7 Days Bhutan Tour

Duration: 7 Days
  • Destination: Bhutan
  • Trip Difficulty: Medium
  • Trip Style: Tour
  • Food: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner(BLD)
  • Accommodation: 4-5 Star Hotels
  • Group Size: 1-14, private or group tours available
  • Max Elevation: 3,120m (Tiger’s Nest)
  • Route: Paro - Thimphu – Punakha – Khotokha – Thimphu – Paro
  • Best Season: March to May. September to November

This short tour of Bhutan includes the most popular spots out of the many mesmerizing places to see in Bhutan. The Trekkers’ Society has designed an impactful 7-day tour program in Bhutan starting from Paro.

Bhutan saunters towards modernization, while fiercely protecting its ancient culture and its deeply rooted Buddhist way of life. This 7-day tour will take you to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan, Punakha, the former capital city of Bhutan, and Khotokha, home of the most sacred and important monasteries in the country. You will also explore the picturesque Paro valley, home of Bhutan’s oldest temples and monasteries where you will discover hundreds of myths and legends.

Highlights

  • Explore historical fortress sites in Paro.
  • Discover ancient Buddhist manuscripts in the National Library.
  • Immerse in breathtaking views.
  • Relax in the picturesque landscapes.
  • Hike to “Tiger’s Nest”.
  • Uncover Bhutanese culture.

Outline Itinerary

OPEN Detail Itinerary
  • Day 1Arrive in Bhutan:
  • Day 2Paro sightseeing tour then drive to Thimpu:
  • Day 3Thimphu:
  • Day 4Drive to Punakha/Wangdiphodrang (77 km):
  • Day 5DriveKhotokha then return to Thimpu:
  • Day 6Thimphu toParo, Tiger’s Nest:
  • Day 7Departure:
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Useful Information

Tradition & Culture

People from Bhutan are generally categorized in three main ethnic groups: the Tshanglas, Ngalops and the Lhotshampas. Bhutanese society is free of class or a caste system and slavery was abolished by the Third King JigmeDorjiWangchuck in the early 1950s through a royal edict.

Bhutan is a Buddhist country and people often refer to it as the last stronghold of Vajrayana Buddhism. The Bhutanese constitution guarantees freedom of religion and citizens and visitors are free to practice any form of worship so long as it does not impinge on the rights of others. Christianity, Hinduism and Islam are also present in the country.

The Bhutanese are a fun-loving people fond of song and dance, friendly contests of archery, stone pitching, traditional darts, basketball and football. People from Bhutan are a social community that enjoys weddings, religious holidays and other events as the perfect opportunities to gather with friends and family.

Accommodation during this trip

On this Glimpse of Bhutan Tour, The Trekkers’ Society offers you 3 star standard hotel; however there are luxury 4/5 star accommodation available which can be arranged at a surcharge.

Transport

Flight to Bhutan: The flight is not included in the tour price, however we can assist you in finding the best flight options and the package price will be including the flight.

Transport during the trip: We at Trekkers' Society provide private vehicles for the airport transfers and all sightseeing tours in Bhutan.

Best Season to visit Bhutan

Bhutan is all-year-round destination, yet spring/summer (March-June) and autumn (September-November) may be more desirable travel times for this tour. Read more about when to travel to Bhutan (link).

Visa & Travel Permit information

A visa is to be obtained prior to arrival in Bhutan for all foreigners, except for SAARC countries. Please see Bhutan Travel Information. (LINK).