Travel to Bhutan with us for 7 days Bhutan tour. The itinerary is the best-selling Bhutan tour package. The tour is a highly recommended tour. It is meant for travelers who want to travel to the western part of Bhutan with the best places to visit.
The highlights include visits to many ancient monasteries and fortresses. Visit the picturesque beautiful Gangtey monastery and the glacial valley of Phobjikha Valley. The hike to Taksang Monastery and Khamsung Yulley Monastery is an awesome hike. Visit Chimi Lhakhang, the Devine Madman’s temple in Wangdiphodrang. You will be visiting Museums and Government Institutions. The beauty of happiness people of Bhutan meet while visiting Bhutan. Archery matches to be a witness while you travel. Visit pristine villages and Homestays in Bhutan.
Day 1- Arrive Paro – Thimphu sightseeing.
Day 2- Thimphu sightseeing.
Day 3-Thimphu – Punakha sightseeing.
Day 4- Punakha – Wangdiphodrang – Gangtey sightseeing.
Day 5- Gangtey – Paro sightseeing.
Day 6- Paro sightseeing – Hike to the Tiger’s Nest monastery.
Day 7- Paro – Departure for outbound journey
Please find below the itinerary for 7 Days Bhutan Tour.
Your representatives from Bhutan Himalayan Holidays will be there at the Paro International Airport to greet you with “Tashi Khadha”. From there drive to Thimphu, which takes nearly 1 1/2 hours. On the way to Thimphu, you will get to view Tamchog Monastery built in the 15th century by Thang Thong Gyalpo.
After check-in hotel and refreshments, the afternoon Thimphu sightseeing places will be visiting Memorial Chorten of Thimphu, the Buddha Statue facing Thimphu Valley, Changangkha Lhakhang, Takin mini Zoo, and Sangaygang viewpoint.
Evening hours will be visiting Dupthop Lhakhang, Bhutan Postal Museum, and visiting shops and strolling in the main town.
Overnight in Hotel in Thimphu 3-4 star category. Dinner in Hotel.
After breakfast visit to Postal Museum, Craft Bazaar, Royal Textile Museum Bhutan, and Painting School. After Lunch in the town visit the Simply Bhutan Museum restaurant.
The afternoon session will be witnessing the Archery match at the Changlimithang stadium area. In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong, the Royal Secretariat. Overnight in Thimphu(3-4 star category). Dinner in Hotel
After early breakfast drive to Punakha, which is 76km and takes two hours. Punakha is the ancient capital of Bhutan. En route Dochu La Pass, which is at an elevation of 3140 m. On the way to visit Chimi Lhakhang was built in 1499. The temple is also known as the “Temple of Fertility”. Lunch will be at Lobesa after the visit to the Fertility temple.
Afternoon sightseeing will be visiting Punakha Dzong located between two rivers. It was built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. It is the winter residence of Je Khenpo and the Monk Body Bhutan. After that hike to the Khamsung Yulley Chorten along with the rice field. In the evening will get a chance to walk and cross the longest Suspension Bridge in Bhutan., Which measures nearly 160 meters. Overnight in Hotel in Punakha(3-4 star category). Dinner in Hotel.
After breakfast drive to Gangtey and Phubjikha Glacial Valley, a 75 km drive that takes 2 hours. A short trip and stoppage at Wangdiphodrang Dzong. From there drive towards Gangtey and finally to Phobjikha(The Glacial Valley of Bhutan). This Glacial valley is considered the most beautiful in the Himalayas. It is also the roosting ground of the rare Black-necked cranes in winter.
Visit Gangtey Goenpa Monastery built in 1613 by Gyaltse Pema Thinley. It is considered the oldest monastery in Bhutan. If you have time and interest you will do Gangtey Nature Trail from Gangtey Goenpa. Visit the Crane Information Center. Evening time you can explore Phobjikha Valley and the villages of Phubjikha. The Valley is at an elevation of around 3000 m. Overnight in a Hotel in Phubjikha or Bhutanese Farmhouse.
After breakfast drive to Paro, 185 km car drive and takes a minimum of 5 hours drive. On the way, we will stop at many places to take pictures.
After reaching Paro you will be visiting the Ta Dzong (National Museum of Bhutan) and Rinpung Dzong. In the evening, visit a Bhutanese farmhouse for dinner. Overnight in Hotel or Farm House.
After early breakfast drive to Satsam Chorten and a 2-hour hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery. Afternoon sightseeing will be Drugyel Dzong. It is a defense fort built in 1649 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. Then visit Kichu Lhakhang one of the oldest monasteries in Bhutan. It was built in 659 AD by Songtsen Gampo. In the evening time, you will get free to stroll in Paro town for shopping and photography. Overnight in Hotel in Paro. Dinner in Hotel.
The last day of the 7 days Bhutan tour. After breakfast, our representatives from Bhutan Himalayan Holidays will drive to the Paro Airport for an outbound journey. Bid farewell. This will end our 7 days Bhutan tour.
On the 24th of June 2022, the National Assembly of Bhutan passed the Tourism Levy Bill of 2022. The new Tourism Policy of Bhutan was implemented after Covid-19. The Royal Government of Bhutan raised SDF(Sustainable Tourism Development Fund) to tourists from US$65 per person to US$200 per person per day.
Along with the increase in the SDF, the Minimum Daily Package Rate (MDPR) has been removed. Tourist has to pay for accommodation, meals, transport, and guides separately.
The SDF for regional tourists(Indian passport and vote card holders) is set at 1200 BTN (~15 USD) per night, and they will have to hire a guide and transportation.
The main reason for the revision of the SDF is to reinvest the amount to improve the overall standard of the tourism industry. Moreover, it follows the policy of “high value, low volume” high-end tourist destinations. The focus is on the long-term sustainability of the country and goes against mass tourism that will ultimately reduce in carbon footprint.
Costing of Tour which are applicable to Tourist.
Bhutan Tour costs the minimum daily package rate laid down by Bhutan Tourism.