General Information
Tour Route: Paro – Thimphu – Punakha – Paro
Duration: 7 Days/6Nights
Guides: Bhutan Local Guide (English speaking guide, other languages depends on your request)
Transportation: Private first-class air-conditioned vehicles
Accommodation: Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Paro Arrival – Phuentsholing
Day 2: Phuentsholing – Thimphu
Day 3: Thimphu Sightseeing
Day 4: Thimphu – Punakha via Dochu La Pass
Day 5: Punakha – Paro Sightseeing
Day 6: Paro – Phuentsholing
Day 7: Phuentsholing – NJP / Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Paro Arrival – Phuentsholing
First of all, congratulate you on your newly married life. Your Bhutan honeymoon package begins with your arrival at Paro International Airport. Meet and greet our guide, who will assist in your transfer to the gateway city of Bhutan – Phuentsholing (5 hours of traveling). A beautiful drive through exotic tea gardens and dense forest of Dooars will make you fall in love with this kingdom. Overnight in Phuentsholing
Day 2: Phuentsholing – Thimphu
After breakfast, transfer to Thimphu – the capital city of Bhutan. Upon arrival, check-in the hotel and take time to recover from the long transportation. Later, enjoy a delicious dinner and overnight in the hotel in Thimphu.
Day 3: Thimphu Sightseeing
Begin the day with a gorgeous breakfast then head out on a treasure hunt to get a glimpse into the cultural and natural wealth of Bhutan capital. First, visit Motithang Takin Preserve, named after the national animal of Bhutan, the Takin.
Next, travel to Tashichhodzong, the seat of the government. This ancient building showcases traditional Bhutanese architecture. From here, transfer to BBS Tower to capture the best photography opportunity to take photos to the commands panoramic vistas of the Thimphu city.
Continue to Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park, home to one of the largest statues of Shakyamuni in the world – Buddha Dordenma. Then you will also explore the Folk Heritage Museum, housed in a 3-story building and exhibits a vast collection of old tools and household items used by the locals. Fulfill your day with a scrumptious evening meal and good night’s sleep at the hotel.
Day 4: Thimphu – Punakha via Dochu La Pass
After a delectable breakfast, check-out from the hotel and we leave Thimphu to transfer to Punakha. Punakha is known for the historical Punakha Dzong (or the Happiness Palace) – one of the oldest and largest dzongs in Bhutan. It is also the erstwhile seat of the government. It has been gone through the ups and downs of the time that see numerous significant events in the history of Bhutan such as the wedding of Bhutan’s king, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, and the first national assembly.
Today highlight your drive with a stop at the Dochu La Pass to behold the mesmerizing vistas of the Himalayan Kingdom. The pass is also known for the 108 Buddhist shrines built here by the Queen Mother, Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck. Next up, we also take you to Chimi Lhakhang, built by Ngawang Choegyel, the 14th Drukpa head, in reverence to Drukpa Kunley. The unconventional Drukpa Kunley was known for his unusual way of life; hence, was often referred to as The Saint of 5000 Women. End of the day, relish a delectable dinner at the hotel and then rest in your cozy room.
Day 5: Punakha – Paro Sightseeing
After enjoying an appetizing meal in the morning, check-out from the hotel and we transfer to Paro. You will pass through the realm of a peaceful river with towering hills and monasteries, the Paro Valley welcomes you again with all its heart. You will sightsee at some of the most popular points of interest here.
During the day, you will spend moments of peace at the 7th-century Kyichu Lhakhang. Regarded by folklore, it is one of the 108 Buddhist temples, built by the Tibetan king, Songtsen Gampo, to defeat a demoness, which created obstacles in the spreading of Buddhism in the region.
Proceed to Ta Dzong – home to the National Museum of Bhutan. This place will bring you a step closer to the culture and people of the kingdom. Fascinatingly, observe some of the artifacts housed in the museum date back to 4000 BC! Also, we explore the Drukgyel Dzong! What is an archaeological site today used to be a significant defense base until a few decades ago! Dating back to 1649, the building was abandoned in 1951 after a fire left it in ruins.
Next up, get into your private transport and reach the entry point of “Paro Taktsang” well known as Tiger’s Nest Monastery. The Taksang Monastery is the most famous of Bhutanese monasteries. Legend said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at the monastery. Perched dramatically on the edge of a 1200m cliff, this monastery is an impressive sight and the unofficial symbol of Bhutan. The up-hill hike would take around 2 hours. You could also choose to ride a horse from the parking lot to the monastery. If the full hike sounds a bit tough, you can hike for 1 hour to the cafeteria – a wooden tea-house restaurant which offers a good view of the monastery. When you are done exploring these amazing places, move to the hotel, and sleep after a hearty dinner.
Day 6: Paro – Phuentsholing
Today after the Breakfast drive back to Phuentsholing, which will take around 7 hours. Evening free to walk around the beautiful city.
Day 7: Phuentsholing – NJP / Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport
Today, enjoy your time at leisure until the driver comes to transfer you to the airport for an international flight. We hope you enjoyed this 7 days/ 6 nights Bhutan honeymoon package.
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