The former capital of Bhutan, Punakha is not a quiet abode like it used to be previously. It is a relatively warm place resembling the meadow of paradise. You can also take long walks amidst the paddy fields to explore the ultimate beauty of Punakha. So, to explore this place you must include it on your Bhutan tour package to have a memorable trip to this former capital city in Bhutan, especially during the winter time. Winter in Punakha!!
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Do you like the season of winter? Then Bhutan, especially Punakha is the best time to visit in winter. It usually starts from September and remains till the end of December. The weather stays usually cold and the degrees vary according to the months. During December, it gets frozen and snow makes this land a white fairy-land. Also, woolen clothes must not be forgotten while on your winter trip to Punakha! Are you ready for Punakha 4 days tour? Then here it is! Enjoyable trip to the former capital of Bhutan!! Location: Punakha Duration: 3 Nights/4 days
Day 1: Punakha welcomes you!!
You can start your journey to Punakha by booking our reliable car rental from Bagdogra airport and head off for a lovely journey to the mystical land. Along with road sightseeing you will reach Punakha by night. As it will be a long journey you need to take a good night's sleep at one of the hotel to freshen up for your next day sightseeing tour. Distance: 370 kilometers Time: 10 hours and 26 minutes approximately Overnight stay at the hotel
Day 2: Never ending beauty of Punakha!!
Early morning, after breakfast you can leave from the hotel for a full day sightseeing tour in Punakha. You can start with clicking pictures at:
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
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This is Punakha Suspension Bridge. At 160 metres, it is the longest in Bhutan and perched above the Po Chhu River. https://t.co/ycBb45lJVe pic.twitter.com/HLhNiK8WGO
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- Let the river take you on rafting and thrilling tour
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- Finally take spiritual surroundings of Chimi Lhakhang Temple.
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On the way, you can have lunch at some restaurant and return to your hotel in the late afternoon. In the evening you can stroll around the local markets, have some delicacies in a restaurant and enjoy the nightlife of the city. Overnight stay at the hotel
Day 3: Excitement is still on!!
The fantastic and ornate interior of this Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup #nunnery. #Bhutan #travel https://t.co/vq6ajJ72Ec pic.twitter.com/FSa9LSyqtm
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Next day, early morning you can leave for Punakha sightseeing. You can get mesmerized with the serene atmosphere at Punakha Dzong. You can take strolls around the Dzong to enjoy the serenity and spend some time knowing about the life of monks. Also, don't miss to visit the famous Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery. In the afternoon you can sit at a restaurant for some delicious cuisines. On your way back to the hotel you can enjoy the sightseeing of the roads and reach Punakha town. In the evening you can do some traditional shopping and have a lovely stay at Punakha before you leave.https://www.tripadvisor.in/Attractions-g293844-Activities-c26-Bhutan.html Overnight stay at the hotel
4.Bid Goodbye!!
On the final day check-out from the hotel to leave the city of Punakha, and start for your onward journey to your hometown. It was a short trip though but you can plan for a bigger trip next time to explore the whole of Bhutan. We know it was a short trip though but we bet it will give you lots of memories to you to cherish forever. Moreover, this trip might compel you to revisit this town along with the whole of Bhutan to be included in your list the next time.