Bhutan 8 days tour is one of the most popular and shortest tour packages in Bhutan that takes you through stunning Royal Palaces and traditional Bhutanese communities. This tour package is ideal for travelers who wants to explore Bhutan in a short period of time. Bhutan also known as the dragon country, is a small country surrounded by land in South Asia at the eastern end of the Himalayas. Additionally, Bhutan is a country of mixed unique culture, religion and traditions. The cultural and religious harmony of the Bhutanese people binds them together and sets them apart from any other neighboring country. Traveling Bhutan lets you enrich your culture and witness some of Asia’s mysterious countries. Visiting ancient temples, monasteries and palaces as well as Thimpu mini zoo is really amazing to visit Bhutan. Bhutan, the land of the Himalayas covered with mystery and the magic of nature. During this visit we can encounter some of the endangered wildlife such as elephants, Bengal tigers, Himalayan bears, musk deer’s, blue mountain sheep’s and the rare blurred panther which is nearly extinct.
This amazing Bhutan tour we start with a scenic flight from Kathmandu the capital of Nepal to Paro Bhutan, the flight is short but truly amazing in its views. This pleasurable flight offers you fascinating views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Everest with an exciting descent into the Dragon Kingdom. After reaching in Paro we check in the hotel and have a relaxing free day to stroll around in the small alleys in Paro and visit some historic sites. Our next day will be full of sightseeing activities such as the Taktsang Palphug Monastery and the Tiger's Nest this amazing monastery can be done by horse back or on foot depending on your fitness level. Many other sites also await our visit and, in the evening, we can get a hot stone bath which is one of the specialties of Paro. The 8 days Bhutan tour is grades as an all year tour, travelers may visit this sacred kingdom any time of the year. And specific seasons lets you experience this country in a whole new way.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu to Paro.
Day 02: Paro Sightseeing.
Day 03: Paro to Thimphu.
Day 04: Thimphu to Wangdi.
Day 05: Wangdi to Gangtey Valley to Wangdi.
Day 06: Wangdi to Punakha to Thimphu to Paro.
Day 07: Paro (Day Excursion to Taktsang Monastery).
Day 08: Transfer to airport for departure.
Day 01: Kathmandu to Paro.
As you arrive at Kathmandu airport, the capital city of Nepal and take a connecting flight to Paro. During your flight, you can enjoy viewing different mountains and landscapes. As you arrive in Paro, our representative will receive you and drop you at your hotel, where you can take a rest and be fresh yourself. Overnight at Paro.
Day 02: Paro Sightseeing.
Today, you will explore the Paro. We will manage you to visit ruined forests of Drugyel Dzong, it is famous for its strategic location. Ta-Dzong is a famous tower that offers you to view Mt. Chomolhari 7320m. Beside this wonderful view, we can also visit National Museum, established in 1960m by the third king Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. We need to visit 7th floors in order to explore the ancient Bhutanese culture and history. After visiting the Museum, we make our trail downhill to the Rinpung Dzong, school of monks and the further trail takes us to the Paro town. Visit vibrant Paro town and stay overnight at Paro.
Day 03: Paro to Thimphu.
As morning raises, we can have a breakfast, and drive towards Thimphu. After 2 hour drive, we will check into Hotel Druk or River view and we can visit the Memorial Chorten, a building represents the King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. Furthermore, you will also discover the 15th-century old monastery called Changangkha, and Motithang mini zoo where you can witness rare and endanger Takin, the national animal of Bhutan. And you will continue your trip with a splendid view of the Thimbhu Valley. And finally, you will get chances to admire new Drupthob nunnery temple. Overnight at Thimpu.
Day 04: Thimphu to Wangdi.
Today, after early breakfast, we can visit National Library, Royal Goldsmith Workshop, Painting school and Handicraft centers. We can also view eastern Himalayan ranges along with the highest mountain in Bhutan namely Mt. Gangar Punsum, situated at the altitude of 7520m. and we make our trail downhill and visit the Wangdiuephodrang Dzong. Overnight at Wangdi.
Day 05: Wangdi to Gangtey Valley to Wangdi.
In this day, after early breakfast, we will depart Wangdi and heads towards Gangtey Gompa Valley, situated at the elevation of 2800m. Gangtey Valley offers you to observe Nyingmapa Monastery. This is a home place to rare and endangers Black Necked Cranes. You will also get chances to visit 200 to 300 cranes, they are residing in this valley and the royal society for the protection of Nature. As you explore the fascinating valley and you will return back to Wangdi and stay overnight at Wangdi.
Day 06: Wangdi to Punakha to Thimphu to Paro.
After early breakfast, we continue our journey towards Punakha, the old capital of Bhutan. Here we can visit Punakha Dzong, built between two rivers and it also served many glacier floods and fire. After this, we will explore the oldest building of Bhutan named Simtokha Dzong. After exploring the Punkha, you will be back to Thimphu and from Thimphu you will go to Paro. Stay overnight at Paro.
Day 07: Paro (Day Excursion to Taktsang Monastery).
Today, we will hike after early breakfast to reach the famous viewpoint called Taktsang Monastery from there we can Paro valley. Around 2 to 3 hours hike through dynamic villages and pine forests take us to the Taktsang monastery.The monastery clings to a huge granite cliff 800 meters from the Paro valley. It is believed that the great saint Padmasambhava came in the 7th century on a flying tigress and meditated in a cave for 3 months. The demons were subdued who were trying to stop the spread of Buddhism and converted the Paro valley into Buddhism. During the end of the 17 century, a monastery was built on the spot where the saint mediated and it is a pilgrimage site for every Bhutanese to visit once in their lifetime. Overnight at Paro.
Day 08: Transfer to airport for departure.
Today is the final day of your tour and you will be departing Paro to your home country. Our representative will help you to find your final destination.
