Glimpse of Bhutan 4D/3N

  • Short for those in hurry or on tight budget
  • Must see Tiger's nest monastery
  • Picturesque Paro valley
  • Monuments of the capital Thimphu
  • Panoramic mountain views from Dochu-la pass in clear weather
5 days and less before the date of first flight: 100 %
Flight ticket might be rescheduled up to 6 days before the flight, however after rescheduling, the flight ticket is non-refundable. Rescheduling is possible multiple times within 12 months from the first flight date.
Name on the ticket might be changed up to 6 days before the flight for a 50 USD fee.
The date of actual cancellation and the date of the tour start are excluded from count. Dates are calculated according to Bhutan Standard Time (UTC +6).

Entry pre-conditions
  • For non-binding and free ticket reservation we require your full names as written in passport.
  • Passport data page scan is required for issuing visa/permit and flight tickets.
  • Scan of passport photograph is required to issue a visa.
  • Minimum passport validity from the date of entry to Bhutan has to be more than 6 months.
  • Travel insurance covering medical expenses, repatriation and accidental permanent injury is required. Insurance coverage document overview in English is needed to issue visas. Other requirements like PCR test etc. need to be reconfirmed in the time of travel.
  • Nepali visas are (or might be) required for transit via Kathmandu.

Itinerary

Day 1. Arrival to Paro
Arrival to Paro. ➜ Drive to Paro airport viewpoint. Depending on schedule, you might see planes landing and taking off. Runway in Paro is famed as one of the most demanding of all Wold's International airports. ➜ Visit of the National Museum in Ta dzong, the watchtower protecting the Paro castle below from intruders. ➜ Then drive down to Paro town and marvel over the old traditional bridge below the Paro Dzong. Here, you will have opportunity to try Bhutanese dress and take a beautiful photo with castle in the background! ➜ Walk in lively little town packed with interesting shops, cafés, and bars!
Day 2. Paro – Thimphu
Hike to Taktsang gomba (The Tiger’s Nest) is the absolute highlight of the tour! While the climb seems to be hard, it’s very rewarding. If you don’t feel so strong, you can cut it short in cafeteria with nice view of the temple. ➜ If you have spare strength, you might hike up to Zangtopelri Lhakhang to get birds-eye view of Tiger's Nest! You can consider hiking in the morning or early afternoon depending on weather, your fitness, and preferences. ➜ After hike drive to Thimphu with stop at Tachog lhakhang to see traditional bridge made using ancient iron chains. ➜ Drop to Changlimithang stadium to see the archery, traditional sport of Bhutan. Matches are going on from the morning to the evening! ➜ Take a rest after the morning's hike. ➜ Optionally you can visit famous Mojo Park music club or other Thimphu's popular venues.
Day 3. Thimphu
Early morning drive to Dochu-la pass (3100 m). In clear weather you can see stunning mountain panorama. ➜ Drive back to Thimphu and visit gigantic statue of Buddha overlooking the valley. ➜ Walk in Norzin lam street and see the traffic police signaling in junctions. Thimphu is only capital in the world without the traffic lights. ➜ Finish walk at handicraft market where many interesting Bhutanese souvenirs can be seen and bought for reasonable price. ➜ Continue with visit to Folk Heritage Museum with the exhibition on traditional village life in Bhutan (closed on Sunday, alternatively visit Simply Bhutan museum). ➜ Otherwise, you can enjoy some free time in the town, exploring it on your own. ➜ Late afternoon visit to monumental Tashichho dzong castle, the seat of the king and government.
Day 4. Departure
If time permits, you can drive to Drukyel dzong to see a freshly reconstructed castle and the summit of holy Jomolhari mountain in clear weather. ➜ After that, you depart from Paro by flight or take ~5 hours drive to land border in Phuntsholing.

What's Included

    • Bhutan visa/permit. 
    • Sustainable Development Fee.
    • English-speaking guide.
    • Breakfast, lunch, dinner. 
    • Accommodation as envisaged below on double/twin sharing basis. 
    • Transportation in a comfortable vehicle with a driver.
    •  Entrance fees as per program. 

What's Not Included

    • Flight tickets other than mentioned. 
    • Drinks other than tea and coffee.
    • Tips, personal expenses and other unexpected expenses. 
    • Any insurance. Optional activities. Additional bank transfer fees or card payment fee. 
    • Any medical tests, quarantine or other COVID-19 related expenses.
    •  Additional costs due to changes in tourism policy, introduction of new entry fees and other currently unknown facts.

Trip facts

  • Activity
    Tours
  • Duration
    4 Days
  • Grade
    Easy
  • Group Size
    Min 2 pax
  • Transportation
    Flight & Vehicle

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