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    Bhutan Land of the Thunder Dragon Tour – 5 Days

    Trip Itinerary

    Enjoy cultural tours in Bhutanese townships and admire the country’s landscape with a hike to Taktsang Monastery

    Bhutan Land of the Thunder Dragon Tour provides its visitors a chance to get acquainted with Bhutan’s rich culture and landscape. On this 5-day trip we visit major Bhutanese townships of Paro, Thimpu, Punakha and explore its beautiful landmarks. In Paro, visit Rinpung Dzong (fortress), Kichu Lhakhang and Drugyal Dzong. Next, visit the famous Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery and drive to Thimphu. While there, we will explore Memorial Chorten, nunnery temple, folk heritage museum and others. We then drive to Punakha and visit the majestic Punakha Dzong. We end our trip in Paro but not before visiting Chimi Lhakhang, a popular Bhutanese fertility temple. On ‘Bhutan Land of the Thunder Dragon Tour’ we also drive pass the Dochu La pass and enjoy constant company of the amazing Bhutanese landscape.

    £1,988

    £398 Per Day

    Available

    Overview

    Arrival City

    Paro, Bhutan

    Departure City

    Paro, Bhutan

    Lodging Level

    Hotel (Meri Puensum Resort)

    Meals

    4 dinner, 4 breakfast, 3 lunch

    Trip Grade

    Light

    Maximum Altitude

    3,180m/10,434ft

    Activity

    Cultural and Historical Tours

    Styles

    Family Holiday, School Travel

    Outline Itinerary

    Itinerary Maximum Altitude Walking/Hiking
    Day 01 Arrival in Paro then transfer to Thimphu 2,320m/7,612ft -
    Day 02 Thimphu to Punakha 1,250m/4,101ft -
    Day 03 Punakha to Paro 2,250m/7,382ft -
    Day 04 Hike to Tigers Nest Monastery 3,180m/10,434ft 4-5 hrs
    Day 05 Final Departure - -
    • Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
    • Local Guide & Support Staffs
    • All Private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers
    • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
    • Bhutan Visa
    • Small-Group Tour
    • Guaranteed Departures
    • Lifetime Deposit
    • No Booking Fee

    For your information, International flights aren’t included. Rooms are usually shared by two people unless you request for a private room. Also, you can upgrade to better hotels in the mountain and even in the cities. For your customized services, please specify during the booking process or contact our Destination & Products Specialist.

    All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included during your stay in Bhutan. A variety of meals are available in most hotels the most popular being Indian, Chinese, and the more common continental food. Non–vegetarian dishes are generally available in most parts of Bhutan – pork, beef, chicken, and fish. The best advice is to ask the hotel and restaurant to recommend what is fresh and in season.

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