5 Days Bhutan Tour Package

Trip Information
  • Trip Duration 5 Days
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Destination Bhutan

5 Days Bhutan Tour Package

This 5 days short and quick tour to Bhutan is perfect for the persons who desire to discover culture, history and natural legacy in Bhutan in short duration of time.

This tour package will take you to the quick exploration of Paro, Thimphu and Punakha. Paro is the North west part of Bhutan, the beautiful valley of Paro is rich in attractive beauty of nature, culture and legends. Paro is the home to various oldest temples of Bhutan, monasteries, Bhutan’s international Airport and the National Museum. Visit to Rinpung Dzong which has fine wall paintings explaining Buddhist tradition and lifestyle. Thereafter, you will also visit to Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in Himalayas by Songtsen Gampo, a Tibetan King. This temple introduced the Buddhism in Bhutan. Next day, you will have full day sightseeing to Thimphu which is the integration of modernity and tradition. Sightseeing in Thimphu includes National Library, Institute for Zorig Chusum, National Memorial Chorten, Handicrafts Emporium, Textile and Folk Heritage Museum and Trashichhoedzong.  National Library has wide collection of ancient Buddhist manuscripts and texts besides modern academic books especially on Himalayan religion and culture. Institute for Zorig Chusum is also commonly known as Painting School which offers 6 years course on 13 traditional Bhutan arts and crafts. Handicrafts Emporium run by the government. National Memorial Chorten is a monument to world peace. Textile and Folk Heritage Museum provides mesmerizing insights to the Bhutan’s way of life and culture. Trashichhoedzong monastery has various government offices and secretariat building. Thereafter, Visit to Wangduephodrang Dzong at the intersection of Punakha chu river & Tang chu river and Punakha Dzong in Punakha.

Enjoy this attractive quick tour and give your mind and body full refreshment with nature beauty, peace and enjoyment.

 

Major Highlights

  • Visit Rinpung Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang in Paro.
  • Sightseeing to National Library, Institute for Zorig Chusum,.
  • Visit to National Memorial Chorten, Handicrafts Emporium, Textile and Folk Heritage Museum and Trashichhoedzong at Thimphu.
  • Experience local people culture, markets and food.
  • Visit to Wangduephodrang Dzong and Punakha Dzong in Punakha.
Itinerary
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Upon arrival in Paro, clear customs and immigration. Keep your copy of the visa clearance letter handy. P.P size pictures are no longer required and your visa has been paid.
Meet your Guide and driver outside the terminal building and transfer to Thimphu. Stroll around the city in the evening. Overnight.

    Visit Trashichhoedzong, the beautiful medieval fortress/monastery which houses most of the Government’s office and King’s Throne room It is also the summer residence of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot. Then visit National Library which has vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts. After that drive to Arts & Crafts School, famous for traditional thangkha paintings. Here you will see, students at work producing intricate design on cloth. Later visit Textile and Folk Heritage Museums, a fascinating testimony of the Bhutanese material culture and living traditions. After lunch visit Handicrafts Emporium which displays wide assortment of beautifully hand-woven and crafted products. Then drive to Memorial Chorten, the stupa built in the memory of Bhutan’s Third King who is popularly regarded as Father of modern Bhutan. The paintings and statues inside this monument provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy. Late afternoon drive to Punakha across Dochula pass (3,080m). Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.

    • Day tour time:3 Hours

    After breakfast visit PunakhaDzong, Built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by ShabdrungNgawangNamgyal to serve as the religious and administrative centre of the region, PunakhaDzong has played an important role in Bhutan’s history. Damaged by four catastrophic fires and an earthquake, the Dzong has now been fully restored. Then drive to Wangdiphodrang visiting Dzong and local market. The district of Wangdiphodrang is also famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings. After lunch drive to Paro with a short stop at Dochula pass. En route visit SimtokhaDzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built in 1627, it now houses the School for Buddhist studies. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

    • Day tour time:5 Hours

    After breakfast take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery, the most famous of Bhutanese monasteries. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery hence it is called “Tiger’s Nest”. The excursion to monastery takes about 5 hours for round trip. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. Originally built as Watch Tower since 1967 it is acting as the National Museum of the country and holding fascinating collection of art, artifacts, thangkha paintings and Bhutan’s exquisite postage stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit RinpungDzong which has a long and fascinating history. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

      Today, our tour guide will transfer you to Paro International Airport and fly to Kathmandu or your onward destination. Tour service end.

      Note: Paro International Airport connects to the international airports of Nepal (Kathmandu; KTM), India (Delhi, Bagdogra, Kolkotta, Gaya, Guwahati), Bangladesh (Dhaka), Thailand (Bangkok), Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Singapore (SIN).

        What's Included
        • Necessary Bhutan travel permits
        • Bhutan Visa fee
        • Bhutan Government Royalty fee ($ 65 per person / per day)
        • All airport pickups and drops Service
        • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner) with Tea
        • Government approved A and B category are equivalent to 3 star standard hotels /lodge on twin/ Single room basis
        • Transportation in comfortable private vehicle
        • English speaking Bhutanese guide and Driver
        • All entrance and permit fees for visits to monuments and museums as per the itinerary
        • All government taxes, vat, and service charge
        What's not Included
        • Flight Ticket if required (Kathmandu – Paro - Kathmandu ) US$: 480 Per Person (Subject to changeable ) 
        • Additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance.
        • Any kind of Insurance.
        • Personal expenses such as drink, tips & etc.
        Useful Information

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        • We arrange for all the necessary Bhutan travel permits
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        Risks during 5 days Bhutan tour package

        The 5 days Bhutan tour is a very safe trip but sometimes travelers may face some uncertain risks and challenges on the journey. Some of the risks you might face during the Bhutan tour are mentioned below:

        • unpredictable weather conditions
        • risks of landslides and avalanches
        • unforeseen accidents
        • Carelessness
        • Injuries and illness
        • Solutions for the possible risks during Bhutan tour 5 days package
        • To avoid the possible risks during 5 days Bhutan tour package here are some of the preventive measures you need to follow during your trip:
        • Pack appropriate clothing according to the weather conditions
        • Stay well-hydrated
        • Eat nutritious meals
        • Follow the advice and instructions of your guide
        • Be careful
        • Stay positive

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        Travel Insurance for 5 days Bhutan Tour Package

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        Tipping on 5 days Bhutan Tour Package

        The tips are the reward in forms of money or gift provided to the service provider for their valuable services and hard works. The tipping is not compulsory for Bhutan tour but is expected by the guides and other service providers like drivers, etc. after providing you the best services throughout the tour. During your trip you will have a guide who will help you and driver who will give the comfortable rides provide, they provide you the best services during the tour. So, if you find their services good then you can tip them at the last day of the tour which will make them happy. It will also encourage them to work even better. It is also a way to show gratefulness towards their hard work and services. Overall, tipping during Bhutan tour of 5 days completely depends on your wish/ choice.