Bhutan Delight – Thimphu & Paro

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Overview

Duration:4 days 3 nights

This 4-day itinerary introduces you to the cultural treasures and natural beauty of Bhutan. Explore Thimphu’s iconic Buddha Dordenma, serene monasteries, traditional museums, and charming streets. Discover Paro’s ancient dzongs, sacred temples, and scenic valley viewpoints. Comfortable hotels, meals, permits, and a private non-AC vehicle ensure a smooth and immersive Bhutan experience.

No of Pax (Cost per person)	Economy (MAP)	Superior (MAP)	Luxury (MAP)
02 PAX	₹23,300	₹24,900	₹28,300
04 PAX	₹18,400	₹19,900	₹23,300
06 PAX	₹16,000	₹17,400	₹21,000
08 PAX	₹15,000	₹16,600	₹20,000

Highlights

Visit the Buddha Dordenma overlooking Thimphu
National Memorial Chorten & Folk Heritage Museum
Scenic drive from Thimphu to Paro
Explore Ta Dzong, Rinpung Dzong, and Drukgyel Dzong
Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples
Enjoy walking in Thimphu & Paro local markets

Includes/Excludes

Accommodation on twin Sharing Basis.
Meal Plan (as per mentioned above).
Exclusive Non-a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
Guide charges (Only Bhutan Portion).
Sustainable Development fee” (SDF)
Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only.

Air Fare/ Train fare.
Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, porterage.
Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
Entrance Fees.
Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, is directly payable on the spot).
Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
GST, TCS & Travel Insurance.
Anything which is not include in the inclusion.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Paro Airport - Thimphu

(Distance: 55 Kms. / Driving Time: 1½ Hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2,350 Mts.)
Meet & Greet on arrival at Paro Airport and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or take a leisure walk around the Thimphu City. Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 2 : Thimphu Sightseeing – Paro

(Distance: 55 Kms. / Driving Time: 1½ Hrs. / Altitude of Paro: 2,280 Mts.)
After breakfast visit the Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Dordenma). It is located at a short drive from Thimphu City Centre, Kuensel Phodrang offers a good overview of the Thimphu valley. The largest statue of Buddha in the country sits here which houses over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues. Then visit the National Memorial Chorten built in the memory of the Third King of Bhutan and visit the Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon transfer to Paro (7,480 ft.). On the way visit the Tamchog Lhakhang. It was built in the 13th century by Thangthong Gyalpo who is also known as the Iron bridge builder. Situated on a hill top, we have to cross an ancient style bridge to reach the temple. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening stroll around the local market shopping for souvenirs. Overnight stay at Paro.

Day 3 : Paro Sightseeing

(Altitude of Paro – 2280 Mts.)
After breakfast start full day sightseeing covering Ta Dzong - Originally built as a watchtower, it is now the National Museum of Bhutan with an excellent collection of Bhutanese antiquities, Rinpung Dzong - consecrated in 1645 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal on the site of smaller fort. During the 17th & 18th centuries it served as a bastion against invasion from the north. Currently, it is the administrative seat of Paro district, and also houses the state monastic community of about 200 members. Afternoon, visit the Drukgyel Dzong – Built in 1647 to commemorate the victory over an invasion from Tibet, the dzong was however destroyed by accidental fire in 1951. It was preserved in ruins as a heritage site. A full reconstruction of the Dzong was started in 2016. On a clear day experience a beautiful view of Mt. Jhomolhari (24035 ft.); from here. Then visit the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Bhutan built in 659 AD by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gembo. This is the second of the two temples built in a single day to hold down the giant demoness who was preventing the spread of Buddhism. In the evening, explore the Paro Town. Overnight stay at Paro.