About This Tour
The Thimphu Sightseeing Tour is a tour that is a pleasure; it is a 3 day trip to the beautiful city of Bhutan, Thimphu. Thimphu is a special place to visit, within the Himalayan mountains, where ancient cultures and modern living are perfectly combined. With its rich valleys, monasteries, colourful prayer flags and serene scenery, the city provides a traveller with a cultural and spiritual experience to be remembered.
Bhutan has become the envy of the world because of its philosophy of happiness, its heritage and pure surroundings. Thimphu being the capital city reflects the flavor of the Bhutanese culture in terms of monasteries, traditional structures, museums, hand craft centers and colorful local markets.
It is an ideal short tour that a traveller can take to get away and have a relaxing holiday that involves learning about the culture, beautiful scenery and traditional Bhutanese hospitality. Thimphu with its giant Buddha images and religious temples, its traditional arts and local food is a relaxing and enriching Himalayan getaway.
Travelling with family, friends or a couple, you will have an opportunity to feel the peaceful environment and ancient traditions of Bhutan in a quite comfortable and pleasant manner with the help of this tour.
Trip Highlights
- Traverse the beautiful Bhutan capital city.
- See the great Buddha Dordenma Statue.
- Explore the culture, traditions and monasteries of Bhutan.
- Explore local handicraft markets and museums.
- Play in serene Himalayan views and valleys.
- Tashichho Dzong and Memorial Chorten.
- Guided sightseeing and comfortable accommodation.
Included/Exclude
Included
- Hotel facilities in Thimphu.
- Breakfast each day on the tour.
- Shuttle and touring in a personal car.
- Sightseeing with an experienced local guide.
- Any internal transfers according to itinerary.
- Guiding during the journey.
Exclude
- Airfare and Bhutan visa fees.
- Lunch and dinner
- Personal bills like laundry, shopping and tips.
- Monument entrance fees
- Travel cover and medical costs.
- Any additional costs as a result of weather or other unpredictable events.
Tour Itinerary
Discover a carefully curated journey that covers the must-see highlights and hidden gems of India. Our itinerary is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you an authentic cultural experience while ensuring a smooth and comfortable travel schedule.
From bustling cities to serene landscapes, each day has been thoughtfully planned to provide memorable experiences, local interactions, and seamless travel across destinations.
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Day-1 Thimphu arrival - Welcome to Bhutan
You will be picked up at the Paro International Airport and met with warm welcomes by our representative. Start your scenic drive to the capital city of Bhutan, Thimphu, with beautiful mountains and rivers around. Once checked in and relaxed in the hotel, start exploring the serene city. Trip to Memorial Chorten and it is One of the most significant religious sites in Bhutan, this white stupa is visited regularly by the locals who come to pray and meditate.
Once more visit the Buddha Dordenma Statue. Located on a hill that overlooks the Thimphu Valley, this giant golden statue of Buddha is one of the largest Buddha statues in the world and provides spectacular panoramic views.
Your evening can be spent visiting the local markets of Thimphu with handicrafts, Bhutanese textiles, souvenirs and traditional products. Relish the tranquil environment and hospitality of the Bhutanese. Overnight Thimphu.
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Day-2 Thimphu Sightseeing day tour
In the morning, have a complete day sightseeing tour of Thimphu. Go to the fantastic fortress-monastery with offices of the King of Bhutan and central body of monks. Its architecture and serene gardens are some of the major attractions to the city. The preserved artifacts and displays will teach you the traditional Bhutanese rural life, customs, farming activities and the local culture.
National Institute of Zorig Chusum also Sometimes called the School of Traditional Arts, this school educates students in the thirteen traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan such as painting, carving and embroidery. Excursion to Motithang Takin Preserve, the national animal of Bhutan (takin) is a wildlife reserve, where the animal has a peculiar look and cultural significance.
The Handmade Paper Factory will see the ancient way of producing the paper in the traditional Bhutanese ways. Get a glimpse of Bhutanese culture in Simply Bhutan Museum with traditional houses, local food, folk dances and cultural activities.
During the evening, relax by visiting local cafes or shopping streets. Spend the night at Thimphu. -
Day-3 Thimphu Exit
Have a free time after breakfast to have a glimpse of the beauty of the Himalayan surroundings. You can also go to local cafes, local shops or just relax and take in the serene Bhutan environment before your flight depending on the time of your flight.
Check out of the hotel later, and drive to Paro International Airport to continue your trip. Take home a memorable experience of the serene Bhutanese culture, monuments as well as scenic Himalayan valleys.
