Striking Birds of Bhutan
19 Nights/ 20 Days
Wonders of West to East
13 Nights/ 14 Days
Scenic Western Bhutan
5 Nights/ 6 Days
Countryside Walk
6 Nights/ 7 Days
Jambay Lhakhang Drub Festival
12 Nights/ 13 Days
Black Necked Crane Festival-11 Nov
10 Nights/ 11 Days01Well Managed Tours
Organised by well trained travel management team from Aiming Bhutan Tours making your travel to Bhutan a memorable holidays
02Quality Services
Quality in terms of services like Hotel/Accomodation, Transportation, Guides, Amentities and much more..
03Confirmed Visa Approval
Our tour confirmation team takes care of all Visa confirmation and provides you with confirmed visa confirmation
Popular Tours
Bhutan the land of Thunder Dragon lies in the eastern Himalaya bounded by three sides of s
The Land of the Thunder Dragon is endlessly fascinating and is marked by raw natural beaut
Happiness is a place. It’s called Bhutan. Come explore happiest country in the world -
Experience & feel the social, cultural, traditional structures sustained at villages in a
Discover the rich culture and festive atmosphere of the Jambay Lhakhang Drup Festival set
Black Necked Crane Festival is one day annual event held at Gangtey Monastery. It is the o
Happiness is a place, it’s called Bhutan. Come explore the unknown –a land of soaring
The Kingdom of Bhutan is a sovereign nation, located towards the eastern extreme of the Hi
Bhutan is a place or destination for bikers and they are rewarded here with encountering n
Happiness is a place. It’s called Bhutan. Come explore happiest country in the world -
This mesmerizing tour will give you absorbing opportunity to uncover the pristine beauty o
The Bumthang Cultural Trek explores the highlights of the Bumthang valley, the religious h
The Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek passes by picturesque lakes, Alpine meadows, abundant wildl
This route offers a great variety of trekking conditions, from picturesque farmland and fo
Amazing Jomolhari loop is the undeviating trekking routes to Jomolhari, which is the most
Samtengang trek is best lower altitude treks in the country, could encounter the explorati
paro Tsechu is one of the biggest festivals in the Country and is held over five days. on
Attractions and Activities in Bhutan
Attractions
Jakar Dzong
Also known as Jakar Yugyal Dzong built on the site of an earlier temple established by the Ralung hierarch Yongzin Ngagi Wangchuk (1517–1554) when he came to Bhutan. Jakar Dzong may be the largest dzong in Bhutan, with a circumference of more than 1,500 metres (4,900 ft). The name Jakar is derived from the word bjakhab, meaning "white bird". It is believed that a roosting white bird signalled the proper and auspicious location to found a monastery around 1549 and this dzong was built there. It has a unique structure and make a great view of Chamkhar valley of Bumthang
Jambay Lhakhang
Also known as Temple of Maitreya is believed to be one of the 108 temples built by Tibetan King Songtsän Gampo in 659 CE on a single day to pin down an ogress to earth forever. The best known of these temples are Jokhang in Lhasa, Kichu in Paro, Bhutan and Jambay Lhakhang in Bumthang, Bhutan.It is a pilgrimage site for buddhist from around the world
Kurjay Lhakhang
One of the holy places where body imprint of Guru Rinpoche can be witnessed. It is believed that when Sindhu Raja of Bumthang fell very sick due to powerful local dieties like Shelging Karpo, he invited Guru to come to his rescue. Guru drove all the deities to a cave and meditated in the cave for 3 months and left his kurjey (body imprint) upon which the deities were subdued and Raja got well. Also a cypress tree that is believed to have sprouted from the walking stick of Guru Rinpoche is still there till today. It is also the final resting place of the previous three kings of Bhutan
Mebartsho
Or the burning lake in the Tang Valley near Bumthang, is related with Guru Rimpoche, who discovered his first terma (traditions of revelation in Tibetan Buddhism, Bön and the Greater Himalayan region) in the lake in 1475. As per legend Terton Pema Lingpa had a vision of the sacred treasures that Guru Rimpoche had hidden within the lake, centuries earlier. No one believed him. In order to prove his claims, Pema Lingpa held a butter lamp in his hand as he jumped into the lake. He re-emerged holding a chest and a scroll of paper with the butter lamp in his hand still burning bright. That's how the lake got it's name - Mebartsho (the burning Lake)
Wangdicholing Palace
Built in 1857, it is the first royal palace of Bhutan. 1st and 2nd Kings of Bhutan resided here and was the main summer residence. It is built on the site of a battle camp of the Trongsa penlop, Jigme Namgyal (father of 1st King of Bhutan). Interesting site to see is the five giant prayer wheels turned continuously by water.
Activities
Cycling
Biking around would be a great way of exploring the places in Bhutan. BTB can arrange mountain bikes for you to ride around and explore the beautiful valleys at your own pace
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Time: Evening or Morning
Cultural Show
Bhutanese dance by Bhutanese male and female dancers including Mask dance. A complete refreshing cultural show
Duration: 2 hours
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Nature Hike
A short hike to a nearby hill enyoing the chill air and the pristine nature
Attractions
Rinpung Dzong
Built in 1644 by Ngawang Namgyal, the Zhabdrung Rinpoche, it stands as a majestic symbol of authority and governance. The administrative and religious seat of Paro Dzongkhag (a state of Bhutan). Located just above Paro Chu (river) making it a picturesque delight.
Taa Dzong - National Museum
The national museum of Bhutan - Taa Dzong has artifact from around the country and some of the artefacts ranging back to even 4000 B.C E. and to the present day. Here you get to see the ancient Bhutanese culture and it is a must visit if you are interest to know and understand Bhutan better
Tiger's Nest - Taktsang
Taktshang or the Tiger's Nest got it's name from the myth that in 8th century Guru Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche) flew here on a Tigress Back and meditated to in a cave here t0 subdue the demons and provide relief to the local people of Paro. Built on a cliff that stands 10,000 feet/3,048 meter above sea level overlooking Paro valley. It is a visual treat and a holy place for pilgrimage
Kyichu Lhakhang
Also known as Kyerchu Temple or Lho Kyerchu) is an important Himalayan Buddhist temple situated in Lamgong Gewog of Paro District in Bhutan. Built in the 7th century by the Tibetan Emperor Songtsän Gampo, the Jowo Temple of Kyichu is one of the oldest temples in Bhutan. It was visited by Guru Rinpoche in the 8th century and believed to have concealed many religious relics and treasures. A holy place for pilgrimage
Drukgyal Dzong
Once a fortress constructed in 1649 by Tenzin Drukdra on the behest of Ngawang Namgyal, Zhabdrung Rinpoche to commemorate the victory over Tibet invasion, it was in ruins due to a fire in 1950's that engulfed almost everything. It has been restored now to it's full standing and it is a magnificent view surrounded by beautiful scenery around it
Activities
Cycling
Biking around would be a great way of exploring the places in Bhutan. BTB can arrange mountain bikes for you to ride around and explore the beautiful valleys at your own pace
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Time: Evening or Morning
Cultural Show
Bhutanese dance by Bhutanese male and female dancers including Mask dance. A complete refreshing cultural show
Duration: 2 hours
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Cooking Class
Bhutan has an abundance of local fresh organic vegetables and simple ways of Bhutanese cooking introduces one to a basic or rudimentary style of cooking, prevalent in the Himalayan region.
Attractions
Gangtey Goenpa
Established in 1613 by the first Peling Gyalsé Rinpoche or Gangteng Tulku, Rigdzin Pema Tinley (1564–1642), who was the grandson of the great Bhutanese "treasure revealer" Terchen Pema Lingpa (1450–1521), it overlooks Phobjika valley, famous for the black necked cranes (rare and extinct). It is an important monastery of Nyingmapa school of Buddhism, the main seat of the Pema Lingpa tradition.
Black Necked Crane Information Centre
Initiated by the Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN), the Black-Necked Crane Information Centre provides all information that you need to know about black necked cranes. It has telescopes for you to view the cranes. Journals, books and variety of print, audio-visual resources on the cranes will leave you with an everlasting fondness for this beautiful and rare cranes found only in Bhutan and Tibet.
Activities
Nature Hike
A short hike to a nearby hill enyoing the chill air and the pristine nature
Attractions
Punakha Dzong
Also known as Pungtang Dechen Photrang Dzong (meaning "the palace of great happiness or bliss"). Built by Ngawang Namgyal, 1st Zhabdrung Rinpoche, in 1637–38 and houses sacred relics of the southern Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, including the Rangjung Kasarpani and the sacred remains of Ngawang Namgyal and the tertön Pema Lingpa. It is the winter capital of Bhutan and 2nd largest dzong. It is listed as a tentative site in Bhutan's Tentative List for UNESCO inclusion
Chimi Lhakhang
Also know as Chime Lhakhang stands on a round hillock and was built in 1499 by the 14th Drukpa hierarch, Ngawang Choegyel, after the site was blessed by the "Divine Madman" the maverick saint Drukpa Kunley (1455–1529) who built a chorten on the site. Believed to be the Temple of Fertility, pilgrims & women visiting are blessed with wooden phallus (have been intended to drive away the evil eye and malicious gossip) decorated with a silver handle. Lama Drukpa Kuenley is revered for his unorthodox ways of teaching Buddhism by singing, humour and outrageous behaviour, which amounted to being bizarre, shocking and with sexual overtones
Dochula Pass
Built on the pass overlooking Thimphu valley on one side and Wangdue/Punakha on the other, it is on the way to Punakha from Thimphu on a hill top where 108 memorial chortens or stupas known as "Druk Wangyal Chortens" have been built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk, the eldest Queen Mother. Apart from the chortens there is a monastery called the Druk Wangyal Lhakhang (temple), built in honour of the fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck.
Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
Built by Her Majesty the Queen Mother, Ashi Tshering Yangdon Wangchuck for the well being of the kingdom, it's people and all sentient beings took 9 years to complete this magnificent 4 storied Chorten showcasing the expertise and marvel of Bhutanese architecture, art & paintings. Lovely view of Punakha valley awaits you after a hike on 30 to 60 minutes from the suspension bridge.
Activities
Cycling
Biking around would be a great way of exploring the places in Bhutan. BTB can arrange mountain bikes for you to ride around and explore the beautiful valleys at your own pace
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Time: Evening or Morning
Cultural Show
Bhutanese dance by Bhutanese male and female dancers including Mask dance. A complete refreshing cultural show
Duration: 2 hours
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Rafting/Kayaking
One of the most thrilling adventure sport or activity that you can undertake is Rafting or Kayaking in the white waters of Bhutan. Great experience overall. Guided by expert rafters you will remember this experience for a long long time
Nature Hike
A short hike to a nearby hill enyoing the chill air and the pristine nature
Cooking Class
Bhutan has an abundance of local fresh organic vegetables and simple ways of Bhutanese cooking introduces one to a basic or rudimentary style of cooking, prevalent in the Himalayan region.
Attractions
Memorial Chorten
Built in 1974 to honor the third Druk Gyalpo, His Majesty the 3rd King of Bhutan Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928–1972), it is one of the most prominent landmark of Thimphu. People from everywhere come here to do the Chorten Kora (going round the chorten). It looks magnificent a great place to visit and pray
Buddha Dordenma
Buddha Point is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue completed construction on September 25th 2015 celebrating 60th birth anniversary of fourth king His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck. It houses 100,000 8-inch-tall and 25,000 12-inch-tall gilded Buddhas respectively, each of which, like the Buddha Dordenma itself, will be made of bronze and gilded in gold. it will be one of the largest Buddha rupas (Form of the Awakened One) in the world, at a height of 169 feet (51.5 meters). Big ground in front makes it a nice place to stroll around and enjoy the scenic beauty of Thimphu
Changangkha Lhakhang
Lam Phajo Drugom Zhipo built it in 12th century, one of the oldest lhakhangs in the country. Lam Phajo Drugom Zhipo chose the site and the monastery houses Chenrizig (Avolokitesawara), an 11-headed, thousand-armed manifestation as the central statue. New born are brought here for naming them
Zorig Chusum
In 1680, Ngawang Namgyal, the Zhabdrung Rinpoche, ordered the establishment of the school for instruction in the thirteen traditional arts. Although the skills existed much earlier, it is believed that the zorig chusum was first formally categorised during the rule of Gyalse Tenzin Rabgye (1680-1694), the 4th Druk Desi (secular ruler). You get to witness artisans & craftsman in action in these 13 different crafts & arts which is rare view in today's machine manufacturing era. It trains the Bhutanese students on all the 13 crafts and is leading the race to preserve the culture of Bhutan
Tashichho Dzong
Traditionally been the seat of the Druk Desi (or "Dharma Raja"), the head of Bhutan's civil government, an office which has been combined with the kingship since the creation of the monarchy in 1907, and summer capital of the country. The original Thimphu dzong (the Do-Ngön Dzong, or Blue Stone Dzong) was built in 1216 by Lama Gyalwa Lhanapa (1164-1224). In 1641 Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal took over that Dzong from the Lhapa Kagyu, reconsecrated, and renamed it Tashichö-dzong. Tashichö Dzong has been the seat of Bhutan's government since 1968. It presently houses the throne room and offices of the king, the cabinet secretariat and the ministries of home affairs and finance. Lowering of the national flag in the evening around 5 pm is an event not to be missed and the lights during the night makes it a visual treat.
Takin Preserve
Takin - the national animal of Bhutan is a peculiar animal with head of a goat and body of a cow, is believed to be created by Lama Drukpa Kuenlay - The Divine Madman upon his follower's request to show a miracle. He created it by attaching the skull of a goat and bones of a cow. It is an area of 3.4 hectares (8.4 acres). It is a collaborative effort of the Royal Government of Bhutan and World Wide Fund, WWF (Bhutan), including a traditionally styled entrance gate, a small information center, signage and trash receptacles.
Simtokha Dzong
It is the 1st Dzong built by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1629 in Bhutan. Earlier called Sangak Zabdhon Phodrang (Bhutanese language meaning: "Palace of the Profound Meaning of Secret Mantras") is a small dzong in size compared to other dzongs in Bhutan. It is believed that the dzong provided protection against a demon which had disappeared into a rock close to the site and hence taken the name 'Simtoka' meaning "simmo" (demoness) and 'do' meaning "stone". The Buddhist school of Linguistics was established as part of the dzong.
Activities
Cycling
Biking around would be a great way of exploring the places in Bhutan. BTB can arrange mountain bikes for you to ride around and explore the beautiful valleys at your own pace
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Time: Evening or Morning
Cultural Show
Bhutanese dance by Bhutanese male and female dancers including Mask dance. A complete refreshing cultural show
Duration: 2 hours
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Nature Hike
A short hike to a nearby hill enyoing the chill air and the pristine nature
Cooking Class
Bhutan has an abundance of local fresh organic vegetables and simple ways of Bhutanese cooking introduces one to a basic or rudimentary style of cooking, prevalent in the Himalayan region.
Attractions
Trashigang Dzong
Built in 1659 by Trongsa Penlop Minjur Tenpa and served for centuries as an administrative headquarters and monastery, though government offices mostly relocated by 2011. It over looks the confluence of Drangme Chhu and the Gamri Chhu. This dzong is unique in architecture and here the courtyard is shared by the clergy and the monks which is not the case in other dzongs. There are many chapels in the dzong and has many religious facts to intrigue you.
Rangjung Ösel Chöling Monastery
Established by Dungse Garab Dorje Rinpoche in 1989, it is a great school of Buddhist learning. Fine images of Padmasambhava, Shantarakshita and Chögyal Trisong Detsen (Khen-Lop-Chö sum) can be viewed here. It is 16 km from Trashigang and located in a peaceful and serene environment. Nice place to be at peace with nature.
Activities
Attractions
Trongsa Dzong
Largest dzong of Bhutan, a temple was first established at the location in 1543 by the Drukpa lama, Ngagi Wangchuk son of Ngawang Chhojey. In 1647, his great-grandson Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal constructed the first dzong to replace it, called Chökhor Rabtentse Dzong with a shorter version of Choetse Dzong. It is the seat of the Trongsa Penlop (Wangchuck Dynasty) and all kings of Bhutan first becomes a Trongsa Penlop before being enthroned so this Dzong has a unique and important place in the history of Bhutan.
Ta Dzong (museum)
Originally a watch tower of Trongsa dzong, it has been converted into a museum. It is oval in shape and beautifully constructed. It houses many interesting historical facts which will enlighten you on the significance of Trongsa and the Wangchuck Dynasty in the history of Bhutan. A good source of information to understand Bhutan better.
Activities
Meet The Travel Experts
Travel Experts at Aiming Bhutan Tours brings along with them many years of Travel and Management experience and skills to make your holiday a pleasant one
Tashi Norbu
English
Flying into Bhutan
