Highlights of Bhutan

Description

Highlights of Bhutan

Trip Highlights

• Gain magnificent views of the Himalayan Mountain Range
• Visit Fortresses, temples, monasteries, landmarks and much more
• Visit the world famous Tigers Nest Monastery
• Go on many day hikes scattered throughout the country

Trip Overview

The Highlights of Bhutan tour visits west and central Bhutan. The tour showcases the country’s rich culture, beautiful scenery, and historic landmarks while affording time for day hikes to pristine heritage sites. The tour visits townships, villages, fortresses, temples, monasteries (including the world famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery), a mini zoo, an art school, a few industry facilities, and much more.

The Highlights of Bhutan takes all the best aspects of Bhutan and makes them readily available for people to tour, interact, and gain a unique perspective of Bhutan.

Trip Itinerary

Full Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive and go sightseeing in Paro.

Day 02: Travel through Dochu La pass to Punakha. -04 hrs, 1,300 m / 4,265 ft

Day 03: Explore Punakha

Day 04: Travel to Trongsa. -05 hrs 2,180 m / 7,150 ft

Day 05: Travel to Bumthang. -03 hrs, 2,800 m / 9,185 ft

Day 06: Hike to Ngang Lhakhang. -03 hrs 2,800 m / 9,185 ft

Day 07: Hike to Petseling Monastery. -04 hrs, 2,800 m / 9,185 ft

Day 08: Travel to Phobjikha Valley. -06 hrs, 3,000 m / 9,800 ft

Day 09: Explore Phobjikha Valley

Day 10: Travel to Wangdiphodrang. -02 hrs, 1,310 m / 4,300 ft

Day 11: Travel to Thimphu. -05 hrs, 2,320 m / 7,424 ft

Day 12: Go sightseeing in Thimphu

Day 13: Travel to Paro and Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery. -04 hrs, 2,250 m / 7,382 ft

Day 14: Conclude tour