Bhutan 7N Tour

Bhutan
8 Days 7 Nights

Overview

Embark on an enchanting 7-night tour of Bhutan with Go360, where every moment is crafted to reveal the rich tapestry of this mystical kingdom. Our journey begins with awe-inspiring roadside waterfalls, setting the tone for the natural beauty that abounds in Bhutan. Explore the Simply Bhutan Living Museum, an immersive experience that brings the country’s culture and traditions to life. Stand in awe at Kuensel Phodrang-Buddha Point, home to one of the largest Buddha statues in the world, offering panoramic views of the Thimphu Valley. Delve into the intricacies of Bhutanese heritage at the Royal Textile Academy & Museum and uncover the vibrant arts at the Handicrafts Market. Experience the rural charm at the Folk Heritage Museum and meet Bhutan’s national animal at the Takin Reserve & Mini Zoo.

Continue your cultural journey with a visit to Chimi Lhakhang, known as the fertility temple, where you'll hear fascinating local legends. The National Museum of Bhutan awaits to captivate you with its extensive collection of Bhutanese art and artifacts. Throughout this unforgettable adventure, Go360 ensures that every site is seamlessly accessible, providing you with guided tours and comfortable transportation. Let us take you on a meticulously curated tour, offering unparalleled insights and experiences, making your Bhutan journey truly magical.

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Tour Highlights

  • Roadside waterfalls
  • Simply Bhutan - A Living Museum 
  • Kuensel Phodrang-Buddha Point 
  • Royal Textile Academy & Museum 
  • Handicrafts Market 
  • Folk Heritage Museum
  • Takin Reserve & Mini Zoo 
  • Chimi Lhakhang 
  • National Museum of Bhutan

Facilities

  •  Lunch Lunch
  • FlightFlight
  • SightseeingsSightseeings
  • StayStay
  • BreakfastBreakfast
  • DinnerDinner

  • Arrive at Bagdogra Airport. You will be met with your chauffeur at parking and you will be transferred to Phuentsholing. Evening will be at leisure.
  • Overnight stay in Phuentsholing.

 

  • Have breakfast at the hotel. After that you will be transferred to Thimphu. Check into the hotel. Later proceed to visit the below places. Enroute visit Gedu Town & experience some roadside waterfalls.
  • On the way back visit Tachog Lhakhang [Entry Fee of INR 500/- per person] : Tachog (also referred as Tashog or Tamchhog) Lhakhang is small private temple and traditional suspension bridge located some 15 km on the way from Paro town to Thimphu. It was built in 16th century by Tibetan saint Thangton Gampo (also referred as Thang Tong Gyalpo)

  • Also you may take a walk to the main city from Clock tower square for shopping. It provides an excellent opportunity to mingle with local people.

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    Overnight at a hotel in Thimphu.


     


     

 

  • After breakfast you will be transferred to the following places.
  • Simply Bhutan - A Living Museum [Entry fee of 1000/- per person] – Simply Bhutan is a living museum which gives the tourists a taste of Bhutanese lifestyle. You get to dress up, distill arak, try your hand at archery – in short everything that the natives do. The museum has an inspiring program of engaging Bhutanese youth in the preservation of local culture, one of the four tenets of Gross Happiness Product that the Wangchuks and Bhutan itself has come to embody

  • Kuensel Phodrang-Buddha Point – The statue was cast in bronze in China and transported by sea and road to this site once occupied by the palace of Druk Desi, a secular ruler of Bhutan in the eighteenth-century. At its completion, the statue will contain 125,000 gilded Buddha statues and a wealth of other statuary.

 

  • Royal Textile Academy & Museum - Intricately patterned wild silk kiras from Lhuentse hang alongside rough nettle fiber cloth from Zhemgang in Bhutan's excellent Royal Textile Academy. The museum, housed in an impressive modern building, celebrates the country's vibrant and varied tradition of hand weaving. From the towering applique thangka that overlooks the entrance hall and the sumptuous garments on display in the Royal Gallery to mannequins dressed in simple herders' clothing from Laya, the museum offers an unparalleled chance to learn about and appreciate this unique aspect of Bhutanese culture.
  • Handicrafts Market – An interesting market with local items and bargain price handicraft goods.
  • Folk Heritage Museum [Entry fee of 300/- per person] - The Folk Heritage Museum, located on the outskirts of Thimphu, recreates a traditional Bhutanese family home inside a beautiful 19th century rammed earth and timber building. Here, the family's prized possessions are on display: shiny wooden bowls line the kitchen shelves, richly patterned fabrics hang alongside aged leopard fur bags in the room next door, and gold glints from thangkas hang in the family's altar room. 

  • Later proceed to visit TashichoeDzong (outer view) (Fortress of Glorious Religion) [Entry fee of 500/- per person - if guests want to enter inside] 

  • Takin Reserve & Mini Zoo [Entry fee of 300/- per person]

  • En-route visit DochuLa - A mountain pass leading further into the Punakha Valley. It offers a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of Eastern Himalayan mountain ranges. The view is especially scenic on clear, winter days with snow capped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 chortens gracing the mountain pass.
  • Later visit below places

  • Punakha Dzong [Entry fee of 500/- per person] : Also known as "the palace of great happiness", Punakha Dzong is located at the confluence of the Pho Chhu (father) and Mo Chhu (mother) rivers in the Punakha–Wangdue valley. This Dzong is the most picturesque of all Bhutan ancient fortresses and it joins the mainland by an arched wooden bridge that contains many precious relics from the days when successive kings reigned the Kingdom from this Punakha valley. 

 

  • Suspension Bridge - This hidden treasure in the Punakha Valley connects the rest of the valley to the old administrative center of Punakha Dzongkhag. The whole deck is covered with prayer flags and provides a perfect spot for bird watching and photography.
  • You may do the river rafting at an optional cost [Approx cost INR 8,000/- to 10,000/- per boat - Capacity : 08 pax in 01 boat]

  • Check into the Hotel. Rest day in leisure.

  • Overnight at a hotel in Punakha

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • After breakfast, check out of the hotel & proceed to Visit Chimi Lhakhang.
  • Chimi Lhakhang [Entry fee of 500/- per person] - Stationed at the top of a hillock, the Chimi Lhakhang is a site dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley. Known as the 'Divine Madman,' Lama Drukpa Kuenley is said to use songs, humor, and outrageous behavior to preach his teachings. Chimi Lhakhang temple is believed to be the temple of fertility, and the Bhutanese hold a strong belief that childless couples are blessed by Lama Drukpa Kuenley if they visit the temple and pray for a child. The road to the temple follows a picturesque rural trail through the paddy field that takes visitors to the temple from the road, and after crossing the paddy field, you will find a tiny stream from where Chimi Lhakhang is just a short climb away. 
  • Later drive back to Paro, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and ParoChhu river valleys, before crossing through Paro Town towards the north end of the valley. Later in the day after checking into the hotel, rest day will be at leisure.
  • Overnight stay at the hotel in Paro.

  • Tiger nest hiking [Entry fee of 1000/- per person - if guests want to enter inside the monastery] - After breakfast proceed for Taktsang Monastery - 'World Heritage site' trekking. It requires a 3 hours hike to reach the Monastery and 2 hours to come down to the base point. Ponies are available for hire till the cafeteria while going. OR
  • You may do the below local sightseeing at Paro
  • Paro Airport View:  This is one of the most stunning airports in the World and also the country’s first and only international airport. With a breathtaking view, this airport became a must-visit place in Paro.

 

  • National Museum of Bhutan: An ancient watchtower that now displays hundreds of ancient Bhutanese artifacts and artwork including traditional costumes, armor, weaponry, and handcrafted implements for daily life. The collections represent the rich cultural traditions of the country. 
  • Ta Dzong [Entry fee of 500/- per person], originally built as Watchtower, which now houses the National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons & armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts.
  • Then walk down the trail to visit RinpungDzong, meaning (“fortress of the heap of jewels”), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic mandalas. 

  • Later visit Paro Market to buy souvenirs for your family & friends. You may do the photo session with the Bhutanese traditional attire at the river bank of Paro at your own cost.

  • Overnight at a hotel in Paro. 

     

     

     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Later check out of the hotel & visit Paro Market to buy souvenirs for your family & friends. You may do the photo session with the Bhutanese traditional attire at the river bank of Paro at your own cost. 
  • Later proceed to Lataguri. Check-in at hotel and rest of the day in leisure.
  • Overnight at a hotel in Lataguri. 

  • After breakfast transfer to the airport. Our escort will bid you farewell.
  • Optional : If you have afternoon train / Flight you may do the Jungle Safari in the early morning at an additional cost

 

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