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Essence of Bhutan: 8 Days Private tour of Thimpu, Punakha, Gangtey & Paro

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Paro to Thimphu

    Paro to Thimphu
    Start point
    Paro, Bhutan (You will be greeted outside the airport exit gate by a representative holding a personalized name placard. Pick-up can also be arranged from any car-accessible location within Paro., 09:00 - 12:00)
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Peaceful Resort), Hotel 4* (Hotel Druk), Hotel 5* (Taj Tashi)
    Landmarks
    Tamchhu Lhakhang
  3. Day 2

    Thimphu

    Thimphu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Peaceful Resort), Hotel 4* (Hotel Druk), Hotel 5* (Taj Tashi)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kuensell Phodrang (Buddha Point)
    • Hike to Changgangkha through blue pine forests
    • Visit Motithang Takin Preserve
    • Visit Memorial Chorten
    • Visit Tashichho Dzong
    Landmarks
    Kuensell Phodrang
    Changgangkha
    Motithang Takin Preserve
    Memorial Chorten
    Tashichho Dzong
  4. Day 3

    Thimphu to Punakha

    Thimphu to Punakha
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Zhing Khan Resort ), Resort (RKPO Green Resort), Hotel 5* (Uma Punakha)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Punakha Dzong
    • Visit Chimi Lhakhang
    Landmarks
    Punakha Dzong
    Chimi Lhakhang
  5. Day 4

    Punakha

    Punakha
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Zhing Khan Resort ), Resort (RKPO Green Resort), Hotel 5* (Uma Punakha)

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
    • Visit Talon community
    Landmarks
    Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
    Talon
  6. Day 5

    Punakha to Gangtey

    Punakha to Gangtey
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Gakiling Guest House), Hotel 4* (Hotel Dewachen), Hotel 5* (Hotel Gantey Gomba Lodge)
    Landmarks
    Phobjikha Valley
  7. Day 6

    Gangtey to Paro

    Gangtey to Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Cottage (Olathang Cottage), Hotel 4* (Hotel Kaachi Grand), Hotel 5* (Hotel Uma Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ta Dzong (National Museum)
    • Visit Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong)
    Landmarks
    Ta Dzong
    Paro Dzong
  8. Day 7

    Paro

    Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Cottage (Olathang Cottage), Hotel 4* (Hotel Kaachi Grand), Hotel 5* (Hotel Uma Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Taktsang Monastery
    Landmarks
    Taktsang Monastery
  9. Day 8

    Paro

    Paro
    End point
    Paro, Bhutan (You will be dropped off at the airport or any car-accessible location within Paro, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your journey.)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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What's Not Included

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Where You'll Stay

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    Peaceful Resort

    Resort
    Days 1, 2
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    Hotel Druk

    Hotel 4*
    Days 1, 2
    Upgrade Available
  • Outside area

    Taj Tashi

    Hotel 5*
    Days 1, 2
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    Zhing Khan Resort

    Resort
    Days 3, 4
  • Front

    RKPO Green Resort

    Resort
    Days 3, 4
  • Front

    Uma Punakha

    Hotel 5*
    Days 3, 4
    Upgrade Available
  • Front

    Gakiling Guest House

    Guesthouse
    day 5
  • Front

    Hotel Dewachen

    Hotel 4*
    day 5

  • Hotel Gantey Gomba Lodge

    Hotel 5*
    day 5
  • Front

    Olathang Cottage

    Cottage
    Days 6, 7
  • Front

    Hotel Kaachi Grand

    Hotel 4*
    Days 6, 7
  • Outside Area

    Hotel Uma Resort

    Hotel 5*
    Days 6, 7
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Traveler Moments

  • Large white stupa with golden decorations in a landscaped area.
  • Person turning a large prayer wheel in a monastery.
  • Close-up of lit oil lamps in a shrine.
  • Cozy room interior with wooden furniture and windows.
  • Prayer wheels and religious offerings.
  • Well-decorated hotel room with a large bed and seating area.
  • Decorative Buddha statue displayed in a shop.
  • Close-up of a red postbox with yellow text.
  • Bowl of traditional Bhutanese dish with dried red chilies and cheese.
  • Group of men in traditional Bhutanese attire practicing archery.
  • Cozy dining area with a stove and view of mountains.
  • Street scene in a Bhutanese city with traditional architecture.
  • Large Buddha statue overlooking the landscape.
  • Traditional Bhutanese gate with mountains in the background.
  • Person smiling at the airport with mountains in the background.
  • Bustling street scene in Paro with shops and parked cars.
  • Close-up of a colorful traditional loom.
  • Hilltop monastery surrounded by forest.
  • Three people in traditional attire by a river and a bridge.
  • Mountain range with a series of chortens in the foreground.
  • Two people standing under an arch with a monument in the background.
  • Two men in front of an archway structure.
  • Two men in front of the Taj Mahal.
  • Two people with a towering historical structure in the background.
  • Two men in a decorative archway with intricate carvings.
  • Two men standing inside an ornately decorated dome.
  • Two men posing in front of a large fort.
  • Two men in front of a large historical monument.
  • Two men standing in a historical site with arched architecture.
  • Two men posing on a terrace overlooking a city.
  • Two men with a monument in the distant background viewed from an indoor setting.
  • Two men standing in front of an ornate building with domes.
  • Monkeys on a paved surface near stairs.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 7 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    5.0
  • Food
    4.7
  • Tour Operator
    4.8

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  • Elisabetta5.0•March 2025
    I had the most wonderful trip of the last 5 years in Bhutan! And not only because it’s a beautiful country, but...
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    • Close-up of a red postbox with yellow text.
    • Traditional Bhutanese gate with mountains in the background.
    • Hilltop monastery surrounded by forest.
    • Person turning a large prayer wheel in a monastery.
    • Large white stupa with golden decorations in a landscaped area.
    • Cozy room interior with wooden furniture and windows.
    • Mountain range with a series of chortens in the foreground.
    • Bowl of traditional Bhutanese dish with dried red chilies and cheese.
    • Prayer wheels and religious offerings.
    • Cozy dining area with a stove and view of mountains.
    • Bustling street scene in Paro with shops and parked cars.
    • Street scene in a Bhutanese city with traditional architecture.
    • Decorative Buddha statue displayed in a shop.
    • Close-up of a colorful traditional loom.
    • Three people in traditional attire by a river and a bridge.
    • Close-up of lit oil lamps in a shrine.
    • Large Buddha statue overlooking the landscape.
    • Person smiling at the airport with mountains in the background.
    • Well-decorated hotel room with a large bed and seating area.
    • Group of men in traditional Bhutanese attire practicing archery.
    Traveled in March 2025
  • Ryan
    Ryan5.0•December 2024
    What an amazing way to see Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur! Our driver, Jai, was hysterical and got us safely to each...
    Show more
    • Two men standing in a historical site with arched architecture.
    • Monkeys on a paved surface near stairs.
    • Two men with a monument in the distant background viewed from an indoor setting.
    • Two men standing in front of an ornate building with domes.
    • Two people standing under an arch with a monument in the background.
    • Two men in a decorative archway with intricate carvings.
    • Two men in front of a large historical monument.
    • Two men in front of the Taj Mahal.
    • Two men posing in front of a large fort.
    • Two men posing on a terrace overlooking a city.
    • Two people with a towering historical structure in the background.
    • Two men in front of an archway structure.
    • Two men standing inside an ornately decorated dome.
    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: MTA Destination Management Company
    Dear Ryan, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time exploring Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Jai will be delighted to hear your kind words—he truly does have a special way of making journeys both safe and entertaining! We are also glad the guides added value to your trip by sharing their knowledge and ensuring a smooth, worry-free experience. India’s rich history is indeed something special, and we are delighted you could fully immerse yourself in it. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again for another unforgettable journey through India. Should you wish to explore other parts of this beautiful country, we would be more than happy to assist! Warm regards, My Tour Adviser
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  • Anonymous5.0•December 2024
    Good senthilkumaar Driver
    Traveled in December 2024
  • Abhay
    Abhay5.0•July 2024
    An Amazing Experience
    Traveled in April 2024
  • Bhanu
    Bhanu5.0•July 2024
    Wonderful experience
    Traveled in April 2024
  • Anmol
    Anmol5.0•July 2024
    An enjoyable experience
    Traveled in April 2024
  • Yash
    Yash5.0•July 2024
    A Magical Experience
    Traveled in April 2024

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