Bhutan 10 Days Tour

Day 01: Arrival in Paro – Transfer to Thimphu Drive: 55 km | Approx. 1.5 Hours

Welcome to Bhutan! Upon arrival at Paro International Airport, meet your Bhutanese guide and proceed to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.

Experiences:

• Scenic drive through beautiful river valleys.
• Visit the iconic Buddha Dordenma, one of the largest Buddha statues in the world.
• Explore the Memorial Chorten, a revered religious monument frequented by local devotees.
• Evening stroll through Thimphu’s lively streets and handicraft shops.

Insight:

Thimphu is one of the world’s few capital cities without traffic lights, reflecting Bhutan’s relaxed pace of life and traditional values.

Overnight: Thimphu

Day 02: Thimphu Cultural Discovery After breakfast, enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Bhutan's fascinating capital.

Highlights:

• Tashichho Dzong – Seat of Bhutan’s government and monastic body.
• Motithang Takin Preserve – Home to Bhutan’s national animal, the Takin.
• National Institute for Zorig Chusum – School of Traditional Arts.
• Folk Heritage Museum – Showcasing rural Bhutanese life.
• Handmade Paper Factory – Explore local artisan workshops and traditional papermaking.

Optional Experience:

Enjoy a traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath in the evening.

Insight:

Bhutan officially measures national progress through Gross National Happiness rather than Gross Domestic Product.

Overnight: Thimphu

Day 03: Thimphu – Punakha via Dochula Pass Drive: 75 km | Approx. 3 Hours

Today travel to the lush Punakha Valley via the spectacular Dochula Pass.

Highlights:

• Dochula Pass (3,100 m) featuring 108 memorial chortens.
• Panoramic Himalayan views (weather permitting).
• Visit Chimi Lhakhang, famously known as the Fertility Temple.
• Explore Punakha town and the surrounding countryside.

Insight:

On clear days, Dochula Pass offers views of several Himalayan peaks exceeding 7,000 meters.

Overnight: Punakha

Day 04: Punakha Valley Exploration A day dedicated to discovering Bhutan's former capital.

Highlights:

• Visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong, often regarded as Bhutan’s most beautiful fortress monastery.
• Walk across one of Bhutan’s longest suspension bridges.
• Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten for stunning valley views.
• Explore traditional farming villages.

Insight:

Punakha enjoys a warmer climate than most regions of Bhutan, making it an important agricultural center.

Overnight: Punakha

Day 05: Punakha – Phobjikha Valley (Gangtey) Drive: 80 km | Approx. 3 Hours

Journey into one of Bhutan’s most beautiful glacial valleys.

Highlights:

• Visit the historic Gangtey Monastery.
• Explore the Black-Necked Crane Information Centre.
• Enjoy the famous Gangtey Nature Trail.
• Experience the tranquil atmosphere of rural Bhutan.

Seasonal Highlight:

From late October to February, Phobjikha becomes the winter home of the endangered Black-Necked Cranes migrating from Tibet.

Insight:

Phobjikha Valley is one of Bhutan’s most important conservation areas and remains largely untouched by modernization.

Overnight: Phobjikha Valley

Day 06: Phobjikha – Paro Drive: 170 km | Approx. 5–6 Hours

After breakfast, return through scenic mountain landscapes toward Paro Valley.

Experiences:

• Scenic photography stops en route.
• Pass through traditional villages and forested mountain roads.
• Leisure evening exploring Paro’s charming town center.

Insight:

Paro Valley is home to Bhutan’s only international airport, famous for one of the world’s most spectacular mountain approaches.

Overnight: Paro

Day 07: Paro Heritage Tour Explore the cultural treasures of Paro.

Highlights:

• Rinpung Dzong – A masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture.
• National Museum (Ta Dzong) – Housing royal artifacts and cultural treasures.
• Kyichu Lhakhang – One of Bhutan’s oldest and most sacred temples.
• Traditional Bhutanese Farmhouse Visit – Experience the local way of life.
• Opportunity to try Bhutan’s national sport, archery.

Insight:

Many scenes from Bhutanese festivals and religious ceremonies are still held within the centuries-old dzongs.

Overnight: Paro

Day 08: Excursion to Chele La Pass Drive: 35 km Each Way | Approx. 1.5 Hours

Take an unforgettable excursion to Bhutan’s highest motorable pass.

Highlights:

• Chele La Pass (3,988 m).
• Magnificent views of snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
• Colorful prayer flags fluttering across mountain ridges.
• Nature walks amidst alpine scenery.

Insight:

On exceptionally clear days, travelers may glimpse sacred Mount Jomolhari, one of Bhutan’s most revered peaks.

Overnight: Paro

Day 09: Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery Today experience Bhutan's most iconic landmark.

Highlights:

• Hike to the legendary Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest).
• Explore one of the world’s most dramatic monastery locations.
• Learn about Guru Rinpoche, who is believed to have meditated here in the 8th century.
• Enjoy spectacular views of Paro Valley.

Trek Information:

• Moderate hike.
• Duration: Approximately 4–6 hours round trip.
• Pony services available for a portion of the ascent (subject to availability).

Insight:

Tiger’s Nest clings dramatically to a cliff face approximately 900 meters above the valley floor and is considered Bhutan’s most sacred pilgrimage site.

Overnight: Paro

Day 10: Departure from Paro After breakfast, transfer to Paro International Airport for your onward flight.

Bid farewell to Bhutan, carrying memories of ancient monasteries, majestic Himalayan landscapes, warm hospitality, and a culture dedicated to harmony and happiness.

Tour Highlights at a Glance

• Explore Bhutan’s Capital – Thimphu.
• Scenic Drive via Dochula Pass.
• Visit Magnificent Punakha Dzong.
• Discover the Beautiful Phobjikha Valley.
• Experience Traditional Bhutanese Culture.
• Excursion to Chele La Pass (3,988 m).
• Heritage Tour of Paro Valley.
• Hike to the Iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
• Stunning Himalayan Landscapes Throughout the Journey.

Best Time to Travel

• March – May: Rhododendron blooms and pleasant weather.
• September – November: Clear mountain views and festival season.
• December – February: Snow-capped scenery and Black-Necked Crane migration.

Ideal For

Couples • Families • Nature Lovers • Photographers • Spiritual Travelers • Adventure Enthusiasts

Where Happiness is not just a concept, but a way of life.