Taktsang Express

Day 01: Paro arrive

The flight into Bhutan takes you close to the great Himalayas, offering stunning scenic views of some world’s highest glacial peaks. As you enter Paro valley, you will sweep past forested hills with the silvery Pa Chu (Paro river) meandering down the valley below. Paro Dzong (fortress) and Ta Dzong (watchtower) on the hills above the town will be a fine sight. Our representative will meet you at Paro airport, and after completion of arrival formalities you will be transferred to Hotel.

Before reaching Chhuzom, after crossing Isuna village, Tachog Lhakhang also known as Tachogang becomes visible. It is located on the base of a mountain along the Paro-Thimphu highway. To visit the temple one has to cross the Pachhu (Paro river) using a bridge built with iron chains.

Tachogang meaning “temple of the hill of excellent horse” was built in the 14th century by Thangtong Gyalpo after he had a vision of the spiritual horse Balaha-an emanation of Avalokiteshvara, while he was meditating.

According to myth, he decided thereupon to build a temple at the current spot including one of his famous iron bridges. The original bridge was washed away by floods in 1969 and a traditional style bridge with iron chains was restored in 2005. Thangtong Gyalpo was a great architect who built 108 iron bridges throughout Tibet and Bhutan.

Overnight at Thimphu

Day 02: Thimphu to Paro 

After breakfast visit National Memorial Chorten: The building of this landmark was envisaged by the third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, as a monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it is both a memorial to the Late King (“the Father of modern Bhutan”) and a monument to world peace. The paintings and statues inside the monument provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy.

After Memorial Chorten proceed to Buddha Dordenma is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue under construction in the mountains of Bhutan. The statue will house over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues, each of which, like the Buddha Dordenma itself, the Buddha Dordenma is sited amidst the ruins of Kuensel Phodrang, the palace of Sherab Wangchuck, the thirteenth Desi Druk, overlooking the southern approach to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. From Buddha point you can do around two hour’s hikes which end at Changjangkha Temple, where you can view Thimphu city.

After lunch, drive directly to Paro after reaching Paro town visit to Ta Dzong, which in the past served as watchtower for Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong) and now houses the National Museum.

Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, built in 1646 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head) and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. The approach to the Dzong is through a traditional covered bridge called Nemi Zam. A walk through the bridge, over a stone inlaid path, offers a good view of the architectural wonder of the Dzong as well as you can try to wear the Bhutan National dress and get wonderful picture. Background of Paro Dzong along with wooden bridge and evening walk around the Paro town for any shopping.

Overnight at Paro

Day 03: Tiger Nest Hike 

After Breakfast proceeds to Taktsang Palphug Monastery more famous as Paro Taktsang is a Buddhist temple complex which clings to a cliff, 3120 meters above the sea level on the side of the upper Paro valley, Bhutan. The Taktsang Monastery is one of the most famous touristic destinations of the country and the cultural icon of Bhutan. Visiting the Paro Taktsang Monastery is an unforgettable experience thanks to its unique location and the views of surrounding majestic mountains and emerald green valleys.

It takes around 1 hour, 45 minutes to get to Taktshang walking or riding a horse. If the full hike is too tough, you can rest at the wooden teahouse restaurant or cafeteria after the first hour. The trail takes you through blue-pines to a series of three water-powered wheels.

Evening walk around the Paro town for any shopping.

Overnight at Paro

Day 04: Paro to Airport drop 

After breakfast drive to the airport for flight to onward destination.

The 4 days Bhutan tour cost given below is inclusive of sustainable development fee (SDF) of US $ 100 per person per night and Bhutan visa fee US $ 40 per person per visit to Bhutan.

Entrance fees for monuments and festivals visits to be paid separately. 

• Solo travel: US $ 1060.
• 2 Pax: US $ 880 per person.
• 3 Pax or more: US $ 850 per person.

Nature of trip: Private and guided Bhutan travel.

Tour Cost Includes

1. A fifty percent discount shall be granted on the prevailing SDF of USD 200/ for US Dollar paying tourists visiting Bhutan, The above incentives will come into effect from 1 September 2023 and shall remain effective for four years till 31 August 2027. This sustainable development fee goes towards free education, free healthcare, poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure.
2. 2% Government Tax per Person per Night.
3. All Meals.
4. Daily Mineral Water.
5. English Language Speaking Guide.
6. Comfortable and Luxurious Imported Cars for Internal Transportation with Skilled Driver.
7. The Government set package rates is valid for accommodation on twin sharing basis.
8. A minimum of 3 star accommodation (4 & 5 star may require an additional premium).

Tour Cost not Excludes

1. Airfare international & Domestic.
2. Travel Insurance.
3. Personal shopping.
4. Alcohol.
5. Laundry.
6. Tips for Guide & Driver.
7. Entrance fees for Museums, Monastery and Temple.