10-Day Bhutan Cultural Tour from Paro with Tiger's Nest and Haa Valley

10 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Come for this guided Bhutan tour and combine picturesque treks, beautiful landscapes, visits to botanical gardens, and interactions with the local community. Ex...

Duration: 10 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Thimphu, Wangdue, Paro, Punakha, Phobjikha, Haa Valley, Jomolhari · Languages: English

Know before you go: Every visitor to Bhutan requires a tourist visa. Exceptions are Indian and Bangladesh passport holders.; Visas are issued only to tourists who book tour packages with local tour operators directly or through a foreign travel agent.; The tour operator submits the visa application on behalf of visitors.; The visa is issued by the Tourism Council of Bhutan in Thimphu, Bhutan.; The Royal Government of Bhutan sets minimum selling prices for packages to Bhutan, and this must be paid in US dollars prior to arrival in Bhutan.

About Wangdue

Bhutan

Wangdue

The nerve center of Vajrayana Buddhism and one of the most mythical locations in the Himalaya, Wangdue and its great dzong rarely fail to impress. Get a local guide to show you around.

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What's Included

Airport transfers
Stay in hotels/farm-stays as indicated in the itinerary
All three meals, tea and coffee
Dedicated SUV vehicle with a driver
English-speaking Bhutan tour guide throughout the trip
Short hikes, packed lunches, and snacks wherever required
Monument fees
Bhutan Tourism Development Fee
Government Royalty of USD 65 per person per night - your personal contribution to health, education, and all developmental works in Bhutan
Visa processing fee

Not Included

International/domestic airfare
Refreshments, bottled drinks, and alcohol
Tips/gratuities
Costs arising out of flight cancellation, road blockades, landslides, and events beyond our control
Expenses of a personal nature and any other expenses not mentioned in the above cost

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Paro and Drive to Thimphu

Meet your local tour guide outside the airport. Meet your local tour guide outside the airport. Drive to Thimphu and witness the iron bridge of Tachogang Lhakhang, which was built in the 15th century. Drive to Thimphu and witness the iron bridge of Tachogang Lhakhang, which was built in the 15th century. Dinner at a local restaurant. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Thimphu. Overnight in Thimphu.
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Day 02

Thimphu Sightseeing

Begin the day by visiting Clock Tower Square, the smallest city square in the world. Begin the day by visiting Clock Tower Square, the smallest city square in the world. Drive to the majestic Buddha Point, one of the most recognizable landmarks and religious symbols of Bhutan. Drive to the majestic Buddha Point, one of the most recognizable landmarks and religious symbols of Bhutan. Continue with a visit to Tashicho Dzong, the Fortress of the Glorious Reign. Continue with a visit to Tashicho Dzong, the Fortress of the Glorious Reign. Stop for lunch at a 500-year-old Bhutanese house and taste some local food. Stop for lunch at a 500-year-old Bhutanese house and taste some local food. After lunch, drive to the Botanical Garden before heading back to the hotel for an overnight stay. After lunch, drive to the Botanical Garden before heading back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
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Day 03

Dochula Pass and Punakha

Today, the first stop is Dochula Pass, which is approximately 3100 m above sea level. Today, the first stop is Dochula Pass, which is approximately 3100 m above sea level. Continue the drive to Punakha and visit Punakha Dzong. Continue the drive to Punakha and visit Punakha Dzong. Go for an easy hike and climb the beautiful Khamsum Yulley Stupa. Go for an easy hike and climb the beautiful Khamsum Yulley Stupa. On the way back, stop at the base camp and try river rafting across the longest suspension bridge. On the way back, stop at the base camp and try river rafting across the longest suspension bridge. Overnight stay at a farmhouse. Overnight stay at a farmhouse.
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Day 04

Wangdue Valley to Phobjikha

Today, drive past Wangdue Valley and stop to see the ruined fortress, which was built in 1638. Today, drive past Wangdue Valley and stop to see the ruined fortress, which was built in 1638. Get an opportunity to explore the ancient 16th-century monastery, the largest and best-preserved architecture in Bhutan. Get an opportunity to explore the ancient 16th-century monastery, the largest and best-preserved architecture in Bhutan. Overnight stay in Phobjikha. Overnight stay in Phobjikha.
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Day 05

Phobjikha via Wangdue to Paro

Drive back to Paro along the same route, but stop at different spots for sightseeing. Drive back to Paro along the same route, but stop at different spots for sightseeing. First, stop at Lawala Pass at 3400 m to look over the yak herders' camp. First, stop at Lawala Pass at 3400 m to look over the yak herders' camp. Later, stop at the Botanical Garden in Lamperi before heading back to Paro. Later, stop at the Botanical Garden in Lamperi before heading back to Paro. Upon arrival, visit Rinpung Dzong. Upon arrival, visit Rinpung Dzong. Later in the day, visit the National Museum, also known as Ta Dzong. Later in the day, visit the National Museum, also known as Ta Dzong. After the museum, witness the national game of Bhutan - archery. After the museum, witness the national game of Bhutan - archery. Transfer to the hotel after the day ends. Transfer to the hotel after the day ends.
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Day 06

Druk Path Trek to Jele Dzong and Haa Valley

Start the Druk Path trek near the National Museum. Start the Druk Path trek near the National Museum. Drive along a farm road until you reach the pine forests. The trail then takes you steadily uphill all the way to Jela Dzong, a now-ruined temple built long ago as a war fortress. From here, get a stunning view of the Paro Valley below. Drive along a farm road until you reach the pine forests. The trail then takes you steadily uphill all the way to Jela Dzong, a now-ruined temple built long ago as a war fortress. From here, get a stunning view of the Paro Valley below. Stop at the pass for a picnic lunch and witness the mighty Jomolhari mountain at 7400 m. Stop at the pass for a picnic lunch and witness the mighty Jomolhari mountain at 7400 m. Continue the drive to Haa Valley and take a leisurely walk through the small town. Continue the drive to Haa Valley and take a leisurely walk through the small town. Dinner and overnight stay in Haa. Dinner and overnight stay in Haa.
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Day 07

Haa Valley Nature and Cultural Excursion

Embark on a hike through the Meri Puensum Nature Trail. It is a five-hour hike through the fir forests. Embark on a hike through the Meri Puensum Nature Trail. It is a five-hour hike through the fir forests. Start the cultural sightseeing from Lhakhang Karpo, the White Temple, to Lhakhang Nagpo, the Black Temple. Start the cultural sightseeing from Lhakhang Karpo, the White Temple, to Lhakhang Nagpo, the Black Temple. Drive to Damthang Valley, on the border of China and Bhutan, to see the beautiful mountain landscape. Drive to Damthang Valley, on the border of China and Bhutan, to see the beautiful mountain landscape. Overnight in Haa Valley. Overnight in Haa Valley.
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Day 08

Return to Paro via Dobji Dzong

Drive to Paro. Drive to Paro. Stop at Dobji Dzong, which was used as a prison during the time of governors and civil war in the 18th century. Stop at Dobji Dzong, which was used as a prison during the time of governors and civil war in the 18th century. Come across many beautiful traditional houses and fields along the road. Come across many beautiful traditional houses and fields along the road. Upon arrival, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in Bhutan, built by a Tibetan king. Upon arrival, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in Bhutan, built by a Tibetan king. Dinner and overnight stay in Paro. Dinner and overnight stay in Paro.
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Day 09

Tiger's Nest Monastery Hike

After breakfast, go for a short hike. Drive for about 30 minutes from the hotel to reach the starting point. After breakfast, go for a short hike. Drive for about 30 minutes from the hotel to reach the starting point. Upon arrival at the base camp, hire a pony or trek to Tiger's Nest. Upon arrival at the base camp, hire a pony or trek to Tiger's Nest. Spend the rest of the day at leisure after the trek. You may also go shopping in the local markets. Spend the rest of the day at leisure after the trek. You may also go shopping in the local markets. Dinner and overnight stay. Dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 10

Departure from Paro

Early morning departure from Paro International Airport. Early morning departure from Paro International Airport.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Airport Road Paro, Paro 12001, Bhutan · Tour start: Airport Road Paro, Paro 12001, Bhutan — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.