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Bhutan

Global Journey

Imperial Escapes – Bhutan Cultural & Himalayan Journey
(10 Days)

Route:Thimphu – Punakha – Phobjikha Valley – Paro

Day 1 – Arrival in Paro | Drive to Thimphu (55 km | 1.5 hrs)

Highlights:

  • Arrival at Paro International Airport
  • Scenic drive along the Paro and Wang Chhu rivers
  • Check-in at the hotel in Thimphu
  • Evening walk through Craft Bazaar and Norzin Lam
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  • Overnight: Thimphu
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Day 2 – Discover Thimphu

Highlights:

  • Buddha Dordenma
  • Memorial Chorten
  • Tashichho Dzong
  • Motithang Takin Preserve
  • Folk Heritage Museum
  • Handmade Paper Factory
  • Local handicraft shopping
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  • Overnight: Thimphu
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Day 3 – Thimphu to Punakha via Dochula Pass (75 km | 3 hrs)

Highlights:

  • Scenic drive through Dochula Pass (3,100 m)
  • Visit the 108 Chortens
  • Himalayan panorama (weather permitting)
  • Punakha Dzong
  • Suspension Bridge
  • Evening riverside walk
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  • Overnight: Punakha
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Day 4 – Explore Punakha

Highlights:

  • Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility)
  • Village walk through paddy fields
  • Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
  • Mo Chhu River
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  • Overnight: Punakha
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Day 5 – Punakha to Phobjikha Valley (80 km | 3 hrs)

Visit Chettinad region:

  • Scenic mountain drive
  • Gangtey Monastery
  • Black-Necked Crane Information Centre
  • Traditional Bhutanese villages
  • Beautiful valley landscapes
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  • Overnight: Phobjikha Valley
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Day 6 – Phobjikha Nature Experience

Highlights:

  • Gangtey Nature Trail
  • Local farmhouse visit
  • Leisure photography
  • Cultural interaction with villagers
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  • Overnight: Phobjikha Valley
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Day 7 – Phobjikha to Paro (170 km | 6–7 hrs)

Highlights:

  • Scenic drive back to Paro
  • Rinpung Dzong
  • Evening walk through Paro town
  • Local cafés and handicraft shopping
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  • Overnight: Paro
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Day 8 – Tiger's Nest Monastery

Highlights:

  • Hike to the iconic Taktsang (Tiger's Nest)
  • Meditation viewpoints
  • Magnificent Himalayan scenery
  • Traditional Bhutanese lunch
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  • Overnight: Paro
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Day 9 – Explore Paro Valley

Highlights:

  • National Museum
  • Kyichu Lhakhang
  • Drukgyel Dzong
  • Optional excursion to Chele La Pass (highest motorable pass in Bhutan)
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  • Overnight: Paro
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Day 9 – Explore Paro Valley

Highlights:

  • Breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Departure with unforgettable memories of the Himalayan Kingdom.
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  • Journey Ends
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Tour Highlights:

  • 2 Nights Thimphu
  • 2 Nights Punakha
  • 2 Nights Phobjikha Valley
  • 3 Nights Paro
  • Buddha Dordenma
  • Tashichho Dzong
  • Dochula Pass
  • Punakha Dzong
  • Chimi Lhakhang
  • Gangtey Monastery
  • Phobjikha Nature Trail
  • Taktsang (Tiger's Nest)
  • Kyichu Lhakhang
  • National Museum
  • Drukgyel Dzong
  • Optional Chele La Pass

This itinerary is well suited for Imperial Escapes, offering a balanced combination of Bhutan's culture, monasteries, scenic mountain landscapes, gentle hikes, and authentic local experiences.

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