Central Western Bhutan Tour

We catch a flight to Paro, Bhutan, from Kathmandu and enjoy the scenic view throughout the flight. We meet our local tour guide and take a short drive moving alongside the Thimphu River towards Thimphu (Bhutan’s capital). En route, we will visit the National Museum in Paro valley. Overnight in Thimphu.

Today we stroll around the colourful market of Thimphu and then visit the National Memorial Chorten, the National Library, the National Painting School, the Changangkha Temple, the textile museum, the traditional paper-making factory, the Tashicho Dzong monastery, Zangdopelri temple, and the mini zoo to see Takin. Overnight at a hotel in Thimphu.

We take about 3 hour’s drive to reach Punakha, leaving Thimphu behind via Dochula Pass, where we can get a mesmerizing view of the snow-capped peaks of Bhutan. We continue our drive to Punakha, relishing the countryside view. After checking into the hotel, we go to visit Punakha Dzong–the former winter capital of Bhutan–which is built between two rivers, “Phochu” (Male River) and “Mochu” (Female River). We take a short hike to Chhi-Med Lhakhang temple dedicated to Bhutan’s foremost saint, Lama Drukpa Kuenley, also known as the “divine madman”. Overnight in Hotel.

After breakfast, we drive back to Paro, relishing the scenic view of the eastern Himalayan range and the unique landscape throughout the drive. Upon arriving, we explore the town of Paro and visit the local handicraft shops to buy souvenirs to take back home. Overnight at a hotel in Paro.

Today we take a short drive to Haa Valley. The road takes us through pine and rhododendron forests before arriving at Chele-la pass (3988m), from where we can get the extraordinary view of Mt. Chomolhari (7326m) and Mt. Jichu Drake (6662m). After spending quality time, we continue our remaining 1-hour drive to Haa valley. We visit Lhakhang Karpo Monastery (the white temple) and Lhakhang Nagpo (the black temple). We drive back to Paro for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, we take a short drive to Paro Hiking point. We start our hike to Tiger’s Nest, also known as Taktshang Monastery, located 300m above the Paro valley. It is believed to be a spot where Guru Rinpoche arrived on the back of the Tigress and meditated for three months. Taktsang Monastery is one of the 10th holiest sites in the Buddhist world. We hike back and drive to Paro. Overnight in Hotel.

We will drive you back to the Paro International Airport in time for your final departure.