Honeymoon Tour
07 Nights / 08 Days · Paro - Thimphu - Dochula Pass
- Duration
- 07 Nights / 08 Days
- Style
- Cultural Tours
- Best season
- All Season
- Starts / ends
- Paro → Dochula Pass
The route
- Paro
- Thimphu
- Dochula Pass
The shape of the journey.
This 07 Nights / 08 Days journey begins in Paro. The route runs Paro - Thimphu - Dochula Pass, and the day-by-day plan below is our recommended framework — the pace, hotels and stops are adjusted around your group before you travel.
Prefer a different rhythm? Every day in this route can be shortened, extended or swapped. Tell us what matters most and we will redraw it.
Enquire about this journeyThe itinerary.
Day 01 Arrival at Bagdogra airport On arrival our representative will receive you at airport and transfer you to Phuntsholing (Boarder to West Bengal, Indi…
On arrival our representative will receive you at airport and transfer you to Phuntsholing (Boarder to West Bengal, India).
Overnight Phuntsholing.
Day 02 Phuntsholing To Thimphu. Right after the breakfast, we will proceed to the immigration office, after approving permits we drive to Thimphu, on th…
Right after the breakfast, we will proceed to the immigration office, after approving permits we drive to Thimphu, on the way we shall visit Kharpandi temple(Founded in 1967 by Royal Grand Mother, Ashi Phuntsho Choedron and situated at the altitude of 400m) and continue to Thimphu, lunch will be on the way.
Overnight Thimphu.
Day 03 Thimphu sightseeing After breakfast visit to the National Memorial Chorten. This temple was first initiated by the Third King as a protectio…
After breakfast visit to the National Memorial Chorten. This temple was first initiated by the Third King as a protection from the negative elements of modernization, and as a monument to world peace. Then visit Buddha Point(Great Buddha Dordenma is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue in the mountains of Bhutan celebrating the 60th anniversary of fourth king Jigme Singye Wangchuck.), Changankha Lhakhang, 12 th century temple, Other sites to visit include: the School for Arts and Crafts where students are taught the 13 types of Bhutanese art, The National Library housing the collection of Bhutanese scriptures dating back to the 8th century, the Traditional Paper Factory displaying the Bhutanese paper making process, and a fascinating replica of a medieval farmhouse at the Folk Heritage Museum. Takin preserve center (the national animal of Bhutan), and Tashichhodzong, ‘the fortress of the glorious religion’. Initially erected in 1641 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it was rebuilt in the 1960s during the reign of Bhutan’s third king in the traditional style, without plans or nails. Tashichhodzong houses some ministries, His Majesty’s secretariat, and the central monk body. If your visit to Thimphu coincides with the weekend, you can walk through the Thimphu Market to see the variety of food of Bhutan, including basket upon basket of fiery chillies, cheese and a variety of greens. (This market is open only from Friday-Sunday). Overnight at your hotel in Thimphu.
Overnight Thimphu.
Day 04 Thimphu to Punakha sightseeing and evening you can walk side by The river. Today we drive to Punakha and visit Punakha Dzong, the “Palace of Great Happiness†built in 1637 by Zhabdrung, the ‘Un…
Today we drive to Punakha and visit Punakha Dzong, the “Palace of Great Happiness†built in 1637 by Zhabdrung, the ‘Unifier of Bhutan’ as predicted by the great Guru Rimpoche (Padmasambhava). It is also the winter headquarters of the Je Khenpo and hundreds of monks moves in mass from Thimphu to this warmer location, Chimmi Lakhang (the land of fertility), Longest suspension bridge (from were we can see beautiful flow of river towards Punakha Dzong).
Over night in Punakha.
Day 05 Punakha to Paro. Morning we drive to Paro and visit the Ta Dzong Museum, there you will be seeing the works of art and handicrafts offeri…
Morning we drive to Paro and visit the Ta Dzong Museum, there you will be seeing the works of art and handicrafts offering a great orientation into Bhutan’s historical, cultural, and religious past. Next, visit the Rimpong Dzong to see the painting of the great saint Milarepa, considered as the master of meditation by the Bhutanese and believed to have attained enlightenment in a lifetime. Dzong’s are large monasteries and district administrative centres, which were once strategic forts. Later visit Kichu Lhakhang, One of the oldest temple in Bhutan, build on 7th century, Dungtse Lhakhang.
Overnight in Paro.
Day 06 Hike to tiger nest. Morning Visit to Tiger nest Monastery/ Taktshang monastery. Evening stroll around the market.Overnight in Paro.
Morning Visit to Tiger nest Monastery/ Taktshang monastery. Evening stroll around the market.
Overnight in Paro.
Day 07 Drive to Phuntsholing. Early after breakfast we drive to Phuntsholing.Overnight in Phuntsholing
Early after breakfast we drive to Phuntsholing.
Overnight in Phuntsholing
Day 08 Bagdogra airport. Bagdogra airport.
Bagdogra airport.
What is included.
Everything below is arranged for you on this journey. Anything outside the list can be added at your request.
Included
- Sustainable Development Fee and visa arrangements
- Accommodation in 3-star hotels and local homestays
- Full board meals — breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Entry to all attractions listed in the itinerary
- Private vehicle with driver for all transfers and excursions
- A professional English-speaking Bhutanese guide
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Beverages, tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- 4-star or 5-star hotel upgrades and single supplements
- Additional services arranged at your request
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