Amazing Western Tour including Haa

Your flight to Paro crosses the majestic Himalayan Mountains, offering spectacular views of awesome peaks. These include the sacred Jumolhari and Jichu Drake mountains in Bhutan.

Upon arrival at Paro Airport, our guide will receive you warmly and transfer you to a local restaurant for lunch. After enjoying your meal, we will visit Rinpung Dzong, a massive 15th-century fortress. Today, this impressive structure serves as both the administrative and monastic center of the valley.

From the Dzong, you can walk down to the road crossing a traditional wooden bridge. Subsequently, we will take you to Kichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred temples that builders constructed in the 7th century. In the evening, you can stroll through Paro town and explore the local shops and cafes.

Today, we will drive you to Haa Valley across Chelela Pass (3,810m), which is the highest motorable pass in Bhutan. Moreover, the pass features colorful Buddhist prayer flags and offers stunning views of Mount Jumolhari and other surrounding mountains. Additionally, you’ll enjoy beautiful panoramas of both Paro and Haa valleys.

We will then drive downhill from the pass through lush forests of blue pine, fir, and oak trees. According to local beliefs, three Bodhisattva mountains bless Haa Valley: Manjushree, Avalokiteshvara, and Vajrapani.

In the afternoon, we will explore local villages with you. Furthermore, you’ll visit traditional homes and meet local families, giving you an authentic glimpse into Bhutanese rural life.

We will drive you to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Interestingly, the city doesn’t have any traffic lights, making it unique among world capitals.

En route, we will stop to photograph Dobji Dzong. After that, the road descends and joins the main highway at Chuzom (confluence), where the Paro and Thimphu rivers meet. We will pause here so you can see local farmers selling vegetables, fruits, and dried chillies beside the road.

After lunch, we will visit the giant Buddha statue, Memorial Chorten, and Folk Heritage Museum. In the evening, you can stroll through Thimphu city to absorb the local lifestyle. Moreover, this is an excellent opportunity to interact with friendly Bhutanese people.

Today, you will enjoy a scenic drive to Punakha. From Simtokha, the road climbs to Dochula Pass (3,150 meters). On clear days, you can witness spectacular views of the Himalayas from this vantage point.

We will take time at the pass to explore the 108 stupas. Subsequently, we will drive downhill through forests of rhododendron, fir, and hemlock trees.

When you arrive at Metshina Village, you can take a short walk through rice fields to Chimi Lhakhang (the Temple of Fertility). After lunch, we will continue driving to Punakha. Upon arrival, we will visit Punakha Dzong, which locals consider the most beautiful dzong in Bhutan. You will spend the night in a comfortable hotel.

After breakfast, we will drive you back to Paro. En route, we will stop at Dochula Pass and visit the Druk Wangyal Temple on the hill.

We will pause in Thimphu for lunch. Afterward, we will continue driving to Paro and visit a local archery ground where you can watch locals playing Bhutan’s national sport. You will spend the night in your hotel.

Today, you will hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery, Bhutan’s most famous monastery. This sacred site clings to the face of a cliff at 3,100m and offers the best views of Paro Valley.

According to legend, people believe that Guru Rinpoche, the 8th-century spiritual master, flew to this location on the back of a tigress to meditate.

We will serve your lunch at the Cafeteria Restaurant, located halfway up the mountain. After exploring the monastery, you will hike back down to Paro. You will spend your final night in the hotel.

In the morning, we will drive you to the airport for your departure. Our representative will bid you a warm farewell and wish you safe travels.