Day 1: Arrival in Paro and Transfer to Thimphu
Arrive at Paro International Airport and transfer to Thimphu to
acclimatize.
Stroll through the capital, experiencing a blend of tradition and
modernity.
Visit the National Memorial Chorten and the majestic Tashichho Dzong.
If time permits, explore the lively Centenary Farmers’ Market and admire
the
bronze Buddha Dordenma at Buddha Point.
Accommodation: Le Méridien Thimphu / Pemako Thimphu /
The Postcard Dewa
Day 2: Cultural Exploration of Thimphu
Delve into Thimphu's cultural heritage. Visit the National Folk Heritage
Museum,
the Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory, and the National Textile Museum.
Meet Bhutan’s national animal at the Motithang Takin Preserve and
conclude at
Simtokha Dzong, Bhutan’s first fortress.
Day 3: Journey from Thimphu to Punakha
Travel to Punakha, stopping at Dochula Pass for panoramic Himalayan
views and the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens.
Visit the Druk Wangyal Lhakhang Temple before exploring Punakha Dzong,
one of Bhutan’s most beautiful fortresses. End with a trek to Khamsum
Yulley Namgyal Chorten.
Accommodation: COMO Uma Punakha / Pemako Punakha /
&Beyond Punakha River Lodge
Day 4: Journey from Punakha to Gangtey (Phobjikha Valley)
Depart Punakha, visiting Wangdue Phodrang Dzong and Chimi Lhakhang,
the temple of fertility.
Continue to Phobjikha Valley, winter home of the Black-necked Cranes,
before visiting Gangtey Goempa Monastery overlooking the valley.
Day 5: Return to Paro and Explore the Valley
Journey back to Paro Valley, admiring the majestic Chomolhari Mountain
en route.
Explore Rinpung Dzong and visit the National Museum of Bhutan in Ta
Dzong,
with its vast collection of artifacts.
Accommodation: Zhiwaling Heritage / COMO Uma Paro /
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
Day 6: Paro Tshechu Festival and Iconic Sites
Witness the vibrant Paro Tshechu festival, with sacred masked dances
and the unveiling of a giant thangka.
Embark on a pilgrimage to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), visit the
ruins of Drukgyal Dzong,
and conclude with Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples.
Day 7: Farewell from Paro
Enjoy an early breakfast before transferring to Paro International
Airport.
Bid a heartfelt farewell to Bhutan.
Depart with memories of stunning landscapes, vibrant festivals, and
Bhutanese hospitality.