Bhutan: 7-Day Private Tour with Tiger’s Nest & Hot Bath

Discover Bhutan on a 7-day cultural journey through Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro. Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery, enjoy a hot stone bath, and experience a long-life blessing.
Day 1: Arrival in Paro and Drive to Thimphu

Meet your licensed Bhutanese guide and private driver at Paro International Airport. Drive to Thimphu through river valleys, traditional houses, and forested hills. Visit Memorial Chorten and enjoy an easy evening walk in Thimphu town.

Day 2: Thimphu Cultural Sightseeing and Long-Life Blessing

Visit Buddha Dordenma, Tashichhodzong viewpoint, Folk Heritage Museum, the Royal Textile Museum or the 13 Traditional Arts School, and the local craft area. Today also includes a traditional long-life blessing arranged at Farm House or Templa. This blessing gives travelers a peaceful introduction to Bhutan’s living Buddhist culture.

Day 3: Thimphu to Punakha via Dochula Pass

Drive across Dochula Pass, known for its 108 chortens and beautiful Himalayan views on clear days. Continue to Punakha, one of Bhutan’s most beautiful valleys. Visit Chimi Lhakhang and walk gently through village paths, rice fields, and traditional homes.

Day 4: Punakha Dzong, Suspension Bridge, and Farmhouse Lunch

Visit Punakha Dzong, one of Bhutan’s most impressive fortress monasteries, located between two rivers. Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge and enjoy a farmhouse lunch with a local Bhutanese family. This meal is a warm cultural experience where guests enjoy local food and learn about daily life in the valley.

Day 5: Punakha to Paro with Traditional Hot Stone Bath

Drive back to Paro through Dochula and Thimphu. In Paro, visit Rinpung Dzong, the National Museum viewpoint, and Paro town. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath, prepared with heated river stones and local herbs for deep relaxation after the journey.

Day 6: Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike

Hike to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest, Bhutan’s most iconic sacred site. The monastery is built on a cliff above Paro Valley and is the spiritual highlight of the tour. Walk at a steady pace with your guide and enjoy rest stops along the way. After the hike, return to the hotel for a relaxed farewell evening.

Day 7: Departure from Paro

After breakfast, your guide and driver will transfer you to Paro International Airport for your onward flight.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.