Phobjikha Valley & Gangtey Monastery Tour
Glacial valley sanctuary of the rare endangered Black-necked Cranes
Trip Overview & Experiences
Venture into one of Bhutan’s most tranquil hidden sanctuaries: the U-shaped glacial Phobjikha Valley. Perched on the edge of the Black Mountains at 9,840 ft, this valley is home to the 17th-century Gangtey Monastery and serves as the winter home for hundreds of revered Black-necked Cranes migrating from Tibet.
Package Key Highlights
Detailed Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Thimphu
Pick up and transfer to Thimphu.
Day 2: Thimphu Highlights
Buddha Dordenma and Memorial Chorten.
Day 3: Thimphu to Phobjikha Valley via Dochula Pass
Cross Dochula Pass and Pele La Pass into pristine Phobjikha.
Day 4: Gangtey Nature Trail & Crane Sanctuary
Walk the famous Gangtey nature trail and visit the crane sanctuary.
Day 5: Phobjikha to Punakha Valley
Drive down into Punakha valley and visit Punakha Dzong.
Day 6: Punakha to Paro Valley
Drive to Paro and visit Rinpung Dzong.
Day 7: Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike
Hike to the legendary cliffside Taktsang monastery.
Day 8: Departure from Paro
Transfer to Paro airport.
Transparent Inclusions & Exclusions
What is Included
- 7 Nights 3-Star Certified Stays
- Breakfast & Dinner
- Private Cab
- Guide & Permits
What is Not Included
- ✕Airfare
- ✕SDF fee
- ✕Personal expenses
Choose Your Stay Tier
Rates are per person on double-sharing basis with breakfast and private vehicle transfers.
Sights on This Tour
The sprawling U-shaped glacial valley of Phobjikha
Punakha Dzong river confluence
Tiger’s Nest monastery
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