7 Nights 8 Days Tour – Vacation Bhutan

Upon arrival at Paro airport, your Vacation Bhutan representative will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Thimphu, which is about a 1-hour drive away.
In Thimphu, you can visit the Giant Buddha, Memorial Chorten, Centenary Farmer Market (only open on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), and the zoo.

After breakfast, visit the Painting School (National Institute of Zorig Chusum), where students learn traditional Bhutanese arts and crafts, such as painting, weaving, and sculpture.
Then, drive to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan and the winter residence of the monastic body.
After lunch, hike to Chimi Lhakhang, a fertility temple dedicated to the divine madman, Lama Drukpa Kuenley.
Visit the hilltop nunnery, Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang, which offers stunning views of the Punakha valley.

After breakfast, visit the Punakha Dzong, one of the most impressive fortresses in Bhutan and the site of many royal weddings and coronations.
In the afternoon, hike to Khamsum Yuelay Namgay Chorten, a beautiful temple located on a hill overlooking the Punakha valley.
Enjoy the views of the surrounding countryside and take in the serene atmosphere of this peaceful place.

After breakfast, take a 4-hour drive to the Gangtey Valley, one of the most beautiful valleys in Bhutan.
En route, visit the Wangduephodrang Dzong, a fortress overlooking the convergence of two rivers.
In Gangtey, visit one of the biggest Nyagmapas schools in the west, the Gangtey Shedra, and take a nature trail hike that takes less than 2 hours.

After breakfast, drive to Haa, which takes about 3 hours.
Enjoy the scenic drive through the mountains and valleys of Bhutan and take in the beautiful views.

In the morning, visit the White Temple (Lhakhang Karpo) and the Black Temple (Lhakhang Nagpo), two temples located in Haa that represent the two brother kings who built them.
After lunch, drive to Paro, which takes about 3 hours.
Enjoy the scenic drive and take in the beautiful views along the way.

Today, take a day excursion to Taksang (Tiger Nest), one of Bhutan’s most iconic landmarks and a must-visit destination for any traveler to Bhutan.
The hike to Tiger Nest takes around 2-3 hours, depending on your fitness level, and leads you through lush forests and scenic landscapes.
The monastery itself is perched on a cliff 900 meters above the Paro valley and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
On the way back, visit Kichu Monastery, which is the oldest monastery in Bhutan and dates back to the 7^th century.