Pilgrimage Circuit: Chimi Lhakhang & Sacred Sites | 6 Nights and 7 Days Bhutan Package
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- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Pilgrimage Circuit: Chimi Lhakhang & Sacred Sites is a thoughtfully paced 6-night, 7-day Bhutan tour package designed for spiritual seekers and cultural travelers. This Bhutan Pilgrimage tour package combines the serene valleys of Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha with iconic sacred sites like Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple) and Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest). Expect gentle hikes, monastery blessings, traditional rituals, and time for quiet reflection amid Himalayan scenery.
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Itinerary
Arrival in Paro — Welcome to the Kingdom of Bhutan
Arrive at Paro International Airport. Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, visit Paro Rinpung Dzong and the nearby Ta Dzong (National Museum) to get an orientation to Bhutanese history and art. Enjoy a relaxed evening and a briefing for the pilgrimage circuit.
Activities are light on arrival to help acclimatize.
Paro: Tiger’s Nest Hike or Cultural Sightseeing
Optional morning hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) — a 4–5 hour round trip (moderate to strenuous). For those preferring a lighter day, explore Kyichu Lhakhang and village trails around Paro. In the evening, participate in a short puja or meditation session at a local monastery.
If you plan to hike to Tiger’s Nest, start early and bring layered clothing, water, and sturdy shoes.
Thimphu: Capital Sights & Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass
Drive to Thimphu after breakfast. Visit Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, and Changangkha Lhakhang. After lunch depart for Punakha crossing the scenic Dochula Pass (3,100 m) with its 108 memorial chortens and panoramic Himalayan views. Arrive in Punakha in the late afternoon.
Carry a light jacket for Dochula Pass; conditions can be windy and cool.
Punakha: Dzong, Suspension Bridge & Riverside Walks
Visit the exquisite Punakha Dzong, the historical seat of Bhutanese government, beautifully set at the confluence of the Pho and Mo rivers. Walk across the Punakha Suspension Bridge, then stroll to the Rangjung Kharsapani viewpoints or enjoy a relaxed afternoon by the riverside.
Punakha sits at a lower altitude — expect warmer temperatures. Respect monastic areas and dress modestly.
Chimi Lhakhang Pilgrimage Day — Blessings & Village Immersion
Today is the core of the pilgrimage: travel through scenic villages to Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple). Receive a blessing from the resident monk, walk the prayer path, and learn about local fertility rituals and legends associated with Drukpa Kunley (the Divine Madman). Spend time meeting villagers and visiting nearby prayer houses.
Pilgrims often bring offerings (candles, tsampa); modest clothing is required for temple visits.
Paro: Sacred Sites, Drugyel Ruins & Cultural Farewell
Return to Paro. En route or upon arrival visit Drugyel Dzong (ruins) and Kyichu Lhakhang if not already covered. Spend the afternoon browsing Paro’s handicraft shops for traditional Bhutanese textiles and souvenirs. In the evening enjoy a farewell traditional Bhutanese cultural performance (where available).
Keep souvenirs small and light for flight luggage limits.
Departure — Bhutan Till We Meet Again
Transfer to Paro International Airport for your departure flight. If time permits, enjoy a final short walk in Paro or visit a nearby monastery for last-minute prayers and reflections.
Check flight times and allow sufficient time for airport formalities; international flights often depart early.
Inclusions
- All land transportation in a private vehicle with driver and licensed guide
- 6 nights accommodation (standard, deluxe, or boutique options available on request)
- Daily breakfast and selected local meals as per itinerary
- Entrance fees to monuments and cultural sites listed in the itinerary
- Traditional welcome and cultural briefing
- Local guide services, taxes, and service charges
- Permits and visa arrangement support (government fees extra where applicable)
This Bhutan Pilgrimage package includes spiritual visits and guided pujas where available.
Exclusions
- International airfare to/from Bhutan
- Bhutan visa / sustainable development fee (government levy) unless specified
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, phone calls)
- Meals not specified in the itinerary and alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities (e.g., horseback rides, additional hikes) and entrance fees not listed
- Single supplement for solo travelers (if applicable)
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