Himalayan Heartbeat 6D Of Culture - Nature - Spiritual Bliss Tour From Phuntsholing

Altitude: Phuntsholing – 293m | Thimphu – 2,320m
Driving Distance: Approx. 165 km | Duration: 5.5 to 6.5 hours

Tour Overview:
Welcome to Bhutan! After clearing immigration formalities at Phuntsholing, you’ll meet your local guide and driver. Begin your scenic drive to Thimphu — Bhutan’s capital nestled in a highland valley surrounded by pine-covered mountains.

En Route Highlights:
Tropical to Alpine Transition: Observe a dramatic change in vegetation—from warm foothills to cool highlands.
Rural Bhutanese Villages: Glimpses of village life, prayer flags, and river valleys.
Chuzom Confluence: A sacred meeting point of Thimphu and Paro rivers, adorned with Bhutanese, Tibetan, and Nepali chortens.

Evening in Thimphu:
Orientation walk at Clock Tower Square
Visit local handicraft stores and taste your first Bhutanese tea.
Overnight: Thimphu

Activities : Sightseeing

Altitude: Thimphu – 2,320m
Thimphu is the only capital city in the world without traffic lights. It balances tradition and modernity perfectly.

Sightseeing Highlights:

Memorial Chorten
Built in honor of the Third King; an important religious site where locals pray and walk clockwise.

Motithang Takin Preserve
Home to Bhutan’s national animal, the Takin – a unique goat-antelope found only in the Himalayas.

Buddha Dordenma
A 51-meter bronze statue of Buddha overlooking the valley; inside are 125,000 smaller Buddhas.

Zorig Chusum Institute
Watch students practice Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts & crafts. (Subject to opening hours)

Folk Heritage Museum / Simply Bhutan
Discover Bhutanese architecture, food, farming tools, and lifestyle in a traditional setting.

Tashichho Dzong (Outer View)
The seat of Bhutan’s government and central monastic body. Illuminated beautifully in the evening.

Evening Suggestions:
Optional cultural program or traditional dress (Gho/Kira) photo session.
Overnight: Thimphu

Activities : Museums

Altitude: Thimphu – 2,320m | Dochula – 3,100m | Punakha – 1,200m
Driving Distance: Approx. 85 km | Duration: 3–3.5 hours

Morning Drive via Dochula Pass:
Dochula Pass (3,100m):
108 Druk Wangyal chortens stand in honor of Bhutanese soldiers.
On clear days, panoramic views of the Eastern Himalayas are visible, including Mt. Gangkar Puensum.

In Punakha – Valley of Fertility:
Punakha Dzong
The "Palace of Great Bliss", built at the confluence of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. A masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture.

Chimi Lhakhang
A temple dedicated to Drukpa Kunley, the Divine Madman. Couples from across the world visit to receive fertility blessings. Reach via a short hike through rice paddies.

Punakha Suspension Bridge
One of Bhutan’s longest suspension bridges, offering amazing views of the river and hills.

Optional: Visit local farmhouse for Bhutanese butter tea and snacks.
Overnight: Punakha

Activities : Sightseeing

Altitude: Punakha – 1,200m | Paro – 2,200m
Driving Distance: Approx. 125 km | Duration: 4.5–5.5 hours

Drive Back via Scenic Route:
Short stops for photos and tea
Optional visit to Simtokha Dzong – Bhutan’s oldest dzong (1629), now a monastic college.

Afternoon – Paro Sightseeing:
Rinpung Dzong (Fortress of the Heap of Jewels)
A stunning dzong known for intricate woodwork and the annual Paro Tsechu festival.

Ta Dzong (National Museum)
A former watchtower that now houses ancient thangka paintings, weapons, and rare artifacts.

Paro Town
Enjoy free time at local cafes, markets, and art galleries.
Evening Option: Try a traditional hot stone bath – a relaxing Bhutanese wellness ritual. Overnight: Paro

Activities : Sightseeing

Altitude: Base – 2,600m | Taktsang – 3,120m
Hike Duration: Approx. 5–6 hours round trip

Highlight of the Tour:
After breakfast, set off to hike Bhutan’s most sacred site – Taktsang Monastery, perched dramatically on a 900m cliff above the valley.
Believed to be the meditation site of Guru Rinpoche, who flew here on a tigress in the 8th century.
Stop midway at the cafeteria viewpoint for tea and fantastic photos.

Afternoon:
Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred temples in Bhutan (7th century). Evening:
Farewell dinner with traditional Bhutanese dishes at a local restaurant or hotel. Overnight: Paro

Activities : Sightseeing

Altitude: Paro – 2,200m | Phuntsholing – 293m
Driving Distance: Approx. 165 km | Duration: 5.5–6.5 hours

Tour Concludes:
After breakfast, drive back to Phuntsholing for your onward journey.
Reflect on the serene landscapes, rich culture, and spiritual moments you’ve experienced.
Warm farewell from the Ka Adventures team – “Thank you for choosing Bhutan!”

Activities : Sightseeing