3 Nights 4 Days Bhutan Cultural Wonder

Arrive Paro. After immigration formalities, you will be received by our representative who will be your tour guide throughout your tour and travel to Thimphu which will take you through Chunzom (confluence of Pachu- the river flowing through Paro valley & Wangchu –the river flowing through Thimphu valley). On the way, enjoy walking over a suspension bridge to view 15^th century iron chain bridge suspended over the Pa chu .

After crossing Chunzom, the drive will take you along the Wangchu upto Thimphu city.

After lunch at Thimphu visit the following:

After lunch visit the following:

Buddha Point /Kuenselphodrang: This massive Buddha statue is 51.5 meters in height and it is one of the largest statues of Buddha in the world. The statue is made of bronze and is gilded in gold. The throne that the Buddha Dordenma sits upon is a large meditation hall.The Buddha Dordenma is located atop a hill in Kuenselphodrang Nature Park and overlooks the Southern entrance to Thimphu Valley. The statue fulfills an ancient prophecy dating back to the 8^th century A.D that was discovered by Terton Pema Lingpa (Religious Treasure Discoverer) and is said to emanate an aura of peace and happiness to the entire world.
School of Traditional Painting of Arts and Crafts where students undertake a six-year course on the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan.
Centenary Farmers’ Market (open from Thu-Sun only): Most of the Thimphu’s population and many valley dwellers converge on the bustling weekend market, held by the side of Wangchu River. A wide range of foodstuffs and local arts and crafts are sold at the market. A visit to the market provides great photo opportunities, as well as the chance to mingle with local people.
Archery Match (National Sport of Bhutan) at Changlimithang National Stadium. Normally you will spot Bhutanese men playing archery game during weekends or public holidays. Good opportunity to interact with local people.
Explore Thimphu city on your own
Tashichhodzong, “the fortress of the glorious religion”. This is the center of government and religion, site of the monarch’s throne room and seat of the Je Khenpo or Chief Abbot. Built in 1641 by the political and religious unifier of Bhutan, Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it was reconstructed in the 1960s in traditional Bhutanese manner, without nails or architectural plans. Yet another place for photographer’s delight.

Dinner and overnight at hotel in Thimphu.

Day 2: Thimphu-Punakha Sightseeing-Thimphu,overnight at Thimphu

Thimphu –Punakha :Distance: 71 km, estimated driving time: 2 hr one way

Altitude at Dochula:3140m

Altitude at Punakha:1300m

After breakfast travel to Punakha via Dochula pass. Driving for about 35 minutes you will reach Dochula Pass (3,088m). In the clear spring sky, you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayan Mountain ranges.After a refreshment at Dochula Pass Cafeteria, you will visit Druk Wangyal Lhakhang (monastery) which was built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck ( the Queen Mother of Bhutan).

On arrival at Punakha ,take a short walk through paddy fields for about 20 minutes to visit the Devine Madman’s Monastery-Chhimi Lhakhang, famously known for its fertility shrine, where one can receive a special fertility blessing.

You may enjoy traditional Bhutanese lunch at a farmhouse in Sopsokha village.Sopsokha village is the tiny village located in the midst of paddy field near Lobesa village. It is believed that Lam Drukpa Kinley- the famous divine madman-was followed by demoness till Sopsokha village. It is here that he subdued the evil spirits and used his phallus as a medium to subdue and discipline the malevolent Spirits. And to celebrate the victory, on the exact spot Chimi Lhakhang (fertility temple) was constructed later on by Lama Ngawang Chogyal (Devine madman’s elder brother).This is the reason why you may see the phallus paintings and phallus symbols being hung at almost all the houses in Sopsokha Village.

After lunch walk over traditional canteliver bridge to visit the Punakha Dzong, located on the island of the Pho - Chu (male river) and the Mochu (female river).

Then walk for about 15 minutes to one of the longest suspension bridgein Bhutan spanning 350 m and perched high above the very swift Pho chu (male river). Draped with prayer flags ,the bridge connects the town of Punakha and Punakha Dzong.This bridge is mainly used by locals from Mendagang and Lungkha villages which located on the other side of the river as a shortcut to Punakha Dzong.

From here walk to Lungkha village. Village life here in Lungkha is still medieval and farmers are always happy to see visitors. Experience the joy and simplicity of farming life. You may take a short leisure walk through paddy fields to chit chat with villagers and you visit some random farmhouses and have tea snacks and also get insights into typical Bhutanese way of life of people of Punakha valley.

After refreshment in the evening travel to Thimphu through Dochula pass.

Dinner and Overnight at the same hotel in Thimphu.

Day 3: Thimphu-Paro & Hike to Taktsang Goempa ( Tiger's Nest Monastery) & Farmhouse visit with Traditional Hotstone Bath,overnight at Paro

Distance: 54 km and driving time: 1 hour

After breakfast, drive to Paro and drive further for about 20 minutes to the base of Taktsang Monastery and then hike up to Taktsang Monastery, also known as ‘Tiger’s Nest’. The walk up to the viewpoint will take about 1 – 1 ½ hrs depending on your fitness and from View Point you will enjoy a spectacular view of the monastery clinging to the side of the cliff. Stop for refreshment at the View Point Cafeteria. Take photos with great view of Taktsang behind you.

Then walk further up to the monastery which will take about 1 hour. After visiting the monastery, walk downhill back to the road on the way stop for lunch at the view point cafeteria and then walk further downhill to the road point.

Then visit to a farmhouse offers a good glimpse into the lifestyle of a farmer. You can have traditional Bhutanese lunch and also you can try your hand at archery game using traditional bow and arrow made out of bamboo.

In the evening relax in the Traditional Bhutanese Hotstone bath at a farmhouse in Paro valley.

Tradtional Bhutanese Hotstone bath: A traditional Bhutan hot stone bath uses river rocks that therapists place in water where they crack and steam, releasing key minerals and relieving deep-set aches.

You will also see around inside of the traditional Bhutanese house. You will enjoy traditional Bhutanese dinner with the family members of the house.

Overnight at a hotel in Paro.

Day 4: Fly Out

After breakfast, your tour guide from Access Bhutan Tours will escort you to the Paro airport for your flight to your flight to your onward destinations.

Bhutan Travel Package Cost for the 3 Night 4 Day Bhutan Cultural Wonder Tour

Travel Time	1 pax	2 -3pax	4 pax & above
Low Season:Dec,Jan, Feb,Jul & Aug	USD940/person	USD760/person	USD730/person
Regular Season:Mar,April,May,Jun ,Sept,Oct & Nov	USD970/person	USD790/person	USD760/person

The above Bhutan tour package prices includes the following:

Twin /double sharing hotel rooms at premium 3 star hotels
All meals ( breakfast, lunch, dinner & light refreshments) at 3 star hotels
English speaking tour guide service
All transfers and excursions by private vehicles
Mineral drinking water
Tourist Tax (SDF) of USD100/person/night (must be paid in advance with tour cost)
Visa fee USD40 per person
Entrance fees to Museums & Monuments

The above tour prices do not include the following:

Single room supplement of USD 40/room/night (optional)
Airfares
Accommodations and meals at luxury hotel accommodations and meals -4 star and 5 star (optional)
Other personal expenses like overseas calls, laundry,etc

Complimentary Services:

Traditional Bhutanese dress for free renting to wear for a day or so ( if interested)
We provide facility to try out Archery using Bhutanese traditional bow and arrows (made out of bamboo) at a farmhouse ( if interested)
Traditional Hot stone bath one session at a farmhouse after your hike to Tiger's Nest monastery

***Thank you & Tashi Delek***

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