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

Package Overview

YOUR JOURNEY TIMELINE
Day 01: Arrive at Phuntsholing – Transfer to Thimphu.
Day 02: Explore Thimphu – The Cultural Capital.
Day 03: Thimphu – Dochula Pass – Punakha.
Day 04: Punakha – Drive to Paro via Thimphu.
Day 05: Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)
Day 06: Paro – Drive Back to Phuntsholing – Departure

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive at Phuntsholing – Transfer to Thimphu

  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

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 2 : Explore Thimphu – The Cultural Capital

  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

  • Themes Museums
• Day 3 : Thimphu – Dochula Pass – Punakha

  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

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 4 : Punakha – Drive to Paro via Thimphu

  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

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 5 : Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)

  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

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 6 : Paro – Drive Back to Phuntsholing – Departure

  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!”

  • Themes Sightseeing

Inclusions

• CP (Room + Breakfast)

Package Start From

• Phuentsholing, Bhutan, Asia

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