2 Nights 3 Days Short Bhutan Tour
Trip at a Glance
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Country: Bhutan
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Trip grade: Easy
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Destination: Bhutan
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Activities: Cultural Sightseeing
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Accommodation: 3-Star hotels
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Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
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Transportation: Private vehicle/Plane
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Maximum altitude: Taktsang Monastery (3120m)
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Trip Start / End: Kathmandu - Kathmandu
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Best Season: Jan-Jun, Sep-Dec
This journey is a round-the-country drive that starts and ends in Paro. It includes the best of Bhutan. A stop at the breathtaking Taktsang Monastery, often known as the tigers' nest, is one of the tour's main highlights. This tour allows you to experience all of Bhutan's top attractions, including its amazing natural beauty, hospitable people, and rich cultural diversity. It also brings you to some charming tiny villages and breathtaking valleys. It's a quick trip that gives you a glimpse of this incredible nation.
2 Nights 3 Days Short Bhutan Tour Highlights:
- Majestic views of the world’s highest peaks onboard a flight to/from Paro.
- Cultural sightseeing around the tiny capital Thimphu.
- Explore Paro exploding with colors and tradition
- Explore beautiful dzongs & monasteries, temples & age-old fortresses
- Discover rich Buddhist, Tibetan culture and traditions
- Go for the Taktsang Monastery “Tiger’s Nest” hike outskirts of Paro.
- Witness the unique lifestyle & traditions of the Bhutanese people
Itinerary
Day 01: Fly from Kathmandu to Paro (2250m/1 hr) – Thimphu (2350m)
Day 02: Thimphu – Paro, Hike to Taktsang Monastery ‘Tiger’s Nest’ (3120m)
Day 03: Paro – Depart
Fly from Kathmandu to Paro (1 hour) and land at Paro International Airport in Bhutan with a scenic touchdown amidst lush greenery and towering mountains.After landing, you will go through the immigration and customs procedures, after which meet our representative and your guide who will accompany you throughout your trip.
After lunch at Paro, you will proceed to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. The drive from Paro to Thimphu takes around 1 to 1.5 hours. The journey itself is a scenic one, passing through beautiful landscapes and traditional Bhutanese villages.
Upon reaching Thimphu, you will check into your hotel and start the tour visiting places like the National Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma (large Buddha statue), Tashichho Dzong (fortress-monastery), and the Thimphu Craft Market then back to hotel.
In the evening, you can explore the streets of Thimphu, try some delicious Bhutanese cuisine at local restaurants, or simply enjoy the serene surroundings of the capital city.
After breakfast, you will drive back to Paro, where the trailhead for the Tiger’s Nest hike is located. The drive will take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. Upon reaching the trailhead, you’ll begin your trek to Taktsang Monastery. The hike is a moderately challenging one and takes about 2 to 3 hours each way, depending on your pace. The trail meanders through pine forests and offers breathtaking views of the Paro Valley below.
About halfway up the trail, you’ll reach a tea house where you can take a rest, enjoy some refreshments, and admire the stunning scenery. After the invigorating hike, you’ll finally arrive at the Tiger’s Nest Monastery, which is an awe-inspiring sight. The monastery is perched on a steep cliff at an altitude of 3120 meters, and the views from this vantage point are simply spectacular.
After spending some time at Tiger’s Nest, you’ll begin your descent back to the trailhead then drive to Paro Rinpung in Paro town. If you have extra time in the evening, you can explore more of Paro, visit local handicraft shops, or take a stroll around the Paro River.
On the final day of your Bhutanese journey, bid farewell to Paro as you depart for your onward destination. Your guide and driver will transfer you to Paro International Airport for your departure flight to Kathmandu or other related flight destinations of Druk Air/Bhutan Airlines like New Delhi, Singapore, Bangkok. Take one last look at the majestic landscapes and carry with you beautiful memories of your time in Bhutan. Depart with a sense of gratitude for the unique experiences and the warmth of Bhutanese hospitality.
What is included?
- Airport pick-up and drop services by private transportation.
- Guided sightseeing tour as per the itinerary.
- Accommodation in Bhutanese government-approved tourist standard hotels throughout the trip.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
- Entrance and monumental fees during sightseeing.
- Bhutan visa fees and processing assistance.
- Remuneration to the Bhutanese government-certified English-speaking local tour guide.
- Bhutanese government’s royalties, and taxes.
What is not included?
- International airfares.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Nepal entry visa fee – Visa can be obtained upon your arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu.
- Other expenses of a personal nature (phone calls, laundry, bottled water etc.).
- Bar bills, alcoholic drinks & beverages.
- Tip for the tour guide or driver.
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