Things to Do in Bhutan

Bhutan’s experiences immerse you in the truly breath-taking scenery around you. Bhutan is famous for its festivals which are a myriad of colors, movements and blessings and worth spending a day soaking it all in if you visit while one is taking place. On each experience you will learn about the mystical, magical and truly unbelievable folk tales which make up Bhutanese history and the guides will bring each story to life as you embark on your journey through the country.

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Paro Sunday Market

Paro Sunday Market

Paro, Bhutan

If you are in Paro on a Sunday then absolutely visit the local market. See a variety of vegetables on offer from 0630 until about 1000, and you can then see the archery ground following your visit.
Dressing up in traditional Bhutanese dress

Dressing up in traditional Bhutanese dress

Bhutan

Anyone who works in Bhutan must wear traditional national dress, and you can have the chance to dress up for a few hours to see how it feels. The Bhutanese absolute love visitors doing it!
Day Trip to Chelela Pass and Hike Kila Goenpa

Day Trip to Chelela Pass and Hike Kila Goenpa

Chelela Pass, Paro

Chele La Pass is known to be the highest motorable pass in Bhutan and provides wonderful views over Ha Valley and Paro District, which you have the chance to view today before taking a scenic hike and visit to Kila Nunnery.
Kyichu Lhakhang

Kyichu Lhakhang

Paro, Bhutan

The Kyichu Lhakhang is one of the oldest temples in Bhutan, dating from the 7th century and constructed by the Tibetan Emperor Songtsan Gampo.
Kurje Lhakhang & Bumthang Village Walk

Kurje Lhakhang & Bumthang Village Walk

Bumthang, Bhutan

The Kurje Lhakhang Monastery is worth visiting as it was where Guru Rinpoche meditated before his tiger flew him to Tigers Nest Monastery. Continue through villages and then along the river back to Bumthang.
Hilltop Nunnery Visit

Hilltop Nunnery Visit

Punakha, Bhutan

This evening visit Sangchhen Dorji Lhendrup Lhakhang Nunnery which is home to a higher learning and meditation center for nuns, as well as being home to some of the most impressive statues in Bhutan.
Nalanda Buddhist College and Nobgang Walk

Nalanda Buddhist College and Nobgang Walk

Punakha, Bhutan

This fantastic experience combines the Sangchen Nunnery, the Nalanda Buddhist College and the Nobgang Village walk which takes you from the high hills above Punakha and winds gently down to the Punakha Dzong - you approach it almost vertically!
Day walk through Phobjikha

Day walk through Phobjikha

Bumthang, Bhutan

Take a day walk around the Phobjikha valley, an ideal hike to see the black-neck cranes from November to late March, or simply to experience the villages and farms along the way. See the Crane Information center at the end.
Paro Dzong & National Museum

Paro Dzong & National Museum

Paro, Bhutan

The Paro Dzong, or Rinpung Dzong as it is otherwise called, looms above the town of Paro. On the hill above the Dzong in the former watchtower you can visit the National Museum.
Farmhouse Visit & Home-Cooked Dinner

Farmhouse Visit & Home-Cooked Dinner

Paro, Bhutan

Visit Kyichu Lhakang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan dating back to 7th century before meeting with local community members in a nearby farmhouse to enjoying a home-cooked dinner.
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