3 nights 4 days Bhutan Tour

Bhutan, a landlocked and mountainous nation in South Asia, isolated itself from the rest of the world for centuries. It started to open up to the outside world in the seventies. Predominantly a Buddhist nation, Bhutan fiercely guards its ancient traditions which are reflected in its unspoiled culture.
Known as South Asia’s most peaceful country, Bhutan is the only nation in the world that officially measures Gross National Happiness and keeps it above Gross National Product. 95% of Bhutanese claim to be very happy with their life. They are proud of their culture and identity. Untouched by the western culture and lifestyle, they play their national game archery, originated 100s of years ago and carrom board to kill the time rather than watching TV or going clubs. Their beliefs and values are reflected in their festivals of music and dancing. Basically an agricultural country, 80% Bhutanese still follow the traditional way of farming, despite the hard life they always seem smiling and that’s the beauty of Bhutan. Good government, beautiful natural surroundings, and strong family values have undoubtedly contributed to the happiness of citizens.
Bhutan has something truly magical. It has implemented some of the amazing laws such as it has banned the production and sales of tobacco products, smoking in public area is punishable crime, it’s mandatory to wear a national dress, it is trying to preserve its arts and tradition by making people wear its national dress to school, government buildings, and formal occasions. Surprisingly, there is no traffic light. The traffic light was installed previously, but the locals protested and it was taken down.
Bhutan is the world’s only carbon sink nation. 72% of the land is forested and it’s in the constitution to keep 60% of land forested. Anyone caught killing endangered species are sentenced to life.
Bhutan’s lone international Airport is at Paro where tourist arrives by Drukair flights. Bhutan’s national museum is located at Paro which is a must-see however, you are not allowed to take the picture inside the museum. The Paro valley view from the museum location is magnificent. In Paro, you can find plenty of hotels, coffee shops, and restaurants.
Taktsang Palphug Monastery is probably one of the most popular monasteries in the world and the most beautiful place in Bhutan. The trail has lots of prayer flags. There is a waterfall on the way. Unfortunately, you can’t take the camera inside the monastery. At the back of the monastery, there is a small cave. The paintings on the walls are mesmerizing. It is an almost 5 hours round trip.