3 Night 4 day Glimpse of Bhutan Tour

Fly into Paro by Drukair flight ( Royal Bhutan Airline) or Bhutan Airlines . After immigration and customs formalities, you will be received by the representative of Access Bhutan Tours & Treks and after refreshment visit Paro town and market where you may visit local shops and have free interaction with local people.

After lunch visit Paro Rinpung Dzong (fortress), built in 1645 to defend the valley against Tibetan invaders. The Dzong is now being used as an administration center and school for monks. From the Dzong you will walk down to Rimpung Bridge (Traditonal Cantilever Bridge), oldest bridge in Bhutan.

Then drive to Thimphu and visit Tashichhoe Dzong- a fortress of the glorious religion. It was built in 1641 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel and was reconstructed into present structure by the late King, His majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck in the year 1962-1969.It houses the secretariat building, the throne room and the office of the king, and the central monk body.

Overnight at a hotel in Thimphu.

Day 02: Thimphu Sightseeing, Overrnight at Thimphu

After breakfast visit the following in Thimphu:

Kuenselphodrang (commonly known as Buddha Point) where the largest Buddha statue in the country is perched on the hillock overlooking the Thimphu Valley and you can also enjoy 20-30 minutes nature hike through Kuensel Phodrang Nature park and enjoy the magnificent few of Thimphu Valley and mountain peaks.
Takin Preserve, which houses the national animal the Takin that is only found in Bhutan. This is an extremely rare member of the goat family. Found in herds in the very high altitudes (13,125ft and over). They live on a diet of grass and bamboo. It can weigh as much as 550 pounds. Here Takins are preserved in natural environment.
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, which runs from Friday afternoon till Sunday evening. A visit to the market provides great photo opportunities, as well as the chance to mingle with local people.
Archery Match (National Game of Bhutan) at Changlimithang National Stadium.
Craft Bazaar -A one stop place to witness Bhutanese culture and buy Bhutan made art and craft product. The Bazaar in its 80 stalls covers all aspects of the traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan. At this Bazaar craftsmen and artisans from across the country display and sell their handicrafts. And also visit other handicraft stores.

Dinner and overnight at a hotel in Thimphu

Day 3: Hike to Taktsang Goempa (Tiger's Nest Monastery ) & Traditional Bhutanese 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, travel to the Paro International Airport and your tour guide from Access Bhutan Tours will see you off at the Paro Airport for your flight to your onward destinations.

End of the Bhutan Tour

Bhutan Travel Package Cost for the 3 Night 4 Day Glimpses of Bhutan Tour:

Travel Time	1 pax	2 -3 pax	4 pax & above
Low Season:July, Aug ,Dec,Jan, Feb	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
Travel insurance (required)
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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