Day 1: Arrival in Paro – Thimphu
Arrive at Paro International Airport with your guide from Imperial Lotus Tours and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Visit the National Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma statue and Tashichho Dzong. Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 2: Thimphu sightseeing
Visit the Folk Heritage Museum, Textile Museum, and the Institute for Zorig Chusum (Arts and Crafts School). Take a short hike to the Tango Monastery, a Buddhist monastery built in the 13th century. Visit the Takin Preserve, where you can see Bhutan’s national animal, the takin. Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 3: Thimphu – Punakha
Drive to Punakha, the ancient capital of Bhutan. Stop at Dochula Pass (3,100 meters) for a stunning view of the Himalayan mountains. Visit Punakha Dzong, a fortress-monastery built in the 17th century. Hike to Chimi Lhakhang, a temple dedicated to the divine madman, Drukpa Kunley. Overnight in Punakha.
Day 4: Punakha – Paro
Drive back to Paro. Visit Rinpung Dzong, a 17th-century fortress-monastery overlooking the Paro Valley. Take a short hike to the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang Monastery), a sacred Buddhist site located on a cliff at an altitude of 3,120 meters. Overnight in Paro.
Day 5: Departure from Paro
Departure from Paro International Airport.
Imperial Lotus Tours offers a range of value-added options to enhance your travel experience in Bhutan.
1. Cultural Immersion:
Imperial Lotus Tours offers a range of cultural immersion experiences, including;
1. Traditional Bhutanese cooking classes.
2. Archery lessons.
3. Dance performances.
These activities provide a deeper understanding of Bhutanese culture and traditions, and are a great way to connect with the local people.
2. Wellness Activities:
Bhutan is known for its focus on wellness and mindfulness, and Imperial Lotus Tours offers a range of wellness activities to help you relax and rejuvenate. These include;
1. Yoga and meditation sessions.
2. Traditional hot stone baths.
3.spa treatments.
3. Adventure Activities:
Bhutan is a great destination for adventure activities, and Imperial Lotus Tours offers a range of options, including;
1. Trekking.
2. Mountain biking.
3. White-water rafting.
These activities provide an opportunity to explore Bhutan’s stunning natural beauty and challenge yourself physically.
4. Customized Itineraries:
Imperial Lotus Tours can customize your itinerary to suit your interests and preferences. Whether you want to focus on cultural experiences, wellness activities, adventure activities, or a combination of all three, Imperial Lotus Tours can create a personalized itinerary that meets your needs.
