This is the most popular  trek in Bhutan. Bhutan Dur Hot Spring trek is the old expedition route to Mt. Gangkhar Puensum. Musk deer, herds of blue sheep and Himalayan bear may be seen enroute. This trek also offers great views of Mountain ranges and relaxation at the Dur tsachu or hotsprings is an ever enchanting experience. You also see villages of Dur.

Trip Itinerary Highlights
  • Day 01 Arrival in Paro – Drive to Thimphu
  • Day 02 Thimphu – Punakha- Sightseeing
  • Day 03 Punakha – Paro
  • Day 04 Paro Sightseeing
  • Day 05 Departure from Paro
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Trip itinerary

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. Later visit Simtokha Dzong, one of the oldest Dzong in Bhutan and then visit Local craft market. 

We will visit Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) a place for refreshing with a huge statue of Buddha on the top of the Kuensel Phodrang, National Memorial Chorten (Monument) & Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon visit Sangaygang View, Takin Preserve Centre, the national animal of Bhutan can be seen here. In the evening visit Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion) Overnight stay at Thimphu.

After breakfast drive to Punakha (4298 ft.)/ Wangdue, on the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.). To view the higher Himalayas. Arrival at Punakha check in at hotel. After noon visit Punakha Dzong - 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 Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo and King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck convened the first National Assembly here in 1952.  After that take a short and easy hike to visit the Chhimi Lhakhang - The Temple, also known as “The Temple of Fertility” was built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, “The Devine Mad Man”. Evening free for leisure. 
Overnight in Punakha.

Begin your day in the hotel's charming atmosphere with a sincere breakfast. You are going to drive to Paro and visit a beautiful Chorten today. You will be picked up by your tour guide at the hotel and driven to Khamsum Yalley Namgyal Chorten. It takes a little stroll through a crop field to get to the chorten. Paddy or mustard crops cover the fields depending on the season. Once you arrive, the setting offers an enthralling vista. With a view of the Mo Chuu River, this chorten is perched on a hill. Once you've finished your exploration, get back to your car and begin the trip to Paro. About 130 kilometers separate Khamsum Chorten from Paro, and it takes about 4 hours to go that distance.

 

Visit Rinpung Dzong to view some of the best examples of traditional Bhutanese art as well as other notable forms. The first landmark you notice when you arrive in Bhutan is the Paro Dzong, as it is also called. The Ta Dzong (National Museum) is the next destination. The edifice has a distinctive design, and inside is a magnificent collection of over 3000 centuries-old Bhutanese artworks. Bhutan's artistic heritage may teach one about its past. You will visit Kyichu Lhakhang to conclude your journey for the day. It's one of the most well-known temples in Bhutan. In all of Bhutan, it is regarded as one of the most exquisite and ancient temples. Older individuals are seen doing a ritualistic walk around the shrine. There are a few visible mountains in addition to the beautiful, green valley that can be seen from this serene location.

Drive to your hotel after the tour and end of the day. Savor the most exquisite and cozy setting in addition to the hotel's outstanding service.

Overnight in Paro.

After breakfast excursion to Taktshang Monastery or Tiger’s Nest (approx. 5 hours walk):  It is one of the most famous of Bhutan’s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called ‘Tiger’s Nest’. This site has been recognised as a most sacred place and visited by ShabdrungNgawangNamgyal in 1646 and now visited by all Bhutanese at least once in their lifetime. On 19 April, 1998, a fire severely damaged the main structure of building but now this Bhutanese jewel has been restored to its original splendour.

Afternoon drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Chomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory from the approach road to the Dzong.

Overnight in Paro

After early breakfast at the hotel, drive to the airport for flight to your onward destination. Our representative will help you with exit formalities and then bid you farewell.

 

 

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