Bhutan is an enchanted Buddhist kingdom nestled between China and India in the lapse of mighty Himalayas. This serene Himalayan Kingdom is renowned for its monasteries, fortresses (or dzongs), ancient temples, harmonious society and dramatic landscapes that range from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys.
Take flight to Bangkok
Upon arrival, walk to Nairport hotel in Bangkok
Stay overnight in Bangkok.
Check out and proceed to Bangkok Airport to check in for your early morning flight to Paro.
The flight with Druk Air to Paro via Calcutta crosses the Himalaya Mountains, affording spectacular views of the awesome peaks, including the sacred Jumolhari and Jichu Drake Peaks in Bhutan. Upon arrival in Paro, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
In the afternoon you can visit the Paro Dzong. It was built in 1,646 and now houses government offices and religious institutions, as do all the dzongs ( Forts ) currently. You can then tour the National Museum, which houses a wide collection of fine arts, paintings, statues, and antiques. Afterward will visit Kyichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in the country. In the evening you can stroll through the Paro market and the town. Overnight in Paro.
After breakfast, hike to Taktsang ( Tiger's Nest ) Monastery, which is Bhutan's most famous monastery. It is perched on the edge of a steep cliff, about 900 meters above Paro Valley. The hike to reach the viewpoint to the monastery makes a nice half-day excursion. After lunch, drive to Thimphu ( Around 2 hours ).
In the evening explore the Thimphu town - The capital of Bhutan and observe the lifestyle of the Bhutanese. Also visit some interesting handicraft shops. Overnight in Thimphu.
After breakfast, visit the King's Memorial Chorten ( Built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1,952 - 1,972 ), Changgangkha Monastery, the radio tower ( For a great view of Thimphu Valley and the Thimphu Dzong ), and the zoo, which contains the national animal of Bhutan: The Takin. Also, visit the Nunnery Temple, the National Library ( Which houses ancient manuscripts ), and the School of Arts and Crafts ( Also known as the painting school ).
After a relaxing lunch, visit the National Institute of Traditional Medicine, a traditional paper factory, the majestic Tashichodzong, and Simtokha Dzong ( The oldest fortress in the kingdom ). Overnight in Thimphu.
After breakfast, drive to Wangduephodrang, with a stop en route for tea break at Dochu La ( 3,100 meters ), where on a clear day you can get a spectacular view of the Himalayas.
After lunch, will continue drive to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan, and visit Punakha Dzong, which is noteworthy both for being one of the most beautiful dzongs in Bhutan and also for having been built by the first Shabdrung in 1,637. On the way back, stop at Metshina Village and take a 20-minute walk through the rice fields to Chimi Lakhang, which is a fertility temple.
Day visit to Gantey. Passing through Dense Forests of Oak Trees and rhododendrons and arrive at Gantey Village, where you'll visit Gantey Gompa, the only Nyingmapa Monastery in Western Bhutan. From Gantey, you can see the picturesque Black Mountain range as well as Phobjika Valley, the winter habitat of the black-necked cranes.
In the evening stroll through the town of Wangduephodrang and visit the shops.
Morning, set out for Paro with a stop in Thimphu for lunch and a visit to the Folk Heritage Museum.
In the afternoon, will continue drive to Paro and visit a traditional farmhouse, enjoy a hot-stone bath and a typical Bhutanese dinner at the local family. Overnight in Paro.
Early morning transfer to airport for departure flight.
Take Druk Air flight to Bangkok