Day 1: Arrive at Paro International Airport
During the flight, one will experience breathtaking views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, and other famous Himalayan peaks, including the sacred Mount Chomolhari and Jitchu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be received and escorted to your hotel by our company representative.
Day 2: Paro-Thimphu
Drive for about two hours (65 km) to reach the capital city of Thimphu. En route, visit Simtokha Dzong (6 km away from Thimphu). Built in 1629 A.D., this is the oldest dzong built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the founder of Bhutan.
Afternoon: Visit the Memorial Chorten, a huge stupa built in memory of the third king who reigned from 1952–1972. Visit the Painting School, where traditional art is still preserved.
Visit the Handicrafts Emporium, where one can buy Bhutanese textiles and other arts and crafts. Visit Tashichho Dzong, the main secretariat building. It is from here that the King and other prominent civil servants run the country. The Head Abbot and the central monastic body also reside here during the summer. Evening: Visit the National Library, where vast collections of ancient manuscripts are preserved. Visit the painting and woodcraft school, where children are taught the traditional art of woodcraft and painting. Evening leisure time around Thimphu Town.
Day 3: Thimphu-Punakha/Wangdiphodrang
Drive to Punakha and Wangdiphodrang. On the way, halt at Dochula Pass (26 km) for a hot cup of tea/coffee and, on a clear day, the most spectacular view of the Eastern Himalayas. After lunch, visit the Punakha Dzong, the former winter capital and present administrative seat of the district. It is also the winter residence of the central monastic body. The Dzong (fortress) lies between two rivers, the Pochu and Mochu, meaning male and female rivers, respectively. It was built in 1637 A.D. Visit Wangdiphodrang Dzong, perched on a promontory 13 kilometers away from Punakha. The Dzong was built in 1638 A.D. Overnight in Wangdi.
Day 4: Punakha-Trongsa
Drive to Trongsa (142 km). The journey takes about 6 hours, with lunch stops en route.
Day 5: Morning Trongsa-Bumthang:
Visit Trongsa Dzong, the ancestral home of the royal family, and its watch tower. Built in 1648 A.D., it is presently the administrative seat of the district and the home of the monastic school.The view from here extends for many kilometers, and in the old days, it was a vigilance point for both the eastern and western routes. Thus, the strategic importance of this dzong. The watchtower, located directly above the Dzong, has on display many interesting armors and other war paraphernalia used by ancient warriors. later drive for 3 hours (68 km) to reach Bumthang.
Day 6: Bumthang sightseeing
Visit the historical Jakar Dzong, built in 1646 AD by Minjur Tenpa, the third Druk Desi (temporal ruler). In 1683 AD, it was extended by Gyalse Tenzin Rabgay, the fourth Desi. Visit several ancient and sacred monasteries, such as the Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Kencho Sum Lhakhang, Tamshing, and Pema Samba Lhakhangs. Also visit member Tso's “The Flaming Lake.” Which is considered one of the most important pilgrimage spots. A trip to the Bumthang Swiss farm is also interesting.
Day 7: A full-day excursion to Ura Valley
Visitors can drive up to Ura and take a leisurely stroll through the quaint and clustered village. Ura also has a beautiful Buddhist monastery. You will also see yaks grazing in the rich pastureland. Pack lunch at Ura and return to Bumthang in the evening.
Day 8: Drive to Gangtey (174 kms from Bumthang)
Overnight at Gangtey. Gangtey is a beautiful meadow situated at an altitude of 3000 m. It promises breathtaking views of the Black Mountain range. Phobjikha, the valley stretching boundlessly from below Gangtey, is the winter habitat of the rare and endangered Black Necked Cranes.
Day 9: After breakfast, drive to Paro (190 Kms)
Sightseeing in Paro: Drive to Drugyal Dzong (a ruined fortress, 16 km away from Paro town). The dzong, although in ruins, holds great historical significance.
Afternoon: Visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong). The watchtower for the Rinpung Dzong was converted into the National Museum in 1968.
Visit Paro Rinpung Dzong. A flagstone path rises gradually from a beautiful wooden bridge with shingle roofing and abutted by two guardhouses to the dzong.
Day 10: A short trek to Taktsang Monastery
The name Taktsang means “Tiger’s Nest.” It is said that in the second half of the 8th century, Guru Padma Sambhava alighted here upon the back of a tigress.
Evening: casual stroll through Paro Town for shopping or visit some village homes.
Day 11: Morning departure from Paro Airport
Our representative (your tour escort) will bid you a bon voyage
