscapes. From Paro's vibrant hues to Thimphu's charming streets, explore Punakha's lush valleys and Gangtey's serene glacial expanse. Discover Trongsa's historical significance before retracing to Paro, with a detour to Haa Valley. Culminate your journey with a visit to the awe-inspiring Taktsang Monastery, known as the Tiger's Nest. Experience Bhutan's culture, religion, and history in one unforgettable expedition.

Itinerary

Arrival in Paro (2250m) and transfer to Thimphu (2350m) and sightseeing

Happiness Drukyul Holiday
With years of experience in crafting unforgettable journeys, Aura Trails Bhutan offers expertly guided tours led by knowledgeable and friendly local guides. We carefully handpick quality accommodations and provide comfortable, luxury transportation to ensure a smooth and enjoyable travel experience. From personalized service to authentic cultural insights, we are committed to making your Bhutan journey truly special.
Thimphu
12 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
Stay overnight in Thimphu
Accommodations
Overnight in Hotel
Food And Drinks
Lunch
Dinner

Thimphu sightseeing to Punakha (1310m)

Thimphu District
4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
After breakfast visit National Memorial Chorten Institute of Traditional Medicine, Folk heritage Museum, Textile Museum, Takin Zoo and Buddha Point. Later drive towards Punakha for about 1 and half hour passing across Dochula Pass (3,050m). Overnight at Hotel.
Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
The Memorial Stupa, Thimphu, also known as the Thimphu Chorten, is a stupa (Dzongkha chöten, cheten) in Thimphu, Bhutan, located on Doeboom Lam in the southern-central part of the city near the main roundabout and Indian military hospital. The stupa, built in 1974 to honor the third Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928–1972), is a prominent landmark in the city with its golden spires and bells. In 2008, it underwent extensive renovation. It is popularly known as "the most visible religious landmark in Bhutan". It was consecrated by Dudjom Jigdral Yeshe Dorje.
Thimphu’s Weekend Market
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
Visit weekend market, if the tour is in weekend.
Dochula Pass
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
Stop at Dochula Pass on the way from Thimphu to Punakha
Buddha Dordenma
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
Visit Buddha Point
Motithang Takin Preserve
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
Visit Takin Preserve
Centenary Farmers Market
30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
Centenary Farmers Market in Thimphu is best for local fresh farm products.
National Folk Heritage Museum
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
Folk Heritage Museum highlights the culture and traditions of Bhutan.
Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
Tashichoe Dzong is a Buddhist monastery and fortress in Thimphu.
Chimi Lhakhang Temple
30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
Chimi Lhakhang is the temple dedicated to Drukpa Kunley and also known as the 'fertility temple'.
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel.
Food And Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Punakha sightseeing and travel to Gangtey (2320m)

Punakha
12 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
After breakfast visit Punakha Dzong, visit to Punakha Suspension Bridge and drive to Gangtey via Wangdue. Drive up a winding mountain road through oak and rhododendron forest, over a high pass down into the Phobjikha Valley. Phobjikha is one of Bhutan’s few glacial valleys, and chosen winter home of black-necked cranes, migrating from the Tibetan plateau. Visit Gangtey Monastery. Later, drive for an hour through the jungle before emerging to the valley floor. Overnight at Hotel.
Punakha Dzong
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungthang Dewa chhenbi Phodrang (meaning "the palace of great happiness or bliss", is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Constructed by Ngawang Namgyal, 1st Zhabdrung Rinpoche, in 1637–38, it is the second oldest and second largest dzong in Bhutan and one of its most majestic structures. The dzong houses the sacred relics of the southern Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, including the Rangjung Kharsapani and the sacred remains of Ngawang Namgyal and the tertön Pema Lingpa.
Punakha Suspension Bridge
15 minsAdmission Ticket Included
A short hike to Punakha Suspension Bridge.
Wangdue
Drive to Gangtey via Wangdue
Gangtey
A scenic drive to Gangtey valley
Phobjikha Valley
12 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
A beautiful valley also known as winter home of black-necked cranes.
Gangtey Monastery
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
Short visit to Gangtey Monastery
Accommodations
Overnight in Hotel.
Food And Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Gangtey sightseeing and travel to Trongsa(2200m)

Trongsa
12 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
Drive to the Pele la Pass and enter the traditional eastern region. Then the road gradually drops passing through Kgebji village, Sephu village, Chendebji village followed by large Chendebji Chorten. Now the road passes through farms, villages and reaches the Trongsa Dzong. Visit Trongsa Dzong which is the largest and most impressive Dzong in Bhutan built in 1644 by the Shabdrung. Overnight at Hotel.
Trongsa District
30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
Visit Trongsa Dzong
Tongsa Dzong
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
Trongsa Dzong is the largest dzong fortress in Bhutan
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel
Food And Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Trongsa sightseeing and travel to Wangdue (1310m)

Wangdue Phodrang District
Early in the morning after breakfast, drive for about 6 hours re-tracing the same route back to Trongsa. Overnight at Hotel.
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel
Food And Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Wangdue to Haa Valley(3050m) and return to Paro (2250m)

Haa Valley
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
After breakfast, drive over Chele La Pass (3899m) and then continue the drive towards Haa. Visit Wangchuckli Dzong, Lhakhang Nakpo (Black temple), and Lhakhang Karpo in Haa. Afterwards, drive back to Paro. Overnight at Hotel.
Chele La Pass
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
Drive to Haa Valley via Chele La Pass
Haa District
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
A visit to Haa Valley.
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel
Food And Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Paro – Hike to Taktsang Monastery, and sightseeing

Paro Taktsang
5 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
Early in the morning after breakfast drive towards the base camp of Taktsang and then commence the hike up to the Taktsang Monastery-Tiger’s Nest. Afterwards, hike back to the road point then drive to Kyichu Lakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan. Also visit Rinpung Dzong. Later drive back to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Kyichu Lhakhang སྐྱིད་ཆུ་ལྷ་ཁང་།
30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
Visit Kyichu Lakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan
Paro Taktsang
5 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
Tasktsang Monastery also knonw as 'Tiger's Nest' is the prime attraction of Bhutan.
Paro Taktsang
5 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
Hike to Paro Taktsang monastery.
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel
Food And Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

After breakfast, drive to airport and fly to your onward journey

Paro
Your 7 Nights Bhutan Tour end today, after breakfast, drive towards the Paro international airport, board the flight and bid farewell to remote and legendary Dragon Kingdom.
Food And Drinks
Breakfast

What's included

INCLUDED

Route Permit and monuments entrance fees

Sightseeing as per itinerary

3-star accommodation on twin sharing

Sustainable development fee USD 100 per person per night

Government SDF, surcharges, all taxes etc.

Bhutan visa fee – including all necessary processing

Lunch (7)

Dinner (7)

All land transportation by private vehicle

Breakfast (7)

Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle.

A licensed Private Bhutanese tour guide

NOT INCLUDED

Airfare & Travel Insurance

Expenses of personal nature, Tips to guides and drivers

Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.

Customer reviews

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Additional information

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All international travelers are required to obtain a visa clearance prior to traveling to Bhutan. Once your trip is confirmed, we will handle the visa processing on your behalf. To proceed, we only require a clear copy of your passport, a recent photograph, and your flight details, which can be conveniently sent via email or whatsapp.

We welcome last-minute bookings; however, please allow at least 2 business days for visa processing.

Please allow a minimum of 2 business days for visa processing. We guarantee 100% visa approval for all travelers.

No need to print or pre-stamp your visa. We will provide an e-visa, and upon arrival in Bhutan, your passport will be stamped at the airport for entry.

Would you like to customize your tour or upgrade your hotel? Absolutely! After you book your trip, we can provide a separate, personalized quote for any modifications or upgrades you choose.

How to Get to Bhutan: Traveling to Bhutan is easy and hassle-free with direct flights operated by Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines. These airlines connect Bhutan with several major cities across Asia and the Middle East. You can fly directly to Paro International Airport from cities such as Kathmandu, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Singapore, Bangkok, Dubai, and Dhaka. Whether you’re coming from South Asia or Southeast Asia, these convenient connections make your journey to the Land of the Thunder Dragon smooth and comfortable.

Visiting Bhutan can be more expensive than other destinations because the country follows a “High Value, Low Impact” tourism policy. This ensures sustainable travel, preservation of culture and environment, and quality experiences for visitors. Costs include mandatory daily tariffs, accommodation, transportation, guides, and entrance fees, all designed to provide a safe, authentic, and enriching journey while supporting local communities.

Most hotels in Bhutan offer free Wi-Fi for your stay, allowing you to stay connected with family, friends, or work. However, internet access may be limited during tours. To stay connected on the go, you can easily purchase a local SIM card with data at Paro Airport at an affordable price, ensuring you have coverage whenever you need it.

Location

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Thimphu, Bhutan

Provider

Happiness Drukyul Holiday

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