Tour of the cultural highlights
Colourful prayer flags stand out brightly against the chalk-white walls of the monastery. The deep red rugs of the monks give the golden finish of the temple a warm glow. Sandwiched between Tibet and India, Bhutan is one of the few countries where traditional Himalayan Buddhism has persisted. Isolated among snow-capped peaks, Bhutan has maintained its unique identity.
You will discover this during your journey between temples and monasteries. From deep valleys to high peaks. Strolling around the market in capital Thimphu. Strolling over the rocks at the foot of the Himalayas. You will visit temples far from the inhabited world, tucked at high altitudes between rugged mountain slopes. Together with the monks you can enjoy the silence and the view over the valley.
Tips & tops of Cultural Tour Bhutan:
- The view over the Himalayas from the plane window is indescribable
- The Punakha Dzong is beautiful inside, but a small climb into the surrounding hills gives a magnificent view of this temple complex and the valley
- Make a stop at Buddha Dodernma, with more than fifty meters one of the largest Buddha statues in the world
- Catch up on the flow of bargain hunters during the weekend market in Thimphu
- On the Dochu La pass, the Himalayas demand all the attention, the view is indescribable
- The road trip to Gangtey takes you above the tree line
- In the village of Nobding you can catch your breath while enjoying a cup of butter tea
- The very rare black-necked crane benaating between November and March in the Phobjikha Valley
- In Black Mountain National Park, telescopes are ready to bring this particular bird closer
- Bumthang, collective name for valleys full of temples in Eastern Bhutan
- Take a walking tour through the valleys of Eastern Bhutan, Ura, Jakar and Tangare perfect for a day trip
- The ancient city of Paro is full of historic buildings, temples and monasteries
- Who can't get enough of history: the National Museumis full of ancient Bhutanese artefacts
- We can offer this trip in different classes of accommodations
