Day 01 : Arrive Paro (2,250m) – Thimphu (2,350m)
Arrive Paro by Bhutan’s national carrier, Druk Air, and it’s a scenic flight as the plane touch down the lush green Paro Valley flying past the world’s highest mountains. Steeping down from the plane, cool, clean and fresh air welcomes the visitor, the first gift of Bhutan. After clearing the customs and visa formalities met by the representatives and transfer to Paro for lunch.
Afterwards drive to Thimphu (1 & half hrs) following Pa Chhu downstream. In Thimphu, drive on to the Buddha Terrance for a stunning view of the valley and take a drive to visit Takin Preserve to see Takin, Bhutan’s national animal – a strange looking beast which some say resembles a bee stung moose! Take a view of the majestic Tashichoe Dzong, the seat of the government before circumventing the Memorial Chorten – a monument erected in memory of Bhutan’s third king H.M. Jigme Dorjee Wangchuk. Visit Centenary Farmers Market, the new authentic craft bazaar, National Institute of Traditional Medicine that still dispenses traditional herbal medicines to the locals, the Folk Heritage Museum – a 300 year old traditional house converted into a museum. Overnight at Hotel in Thimphu.

Day 02 : Thimphu – Punakha (1,310m) via Dochula La (3,140m)
After breakfast, drive for about 1 & half hours to Punakha. Climb up the mountain road to Dochula La at 3140m. On clear weather, the pass commands a wonderful panorama of the Eastern Himalayas. From the pass, descend through varied forest and finally emerging into the highly cultivated valley of Punakha. Take a short hike through beautiful rice fields to Chime Lhakhang, a temple dedicated to Drukpa Kuenley, who as a favorite saint of the Bhutanese people is known affectionately as “the Divine Madman”. The temple is on a hillside in the middle of rice fields and has become a pilgrimage site for childless couples. Enjoy some tea and snacks at the end of hike while overlooking the fields. Overnight at Hotel in Punakha.

Day 03 : In Punakha – Hike to Khamsum Chorten (1,500)
After a fairly breakfast, hike up to Khamsum Yueley Namgyel Chorten erected by Royal queen mother for the purpose of present king in 2002. It offers a great view of the lower valley. The temple is regarded as one of the most intricate with paintings. At the temple one could see three different sect of Mahayana Buddhism. Afternoon: visit Punakha Dzong located at the confluence of the Pho-chu (male-river) and Mo-chu (female-river), the Punakha Dzong is arguably the most impressive Dzong in the country. Overnight at Hotel in Punakha.

Day 04 : Punakha – Paro (2,250m)
Drive to visit a stunning hill-top nunnery – Sangchen Dorjee Lhundrup Choeling. Have a chat with the nuns and enjoy the charm of the surrounds! The main temple is dedicated to the bodhisattva of compassion (Avaloketeshvara) and next to the temple is a beautiful Stupa and there are slate carvings of religious figures. Re-crossing Dochula and stopping at Thimphu for lunch. Arrive Paro in the afternoon and check hotel. Overnigh at Hotel in Paro.

Day 05 : Paro – Hike to Zurig Lhakhang
After breakfast, head out of the tourist trail for a short hike to 15th century Zurig Lhakhang above Paro Dzong overlooking the valley. It offers great views of Ta Dzong (watch Tower) and Paro Rinpung Dzong. En-route, visit the iconic 17th century Paro Rinpung Dzong which means “the fortress of the heap of jewels.” A quick descent takes us to covered cantilever bridge marked with giant stupas. Upon descend, drive 30 minutes to see the exterior of the remote ruins of Drukgyel Dzong (entry not allowed) and on clear day, get rewarded with a view of snow-capped Mt Jhomolhari which is the third highest mountain in Bhutan. Overnight at Hotel in Paro.

Day 06 : Paro – Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (3,120m)
This morning, excursion to Taktsang Monastery – this has to be the monastery with the most outstanding setting in Bhutan. Set on a vertical cliff face at 2950m above sea level, it defies all engineering logic. For the energetic, hike 2 hours up to get a more dramatic view of the monastery. (The hike demands a certain level of fitness and a pony ride to the monastery can be arranged at additional cost). Just on the outskirts of Paro town, visit Kyichu Lhakang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan and have the opportunity to meet the local villages in a local farm house. Overnight at Hotel in Paro.

Day 07 : Paro depart
The tour will end today. After the breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport for your departure flight. Carry smile on your face, eyes with tears and memories unlimited. Tour staffs will bid you farewell at the airport departure.

The Cost US$ ………… /- (Travelling together for Per. Person)

Single Room Supplement: US$ …. Nett.

The above prices are net payable to us and inclusive of following services:
– Accommodation on twin sharing as per below mentioned hotels
– Breakfast & dinner at the hotel and lunch at the local restaurant.
– All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
– English speaking accompanying guide
– Governmental royalty and taxes
– Entrances
– Bhutan visa fee
– 02 water bottle per person per day basis on the vehicle only

The following are NOT included in above mentioned quote:
– Insurance of any kind / medical expenses
– Beverages (alcoholic / non – alcoholic)
– Expenses of personal nature (like tipping, laundry, Telephone/fax calls, camera/video fees etc)
– Airfare & airport taxes