Tour overview

Glimpses of Bhutan will give overview of Bhutan with in the short time period focusing on western cities with more history, architecture, culture and nature. The itinerary will take you through two major towns of Bhutan. The package is designed to let you take a quick glance without interrupting your busy schedule.

Itinerary Outline:
Day 1: Arrival at Paro – Thimphu
Day 2: Taktshang Excursion
Day 3: Depart Paro

Included

  • Accommodation in 3-Star Hotels
  • Three meals a day
  • SUV or bus based on group size
  • Museum fees
  • English speaking professional tour guide licensed by Tourism Council of Bhutan
  • 2 litres of water per day per person
  • Sustainable Development Fee

Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Surcharges for less than 3 persons

Day 1: Arrival at Paro – Thimphu

Upon arrival, drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.

There, visit the National Memorial Chorten, a huge stupa built in memory of the 3rd King (reigned from 1952-72); affectionately known as the father of modern Bhutan.

After lunch, visit one of the oldest temples of Thimphu valley, the 15th century Changangkha Lhakhang.

Visit Tashichho Dzong, the massive structure that houses the office of the King, the Throne Room and part of Government Ministries. It also houses the State Monastic Body and the living quarters of the senior monks and the Chief Abbot (the Je Khenpo). It is the main Secretariat building. Built in 1641 by the political and religious unifier of Bhutan, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it was reconstructed in 1961 in traditional Bhutanese manner, without nails or architectural plans.

In the evening the Great Buddha Dordema popularly known as Buddha Point. At 169 feet (52 m), it is one of the largest Buddha stupas in the world. Sited amidst the ruins of Kuensel Phodrang, the palace of 13th Druk Desi (Temporal Ruler of Bhutan), it overlooks the Thimphu valley.

Overnight in Thimphu (1 Night)

Day 2: Taktshang Excursion

After an early breakfast, drive to back to Paro for a 4 hour excursion to Taktshang (Tiger's Lair). Perched on a rocky ledge with a sheer drop of 4000ft, Taktshang gets it's name from its foundation. It is one of the most venerated pilgrimme sites in the Himalayan world. Despite the fact that it has 13 holy places, most people can only visit the main site called Taktshang Pelphug.

Picnic lunch will be arranged at the Taktshang Cafeteria.

After the hike, visit the National Museum, which once served as a watchtower to protect the Paro Rinpung Dzong below from invasions from all directions. A visit through the galleries shows the country’s transition from the Stone Age to a modern Mahayanist Buddhist and multicultural kingdom with its cultural heritage intact.

Visit the Rinpung Dzong. Fortress built in 1644 now houses the government administration offices of the district and district monastic body.

Later in the evening, you can enjoy Hot Stone Bath at a Farm House.

Overnight in Paro (1 Night)

Day 3: Depart Paro

After breakfast, drive to the airport for your onward flight.