Bhutan Tour with Yoga Retreat 7 Days

As you arrive in Bhutan, you'll be greeted by the breathtaking view of a narrow valley and the majestic Mount Jumolhari and Jichu Drake. Our official representative will be waiting for you at Paro airport, ready to extend a warm hospitality and escort you to today's destination - Thimphu.

After arriving at the hotel, we'll quickly freshen up and drop off our belongings in our rooms so that we can start exploring the city without any delay. Our first stop will be Tashichho Dzong, a magnificent and iconic structure located on the banks of the Wang River. Once we've taken in the magnificent atmosphere at Tashichho Dzong, we'll head over to Changangkha Lhakhang to receive a holy blessing. This will give us a glimpse of what Bhutan is like in reality. Finally, we'll head back to the hotel for a good night's rest.

In this land of peace and serenity, you will kick start your day by participating on about an hour Yoga Session at the hotel which begins at 7:00 am. The session is led by experienced and trained yoga professional with various yoga postures. After the Yoga you will take breakfast before beginning our guided sightseeing of attractions in Thimphu.

After checking out of the hotel, you'll embark on a scenic drive to visit a colossal golden Buddha statue, perched atop a gilded meditation hall called Buddha Dordenma. There's a fascinating optical illusion at play here, as visitors seem to be gazing at a single statue, but in reality, they're witnessing a whopping 125,000 Buddhas! These mini Buddhas, ranging in height from 8 to 12 inches, are enshrined within the enlightened bronze chest of the Buddha Dordenma statue. The monument was erected in 2015 to commemorate the 60th birthday of Jigme Singye Wangchuck, Bhutan's fourth king.

Our next destination for the day is the Motithang Takin Preserve, where you can catch a glimpse of the national animal of Bhutan, the Takin. After that, we will take a break for lunch before continuing our exploration at the National Memorial Chorten, a beautiful monument built to honour the late king Jigme. Our next stop will be Simtokha Dzong, a 17th-century fortress and monastery renowned for its intricate carvings and colourful murals. Later in the day, we will visit the Thimphu weekend market, which is open from Friday to Sunday and offers a chance to experience the local way of life.

We'll kick off our morning with a 30-minute yoga session at 7:00 am. Afterward, you can enjoy a scrumptious breakfast before making your way to Punakha, taking in the refreshing mountain air along the way. Along the route, we'll stop at Dochula Pass (3,110 - 3120m) for an awe-inspiring view of the mountain range, which comprises 26 peaks ranging from 5,390 metres to 7,570 meters in height. Before we arrive in Punakha, we'll visit Sopsokha village, explore the rice fields, and pay a visit to the famous fertility temple of Chimi Lhakhang. This temple, situated on the round hilltop of Lobesa Valley, was built back in 1499 by the 14th Drukpa, Ngawang Chogyal, to honour the Divine Madman, Drukpa Kunley. In the evening, at around 4:30 pm, your designated Yoga instructor will teach you various yoga techniques, postures, and practices for approximately an hour, taking your mind and soul to the next level. Finally, relax and enjoy your overnight stay in Punakha.

Your morning will start with an invigorating yoga session led by an expert at the hotel. The session lasts about an hour and once it's over, the sightseeing tour will begin right after breakfast. You'll first visit Punakha Dzong, the second oldest and second largest Dzong in Bhutan, which is uniquely located between two rivers - Puna Tsang Chu and the other coming down from the Laya Gasa region. Afterward, you'll drive through farm fields to reach Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, which offers a magical view of the entire region. The four-story stupa contains images of deities, mandalas, and more. You'll be back at the hotel by around 5:00 pm and can join another yoga session in the evening.

Just like every other day, the yoga session will start at 7:00 am sharp and last until 8:00 am. You'll feel rejuvenated and revitalized after attending the continuous yoga sessions that you've been enjoying for the past few days. Once you've had your breakfast and packed your belongings, you'll embark on a scenic drive from Punakha to Paro. You'll be passing by the incredible Dochu La Pass again, which is a sight to behold.

Once you arrive in Paro, you'll have the opportunity to visit the National Museum and witness the famous ancient watchtower known as Ta Dzong. From there, you'll drive to see the Kyichu Lhakhang, which is a magnificent seventh-century temple that's revered as one of the most splendid sites of worship in Bhutan.

Later on in the day, at 4:00 pm, the yoga session will begin again at your hotel and will last until 5:00 pm. After the refreshing session, you'll have time to explore the evening market and purchase some souvenirs to take home with you.

Today, you'll be visiting Bhutan's most iconic attraction, the Tiger's Nest Monastery. To get there, you'll need to drive to its base and then take a short hike. According to legend, Guru Rinpoche, an 8th-century Indian Buddhist master, was carried up the mountain on the back of a disciple who had transformed herself into a tigress. Once they arrived, Guru Rinpoche spent three years, three months, three days, and three hours meditating in the cave. After he finished, it became a holy place known as Paro Taktsang or Tiger's Nest Monastery. Located at the clifftop, the monastery offers a wide-angle view of the surrounding areas. As you hike higher, the trail gets steeper and zig-zags between the trees to make the slope easier to climb. You'll get to witness legendary caves where Guru Rimpoche is said to have landed to meditate after flying on a tiger's back. Explore the thangka paintings, statues of Lord Buddha, and other deities before heading back down the trail. Once back at your hotel, join the last yoga session of this trip and relax until the next morning.