Fly from Kathmandu to Paro and drive to Thimphu. (L/D)

Paro Taktsang - The Druk Air flight to Paro is among the most breathtaking mountain flights. Whether you’re flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu or over the foothills, each flight is a captivating experience, offering an exhilarating descent into the Kingdom.

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to Thimphu, the modern capital of Bhutan.

Full day Sightseeing in Thimphu. (B/L/D)

Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong) - Visit Trashichhoedzong, a stunning medieval fortress/monastery that houses most of the Government’s offices and the King’s Throne room. It also serves as the summer residence of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot. Next, visit the National Library, which boasts a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts. Afterward, drive to the Arts & Crafts School, renowned for traditional thangka paintings. Here, you can observe students creating intricate designs on cloth.

After lunch, visit the Handicrafts Emporium, which showcases a wide array of beautifully hand-woven and crafted products. Then, drive to the Memorial Chorten, a stupa built in memory of Bhutan’s Third King, who is fondly regarded as the Father of modern Bhutan. The paintings and statues inside this monument offer deep insights into Buddhist philosophy. Overnight at a hotel in Thimphu.

Drive from Thimphu to Punakha and Sightseeing. (B/L/D)

Punakha Dzong - After breakfast, drive to Punakha with a brief stop at Dochula pass (3,080m) to take in the view and admire the Chorten, mani wall, and prayer flags that adorn the highest point on the road. If the skies are clear, you can see the following peaks from this pass (left to right): Masagang (7158m), Tsendagang (6960m), Terigang (7060m), Jejegangphugang (7158m), Kangphugang (7170m), Zongphugang (7060m), a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana, and finally Gangkar plenum, the highest peak in Bhutan at (7497m).

Later, visit Punakha Dzong, strategically built at the confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the region’s religious and administrative center. Punakha Dzong has played a significant role in Bhutan’s history. Despite being damaged by four catastrophic fires and an earthquake, the Dzong has been fully restored. Afterward, drive to Wangduephodrang to visit the Dzong and the local market.

Drive from Punakha to Paro. (B/L/D)

Paro Taktsang - After breakfast, drive to Paro, stopping en route to visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress in the Kingdom, built in 1627. It now houses the School for religious studies. In the afternoon, visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. Originally built as a Watch Tower, it has served as the National Museum since 1967, holding a fascinating collection of art, artifacts, thangka paintings, and Bhutan’s exquisite postage stamps.

Afterward, walk down a hillside trail to visit Rinpung Dzong. Built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head), and the Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. Overnight at a hotel in Paro.

Full day Sightseeing in Paro. (B/L/D)

Paro Taktsang - After breakfast, drive north of Paro valley to the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong. From this fort, the Bhutanese repelled several invasions by Tibetan armies. Nearby, visit a traditional Bhutanese Farm House, which offers a good insight into the local lifestyle. Then, take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery, the most famous of Bhutanese monasteries.

Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery, hence the name “Tiger’s Nest.” The excursion to the monastery takes about 5 hours for a round trip. On the return to Paro town, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in the Kingdom. Overnight at a hotel in Paro.

Departure from Paro to Kathmandu. (B/D)

Kathmandu - After breakfast, fly back to Kathmandu. In the evening, you can shop in Thamel for your friends and family. If you have any other tours, they will continue the next day.

In the evening, enjoy dinner at a Nepalese Restaurant along with a cultural dance program.

• Accommodation on 3* hotels in Bhutan
• Full Board meal in Bhutan
• All permit and entrance fees in Bhutan
• Experienced, helpful, and friendly guide in Bhutan
• Round-trip Kathmandu to Paro flights
• Visa fee for Bhutan included
• Complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off service
• Last night farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances
• All government taxes covered

• Nepal Visa fee you may obtain easily in Kathmandu airport.
• International air fare to and from Kathmandu.
• Extra night Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Bhutan because of early arrival, late departure, early return (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
• Travel and rescue insurance.