Cultural Odyssey Tour (06 Nights / 07 Days)
Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Bhutan with this week-long tour. Explore the iconic Paro Taktsang Monastery, stroll through the vibrant markets of Thimphu, and witness the serene beauty of Punakha Dzong. This package includes guided tours, traditional meals, and cultural performances.
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Detailed itinerary for Cultural Odyssey Tour
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1Day 1: Arrive Paro International AirportUpon arrival at Paro International airport, you will be welcomed by our company representative and the tour guide will receive and escort you to designated Hotels in Paro.
In the afternoon drive to the ruins of the 17th Century Drukgyel Dzong, an historic monument built by the Zhabdrung to commemorate his victory against invading Tibetans in 1644. In fine weather the towering peak of the sacred Mount Jomolhari (7314m) appears as a stunning backdrop. On the return drive to Paro, visit 7th Century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples constructed by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. Overnight at Paro. -
2Day 2: Paro to ThimphuBegin your day by driving towards Thimphu, world’s smallest capital takes about an hour on a well paved two lane road that follows Paro River downstream to the confluence with Wang Chu (Thimphu River). The 60 kms road then turn upstream towards Thimphu along the Wang Chu. In the capital visit Memorial chorten, folk heritage museum, National library and Institute of arts & crafts. After lunch visit changangkha lhakhang, Mini zoo, zilukha nunnery and have tea break in town, then again after that visit Trashichoe dzong . Overnight in Thimphu.
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3Day 3: Thimphu to PunakhaAfter breakfast you will drive to Punakha with en-route Dochula pass (3116m), where on a clear day you will have spectacular views of the Himalaya range. After lunch en-route Punakha visit chimi lhakhang, the temple of fertility. Then later you will reach khuruthang , the main town of Punakha. Overnight at Punakha.
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4Day 4: Punakha ( Plus day excursion to Wangdue)After breakfast drive to Wangdue and visit wangduephodrang dzong, walk around wangdue town the last town in the west before arriving in central Bhutan. After lunch drive back to Punakha and visit punakha dzong, the winter capital until 1955 and now the winter seat for the chief abbot of Bhutan. Evening visit local market, overnight at punakha.
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5Day 5: Punakha to ParoToday drive back to paro, after lunch visit Drugyel dzong(ruin) the fortress of victorious drukpa, and kyichu lhakhang, one of the oldest temple of Bhutan. Overnight in Paro
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6Day 6: Paro( excursion to the Tiger’s nest)Today after breakfast you will hike to Tiger’s nest, one of the most sacred monasteries in Bhutan build on the side of a cliff which is 900m above the paro valley. Later again climb down and have lunch in paro town. After lunch you can walk around to explore town. Overnight in paro.
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7Day 7: Paro - International AirportThe guests will be Seen Off by a Representative of our company and the Tour Guide at the Exit Gate. Wish Bon Voyage!!!