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7-Day Black Necked Crane Festival with Tiger's Nest
A richer Black Necked Crane Festival itinerary with Thimphu, Punakha, Phobjikha, Gangtey, Paro, and Tiger's Nest.
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
RouteParo - Thimphu - Punakha - Gangtey / Phobjikha - Paro
Best ForConservation festival with Punakha
Tour CodeUH-FT-006
Black Necked Crane FestivalPunakhaGangteyTiger's Nest
Day 01: Arrival in Paro - Transfer to Thimphu
- Arrival at Paro International Airport
- Traditional welcome with khaddar
- Scenic drive to Thimphu (approx. 1.5 hrs)
- Drive along Paro River via Chuzom
- En-route stop at Tachogang Lhakhang & suspension bridge
- Visit Buddha Dordenma viewpoint
- Leisure walk in Thimphu city & local markets
- Overnight stay in Thimphu (2,400 m)
Day 02: Thimphu Sightseeing - Drive to Punakha
- Drive past National Memorial Chorten
- Explore Simply Bhutan or Folk Heritage Museum
- Scenic drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass
- Stop at Dochula Pass (108 chortens & Himalayan views)
- Visit Punakha Dzong (river confluence fortress)
- Visit Suspension Bridge(Longest in Bhutan)
- River Rafting in the Punakha River(Additional Cost)
- Overnight stay in Punakha (1,350 m)
Day 03: Punakha - Drive to Gangtey / Phobjikha
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Gentle village walk through Sopsokha / Metshina village
- Scenic drive to Phobjikha Valley via Wangdue
- Visit Gangtey Monastery (Gangtey Gompa)
- Walk Gangtey Nature Trail
- Overnight stay in Gangtey / Phobjikha (2,900 m)
Day 04: Black Necked Crane Festival
- Full-day visit to Black Necked Crane Festival at Gangtey Gonpa
- Experience cultural performances, local community gathering & crane conservation celebration
- Overnight stay in Gangtey / Phobjikha (2,900 m)
Day 05: Gangtey / Phobjikha - Drive to Paro
- Scenic drive back to Paro via Wangdue, Dochula Pass & Chuzom
- Stop at Dochula Pass (weather permitting)
- Leisure evening in Paro town
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 06: Paro Sightseeing
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang (one of Bhutan's oldest temples)
- Optional hot stone bath & farmhouse dinner (additional cost)
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 07: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Paro International Airport
- Departure from Bhutan with memories of the Himalayas
Prices mentioned are for international travelers and do not apply to regional travelers from India, Bangladesh, or Maldives.