Western Highlights (Phobjikha Extension)

ACTIVITIES

Rafting/Bicycling/Horseriding

DURATION

8N9D

BEST TIME

All Year

PLACES

4

A week too short? Extend your western highlights by visting the tranquil Phobjikha valley for some peace and quality time to reconnect. The valley holds a special place not only in the hearts of Bhutanese, but also the rare Black Necked Cranes as they visit every year from Tibet to roost.

Day 1: Thimphu

Highlights

 

AM: Arrive Paro airport, transfer to Thimphu
PM:

Airport - Thimphu: 50km (45mins)

Day 2: Thimphu

Highlights

 

AM: 9km Nature trail walk from Changangkha to Kuenselphodrang (Largest Buddha Statue), Traditional Arts & Craft School, Folk Heritage Museum
PM: Takin Zoo, Craft Bazaar, Kaja Throm (farmers market), free time, After 5pm Tashichhodzong

Day 3: Punakha

Highlights

 

AM: Drive to Punakha, Dochula Pass, Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of fertility)
PM: Checkin hotel, Punakha Dzong, suspension bridge, relax

Thimphu - Punakha: 74km (2hrs)

Day 4: Punakha

Highlights

 

AM: short 30min hike to Khamsum Yulley Chorten, river rafting
PM: Picnic lunch by the river with a go at archery (national game of Bhutan), and Fishing

Day 5: Phobjikha

Highlights

 

AM: Drive to Phobjikha, Visit Wangduephodrang Dzong
PM: Gangtey Monastery, Royal Society for Protection of Nature, Bonfire

Punakha - Phobjikha: 82km (2hrs)

Day 6: Phobjikha

Highlights

 

AM: Cycling tour of Phobjikha valley, Horse Riding
PM: Spa/Herbal Hot Stone Bath

Day 7: Paro

Highlights

 

AM: Drive back to Paro
PM: Kyichu Lhakhang, Taa Dzong Museum, Stroll around town, shopping

Phobjikha - Paro: 170kms (5hrs)

Day 8: Paro

Highlights

 

Full Day: Tigers Nest Hike

Day 9: Departure

Highlights

 

Hotel checkout and departure

Highlights: River Rafting, Nature Hike, Bicycling, Glamping, Riverside picnic, Horse riding and Bonfires

Starting from $850 per person

INCLUDED :

  • Accommodation at 3*/3* Superior Hotels
  • Half Board
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Private vehicle transfers
  • Entrance Fees to attractions
  • Activities as per itinerary

EXCLUDED :

  • Meals & Drinks (at restaurants unless otherwise stated)

  • Flights

  • Insurance

  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

  • SDF payable to the government 

  • Visa fee $40 per person

*** Disclaimer:

  • For Indian Nationals, SDF fees are INR.1200/person/night. Please contact us for applicable price.

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