Bhutan · Religious & Spiritual

4-Day Heritage Tour of Thimphu and Paro with Tiger's Nest

4 Days Round trip from Paro Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger's Nest
  • 02 Learn about the history and culture of Bhutan at the National Museum
  • 03 Visit Tashichhoe Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress
  • 04 See the takin, the national animal of Bhutan, at the Takin Sanctuary

Visit some of Bhutan's most important cultural and spiritual landmarks on this 4-day journey through Thimphu and Paro. Explore the Buddhist sacred site of Tiger's Nest, see the takin at the Takin Sanctuary, and discover Bhutanese heritage at the Heritage Museum and National Museum. The tour also includes visits to Tashichho Dzong, Memorial Chorten, and other local sights, offering a well-rounded introduction to Bhutan's history, culture, and traditions.

Explore the Buddhist sacred site of Tiger's Nest, see the takin at the Takin Sanctuary, and discover Bhutanese heritage at the Heritage Museum and National Museum.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Thimphu, Paro
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Paro and Transfer to Thimphu

  • Upon arrival in Paro, clear customs and immigration. Keep your copy of the visa clearance letter handy.

  • Meet your Bhutanese tour guide and driver outside the terminal building and transfer to Thimphu.

  • Stroll around the city in the evening.

Overnight stay at Thimphu.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Sightseeing in Thimphu

  • Visit the Memorial Chorten, Zilukha Nunnery, Takin Sanctuary, Indigenous Hospital, Textile Museum, the Heritage Museum, Traditional School of Arts & Crafts, and Tashichho Dzong.

  • If time permits, also visit the Zangdopelri Temple, a paper factory, and other local sights.

Overnight stay at Thimphu.

3
Day 03

Drive from Thimphu to Paro with Sightseeing

  • After breakfast, retrace your drive back to Paro.

  • In Paro, visit Tiger's Nest Monastery (Taktsang), a farmhouse, the National Museum, and local markets as well.

Overnight stay at Paro.

4
Day 04

Departure from Paro

  • After breakfast, transfer to the airport in time for your departure flight to your onward destination.

Paro Taktsang, Memorial Chorten, Takin Sanctuary

Where this trip takes you

Paro Taktsang, Memorial Chorten, Takin Sanctuary

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Paro 2 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation

  • All necessary travel permits

  • English-speaking Bhutanese tour guide

  • Accommodation on a single/twin room basis

  • Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per the itinerary

  • Meal plan: full board basis

What's Not Included

  • Insurance of any kind

  • Additional costs due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances

  • Personal expenses such as drinks, guide tips, etc.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Paro, Bhutan
Tour start
Paro, Bhutan
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Paro.

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