Experience the breathtaking views of the high Himalayan peaks as you fly into Paro valley (2,200 meters) where you can get the first glimpse of this magical country. After the visa formalities at Paro airport, meet your personal guide and driver. On the way, stop at Tachog Lhakhang (the Iron Chain Bridge), a temple located across the famous iron chain bridge built over the meandering Pa Chhu (Paro River). Devour yourself to the invigorating ambience of the cool-sweeping breeze and bright colored prayer flags. The whole set up a feast to the eye. Upon arriving at Thimphu (2,300 meters), check in your hotel and freshen up before visiting the exquisite massive structure of Thimphu Tashichho Dzong- a master piece of Bhutanese architecture.Visit the local archery ground where the locals celebrate the national sport with dance and song with every hit. Take a stroll in the evening around Thimphu town and absorb the magical atmosphere of the capital city while capturing the sight of contemporary Bhutanese life.

In the morning your guide and vehicle will come to pick you up from the hotel and proceed for sightseeing.

Buddha Dordenma: Capture the vibrant Buddha Dordenma statue in the early morning sunrise. Apart from the serenity of the place the view of the Thimphu city from this mountain is gorgeous.

On the way break at DochuLa- Pass at 3,100 meters. Sip a cup hot coffee at the DochuLa cafeteria while enjoying the mesmerizing panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges.

On arriving Punakha; walk along the path through the traditional houses of Yuwakha village amidst agricultural fields of rice and mustard, leading to a hillock where the temple of the Divine Mad monk is located.

Later visit Punakha Dzong which is just as striking inside as outside and it is arguably the most beautiful Dzong in Bhutan.

If you like some adventure then you can try out river rafting (cost of rafting not included in the package) or we can pay a short visit to Wolokha Nunnery perched on the hill top.

Travel from Punakha to Paro

On day 3 we can hike Lunchutse Lhakhang, a beautiful hike through the forest of Hemlock and Rhododendrons. Please visit our blog for more informtaion https://www.bhutaninbound.com/blog/2020/10/04/the-lungchutse-hike/

After the hike, we will head to Paro. If you are not a hiking person then we can choose to do some other sightseeing in Paro

Later in the evening we can take a stroll through Paro town, a street of typical Bhutanese traditional buildings, and visit Namgay Artisanal Brewery in authentic Bhutanese setup and try different flavors of local beer.

After an early breakfast, drive back to Paro to embark on a hike to Taktsang Monastery. It's often said that a visit to Bhutan isn't complete without hiking to Taktsang Monastery. The trail, broad and well-marked, ascends for approximately 2 hours uphill, offering panoramic views almost a kilometer above the Paro valley floor. For those unable to hike, we can arrange a horse for transportation up to the viewing point. The sight of Taktsang Monastery, perched on a sheer cliff face 900 meters above the valley floor, is truly breathtaking. This monastery holds significant pilgrimage importance for Buddhists. Legend has it that the great Guru Rimpoche and his consort meditated in a cave here for three months, bringing Buddhist teachings to Bhutan in the 8th Century. They are believed to have manifested themselves as Guru Dorji Drolo and a tigress to subdue demons in the valley below. This cave, where the monastery now stands, is regarded as the birthplace of Buddhism in Bhutan.
Overnight stay at your hotel in Paro.

Our team will drive you to the Airport and wish ourselves in the hope to meet again.
Thank you for visiting Bhutan and Tashi Delek!