General Information
Tour Highlights
- Observe the Bhutanese mountains from the spectacular Dochu La Pass
- Get into a rafting trip down the picturesque yet thrilling Punakha Chhu
- Discover the local communities of the Haa and Paro Valleys
- Enjoy a fascinating hike to the legendary and majestic Tigers Nest Monastery
Tour Details
Duration: 8 Days/ 7 Nights
Start/ End: Paro / Paro
Tour Route: Paro – Thimphu – Punakha – Haa Valley – Paro
Tour Type: Tailor-made tour
Tour Customizable: Definitely! Tell us your interest
Vehicle: private air-conditioned vehicle and licensed driver
Guide Service: private English-speaking guide
Tour Departure: No fixed departure. Anytime you wish!
Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Paro Arrival |Transfer to Thimphu
Day 02: Discover Thimphu |Transfer to Punakha
Day 03: Discover Punakha
Day 04: Punakha – Haa Valley
Day 05: Haa Valley Hiking Trip
Day 06: Haa Valley – Paro | Discover Paro
Day 07: Taktsang Goemba Hike
Day 08: Paro Departure
Full Itinerary
Day 01: Paro Arrival |Transfer to Thimphu
Upon arrival, our representative will be waiting to warmly welcome and escort you to Thimphu. Depend on our arrival time, we pay a visit to the Tashichhodzong, the Giant Buddha Statue, and the National Memorial Chorten.
Later, go to the hotel in Thimphu and check into it.
Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 02: Discover Thimphu |Transfer to Punakha
Breakfast and we start discovering Thimphu this morning. Make our way to the National Stadium as well as archery ground where you can strive to enjoy the national sport of Bhutan and stroll through the weekend market and the Takin Zoo (Takin is Bhutan’s national animal).
In the afternoon, we drive to Punakha via the impressive Dochu-La pass. When we reach Punakha, we perhaps head to the Chimi Lhakhang which is the famous temple of the Divine Madman – Drukpa Kinley.
Later, drive to the hotel and check into.
Overnight in Punakha.
Day 03: Discover Punakha
Today, set off to the idyllic countryside. Cross a small suspension bridge, we begin a steep and short hike to Khamsung Yulley Chorten which is a relatively new stupa with incredible interiors and impressive valley vistas. As we return to the bridge, enjoy a rafting tour on the gentle Punakha Chhu which will absolutely be thrilling as you both enjoy a watering sport and admire the vibrant nature surround. The rafting trip ends and then, we head to the Punakha Dzong which is considered the most beautiful Dzong in Bhutan taking place at the confluence of Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu river offering the impressive surrounding vista for you to immerse yourself in.
Overnight in Punakha.
Day 04: Punakha – Haa Valley
This morning, we transfer back to Dochu-La Pass for a chance to observe peaks of Bhutan in the north which form the natural boundary with the glorious Tibetan Plateau. We then take a 2-hour hike through rich vegetation consisting of moss, hemlock, laden birch as well as rhododendrons, we finally reach Lungchutse Temple. We will have a picnic lunch there with absolutely astonishing sceneries just before heading downhill to another retreat and monastic center – the Trashigang Goemba. Later, you will take a drive and head to Haa Valley.
Overnight in Haa Valley.
Day 05: Haa Valley Hiking Trip
After breakfast, we drive to the northern scenic part of Haa Valley to get into an easy 3 or 4-hour hike taking you into past serene villages and old-aged temples.
In the afternoon, head to the magnificent temple complex of Karpo Lhakhang and then, stop at the local school to bump into some of the students there.
Overnight in Haa Valley.
Day 06: Haa Valley – Paro | Discover Paro
Today, we board on a drive to Paro Valley via the Chele-La Pass. The road along the Paro Valley is often lined with blossoming apple orchards and willow trees. You will see the terraced fields and surrounding forested hills dotted with the large white farmhouses and stone temples and then, create a stunning and quaint environment. Then, make our way down and stop at the Dzongdrakha Cliff temples, stunning sight, and an archaeological wonder to witness.
Later, in the late afternoon, we visit Ta Dzong aka Watch Tower along with the National Museum and Rinpung Dzong.
Overnight in Paro.
Day 07: Taktsang Goemba Hike
Our last day enjoying Bhutan Family Tour. Today, we will get into a hike to the legendary and iconic attractions of Paro – Taktsang Goemba aka the Tiger’s Nest Monastery. It takes us approximately 2 hours to reach a spot offering a whole view of the Taktsang Goemba. You can hire a hiking stick that will absolutely be useful for our trip. Or, you can get a horse-cart ride if you don’t want to hike. You can even hike beyond the monastery to visit some more remote religious sites like Zangdopelri or Ugyen Tshemo.
We then back to the Paro Valley and stop at the oldest temple of Bhutan – Kyichu Lhakhang.
Overnight in Paro.
Day 08: Paro Departure
Time to say goodbye Bhutan. Breakfast and morning at leisure until getting escorted to the airport for a flight coming home. The trip ends. Hope you had a fantastic trip. Wish that when it comes to other Asia tour, you will choose us again.
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