10 days Bhutan tour cost:
The rate given below is inclusive of sustainable development fund (SDF) of US $ 100 per person per night and Bhutan visa fee US $ 40 per person.
Entrance fees for monuments and festivals visits to be paid separately.
- Solo travel: US $ 3100 per person.
- 2 persons: US $ 2560 per person.
- 3 people or more: US $ 2380 per person.
Nature of trip: Private and guided Bhutan trip.
Overview
The highlights of 10 days Bhutan tour itinerary are visit to the Tiger’s nest monastery and Rinpung dzong in Paro. While in Thimphu, visit to the tallest statue of Buddha(51.5 m) in the world. The 10 days Bhutan tour route passes through the scenic Dochula pass and visit to the magnificent Punakha dzong. In central Bhutan, visit to Trongsa dzong, the ancient seat of Wangchuck dynasty. Also visit to Jambay lhakhang built in the 7th century and Kurjey monastery where Guru Rinpoche meditated and more.
Highlights
- Pristine Bhutanese villages and farmhouse visit.
- See women weaving tapestry of textiles.
- Ancient temples, Dzongs and towns.
- Experience typical Bhutanese dinner and drinks with local host.
- Spectacular hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery.
Itinerary
Your guide and driver will receive you at the Paro Intrenational airport and drive to Thimphu.
A short stop on the way to view Tamchog monastery built in the 15th century by Thang Tong Gyalpo.
Afternoon – visit to memorial chorten, tallest Statue of Buddha (169 feet), Changangkha lhakhang, Takin preserve center and Dupthop nunnery.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the morning, sightseeing around Thimphu valley. A small vibrant city with a population of almost One hundred and fifty thousand people. It is the only capital city in the world with no traffic lights.
– Visit to national postal museum, craft bazaar, textile museum and school of 13 arts and crafts (Painting school).
Lunch at Simply Bhutan museum.
Afternoon – witness the archery matches at Changlimithang stadium.
In the evening, visit Tashichho dzong, the royal secretariat.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In The Morning, Drive To The Beautiful Punakha Valley.
Punakha is the ancient capital of Bhutan until the rule of the second king of Bhutan.
On the way, visit Dochu La pass (Altitude 3140 m).
Then visit Chimi lhakhang built in the honor of Drukpa Kuenley. He was known as The divine madman for his unorthodox ways of teaching Buddhism often with sexual overtones.
Afternoon – Visit Punakha dzong built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck convened the first national assembly here in 1952.
Then hike to the beautiful Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Choling monastery.
In the evening, walk across the longest suspension bridge in Bhutan (160 meters).
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the morning, drive to Gangtey and Phobjikha valley.
Note: The upper part of the valley is called Gangtey and lower part is Phobjikha which is a cup-shaped glacial valley.
– Phobjikha valley is considered the most beautiful valley in the Himalayas. It is the roosting ground for the rare black necked cranes.
A short stop on the way to view Wangdue Phodrang dzong built in 1638 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.
– Visit Gangtey Gompa monastery built in 1613 by Gyaltse Pema Thinley. This monastery also hosts the annual Gangtey festival.
– Then visit black necked Crane information center.
In the evening, explore the beautiful valley of Phobjikha (3000 m).
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In The Morning, Drive To The Beautiful Bumthang Valley, Often Referred To As The Switzerland Of Bhutan.
It is the spiritual heartland and the cultural hub of Bhutan.
On the way, visit Trongsa dzong was built in the year 1648.
– Then visit Ta dzong was built in 1652 by Chogyal Minjur Tempa.
In the afternoon, drive further to Bumthang.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Morning – visit Jakar dzong and Jambay Lhakhang built by king Srongtsen Gampo of Tibet in the year 659 AD.
Then visit Chakhar lhakhang and Kenchosum monastery built in the 6th century.
Afternoon – visit Tamshing lhakhang, Kurjey lhakhang and Kencho sum lhakhang.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the morning, drive to the beautiful Tang valley. On the way, visit to Mebar tsho or “The Burning lake”.
While in Tang valley, visit to Ogen Choling palace museum. A palace converted into a museum to preserve its legacy and provide a place for religious studies, research and solitude. The fascinating and well-captioned exhibits offer real insights into the lifestyle of a Bhutanese noble family.
Free to stroll in the town.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In The Morning, Drive To The Airport And Fly To Paro.
Your guide will receive you at the Paro Airport and drive to the hotel.
In the afternoon, visit to Ta dzong (national museum of Bhutan).
Then visit Rinpung dzong (Venue for annual Paro festival) built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. It is the finest illustration of Bhutanese architecture and craftsmanship you’ll see. So impressive it is that even scenes of 1995 film, Little Buddha were filmed here.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the morning, drive to Satsam chorten and 2 hour hike till the Tiger’s nest monastery (Paro Taktsang). It is the highlight of 10 days Bhutan tour itinerary.
Afternoon – visit Drugyel dzong built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.
Then visit Kichu lhakhang, one of the oldest monasteries in Bhutan built it in 659 AD by king Srongtsen Gampo of Tibet.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
After breakfast, drive to the airport and farewell (End of 10 days Bhutan tour itinerary).
Cost
The Cost Includes
- All meals [breakfast / lunch / dinner and evening tea].
- Accommodation [twin / double sharing basis]. Single room supplement is extra.
- All transportation within the country including airport transfers.
- Sustainable development fee (SDF).
- Bhutan visa fee.
- English speaking local guide.
- Sightseeing.
- Bottled water through out the tour.
The Cost Excludes
- Entrance fees for museums, monuments and festival visit.
- Drukair / Bhutan Airlines fares.
- Travel insurance premiums.
- Payments for service provided on a personal basis.
- Cost for any services not mentioned in the “Cost Include head”.
- Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, beverages, tips or any other personal services.
