Day: 1: Arrive: Paro – Arrive: Thimpu
After breakfast transfer to Airport to connect Flight to Paro. Upon arrival meeting at the Airport and after
completing the immigration formalities, enjoy the Festival at Paro. Later Leave for Thimpudriving along
the Pa Chu [Paro River] till Chunzum, the confluence point of Pa Chu and Wang Chu [Thimphu River].
From here the road climbs steadily as we drive upstream along the Wang Chu passing the villages of
Kharbije, Khasadrapchhu and Namseling. As we approach Simtokha, we will have the first glance of the
Capital of Bhutan, Thimphu. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel. (B, D)

Day: 2: Thimphu
After Breakfast you will begin the day with the visit to the famous landmark of the capital, the Memorial
Chorten, consecrated in the memory of the Third kind of Bhutan who is regarded as the father of the
modern Bhutan.
National Library, Originally established in 1967 and housed inside the Tashicho Dzong, it was moved to
the present site in 1984. It houses the important historical documents and photographs. The World’s biggest published book that weighs 68 kilograms and about 02 meters in height is also housed here.
Visit Folk Heritage Museum.
One of the oldest house in Thimphu was converted in the Folk Heritage Museum in 2001 to give an insight
into the traditional lifestyle of the Bhutanese forefathers.
After your lunch visit the famous Changangkha Lhakhang, built in 13th century. Situated on a small hill
overlooking the Thimphu valley the monastery was built by Lam PhajoDugomZhigpo. Children born in
Thimphu are taken to this temple because it is considered the spiritual home of the children born in Chang
valley and their names are considered here by taking the blessings from the protector deity Tamdrin.
It is time to witness the National Animal of Bhutan, Takin, at the Takin Reserve.
Next we will visit Buddha Dordenma. The view of the Thimphu valley is spectacular from this point.
If time permits in the evening, visit the TashichhoDzong; the main secretarial building which houses the
throne room of His Majesty the King of Bhutan and also the head seat of Chief Abbot of Bhutan.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel. (B, D)

Day: 3: Leave: Thimpu – Arrive: Punakha
After breakfast drive towards the Dochula Pass, a 16 kilometers, 40 minutes’ drive through the winding
road, admist the forest of Pines and Juniper and the lovely view of the Simtokha Dzong as we ascend
slowly towards Dochu La Pass. .
The Dochula Pass an altitude of about 3100 m is the places where this memorial is built. Set admist the
fluttering prayer flags, it is a visitor’s delight to spend some time here.
After your lunch, it is time to take a beautiful hike on the paddy fields towards Chimi Lhakhang, the
temple of the Devine Mad Man called Drukpa Kuenley.
Further drive to Punakha, we will see one of the longest suspension bridge in Bhutan, spanning 350m and
perched high above the very swift river of Po Chhu. The first King, Ugyen Wangchuck, was crowned here
in 1907. It is now the winter residence of the Central Monastic Community and administrative
headquarters of Punakha district. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel. (B, D)

Day 04: Punakha (Excursion to Gangtey)
After breakfast depart for Gangtey which takes around 140 Kms return journey and will take full day to
visit the Gangtey and back.
Gangtey is a beautiful place of rolling hills and green meadows surrounded by snowcapped mountains. It is
at an altitude of 3000m. From Gangtey, one can closely view the picturesque Black Mountain ranges as
well as the beautiful Phobjikha valley. Gangtey Gonpa is perched atop a small hill that rises from the valley
floor. The Monastery is surrounded by a large village inhabited mainly by the families of the 140
Gomchens (Lay Monks).
At Gangtey, you can visit the Gangtey Monastery and the Black Necked Crane center. Later back to
Punakha. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel. (B, D)

Day: 5: Leave: Punakha – Arrive: Paro
After Breakfast leave for Paro through Dochula Pass and Simtokha, continue the descend along the Wang
Chu [Thimphu River] to meet Pa Chu [Paro River] at Chunzom, the confluence point of Pa Chu and Wang
Chu. It will be interesting for the guest to take the walk on the bridge of the confluence point.
After the photographic season, we will continue our journey towards Paro along the Pa Chu.
A few kilometres from Chunzum is the Thamchok Lhakhang, a private temple owned by the descendent
of the famous Tibetan bridge builder, Thangthong Gyelpo, also known as the “Iron Chain Bridge Builder”.
Still you can see the iron chain bridge which is built by him. It is a photographer’s delight.Upon arrival in
Paro check in at the hotel.
After lunch we will visit the Ta Dzong, the National Museum and the Rinpung Dzong [Paro Dzong].The
Museum boasts of its collection of fine arts, paintings and bronzes. There are also textiles, jewellery, and
handicrafts sections as well as galleries of stuffed animals and butterflies from Bhutan.
After the visit, we will take the leisurely downhill walk to cross the typical Bhutanese Cantilever Bridge,
one of the finest specimens in Bhutan with its shingle roof and two guard-houses at each end.
At the other end of the bridge will be our car and further drive to Hotel.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel. (B, D)

Day: 6: Paro (Hike to Taktsang Monastery)
After breakfast drive 20 minutes to the end of the valley to Drukgyel Dzong from where one can see the
towering peak of Jomolhari (7,316m, 24,003 ft). This mountain, also revered as a powerful goddess, forms
the border with Tibet and provides magnificent background to the ruined Drukgyel Dzong and village.
Hike to Taktsang Monastery
Taktsang Monastery, clinging on the steep rock, is one of the holiest temple in Bhutan.
It is believed that Guru Rinpoche flew on the Tigress back and meditated here. The trek to the temple
through the pine tree and sweet aroma of the air is indeed a very special and memorable event. The return
hike will take about 05-06 hours.
After the hike we will return back to our hotel for Dinner and overnight at Hotel. (B, D)

Day 07: Leave: Paro – Arrive: Delhi
After Breakfast transfer to Airport to connect flight to Delhi. Upon arrival meeting at the Airport and
transfer to Hotel. Pm relax and Overnight at Hotel.