Bhutan an isolated country on the lap of the Himalayas is one of the most desired nations in Asia. It is a landlocked kingdom preserving its culture, religion, and history from a haphazard race of modernism. The kingdom opened its border for tourism in 1974 but only for selective tourists who can spend USD 200 per person, per day.
Around 60% of its land is covered with forest, Bhutan is one of the Buddhist nations and is also referred to as the Switzerland of Asia. People are friendly and loyal to the king, their unique culture, customs, and traditions carry the sect of Mahayana Buddhism.
Holding numerous Buddhist monasteries, Bhutan is rich in diverse vegetation, flora, and fauna and holds the title of ‘Asia’s Happiest Country’ and ‘8th Happiest Country in the World’.
Short Bhutan Tour is a special customized tour package for travelers who want to explore Bhutan's diversity in a short time span. This will make you explore the culture, customs, religion, history, and nature of Bhutan which has been hidden for decades.
Visiting two popular cities of Bhutan i.e., Paro and Thimphu, one can trace the diversity of the ancient kingdom and learn how Buddhism has impacted the country to gain its popularity in every aspect. This will open your window to the hidden kingdom, its nature, and its rich culture, taking you through rich art and architecture.
The majestic monastery built on the hilltop, Himalayas, hills, etc. are some of the attractive sights of this tour. The scenic drive through the hilly areas, villages, rivers, etc. will be an enchanting journey.
So, what to wait for give a try to one of the cleanest countries in Asia with your friends and family. We assure you this will be one of the best journeys, never to forget.
Benefits of Short Bhutan Tour
Although the Short Bhutan Tour is just 4 Night 5 Day Trip to Bhutan, this covers the best of Bhutan in this 5 Day Trip covering the beautiful cities of Paro and Thimphu in a more relaxing way, exploring all the sites of those places.
Apart from the sites, you will be able to explore the typical village life and countryside together while driving from Paro to Thimphu and vice versa. This drive will be a majestic one with a scenic view.
However, if you want to extend the Bhutan Tour further according to your time frame, you will have multiple options for this.
Facts about Bhutan
- Bhutan is the only country in South Asia that has implemented a National Dress Code mandatory for its citizens. The Man wears Gho which is a knee-length cloth and the female wears Kira a traditional sort of Sari-like dress. However, now it is mandatory for government employees, and for others, it's free to select.
- Bhutan is the only country that has the custom of Matrilineal, where the property is transfered to daughters and the married man moves to the house of the woman. Hence, property is owned by women.
- Cigarettes are banned in Bhutan, tobacco products can't be produced or sold here and are regarded as an illegal act, punishable by a fine.
- Bhutan was the last country in the world to introduce TV and the Internet before this was banned in the country.
- Bhutan is a Himalayan Kingdom and the only International Airport is situated in Paro which lies in a deep valley and is regarded as one of the most dangerous airports in the world. Flight to Bhutan commerced only during the day time and in perfect weather and only 8 Pilots are certified to land at Paro.
- Bhutan is a country where 72% of its land is covered by forest and the country doesn't promote big industries here and is the country with carbon negative.
There are numerous beautiful places one can visit in BHUTAN and this depends upon the length of holiday one has for this majestic country. To learn more about the tourist places and the best highlights of Bhutan, you can check our blog GUIDE TO BHUTAN TOUR/ BEST BHUTAN TOUR PACKAGES.
Bhutan Holidays- 4 night / 5 days Highlights:
- Enjoy a scenic flight to Paro, one of the most thrilling airports.
- Explore the culture of Mahayana Buddhism
- Visit numerous monasteries, gallery and art museums.
- Visit Taktsang Monastery, one of the sacred located at the hilltop
- Take a scenic drive from Paro to Thimphu
- Observe the hidden culture and religion of Bhutan
