Spirit of Bhutan

6 Days | Bhutan To Bhutan | From: CAD 2715.30

Travel along mystical mountains, Visit various dzongs and Buddhist gompas, Experience the Dragon Kingdom with cultural interactions at a local farm, Take in stunning Himalayan mountain views

Explore the happiest country on Earth in under one week without sacrificing any of the life changing moments you expect from the kingdom of Bhutan. Discover a country of smiling monks, stunning mountain trails, and iconic dzongs. The ancient traditions of Bhutan will beckon you to slow down, breathe deep and reconnect with your inner zen.

What's Included

• Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
• Arrival & Departure transfer
• Sustainable Development Fees
• Memorial Chorten & Motithang Takin Preserve visit
• Tashichho Dzong visit
• Chimi Lakhang Hike
• Explore Punakha Dzong
• Explore Paro Dzong and Archery grounds
• Free time in Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro
• Hike to Taktsang Monastery Tiger's Nest
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Places Visited Bhutan, Itinerary
Day 1: Paro Airport to Thimphu

Arrive at Paro Airport and meet your arrival transfers to our accommodation in Thimpu. Here you will attend a welcome meeting followed by an optional group dinner.

Day 2: Thimphu

Visit the National Memorial Chorten, the Buddha Point, and Motithang Takin Preserve. In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong.

Day 3: Thimphu/Punākha

Travel to Punakha in the morning crossing Dochula Pass. After a pleasant stop for views enjoy a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang Temple learning about its historical significance. In the afternoon explore the stunning Punakha Dzong.

Day 4: Punākha/Paro

Take a scenic drive back to Paro this morning with a few stops en route. Upon arrival the group will visit the Paro Dzong as well as the local archery grounds. This evening you'll have free time to wander and indulge as you please.

Day 5: Paro

Enjoy a morning hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest). The hike is about 7km and offers a chance to visit 13 holy relics, at a place considered to be one of the most venerated pilgrim sites of the Himalayan world. After finishing the hike you'll have the rest of the evening free to explore more of Paro on your own before one last dinner with the group.

Day 6: Paro

Depart at any time. Airport transfer included. While at the airport, opt to experience a cultural art class at the social enterprise, VAST, a G Adventures-supported studio.