Day 1: Arrival in Paro, Bhutan
Welcome to Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon. Upon arrival at Paro International Airport, you’ll be greeted by your guide and transferred to Thimphu to acclimate to the altitude. Check into your hotel and savor your first authentic Bhutanese meal. If time allows, you can take a relaxing stroll through the weekend market to get a glimpse of local life.
Day 2: Tour of Thimphu
Today, you'll delve deeper into the capital’s spiritual and cultural landmarks. Start at the National Memorial Chorten, a significant religious monument for both locals and visitors. You'll then observe the traditional craft of papermaking at a local factory.
Day 3: Punakha Tshechu
Your day begins with an exploration of Punakha's cultural and spiritual gems. You'll first visit Punakha Dzong, a magnificent fortress built in 1637. This stunning example of Bhutanese architecture sits at the confluence of two rivers and serves as the winter home for the clergy.
Day 4: Punakha
Today is a repeat of yesterday. It will be the second day of enjoying the festival and the sights of Punakha.
Day 5: Punakha to Paro
Today, you'll journey from Punakha to Paro. Your first stop is a short walk to Chhimi Lhakhang, a temple known as a pilgrimage site for fertility blessings. Afterward, you will arrive in the beautiful Paro Valley, home to ancient monasteries and temples and the country's only airport.
Day 6: Paro
Enjoy leisure time by further exploring Paro and its surroundings.
Day 7: Depart Paro
After a final breakfast, you will be transferred to Paro International Airport for your flight home. This marks the end of your Bhutanese adventure, filled with beautiful memories, photographs, and the warmth of the country's hospitality. We hope you will return to Bhutan again soon.