Glimpses of Bhutan
4 days; Paro & Thimpu
Our
shortest Bhutan extension tour is designed to introduce you to the
timeless wonders of the Dragon Kingdom. You encounter the ancient
dzongs (fortresses) and monasteries, relish the idyllic Bhutanese
countryside, and visit Thimpu, the quaint capital city.
The strategically located Drugyel Dzong defended the Paro valley against the Tibetan invasion in the early 17th century. The watch tower of Ta Dzong now houses the National Museum, highlighting aspects of Bhutanese history and culture. The Rinpung Dzong is the administrative center and a school for monks. You visit the 15th century Changangkha monastery in Thimpu. On your return to Paro, you stop at the Simtokha Dzong, the first building in Bhutan.
This is a fascinating introduction to this magical Himalayan kingdom.
Trip
Itinerary
Day 1 (Mon/ Thu) Fly to Paro. Transfer to hotel. Visit
Paro town.
Day 2 (Tue/ Fri) Paro: Drukgyel Dzong, Ta Dzong (National Museum), and
Rinpung Dzong. Afternoon drive to Thimphu.
Day 3 (Wed/ Sat) Thimphu: Memorial Chorten, Changangkha monastery, and
the Drupthob nunnery. Afternoon drive back to Paro visiting
the Simtokha Dzong en route. Overnight Paro.
Day 4 (Thu/ Sun) Early morning transfer to Paro airport. Fly to Kathmandu.
trip overview
4 days in Bhutan
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