top of page
Glacier And Peaks
Bhutan Cultural Retreat
Day 1: Arrival in Paro → Transfer to Thimphu
Drive: 1 hour
Arrive in Paro, where the Himalayan views Everest included on clear days welcome you to Bhutan. After landing at the narrow Paro valley airstrip, meet your Bhutanese guide and transfer to Thimphu.
Afternoon sightseeing in Thimphu includes:
  • Memorial Chorten
  • Changangkha Lhakhang
  • Zangtopelri Lhakhang
  • Drubthob Nunnery
  • Takin Preserve
  • Handmade paper factory
  • School of Arts & Crafts (13 traditional arts)
  • Local gold/silver workshop & handicraft center
  • Tashichho Dzong (King’s administrative building)
Overnight in Thimphu
 
Day 2: Thimphu → Cheri Gompa Excursion
Drive: 20 minutes | Hike: 30–45 minutes ascent
Drive to the northern valley and begin a pleasant walk through paddy fields and woodland towards Cheri Gompa. Cross a traditional cantilever bridge and ascend to the monastery founded in 1620 by Shabdrung, Bhutan’s first ruler. Visit the courtyard and inner shrines.
Return to Thimphu. In the late afternoon, visit the vibrant Weekend Market, a lively showcase of Bhutanese daily life.
Overnight in Thimphu
 
Day 3: Thimphu → Paro & Local Sightseeing
Drive: 1 hour
After breakfast, drive back to Paro. Before entering the valley, continue up to Chele La Pass (3,900m), offering wide Himalayan views, including peaks Gangkar Puensum (7,546m) and Jomolhari (7,314m). Enjoy a short walk along the cool ridgeline.
On the return, optional short hike (approx. 1 hour total) to Dzongdrakha Monastery, often called the “mini Tiger’s Nest.” Visit the main temple and enjoy valley views.
Time permitting, visit:
  • Dungtse Lhakhang
  • Rinpung Dzong
Overnight in Paro
 
Day 4: Tiger’s Nest Hike
Hike: 4–5 hours round trip
Drive to Ramthangkha and begin the iconic hike to Taktshang (Tiger’s Nest). Optional pony ride available to the halfway viewpoint (extra USD 12). Explore the monastery dramatically perched on the cliffside.
Afternoon visits:
  • Kyichu Lhakhang (one of Bhutan’s oldest temples)
  • Ta Dzong National Museum
  • Rinpung Dzong
Overnight in Paro
 
Day 5: Departure
Transfer to Paro Airport for your flight.
 

Bhutan Cultural Retreat

£2,230.00Price
Quantity

  • Starts

    Paro International Airport

    Anytime on Day 1

    Ends

    Paro International Airport

    Any time on Day 10

bottom of page