6 Night Bhutan - Fishing Tour

Package Overview

Step into a world where history, nature, and adventure come alive. Explore ancient dzongs, trek to the legendary Tiger’s Nest, and drive through the stunning Dochu La Pass. Immerse yourself in local markets, experience Bhutanese traditions, and try your hand at archery, the national sport.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Paro

  When you arrive in Paro by Bhutan national carrier, Druk Air, your tour guide will pick you up at the airport and then escort you to your hotel. After taking a rest, you will head to enjoy sightseeing around Paro. You will first visit the Ta Dzong Museum, which houses many religious relics, works of art and handicrafts offering a great orientation into Bhutan historical, cultural, and religious past. Next drive to the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples constructed by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. This temple is built in a manner similar to the Jokhang in Lhasa, and holds great golden image of Buddha Shakyamuni inside. And Later explore the Paro Rinpung Dzong. Located at the suburb of Paro City, Rinpung Dzong is a fortress built in the 17th Century to protect Paro valley, which offers you picturesque scenery and a sense of inner peace. Stay overnight in Paro.

  • Themes Museums
• Day 2 : Paro River Fishing; Paro to Haa

  In the morning, we will do fishing along upper Paro Chhu River. After lunch, we will drive to Haa from Paro. On the way we will pass through Chelela Pass (3,988m), the highest Pass in Bhutan. Upon arrival, we will visit the Haa Lhakhang Karpo and Lhkhang Nagpo, two of the 108 monasteries built by SongtsenGampo, a Tibetan king in the 7th century. These temples are the guardians of the people of Haa Valley. Stay overnight in Haa.

  • Themes Angling
• Day 3 : Haa River Fishing; Haa to Thimphu

  Today we will first do fishing in Haa River until lunchtime. Haa is a very pristine and beautiful valley in western Bhutan. The river Haa Chhu is an alpine river at an altitude of about 2700 meters. Due to this altitude, it better to come for fishing in late April and May or September, otherwise it can be unpleasantly cold. Most common fish in Haa River is brown trout and snow trout. Then after lunch, we will drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. It is a pleasant ride of about 115 km, traversing beautiful villages, pin forests. Upon arrival, you can enjoy an evening stroll around the city. Stay overnight in Thimphu.

  • Themes Angling
• Day 4 : Thimphu Sightseeing

  Today you will enjoy a full-day sightseeing around the capital of Bhutan, Thimphu, to visit the following sites: 1) National Memorial Chorten: The National Memorial Chortan was constructed in memorial of the third King of Bhutan, King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, in 1974. The King was generally regarded as the father of modern Bhutan and widely esteemed by the Bhutanese. Chorten in Bhutan literally refers to the œseat of faith and Buddhists often call such monuments the œMind of Buddha. 2) National Textile Museum: It is an amazing museum that keeps the traditional art of waving preserved and exhibits a good collection of ancient colored textile in various forms. You can find how the exquisite exhibits are waved by locals giving a spot operation with intricate tools. 3) Traditional Arts and Crafts Painting School Visiting the painting school where students receive a six-year course on the 13 different traditional arts and crafts. 4) National Institute of Traditional Medicine See the productive process of Bhutan traditional medicine, herbs mostly, and watch the medical practitioner training. 5) Traditional Paper Making Factory Originating from the old tradition in the 8th century, Bhutan papermaking has been well preserved and listed as the valuable national heritage of Bhutanese culture. Stay overnight in Thimphu

  • Themes Museums
• Day 5 : Thimphu to Punakha (Day Excursion)

  The new day begins with tasty Bhutanese breakfast. After that, we will travel northeast to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan. On the way, we will stop at scenic Dochu La Pass (3,100m), where there are about 108 sacred stupas or temples being build out there. The perfect vintage point brings you the unobstructed vista of Great Himalayas. After lunch at Wangduephodrang (1,350m), we keep driving to Punakha, which used to the capital of Bhutan. You will explore the world-renowned Punakha Dzong, widely believed to be the most beautiful Bhutanese Dzong, built at the confluence of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu Rivers. You will also visit Chimi Lhakhang, a popular Buddhist monastery built around 1499 by Ngawang Chogyal. Then we will drive back to Thimphu. Stay overnight in Thimphu.

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 6 : Trek to Taksang Lhakhang (Tigers Nest)

  After the breakfast, we will drive to Paro from Thimphu. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a trek to Taktshang Goemba (also known as Tiger's Nest). Standing on the cliff of Paro Valley, Taktshang Goemba (3120 meters) is the landmark of Paro as well as the holiest temple in Bhutan. Its said that Guru Padmasambhava (also known as Guru Rinpoche) had flied here on the back of a tigress and meditated in the caves on the cliffside for three months. From here, you can catch a panoramic view of Paro Valley. After lunch, you may opt for a stone bath or enjoy free exploration nearby. Stay overnight in Paro."

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 7 : Departure from Paro

  Today, our tour guide will transfer you to Paro International Airport for your next destination. Tour service end. Tashi Delek"

  • Themes Sightseeing

Inclusions

• Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of USD 100 per person per night
• One-time visa fee of USD 40 per person
• Accommodation in 3-star hotels and homestays with double or twin sharing and private bathroom
• Full board meals including breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Entry to all listed attractions as per the itinerary
• Air-conditioned vehicle for all excursions and transfers
• Services of a professional English-speaking guide

Exclusions

• International and domestic flights
• Beverages, tips, travel insurance, and personal expenses
• Room upgrades to 4-star or 5-star hotels and additional room supplements
• Single supplement of USD 35 per night for groups of three or more when extra rooms are required
• Additional services can be arranged as per preference

Package Start From

• Paro, Bhutan, Asia

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