Thimphu Retreat
5
Days
4
Nights
Overview
- Embark on a captivating journey through Bhutan’s cultural heartlands—Thimphu, Paro, and Punakha. Begin in Thimphu, where tradition meets modernity with landmarks like Tashichho Dzong and Memorial Chorten. In Paro, visit ancient temples and the iconic cliffside Taktsang Monastery. Conclude in Punakha, exploring the grand Punakha Dzong amid scenic landscapes.
Trip Highlights
- Arrival at thimphu
- Thimphu - Punakha - Thimphu
- Thimphu Local
- Thimphu - Paro - Thimphu
- Departure from Thimphu
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival at thimphu
Meet & Greet on arrival at Paro Airport and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or take a leisure walk around the Thimphu City. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Day 2 :
Thimphu - Punakha - Thimphu
After breakfast, drive to Punakha, stopping at Dochula Pass (3,150 m) to enjoy panoramic Himalayan views and the 108 Druk Wangyel Chortens adorned with colorful prayer flags. En route, relish the scenic beauty and winding roads. In Punakha, visit Chhimi Lhakhang, the Temple of Fertility, and the majestic Punakha Dzong, Bhutan’s former seat of government. If time allows, see one of Bhutan’s longest suspension bridges. In the evening, return to Thimphu for an overnight stay.
Thimphu to Punakha (85km/ 2.5hr)
Day 3 :
Thimphu Local
After breakfast, visit Kuenselphodrang to see the giant Buddha Dordenma and enjoy views of Thimphu Valley. Explore the National Memorial Chorten, Folk Heritage Museum, and Sangaygang View Point. Stop by the Takin Preserve Centre and Changangkha Lhakhang. In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong, Bhutan’s government and monastic headquarters.
Day 4 :
Thimphu - Paro - Thimphu
After breakfast, drive to Paro and visit Ta Dzong, now the National Museum, followed by Rinpung Dzong, Paro’s administrative center. Explore Paro town, then visit Kyichhu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples. Continue to the historic Drukgyel Dzong ruins, with photo stops at Tiger’s Nest viewpoint and Paro Airport Viewpoint.
Thimphu to Paro (52km/1hr 30mins)
Day 5 :
Departure from Thimphu
After breakfast check-out from hotel and take the departure transfers to Paro Airport for your onward journey with beautiful memories.
