Bhutan Overview Tour – 08 Days

Bhutan is popularly known as the land of Thunder Dragon worldwide for its symbolic representation of mythical creature -Dragon. Also known as The Last Shangrila, it is a discreet and smaller nation located deep inside the Himalaya. It is also one of the few nations in the world to have preserved the practice of monarchy, and boasts rich Buddhist architecture, pristine lakes, scenic forested valleys and admirable lifestyle.

The tour of Bhutan primarily focuses on bringing out the best of geographical and cultural elements of the nation. Paro, Punakha, Thimpu and Gangtey are the major tourist getaways; these places are rich in architectural relics, ethnic lifestyle, authentic diners and scenic destinations. Essentially a nation with 90% of the people engaged in agriculture, Bhutan is predominantly Buddhist, practicing the tantric form of Mahayana Buddhism.

This trip facilitates touring and trekking opportunities. You can drive around most of the destinations, and choose to trek to Tiger’s Nest –atop the tall rock. The tallest Gangkar Puensum peak, Jigme Dorje National Park and Haa valley are the landmarks and the must visit places in Bhutan.

Masked dances and dance dramas are common traditional features at festivals, usually accompanied by traditional music. If you are lucky, you may get to witness the iconic Chaam dance, where the performer dons a hugemask depicting the God and dance in the traditional music.