Bhutan 5 Day Private Tour

Discover one of the world's smallest countries and its cultural heritage on this private 5-day journey through Bhutan.

Description

Day 1: Arrival in Bhutan - Thimphu

Upon arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be picked up. The day includes a visit to Paro Ta Dzong, Bhutan's national museum, followed by a 1-hour drive to Thimphu, the capital at an altitude of 2,320 meters (7,611 feet). You can stop at Tamchhog Lhakhang before dinner and hotel transfer.

Day 2: Thimphu

After breakfast, explore Thimphu, including sites such as the Buddha Site, Folklore Museum, painting schools, farmer's market, and memorial Chorten. In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong Fortress, illuminated at night. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Day 3: Thimphu – Punakha

Enjoy breakfast and depart for Punakha via Dochula Pass, with a stop for a hot drink and views of the western Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit Dzong de Punakha and Chimi Lhakhang, a 15th-century fertility temple. An optional rafting activity on the Mochu River is available before dinner.

Day 4: Punakha – Paro – Paro Taktshang

After breakfast, travel to Paro and embark on a 4-hour hike to Taktshang (Tiger's Nest monastery). If necessary, views can be enjoyed from below. Drive for 40 minutes to Chele La Pass at 3,300 meters (10,826 feet) for views of Mount Jomo Lhari. Enjoy free time in Paro before dinner.

Day 5: Return flight

After breakfast, return to Paro Airport, concluding the journey.

Accommodation

The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation in a double room at a 3-star hotel. Travelers with an odd-numbered party will be paired in double rooms; triple-room accommodation is not available.

Additional activities

During booking, choose from the following activities:

Traditional hot stone baths and herbal treatmentsA traditional Bhutanese mealA rafting trip down the Mochu River in Punakha (for bookings of at least 4 people)Photo with traditional clothing