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Bhutan Highlights Tour - 7 Nights 8 Days of Culture & Adventure
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192 hours
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Embark on our enchanting 7 Nights 8 Days Bhutan Highlights Tour, immersing in rich culture and breathtaking landscapes. From Paro's vibrant hues to Thimphu's charming streets, explore Punakha's lush valleys and Gangtey's serene glacial expanse. Discover Trongsa's historical significance before retracing to Paro, with a detour to Haa Valley. Culminate your journey with a visit to the awe-inspiring Taktsang Monastery, known as the Tiger's Nest. Experience Bhutan's culture, religion, and history in one unforgettable expedition.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All tourists must obtain a visa clearance before traveling to Bhutan. We process visas once you book the trip. We only need passport copy and flight details to obtain a visa and you can send the passport copy by email.
You must book a trip at least two weeks before you visit Bhutan.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Route Permit and monuments entrance fees
Sightseeing as per itinerary
3-star accommodation on twin sharing
Sustainable development fee USD 100 per person per night
Government SDF, surcharges, all taxes etc.
Bhutan visa fee – including all necessary processing
All land transportation by private vehicle
Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle.
A licensed Private Bhutanese tour guide
Airfare & Travel Insurance
Expenses of personal nature, Tips to guides and drivers
Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.
What To Expect
Arrival in Paro (2250m) and transfer to Thimphu (2350m) and sightseeing
Accommodations
Overnight in Hotel
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Aura Trails - Travel & Adventure
Welcome to Bhutan with Aura Trails - Luxury Travel & Adventure! Pick up from airport and transfer to Thimphu. Sightseeing in the afternoon
Thimphu
Stay overnight in Thimphu
Thimphu sightseeing to Punakha (1310m)
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Thimphu District
After breakfast visit National Memorial Chorten Institute of Traditional Medicine, Folk heritage Museum, Textile Museum, Takin Zoo and Buddha Point. Later drive towards Punakha for about 1 and half hour passing across Dochula Pass (3,050m). Overnight at Hotel.
Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)
The Memorial Stupa, Thimphu, also known as the Thimphu Chorten, is a stupa (Dzongkha chöten, cheten) in Thimphu, Bhutan, located on Doeboom Lam in the southern-central part of the city near the main roundabout and Indian military hospital. The stupa, built in 1974 to honor the third Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928–1972), is a prominent landmark in the city with its golden spires and bells. In 2008, it underwent extensive renovation. It is popularly known as "the most visible religious landmark in Bhutan". It was consecrated by Dudjom Jigdral Yeshe Dorje.
Thimphu’s Weekend Market
Visit weekend market, if the tour is in weekend.
Dochula Pass
Stop at Dochula Pass on the way from Thimphu to Punakha
Buddha Dordenma
Visit Buddha Point
Motithang Takin Preserve
Visit Takin Preserve
Centenary Farmers Market
Centenary Farmers Market in Thimphu is best for local fresh farm products.
National Folk Heritage Museum
Folk Heritage Museum highlights the culture and traditions of Bhutan.
Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)
Tashichoe Dzong is a Buddhist monastery and fortress in Thimphu.
Chimi Lhakhang Temple
Chimi Lhakhang is the temple dedicated to Drukpa Kunley and also known as the 'fertility temple'.
Punakha sightseeing and travel to Gangtey (2320m)
Accommodations
Overnight in Hotel.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Punakha
After breakfast visit Punakha Dzong, visit to Punakha Suspension Bridge and drive to Gangtey via Wangdue. Drive up a winding mountain road through oak and rhododendron forest, over a high pass down into the Phobjikha Valley. Phobjikha is one of Bhutan’s few glacial valleys, and chosen winter home of black-necked cranes, migrating from the Tibetan plateau. Visit Gangtey Monastery. Later, drive for an hour through the jungle before emerging to the valley floor. Overnight at Hotel.
Punakha Dzong
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungthang Dewa chhenbi Phodrang (meaning "the palace of great happiness or bliss", is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Constructed by Ngawang Namgyal, 1st Zhabdrung Rinpoche, in 1637–38, it is the second oldest and second largest dzong in Bhutan and one of its most majestic structures. The dzong houses the sacred relics of the southern Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, including the Rangjung Kharsapani and the sacred remains of Ngawang Namgyal and the tertön Pema Lingpa.
Punakha Suspension Bridge
A short hike to Punakha Suspension Bridge.
Wangdue
Drive to Gangtey via Wangdue
Gangtey
A scenic drive to Gangtey valley
Phobjikha Valley
A beautiful valley also known as winter home of black-necked cranes.
Gangtey Monastery
Short visit to Gangtey Monastery
Gangtey sightseeing and travel to Trongsa(2200m)
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Trongsa
Drive to the Pele la Pass and enter the traditional eastern region. Then the road gradually drops passing through Kgebji village, Sephu village, Chendebji village followed by large Chendebji Chorten. Now the road passes through farms, villages and reaches the Trongsa Dzong. Visit Trongsa Dzong which is the largest and most impressive Dzong in Bhutan built in 1644 by the Shabdrung. Overnight at Hotel.
Trongsa District
Visit Trongsa Dzong
Tongsa Dzong
Trongsa Dzong is the largest dzong fortress in Bhutan
Trongsa sightseeing and travel to Wangdue (1310m)
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Wangdue Phodrang District
Early in the morning after breakfast, drive for about 6 hours re-tracing the same route back to Trongsa. Overnight at Hotel.
Wangdue to Haa Valley(3050m) and return to Paro (2250m)
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Haa Valley
After breakfast, drive over Chele La Pass (3899m) and then continue the drive towards Haa. Visit Wangchuckli Dzong, Lhakhang Nakpo (Black temple), and Lhakhang Karpo in Haa. Afterwards, drive back to Paro. Overnight at Hotel.
Chele La Pass
Drive to Haa Valley via Chele La Pass
Haa District
A visit to Haa Valley.
Paro – Hike to Taktsang Monastery, and sightseeing
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro Taktsang
Early in the morning after breakfast drive towards the base camp of Taktsang and then commence the hike up to the Taktsang Monastery-Tiger’s Nest. Afterwards, hike back to the road point then drive to Kyichu Lakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan. Also visit Rinpung Dzong. Later drive back to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Visit Kyichu Lakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan
Paro Taktsang
Tasktsang Monastery also knonw as 'Tiger's Nest' is the prime attraction of Bhutan.
Paro Taktsang
Hike to Paro Taktsang monastery.
After breakfast, drive to airport and fly to your onward journey
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Paro
Your 7 Nights Bhutan Tour end today, after breakfast, drive towards the Paro international airport, board the flight and bid farewell to remote and legendary Dragon Kingdom.
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7Nights Bhutan Highlights Tour
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Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best time in Bhutan
A1908NBhamzaa,
Jul 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time in Bhutan! Thank you Bharat for arranging everything for us. Bharat did all the logistics arrangements and everything went very smoothly. The guide and driver are friendly and knowledgeable about all the Bhutanese history, culture and geography. If you are going Bhutan, go with these guys. They are the best. Best time in Bhutan
Wonderful trip
U4525WInadeema,
Jun 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you Karma for arranging such a wonderful trip for us in your beautiful country. Everything was perfectly organized and we are very happy with all arrangements. We are definitely coming back to do the longer trek anytime soon. Highly Recommended.
Wonderful tour in Bhutan
maktoomalbalushi1990,
Jun 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you Karma for arranging wonderful tour in Bhutan. We spend a week in this beautiful country and enjoyed a lot. Our guide and driver were very lovely. They know everything about Bhutan. The accommodation they arranged was perfect choice and location. The Bhutanese meals was very good too. Our highlights of the Bhutan tour was Hiking to Taktsang Monastery and Dochula Pass.
Best time in Bhutan!
sk492mrp,
Jun 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spend a week in Bhutan with Happiness Holidays and it was amazing. The guide was very friendly, informative and know about each and everything about Bhutanese cultures, history, geography etc. The transportation was in very good condition and driver was very friendly too. The accommodation & meals are very good as we love spicy food. Visiting Dochula pass, Punakha Dzong and Hike to Taktsang monastery was highlights of our trip. Highly highly recommended trip for anyone who wish to explore Bhutan in a week.
Bhutan - Unforgettable Journey 2023
michaeljW2553KA,
May 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our trip to Bhutan was truly unforgettable. Although we had originally planned to travel in 2020, we had to postpone due to Covid. But finally, in 2023, we were able to embark on our much-awaited journey, and it was well worth the wait. We were lucky enough to have Sonam as our guide for the week, and he made sure that we are enjoying our time in Bhutan. The hotels we stay were not only comfortable but also had stunning views of the valleys. The meals were also a highlight of our trip - we were introduced to the local cuisine and it was an absolute delight to our taste buds. The hike to Taktsang Monastery, also known as the Tiger's Nest, was undoubtedly the highlight of our trip. It was a challenging but rewarding experience to trek through the mountains and arrive at the iconic monastery. The view from the top was breathtaking and it was an experience that we will never forget. I want to give a special thanks to Bharat for arranging such a fantastic trip for us. His attention to detail and knowledge of the area was evident throughout our journey. We felt safe and comfortable at all times and we truly appreciate everything he did for us. We highly recommend this beautiful country and would definitely travel with Bharat and his team again.
Best tour company in Bhutan
B9455AHmikea,
Dec 19, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time in Bhutan with Happiness Drukyul Holiday! Probably, it is one of the best trips we ever had. We booked this tour for 2020, but due to the pandemic, we were not able to travel, and finally, our small group tour to Bhutan happened in 2022. 5 Days Bhutan tour started from Paro. We visited Thimpu and Punakha, and the highlight of the Bhutan tour was the hike to the Taktsang Monastery. Our guide Karma and driver Sonam were very friendly, and polite and they have lots of information about Bhutanese culture, history, geography as well as, and Buddhism. If you are planning to visit Bhutan, just go with these people, they are awesome! Highly recommended!!
Short Bhutan Tour
sarahmN3027PT,
Nov 18, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spend 2 Nights in Bhutan as we found the cost is very expensive. But the experience is once in a lifetime! The Sightseeing tour of Thimphu was very good. The hike to Taktsang Monastery is one of the best things we have done. The guide Pema and driver, both were great! We walked very slow, but guide wait for us and whenever we have some questions, he always answers very easily. As we are here for very short time, we found 2 nights is not enough to see the main highlights and at least should spend 4 nights. We saw some pictures online and we thought we will see those sites, but it is not in our itinerary! It is our fault as we did not research. Anyway, you are highly requested to book with them for the great experience.
Best of Bhutan Tour
leeedzz,
Nov 17, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time in Bhutan during Happiness Drukyul Holiday. We had an excellent tour guide named karma who knows everything about Bhutanese culture, history, and geography. The transportation is excellent, and the hotels were perfect. This is a highly recommended tour.
Best Holiday in the Himalayas!
suzu2009,
Jan 12, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked 8 days holiday with Happiness Drukyul Holiday and the entire tour package was well planned with visits to Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey and Bumthang. The agency is professional on handling my tour and so is the guide who is friendly with great know of Bhutan’s culture and traditions. Next time for sure I am returning back for trek to explore more the remote Bhutan and it’s higher locations and use this company again.
Great one week in Bhutan
elenarussian,
Jan 11, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with Happiness Drukyul Holiday. It was all organized very well. THANK YOU very much belongs to our guide Sonam, who took very good care of us. Nice drive through very reasonable price! Highly recommended!!
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