This fortress, now a burned shell, was once strategic in Bhutan’s defense against the Tibetan invasion. Mt. Chomolhari, the sacred summit, reaches skyward beyond the Dzong. This can by viewed on a clear day. On the way back you visit a typical Bhutanese farm house. After lunch walk up the hill just above Olathang Hotel to stretch your legs for the excursion to taktsang Monastery view point
Highlights & Overview

Arrival in Paro with scenic Druk Air flight over the Himalayas

Sightseeing in Paro including Paro Dzong, National Museum, and Kyichu Lhakhang

Thimphu city tour with Tashichho Dzong, Memorial Chorten, and handicraft centers

Drive across Dochula Pass with 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens and Himalayan views

Trongsa Dzong – historic fortress and masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture

Bumthang Valley exploration – cultural heartland of Bhutan

Visit to Jakar Dzong, Kurjey Lhakhang, and Tamshing Monastery

Nganglhakhang village visit – traditional lifestyle in the Bumthang region

Ugyenchholing Palace Museum and rural village experiences

Scenic drives through lush valleys, rice terraces, and pine forests

Interaction with local people, culture, and traditional Bhutanese hospitality
The Bhutan Cultural and Valley Exploration Tour is a remarkable journey through the mystical Land of the Thunder Dragon, offering a perfect balance of history, spirituality, and scenic beauty. Beginning in Paro, travelers experience the essence of Bhutanese culture with visits to landmarks such as the Paro Dzong, the National Museum, and Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in the country.
The adventure continues in Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital city, where modernity blends seamlessly with tradition. Visitors explore the majestic Tashichho Dzong, admire the Memorial Chorten, and discover traditional arts and crafts that preserve Bhutan’s cultural heritage. Crossing the breathtaking Dochula Pass, adorned with 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens and offering magnificent views of the Himalayan peaks, the journey leads deeper into central Bhutan.
In Trongsa, the imposing Trongsa Dzong dominates the landscape, serving as a historical and spiritual center that once controlled vital trade routes. Traveling further, the road unfolds into the Bumthang Valley, often considered the spiritual and cultural heartland of Bhutan. Here, the Jakar Dzong, sacred temples like Kurjey Lhakhang and Tamshing Monastery, and vibrant festivals reveal the depth of Bhutanese Buddhism and its living traditions.
The tour also includes visits to the picturesque Nganglhakhang village and the Ugyenchholing Palace Museum, offering insights into rural life, noble traditions, and Bhutan’s timeless heritage. Along the way, travelers are rewarded with scenic drives through lush valleys, terraced fields, and forests of pine and rhododendron, capturing the serene beauty that makes Bhutan so unique.
Designed for travelers who wish to discover Bhutan’s culture and landscapes without engaging in high-altitude trekking, this cultural journey offers a deep and meaningful exploration of Bhutan’s fortresses, monasteries, traditional villages, and mountain valleys. With its blend of spirituality, history, and natural charm, this Bhutan tour promises an enriching experience that lingers long after the journey ends.