Path to Peace: Bhutan Retreat Tour – Copy
This Bhutan itinerary offers a well-balanced introduction to the country's beauty, culture, and tranquility over six nights. Starting and ending in Phuentsholing, a bustling border town, travelers can ease into Bhutan with a glimpse of local commerce and lifestyle. After an overnight stay, the journey continues to Thimphu, Bhutan’s charming capital, for a two-night stay. Here, visitors can explore key cultural and historical sites such as the Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, and Tashichho Dzong, while also experiencing the city’s peaceful pace and traditional Bhutanese architecture. From Thimphu, the trip moves on to Paro for another two nights, offering a deeper spiritual and scenic experience. Highlights in Paro include the iconic Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), Rinpung Dzong, and the serene Paro Valley, all surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan views. The final night brings travelers back to Phuentsholing, allowing time to rest before departure and reflect on the journey. This route provides a seamless blend of cultural exploration, natural beauty, and spiritual insight, perfect for first-time visitors to Bhutan.
Trip Highlights
- Paro Airport – Thimphu
- Thimphu Sightseeing
- Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue Sightseeing
- Paro Sightseeing
- Paro Sightseeing - Excursion to Chele-La-Pass
- Paro Airport
(Distance: 65 kms. / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2248 mts.)
Meet and Greet on arrival at Paro Airport and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. In an evening visit Tashichhoe Dzong, ( Outer View ) and explore the Thimphu town by walk. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
After breakfast visit outer view Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) , Hindu Tempel ,Outer view of National Memorial Chorten (Monument) and Wagdi tse Lhakhanag ( short hike of 40 mins ) . Afternoon visit Nunnery , BBS Tower , National Library , Centenary Farmer Market ( Handicraft product and Local product can be Found here . Craft Bazar for shopping can be seen here. Overnight stay at Thimphu
(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1200 mts.)
After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, on the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.), during clear days you will get a chance to see Himalayan mountain ranges of Bhutan. After noon visit Punakha Dzong ( entry fee 1000 ) built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. For many years until the time of the second king, it served as the seat of the Government. The Dzong was named Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of monastic body. After that take a short hike to visit the Khamsum yulley Namgyal Chorten - The Temple, also known as replica of National Memorial chorten was built by HM The queen Mother Ashi Tshering Yangdon ( short hike of uphill 30 mins ) and on way back vist Suspension bridge , Evening free for leisure. Over night stay at Punakha .
After breakfast drive to Paro and on the way visit near river side and drive Bonday Zangthophelri , Airport View , Ta Dzong – National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangka. RinpungDzong ( outer view ) - Meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels" Evening Leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.
(Distance: 35 kms. One way / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Chele-La-Pass: 3988mts.)
After breakfast excursion trip to Chele-La-Pass – the highest motorable road in Bhutan. Enjoy the scenic beauty and memorable landscapes from Chele-La-Pass. Back to Paro. And Evening Try Bhutanese Traditional Dress and Shopping at Town. Overnight stay at Paro OR Paro Sightseeing After breakfast visit Taktsang Monastery - called “Tiger's Nest” and later if time permits visit Drukgyel Dzong. Overnight stay will be at Paro.
After breakfast check out from hotel and drop at Paro Airport for departure