5 Nights 6 Days Bhutan Tour

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Trip Overview
  • Duration: 6 Days
  • Trip Grade: Leisurely Plus
  • Trip Start and End: Paro
  • Trip Area: Paro, Thimpu, Punakha
  • Trip Style: Leisure/ Cultural Tour
  • Age Group: 6+
  • Trip Type: Private and Group
  • Trip Method: Guided
  • Booking Type: Instant Booking
  • Max. Altitude: 2200m
  • Best Season: 4 Season
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5 Nights 6 Days Bhutan Tour lets you explore the last kingdom of the Himalayas, situated between some majestic mountains. Bhutan is a vibrant country rich in unique and isolated cultures and traditions. The country dwelling in between the serene mountains offers numerous monuments such as monasteries, dzongs, and palaces to explore. There are many wonderful Thangka art pieces and statues that reflect the culture and tradition of the Bhutanese people.

Our Bhutan Tour packages are designed in such a way that you get the best of the experiences Bhutan offers. Most of the Bhutani architecture, art, paintings, mythology are influenced by Vajrayana Buddhism which like most people follow. The people here wear traditional clothes. You will find monasteries and dzongs everywhere you go with prayer flags soaring above. The combination of heavenly landscapes and spiritual experiences is guaranteed to give you a wonderful retreat from your everyday life.

5 Nights 6 Days Bhutan Tour covers 3 major cities of Bhutan, Thimphu, Paro, and Punakha. You can collect wonderful experiences while visiting these cities and places along the way. The most common thing you will find in Bhutan is Dzong. It is a famous, unique architecture in Bhutan. Originally built as fortresses, these dzongs hold administrative as well as religious activities. Prayer flags, mani walls, and prayer wheels can be seen around these buildings. Visiting these dzongs is a great way to learn about the history, culture, and tradition of Bhutan.

Apart from cultural exploration, you will be rewarded with an amazing view of the surrounding mountains and landscapes. Some of the best vantage points to behold these heavenly landscapes are Dochula pass and Tiger’s Nest Monastery. You can see many mountain peaks from the viewpoints. While going from one city to another, you will pass through many rivers, dense forests, and waterfalls. Every moment of your tour will be amazing and worth remembering.

5 Days 6 Nights Bhutan Tour lets you experience the beauty of the Himalayas, a spiritual retreat, and a chance to explore the amazing Bhutanese culture.

5 Nights 6 Days Bhutan Tour Highlights

  • Hike up to world famous Taktshang Monastery also known as Tiger’s Nest and visit Kyichu Lhakhang
  • Arrive at Dochula pass at 3,080 meters and enjoy the majestic views mountains like Masagang, Tsendagang, Gangkar Puensum (the highest peak in Bhutan), etc.
  • A scenic flight covered with mountains towards the Paro airport
  • Visit Memorial Chorten built in the memory of King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck and Tashichho Dzong
  • Get close to the culture and traditions of people in Bhutan
  • Visit Punakha Dzong explore the local market at Wangdue Phodrang
  • On the way to Paro, visit Simtokha Dzong, an old fortress
  • Visit National Museum, Rinpung Dzong and the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong in Paro
  • Enjoy amazing natural beauty and picturesque landscapes throughout the tour 

Amazing views of the Himalayas and landscapes

Bhutan is a Himalayan country so during your flight there, you'll see amazing mountain views. On a clear day, you may also catch glimpses of Mt. Everest. Gangkar Puensum is the highest peak in Bhutan and Dochula Pass is the perfect place during this trip to view several mountains.

Besides mountain peaks, this tour is full of beautiful views of forests, dzongs, temples, brightly colored houses, and prayer flags with beautiful landscapes in the backdrop.

Thimphu

Thimphu is the capital city of Bhutan and there are several sites to visit which give an insight into the culture, history, and art of Bhutan. Tashichho Dzong is one of the most important ones as it houses the throne room and office of the king, secretariat building, and central monk body. Important festivals like Tsechu are hosted in these dzongs.

Another gem in this city is the National Library which holds a huge collection of ancient Buddhist texts. A visit to Arts and Crafts School lets you know about the process behind beautiful Thangka paintings. Memorial Chorten is considered the most visible religious structure in the city. It was built in the memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck where several larger-than-life-sized images of tantric deities are kept.

 Dochula Pass

It is the highest point on the road to Punakha at a height of 3080 meters. It is decorated by mani walls, prayer flags and a Chorten. On a clear day, mountains like Masagang (7,158m), Tsendagang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m ), Jejegangphugang (7,158 m), Kangphugang (7,170 m), Zongphugang (7,060 m) can be seen including a table mountain and Gangkar Puensum.

 Punakha Dzong

The major attraction of Punakha is the Punakha Dzong, built at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. Its major function is to hold administrative and religious activities in the Punakha district. There are several sacred relics of Tibetan Buddhism and the remains of Ngawang Namgyal who also built this dzong. This dzong has lots of religious and historical importance and is also the second biggest and second oldest dzong in Bhutan.

Wangdue Phodrang and Simtokha Dzong

Wangdue Phodrang is famous for its dzong and local market. Several handicrafts, art pieces, statues, and other souvenirs can be bought from here. Simtokha Dzong is the oldest the biggest dzong in this Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan. This old fortress is now used as a school for religious and linguistic studies.

Paro

The National Museum in Paro is also known as Ta-Dzong. It was built as a watchtower but now it’s used as a museum where the best art pieces, statues, Thangka paintings, and other artifacts are kept. There are about three thousand artworks there today. This museum is a major tourist attraction in Bhutan showcasing the culture, history, and art of Bhutan. Rinpung Dzong is another important place to visit that holds the monastic body, the office of the district administrative head, and the judge of Paro. The ruins of Drukgyel Dzong lie north of Paro which is considered the most beautiful archaeological site in Bhutan.

Tiger’s Nest Monastery

Another major attraction of Paro is the Tiger’s Nest Monastery, also known as Paro Taktsang. According to a legend, Guru Padmasambhava came to the cave to meditate on the back of a tigress. It is also believed that the tigress was one of his disciples in Tibet. He is also the one who brought Buddhism into Bhutan. Today, the temple lies on a sheer cliff. One can reach there only by hiking or on the back of a horse. It is also an amazing viewpoint to watch the beautiful views of the city.

People and Culture

People in Bhutan follow Vajrayana Buddhism. Representations of it, including monasteries, chortens, etc. dominate the cityscapes of Bhutan. Several exotic festivals that involve dressing up and music are celebrated by these people. Monks can be seen in red robes while men and women are seen in Gho and Kira. To feel close to these amazing people and cultures, you can also dress up in these ethnic dresses. The kind hospitality of Bhutanese people will make you feel at home.

5 Nights 6 Days Bhutan Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1:Arrive at Paro and drive to Thimphu
  • Day 2:Sightseeing around Thimphu
  • Day 3:Drive to Punakha from Thimphu  
  • Day 4:Drive to Paro from Punakha 
  • Day 5:Sightseeing in Paro 
  • Day 6:Departure

Day 1:Arrive at Paro and drive to Thimphu

  • Accommodation3-Star Hotel
  • MealsLunch and Dinner

You start your Bhutan tour journey with an amazing mountain flight to Paro from Kathmandu. While flying above, you can enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Himalayan ranges. Upon your arrival at Paro airport, our representative will come to pick you up and drive you to Thimphu. The few hours of driving gives you the time to acclimatize to the environment there. You will check into a hotel at Thimphu and relax for a while. Later you can set out to explore Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.

Day 2:Sightseeing around Thimphu

  • Accommodation3-Star Hotel
  • MealsBLD

Having breakfast early in the morning, you will set out to explore many beautiful places in Thimphu. You will spend the whole day sightseeing around the city. Your first stop will be Trashi Chhoe dzong, which houses the king’s office, the center of monastic activities and the summer residence of Je Khenpo as well.

Then you will visit the National Library, where you can find many Buddhist texts and manuscripts collection. You will get to learn about the history and culture of Bhutan.

Spending time at Library for a while, you go to Arts and Crafts school where you can observe and explore traditional Thangka paintings. You can see the students making designs and arts on the clothes.

You will have lunch and visit Handicrafts Emporium where you can find the collection of handicrafts produced by local people. You will then drive to Memorial Chorten which is the stupa built in the memory of Bhutan’s Third King. You can explore the collection of paintings and statues which let you learn more about Buddhist philosophy and tradition.

Day 3:Drive to Punakha from Thimphu  

  • Accommodation3-Star Hotel
  • MealsBLD

You will start the drive to Punakha after having breakfast in Thimphu. Along the way, you will stop at Dochula Pass (3080m) to enjoy the view of the surrounding. Dochula Pass is a wonderful vantage point to behold the mountain and the landscapes.

Upon your arrival at Punakha, you will check into a hotel and rest for a while. You will visit Punakha Dzong after that.  Where you will explore the paintings and statues inspired by Buddhist philosophy.

You will then go to Wangdue Phodrang and explore the local markets where you can expect to find bamboo products and stone carvings. You will then get back to Punakha and stay at the hotel.

Day 4:Drive to Paro from Punakha 

  • Accommodation3-Star Hotel
  • MealsBLD

You will have breakfast in Punakha and set off for Paro. Along the way, you will visit the Simtokha Dzong which is the oldest fortress of Bhutan. Religious studies are conducted here now. After completing almost 4 hours of drive, you will rich Paro. You can visit Ta Dzong Museum after resting for a while. The museum is the National Museum of Bhutan which holds many paintings, artifacts, postage stamps, etc which represent the history and culture of Bhutan. You will descend to visit Rinpung Dzong built by Ngawang Namgyal. You can explore and about Tibetan Buddhism here. After visiting the Dzong, you will get back to your hotel and take a rest.

Day 5:Sightseeing in Paro 

  • Accommodation3-Star Hotel
  • MealsBLD

Early morning you will ride to the northern side of Paro valley, after having breakfast. There you will visit the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong which was used to repel the invasion by Tibetan armies during the Bhutan-Tibet war.

Then you will trek to Tiger’s Nest monastery which is one of the most famous monasteries of Bhutan. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche had come here riding the tigress and meditated at this monastery. Apart from exploring the monastery, you will get an amazing view of the surrounding landscapes from here. You then return back to Paro. Along the way, you will visit the oldest shrine of Bhutan, Kyichu Lhakhang.

Day 6:Departure

  • Accommodation3-Star Hotel
  • MealsBreakfast

Your 5 nights and 6 days Bhutan tour concludes here. After having breakfast in the morning, we will drive you to the airport. You will have your connecting flight to the next destination or your home from there.

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What's Included

  • Meals: 
    5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners
  • Accommodation: 
    3-Star accommodation in Kathmandu for 5 nights
  • Transportation:   
    All land transportation with pickups and drops
    An experienced driver and a private vehicle
  • Guides and Porters:
    A qualified & licensed English-speaking guide
  • Entry Fees and Permits:
    Visas for Bhutan
    All entry fees and permits
    Government fee, royalty, taxes & surcharges
  • Miscellaneous: 
    Mineral bottled water
    Set of traditional costume (to be returned at the end of your stay)

What's not Included

  • Flight to/from Bhutan (assistance can be provided)
  • Travel Insurance (assistance can be provided)
  • Meals at any other restaurants than the designated ones
  • Any upgrade in accommodation and services
  • Items of a personal nature (drinks, chocolates, desserts, etc.)
  • Tips for the guide and driver

FAQs

  • No, according to the tourism policy of Bhutan independent travel is not allowed in Bhutan, You should go through the regestered tour agency with trek guide.

  • No, the insurance will not be covered by the price you pay for the package. You will have to cover your insurance independently.

  • Yes, you can customize the itinerary according to the duration of your stay in Bhutan and your preferences. Inform us before persuing the trip for tailor-made itinerary.

  • Bhutan is known as Last Shangri- La on earth. Being the happiest nation with least violence, it is the safest destination to travel. Apart from that, your safety is our first concern. So, you can be worry-free while travelling to Bhutan.

  • It depends upon how long you will stay in Bhutan. Your accommodation and the transportation will be covered by your package price. You need extra money to buy local handicrafts and souvenirs. So, you have to decide how much you are willing to spend on those things. As all the basic things are covered by the package, you can travel Bhutan even with a little extra money. We recommend you to bring money in USD to by the souvenirs.

5 Nights 6 Days Bhutan Tour Reviews

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  • Robert Williams
    Robert WilliamsJuly 09, 2019
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    Unforgettable memories in Bhutan

    I have traveled to many countries in Europe and America but this time I wanted to explore the world more by going to isolated countries like Nepal and Bhutan. I think that's the best decision I ever made. First of all I was not sure about how they conduct tours in these countries. I contacted Ram through an email and he was very knowledgable. I was impressed by the professionalism they showed throughout the tour. I had the best time every day of the tour. The country is very beautiful and unique in itself but, without these people, I would be lost not knowing what to do. Thanks guys!! 

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