Best of Bhutan Tour( Culture- Hikes- Short Trek- Monastic Stay)

Starting Point: Your adventure begins at Paro International Airport, where your guide and driver will be waiting with a placard to welcome you.

• Tachog Lhakhang - the iron chain bridge. Feel the history and serenity as you explore the Tachog Lhakhang Bridge, a beautifully preserved ancient structure.

• Simtokha Dzong: Marvel at the architectural grandeur and spiritual ambiance of Simtokha Dzong.

• Buddha Dordenma: Witness the majestic Buddha Dordenma statue, a symbol of peace and prosperity, offering breathtaking views.

• Centenary Farmers Market: 

• Discover Thimphu's vibrant Weekend Market near Wang Chhu, bustling with regional vendors from Thursday to Sunday. Enjoy the fragrant incense, exotic spices, and unique finds like yak legs with hooves attached. The stalls offer dried fish, local honey, and cereals like red rice and kapche. The lively atmosphere spills into the streets, leading to the weekends-only Handicrafts Market nearby. 

Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu 

Begin your journey with a soul stirring hike to the sacred Dodeydra Monastery, nestled in a serene hilltop. As you climb, take in the stunning views and the deep tranquility that envelops the area. At Dodeydra Goempa, you have the opportunity to meet and pray with the monks, sharing a peaceful evening prayer and dining with them. If you wish, you can also participate in a Dharma discussion with the monks, fostering a deeper spiritual connection.

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During your stay, you can enjoy several enriching experiences:

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• Receive a special blessing from the monks through a transformative cleansing ritual. Participate in the 'Lhabsang Thruesel' ceremony, which is designed to cleanse you of life's negativities and adversities.
• Hoist vibrant prayer flags, filling the air with your hopes and aspirations.
• Take part in sacred rituals such as Incense Offering, Wine Offering, and Butter Lamp Offering.
• Embark on this extraordinary journey of connection and spirituality at Dodeydra Monastery.

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Overnight: Monasticstay 

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Rise early to the sound of the chirping birds and morning bell summoning the monks for Morning Prayer. Begin your day by participating in Morning Prayer with the assembly of monks at the Dodeydra Monastery, before headind back to Thimphu.

On the way to Punakha, stop at Dochu La Mountain pass at 3,100 meters marked by 108 Buddhist Shrines. If skies are clear, the high Himalayan peaks towards the north east will be revealed in all their glory. Hoist prayer flags on one of the highest point and make aspirations to benefit of all being.

Hike to Chimi Lhakhang, at about five minutes walk away from Sopsokha Village. Prepare to be greeted by paintings of an unassuming sight on your way to the site. The temple is also popularly known as the divine mad monk's temple or the temple of fertility.

Visit Punakha Dzong, a massive structure built at the junction of two rivers. Punakha was Bhutan’s capital until 1955 and Punakha Dzong still serves as the winter residence of the central monk body. Bhutan’s first king, Ugyen Wangchuck, was crowned here in 1907. The fortress has withstood damage from fire, earthquake and flood over the centuries. The latest flood, in October, 1994, caused great damage to the fortress but miraculously spared its most holy statue.

Overnight: Hotel in Punakha 

Early morning drive to Paro. Upon reaching Paro hike up to Tiger’s Nest - one of Bhutan’s most revered pilgrim sites; be rewarded to the overwhelming sight of the monastery perched on a cliff at 3,120 meters above the sea level and 900 meters above Paro valley. Tiger’s Nest or Taktsang acquires its name from the legend of its foundation, when in the 8th Century Guru Rinpoche, widely revered as the second Buddha, arrived from Tibet flying across the mountains on the back of a tigress and meditated here for three months. He blessed and preached tantric Buddhism in Bhutan.

End of your travel to Bhutan. Our team will drive you to the Airport and bid farewell.