Bhutan Tour

Bhutan Tour takes you to the Last Shangri-La, the mystical Kingdom, Bhutan. An independent nation Bhutan lies in the eastern Himalayas. Bhutan is the kingdom that practices the Tibetan Buddhist religion and culture in its purest form.

This wonderful Land of Thunder Dragon is a mystical place that is rich in natural and cultural beauty. It consists of the majestic Himalayas as well as the remote monasteries and spiritual temples. 

Though the fact that Bhutan opened, it’s boundaries for outsiders in the late ’70s, it has figured out how to limit the impact of outside influences. Whether be it environment, religion, or be it the architecture or lifestyle, Bhutan manages to minimize the impact on all these sectors.

Therefore, Bhutan is also popular as a paradise for travelers. The superb Bhutan tour offer you the splendid mountains, open landscapes, religious temples, and monuments. Furthermore, Bhutan Tour broadens your knowledge about ancient Buddhist traditions, rich Buddhist culture, and many other cultures and traditions.

The architectural landscape in Bhutan is made of stonewalls, chortens, monasteries, temples, fortresses, and houses. Therefore every structure in Bhutan is made with the architectural concept of Tibetan Buddhism.

There is a high Tibetan influence on Bhutanese arts and culture. Also. the features of Bhutan including historical writings, wall paintings, thangkas, and sculptures all have a religious theme in Bhutan. The level of anonymity, consistency, and importance of these arts and architecture is very exceptional.

With in excess of 10000 stupas or chortens and 2000 monasteries in the realm, Bhutan today acts as one of the top destinations, particularly for spiritual seekers. 

Besides, the exploration of the natural wonders in the midst of the Himalayas without a doubt gives a life-changing experience in Bhutan. 

Bhutan Tour offers various tours including the cultural tours, festival tours, and tailor-made tours. 

Places to see in Bhutan Tour

Taktsang Monastery

Taktsang lies at an elevation of 3,120 meters roosted on a high vertical precipice towards the north of Paro town. People of Bhutan believe that the father of the Bhutanese Mahayana Buddhism, Guru Rinpoche, came to Paro Valley over a thousand years on the back of a flying tigress. There he meditated for three months and subdued the evil spirit.

Later, people built the monastery on the same cliff. The same monastery today is popular as Tiger’s Nest of the Taktsang  Monastery. The monastery is one of the most sacred places of  Bhutan and every people of Bhutan visit it at least once in their lifetime.

Being one of the famous landmarks of Bhutan, people also say that the excursion to Bhutan is incomplete without a hike to Taktsang.

Kyichu Lhakhang

While talking about the places to visit in Bhutan, the name of Kyichu Lhakhang also comes in the first row. Therefore almost every Bhutan Tour Packages also offers the visit to this spectacular Lhakhang. In addition, it is one of the oldest Lhakhang in Bhutan and the most sacred shrine.

The Lhakhang consists of two temples. The Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo built the first temple in the 7th century.  While Her Majesty Ashi Kesang, the Queen Mother of Bhutan built the second temple in 1968 in the same original pattern.

Close to the temple is the house that was recently transformed into a museum committed to the late Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche.

National Memorial Chorten

The National Memorial Chorten lies closer to the capital city Thimphu. The Chorten is one of the most iconic monuments of Bhutan. While paying a visit to the Chorten the visitor can see the elder people circumambulating the Chorten.

This spectacular Chorten was built in the memory of Third Druk Gyalpo.   Chorten is an enormous white structure delegated with a golden spire and is dedicated to World Peace. Chorten actually signifies ‘Seat of Faith’ and Buddhists regularly call such landmarks, the ‘Mind of Buddha’.

The Chorten is a phenomenal instance of Buddhist art and architecture with its ravishing artistic paintings and sculptures.

Dochula Pass

It lies at an elevation of 3050 meters and is the first stop after leaving the capital city Thimphu. Dochula Pass is just an hour’s drive from Thimphu. It offers a spectacular view of the central-eastern Himalayan range during the clear days.

Dochula consists of the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens and the eldest Queen Mother Her Majesty Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk build all these Chortens. Families and groups of the friend enjoying a picnic and taking pictures at the Chortens is a common scene on the Dochula Pass. 

Punakha Dzong

Probably the most beautiful Dzong of Bhutan, the Punakha Dzong lies at the confluence of Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu river. Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel built this Dzong in 1637 to act as the religious and administrative seat of the region. The dzong still serves as the winter house of the monk.

All of the Kings of Bhutan are crowned in Punakha Dzong. The beauty of the Dzong can be seen at its best during the spring season, as the jacaranda tree ornaments white walls of the Dzong. 

Chimi Lhakhang

The Chimi Lhakhang lies on a hillock in the focal point of the valley. This beautiful Lhakhang is devoted to Lama Drukpa Kuenley, who in the late fifteenth century utilized humor, tunes, and preposterous behavior to sensationalize his teachings.

Therefore this Lakhang is also popular as ‘Divine Madman’.People also recognize this temple as the temple of fertility. People believe that couples who don’t have children come to offer their prayer at this temple.

Soon after offering the prayer, the couples are able to have a child. It is around a 30-minute stroll over the field from the road to the Lhakhang.

Gangtey Monastery

The beautiful Gangtey is the biggest village of Phobjikha Valley and lies towards the east of Wangdue Phodrang. Gangtey Monastery, a religious monastery going back to the mid-seventeenth century, lies at the center of the Gangtey village.

It is the only Nyingmapa monastery in the western side of black mountains and stands on a small hill rising from the valley floor. In addition, it is the largest Nyingmapa Monastery of Bhutan. 

The village of Phobjikha is on the valley floor only a couple of kilometers down from the monastery. This tranquil far off valley is the winter home of black-necked cranes relocating from the fields of Tibet in the north, to spend winter months in a milder atmosphere.

Trongsa Dzong

Beautiful Trongsa Dzong holds an incredible historical significance and furthermore is the largest dzong of Bhutan. Both the first and second rulers of Bhutan ruled the nation from this old seat. It is customary for all the lords of Bhutan to be contributed as Trongsa Penlop(governor) before ascending the throne.

Trongsa Dzong is an incredible fortress shielded from intruders by an invulnerable valley. The Dzong itself is a maze of temples, halls, and workplaces holding court over the local community. This phenomenal dzong is built with numerous levels along the edge of the slope.

Furthermore, one can easily spot this dzong from every corner of the Trongsa.

Best Time for Bhutan Tour 

Bhutan, the land of the thunder dragon lies in south Asia among China and India. The atmosphere and climate differ with the increasing altitude.  Bhutan is open the entire year around for the guests however it is smarter to make the travel courses according to your nature of visit and preferences. 

The perfect time to visit Bhutan is spring (March-May) and Autumn/fall (September-November). These are the ideal times to visit Bhutan to get the most extreme adventure and hassle-free experience. Summer and winter likewise have their own specialties that could draw the attention of travelers during these seasons.

Throughout the spring the climate, for the most part, stays clear and the atmosphere is phenomenal. It is likewise the perfect time to visit Bhutan, especially for nature lovers to encounter the excellence of nature. Numerous species of flowers bloom during this season which makes your experience a colorful one.

Furthermore, the trail to Jomolhari and Druk Path Trek also opens from mid-April to May. 

Summer (June-August) on the other hand might be dubious at times because of the early arrival of monsoon.  Generally, monsoon starts in early July. Explorers who might endeavor to make some trip on the sloppy path while seeing swollen rivers, lush green forests, and thriving paddy fields could pick late summer to travel in Bhutan.

The perspective on the open clear blue sky after the downpour is something that hits you with its bewildering magnificence. 

Fall (September-November) is another great and swarmed season subsequent to spring. The climate gets gentle regardless of cold mornings and evenings. Travelers from all around the globe strap to Bhutan during this season to observe the Black-Necked-Crane festival.

October has its own importance and the valley transforms into a shade of gold as the farmers get ready to reap their rice crops during this month. 

Winter season lasts from December to February in Bhutan. And this season isn’t that packed with sightseers in contrast with different seasons. Arranging your experience throughout the winter could be a superior thought on the off chance that you want to get away from the hustle-bustle of the peak season.

Throughout the winter Bhutan may see some snowfall. The temperature level of Bhutan goes down during winter, that is also below the freezing point, throughout some winter days.

Bhutan Tour Packages

The mesmerizing Bhutan Tour Packages offers you the opportunity to unveil the hidden gems of the mystical kingdom Bhutan. Ranging from the majestic Himalayan range to the marvelous monasteries along with the purest Buddhist religion, Bhutan Tour Packages offers a lot to its visitors. 

The kingdom of Himalayas, Bhutan presents the age-old culture and tradition along with the splendid natural landscapes. People consider it as the last Shangri-La and likewise call it the “Land of the Thunder Dragon”.

Furthermore, Bhutan also carries out environmental protection along with cultural preservation. According to the law of Bhutan, at least 60 percent of the nation should comprise the forest for the future generation. According to the present context, it’s above 70 percent.

While numerous countries in the world are struggling to limit their carbon emission, Bhutan is already a carbon negative country in the world. 

Because of all of the highlights above, the Bhutan Tour Packages offers you to explore the spiritual kingdom with its colorful combination of culture and people. 

Top 3 Bhutan Tour Packages are:

Bhutan Highlights Tour
It is among the popular Bhutan Tour Packages. Bhutan Highlights Tour covers the beautiful cities of Bhutan including Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, and Gangtey. Experience the astounding excellence of Bhutan and observe the local culture and tradition visiting age-old religious monasteries and temples dating back to the 10th century.

Explore Thimphu, the small capital of Bhutan, and the city eminent on the planet as a city with no traffic lights. Visit the old capital-Punakha, the city of religious bodies and for Buddhism aficionado, the spot to ask about old Buddhist sacred relics. Likewise, hike up to the spectacular Taktsang Monastery, the Tiger’s Nest.

Best Bhutan Tour
The Best Bhutan Tour covers all of the significant landmarks of Bhutan. It offers visits to some exceptional and noteworthy spots around the Dragon Kingdom. This spectacular tour goes around the green valley of Paro, then proceeds towards small capital Thimphu and then goes to the old capital, Punakha, and then finally ends at Paro.

The tiny capital Thimphu offers incredible and remarkable places including the National Memorial Chorten, authentic craft Bazaar, farmer’s market, and more. Whereas, the major highlight of Paro is the refreshing hike towards the iconic Taktsang Monastery. Likewise, the tour also takes to the Punakha Dzong which is apparently the most amazing Dzong in Bhutan. 

A glimpse of Bhutan Tour

This tour is a happy multi-day trip to the Dragon Kingdom and is among the ideal Bhutan Tour Packages. The visit offers adequate chances to absorb the cultural and natural wonders of Bhutan that are so interesting from the remainder of the world.

The vivid Paro provides breathtaking natural scenery such as spotting Mt. Jhomolhari from the Drugyel Dzong. Also, the tour takes you to the Ta- Dzong which gives the perspective of remarkable landscapes of Bhutan. Likewise, the major highlight of this tour is the climb to the Taktsang Monastery ‘Tiger’s Nest’ which stands at a cliff of a hill.

Furthermore, enjoy the colorful festival in Thimphu along with incredible monasteries and beautiful culture sites. Observe the daily life of Bhutanese and their craftsmanship by walking around the boulevards of Thimphu.

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