Bhutan Short Tour
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Embark on a captivating 4-day journey through Bhutan, exploring the enchanting cities of Thimphu and Paro Valley. This brief yet immersive tour offers a perfect introduction to Bhutan’s unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.
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Begin in Thimphu, the vibrant capital city, where you’ll experience its spiritual landmarks and lively streets. Discover the grandeur of ancient monasteries, including the iconic Tashichho Dzong, and enjoy panoramic views from the Buddha Viewpoint. As you venture to Paro Valley, you’ll be captivated by its serene landscapes and historic sites. The highlight of your trip will be a hike to the legendary Taktsang Monastery, famously perched on a cliffside and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
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This tour is designed to provide a rich Bhutanese experience within a short timeframe, combining cultural immersion with stunning natural scenery. Ideal for travelers seeking a condensed yet comprehensive exploration of Bhutan’s heritage and beauty, this journey promises lasting memories and a deeper appreciation of this Himalayan kingdom.
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- Pick and Drop Services
- 1 Meal Per Day
- Cruise Dinner & Music Event
- Visit 7 Best Places in the City With Group
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Food & Drinks
- Tickets
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Tour Plan
On arrival in Paro International Airport, complete the immigration formalities and exit through only one arrival gate , you will be received by our Bhutan Travel Expert Guide and transferred to capital Thimphu. Later in the afternoon, visit Memorial Chorten and Buddha viewpoint. Evening, visit Tashichho Dzong and take a leisurely walk in and around Thimphu town.Your arrival time and your interest will dictate how much you can see. For instance, if your flight is early, we can cover more places /sights or fewer if your arrival time is late. We know that when you come to Bhutan for a short period, you will want to make an optimum use of it. Our Guide will listen to you and incorporate visits according to your interests. In general there are no extra costs and if there is, our guide will inform you of minimal extra costs that may be charged to cover tour beyond our standard program. Overnight in Thimphu.
If you wish, you can start early after the breakfast. If you are up early before the tour begins, you could walk short distance from your hotel to the Memorial Chorten. Many people are found here in the early hours, circumambulating (in clockwise direction) and saying prayers before they go about their daily life. After breakfast, visit the Giant Buddha statue, School of Arts and Craft, National library and others. Around noon, drive to Paro in time for lunch. Later visit National Museum, followed by Paro Dzong. On foot, walk across the traditional covered bridge to the charming Paro town. If time is available, you can visit Kichu Lhakhang temple today or next day. Overnight in Paro.
After breakfast drive to north end of Paro valley and hike to iconic Taktsang (tiger’s nest) monastery. The hike takes between 1-2hrs till the first view point (cafeteria) and another hour to climb up to the monastery. The whole excursion is expected to take most of the day. Riding Horses are available at the start point of the trek to go uphill till the first view point (Cafeteria). Upon return, as per available time and your interests, we could visit the ruins of historic Drugyel Dzong and others. Overnight in hotel.
Optional: Excursion to Chele la passes if you wish to skip the Hike.
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4.4
My recent trip to Bhutan was nothing short of magical! From the moment we landed, the serene beauty of the country enveloped us, and every day of the tour was an unforgettable experience.
Tour Organization and Staff
The tour was incredibly well-organized, with everything running smoothly from start to finish. Our guide was exceptional — knowledgeable, warm, and attentive. They made us feel like we were in good hands and took the time to explain the history and significance of each location we visited. The driver was excellent, and we felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey.
4
The tour was incredibly well-organized, with everything running smoothly from start to finish. Our guide was exceptional — knowledgeable, warm, and attentive. They made us feel like we were in good hands and took the time to explain the history and significance of each location we visited. The driver was excellent, and we felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey.
4
We had a fantastic trip with Bhutan Travel Expert! They crafted a unique itinerary that was perfect for our family. Thank you for a wonderful experience