7 Days Bhutan - Thimphu Tshechu 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 in Paro

  The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular mountain flights in the world, with a constantly changing panorama of some of the highest mountains on earth. Our representative will meet you at Paro airport exit doors following customs formalities. After lunch enjoy afternoon sightseeing around Paro, including a visit to the Ta Dzong Museum housing many religious relics, works of art and handicrafts offering a great orientation into Bhutans historical, cultural, and religious past. Next, visit the Rimpong Dzong to see the painting of the great saint Milarepa, considered as the master of meditation by the Bhutanese and believed to have attained enlightenment in a lifetime. Dzongs are large monasteries and district administrative centres, which were once strategic forts. Afterwards, drive to the capital, Thimphu (1.5 hours) following the Pachu River. Before dinner at the hotel there will be an orientation on Bhutanese etiquette by your guide. Overnight at your hotel in Thimphu.

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• Day 2 : Thimphu local sightseeing

  After breakfast, drive to Tashichhodzong to attend the Thimphu festival. You will see locals dressed in their finest clothes who have walked from miles around to attend the festivities. They come to watch masked dances, to pray, and to feast. While the underlying purpose of the festival is spiritual, dances are more often like plays, telling stories where good triumphs over evil, or depicting significant historical events, especially surrounding the life of Bhutans patron saint, Padmasambhava (also known as Guru Rinpoche). There is inevitably a great deal of socialising as well. Tashichhodzong, the fortress of the glorious religion. Initially erected in 1641 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it was rebuilt in the 1960s during the reign of Bhutans third king in the traditional style, without plans or nails. Tashichhodzong houses some ministries, His Majestys secretariat, and the central monk body. Overnight at your hotel in Thimphu.

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• Day 3 : Witness the Festival

  Enjoy a morning of sightseeing, including a visit to 12th century Changangkha Temple, and the National Memorial Chorten depicting the Buddhist faith in the form of paintings and statues. This temple was first initiated by the Third King as a protection from the negative elements of modernisation, and as a monument to world peace. The Royal Queen Mother completed it as a memorial stupa for the Third King who passed away in 1972. In the afternoon return to Tashichhodzong to further experience the colourful events of the Thimphu festival. Overnight at your hotel in Thimphu.

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• Day 4 : Thimphu to Punakha

  Drive over the Dochu-La pass (3,100 meters), which on a clear day offers an incredible view of Himalayan peaks before descending into balmy Punakha valley (about 3 hrs total driving time). The drive through the countryside affords a glimpse of everyday life in this most remote of Himalayan kingdoms. In the Dochu-La area there are vast Rhododendron forests that grow to tree size and bloom in late April/early May covering the mountains in a riot of glorious spring colour. Punakha was the ancient capital of Bhutan. On arrival, visit Punakha Dzong, the Palace of Great Happiness built in 1637 by the Shabdrung, the Unifier of Bhutan. It is situated at the confluence of the Mo Chu and Pho Chu (Mother and Father Rivers) and is the winter headquarters of the Je Khenpo and hundreds of monks who move en masse from Thimphu to this warmer location. The three story main temple of the Punakha Dzong is a breathtaking example of traditional architecture with four intricately embossed entran

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• Day 5 : Punakha to Paro

  In the morning drive to Yabesa village and hike to through ricefields and up to Khamsum Yueley Namgyal Chorten, built by her majesty the queen Ashi Tshering Yangdon Wangchuk. Perched high on a hill on the bank of the river, the Chorten houses paintings belonging to Nyingmapa Traditions. Drive back to Thimphu where you will visit The National Library housing the collection of Bhutanese scriptures dating back to the 8th century and a fascinating replica of a medieval farmhouse at the Folk Heritage Museum. You will also have an opportunity to visit handicraft and souvenir stores. If your visit to Thimphu coincides with the weekend, you can walk through the Thimphu Market to see the variety of food of Bhutan, including basket upon basket of fiery chillies, fresh cheese and a variety of fresh greens. In addition, many stalls contain Bhutanese handicrafts and household items. Afterwards proceed to Paro, On arrival in Paro, check into the hotel. Overnight at your hotel in Paro.

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• Day 6 : Paro Local sightseeing

  After breakfast hike to Taktsang Monastery. The trail is broad and the walk of approximately 2 hours uphill takes you almost a kilometre above the Paro valley floor (for those who cannot hike we will arrange a horse for transfer up to the viewing point). The view of Taktsang Monastery built on a sheer cliff face 900 metres above the valley floor is a spectacular sight. The Monastery is also an important pilgrim site for the Buddhists. The great Guru Rimpoche is said to have flown here on the back of a tigress when he brought the teachings of the Buddhist Dharma to Bhutan in the 8th Century. He then mediated in a cave there for three months where the monastery was later built. Nearby there is a teahouse where you can stop for refreshments. In the afternoon drive to the almost fully reconstructed Drukgyel Dzong. The original monument (destroyed by fire in 1951) was built by Shabdrung to commemorate his victory against invading Tibetans in 1644. In fine weather the towering peak of the sa

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• Day 7 : Departure from Paro airport

  Breakfast in the hotel, then drive to the airport for flight to your onward destination. Tashi Delek!

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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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