Luxury WEST BHUTAN Tour

This tour is solely planned for those who are busy with work schedule yet excited to explore and feel the beauty of Bhutan. All these three days are carefully designed to fit in all the most exciting destinations and sites in Thimphu & Paro. Though its a short visit, one can be fully engaged and enlightened with the mystery behind BHUTAN.

Bhutan Trip Plan
Le Meridien Thimphu 3 nights and 4 Days

SEM-ZANG Tours is a Bhutanese tour operator who provide Bhutan tours and Bhutan travel services across Bhutan.

High Season Months: March, April, May, June, September, October and November.
Lean Season Months: January, February, July, August, and December.

Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival – Paro to Thimphu
Day 02: Thimphu
Day 03: Thimphu
Day 04: Thimphu to Paro – Departure

Highlights:
This 4-day Le Meridien Thimphu, Bhutan Luxury Travel will help you to have a relaxing holiday in the two top tourism districts in Bhutan. With three nights in Le Meridien Thimphu, you can have better understanding about Bhutan’s capital city and its arts and festivals. You will have a paranormal view of each district and find out the secret of happiness in this tiny Buddhist country. With a trek to the Paro Taktsang (Tigers Nest), get a good view of the beautiful buildings and picturesque landscapes, what an unforgettable Bhutan trip!

Start your Bhutan Luxury Travel with a contact of the SEM-ZANG Tours Team. As your Bhutan Luxury Tour Package specialist, we are happy to do the rest for you in advance to be sure you can enjoy a unique Bhutan Luxury Holiday in your style.

Day 1: Arrive Paro-Thimphu (Tiger’s Nest Monastery)

Tashi Delek and welcome to Bhutan. With your flight landing at the only international airport in Bhutan that is located in Paro (2,262m). After visiting Taktshang then head to Le Meridien Thimphu (58km, about 1.5h) and check in.

We will drive to the start point of the hiking route of the Tiger’s Nest Monastery. It takes about 1.5 hours to reach Tiger’s Nest by foot (4 hours for a round trip), and you can have a rest at the view terrace which is located at the halfway point of the hiking road. Also, you can choose to ride a horse (self-paying) from the camp base to the Taktsang Cafeteria (lunch spot). Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Takhtsang Lakhang), first built in 1692 is the iconic landmark of Bhutan. As a world cultural heritage, it is sited on the side of a cliff at a height of 900m above the Paro valley. It is said that Guru Rinpoche (a Buddhist saint) rode a tigress to the current site of the monastery and meditated in a cave for 3 years 3 months and 3 days. Now it is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Bhutan and a sacred religious site for Bhutanese to pilgrimage at least once in a lifetime.

Meals: Dinner at Le Meridian Thimphu
Accommodation: Le Meridien Thimphu

Thimphu – Cultural Sightseeing
Day 2: Thimphu (Thimphu Tashicho Dzong, Thimphu Tshechu, Local Vegetable Market)

Today, you will explore Tashichho Dzong (Thimphu Dzong) and the most famous festival Thimphu Tshechu. Tashichho Dzong (Thimphu Dzong) is located on the right side of the Wangchu River in the northern part of Thimphu city. As the “Fortress of the glorious religion”, it houses the throne room of His Majesty the King, government offices, and the central monk body. Thimphu Dzong was initially erected in 1641 and rebuilt by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck in the 1960s. There are two main entrances in the Tashichho Dzong. One leads to the administrative section to the south and the other one (at the north) leads to the monastic quarter where festivals and dances are performed.

Local Market
The weekend market is highly recommended to travelers who want to experience the local
Bhutanese way of life. The weekend market is located in a set of stall of both side of the Wang
Chhu River. The market essentially is a farmers market, where vendors from throughout the region bring their products. It is interesting to see the well-heeled and well to do residents of the city jostle with the common folk for the freshest produce of the region

Meals: Breakfast at Le Meridian Thimphu, Lunch at Local Restaurant and Dinner at Le Meridian Thimphu.
Accommodation: Le Meridien Thimphu

Thimphu to Paro – Cultural Sightseeing
Day 3: (Meditation and Yoga at The Happiness Farm, National Memorial Chorten, Folk Heritage Museum, Buddha Dordenma Statue)

YOGA: Reconnect with your inner self through our serene yoga sessions held amidst the tranquil landscapes of The Happiness Farm. Our experienced instructors will help you find balance and peace in nature.

Buddhist Meditation Classes: Deepen your spiritual practice with guided Buddhist meditation classes. Learn mindfulness techniques that promote relaxation and mental clarity, taught by knowledgeable practitioners.

In the afternoon will be visiting Buddha Dordenma Statue (Kuenselphodrang) (the largest sitting Shakyamuni statue in the world), the statue is 167 feet high. The statue is situated on top of a hill overlooking the city of Timphu, it can be accessed by road and is about 15 minutes away from the city’s center. The word Kuensel means everything is clear and from this place you will sure enjoy a great view of the Thimphu Valley on both sides. The statute is housed with a temple inside it. The statue is constructed out of bronze and is studded with many semi-precious stones.

National Memorial Chorten (a landmark of Thimphu city) The National Memorial Chorten was gifted to the nation on 28 July, 1974. The exquisite wall paintings and the delicately carved statues reflect deep insights into Buddhist spirituality and a rich tradition of prayer and learning. The National Memorial Chorten is known as the ‘most visible religious landmark in Bhutan’.

Meals: Breakfast at Le Meridian Thimphu, Lunch at The Happiness Farm and Dinner at Le Meridian Thimphu
Accommodation: Le Meridien Thimphu

Day 04: Departure

Time to say goodbye to Le Meridien Thimphu and your journey in Bhutan, the beautiful Himalayan country. Your local guide will meet you at your hotel and guide you to the international airport. Happiness is a place, wish you get happiness and great memories from the Bhutan trip with us. We look forward to seeing you again, Tashi Delek!

Meal: Breakfast at Le Meridian Thimphu