DAY 01: ARRIVE AT PARO to THIMPHU.
Once you arrive at the Paro Airport, you will be greeted by our representative (Guide) and then drive to Thimphu (50km) which takes approximately an hour. On the way visit; Tachogang Iron Chain Bridge, located along Paro-Thimphu highway. In Thimphu visit; National Memorial Chorten:
Lunch at Zombala 2 Restaurant, try Momos (dumplings), Thukpa: A comforting noodle soup and Ema Datshi: Bhutan’s national dish made with chillies and cheese.
Walk through Bhutan's capital city exploring Clock Tower Square and stroll towards Thimphu’s iconic traffic junction, famously known as the main roundabout as it has no traffic lights.
Buddha Dordenma Statue, Royal Takin Preserve, Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory, Changlimithang Archery Ground to see local folks playing their traditional game archery.
The Centenary Farmers Market (Now Kaja Throm) and Tashichhodzong.
DAY 02: THIMPHU TO GANGTEY
After breakfast,drive to Gangtey (4 and half hrs). On the way, stop at Dochula Pass. Once here, you will witness 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens.
Our journey then takes us over the scenic Lawo La Pass as we make our way to Gangtey.
In Gangtey, hike across Gangtey Nature Trail which is one and a half hours and enjoy the breathtaking view of Phobjikha valley.
DAY 03: GANGTEY TO PUNAKHA
Starting with Gangtey Gompa dating back to the 17th century,
Then, drive back to Punakha (1 and half hrs). walk across farmhouses to reach Chimi Lhakhang, A 15th-century fertility temple and Punakha Dzong & & Longest suspension Bridge.
DAY 04: PUNAKHA TO PARO
After breakfast, 45 minutes hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel chorten with the picturesque view of the rice terraces along the river and drive to Paro (3 and half hrs).
In Paro visit Paro Kyichu Lhakhang and Rinpung Dzong, translates to “Fortress of the Heap of Jewels”.
Later, visit Chencho Weaving Centre in Paro Town and stroll around Paro city centre for shopping or a cup of coffee.
DAY 05: PARO TIGER’S NEST. OVERNIGHT IN PARO
Taktsang Monastery: the hike towards Taktsang follows an uphill route and returning back takes approximately 5-6 hours at an average walking pace on a clear, sunny day. Visit Namgay Artisanal Brewery. They brew many styles of beer.
Later we welcome you for Hot Stone Bath.
Practice archery at the farmhouse.
DAY 06: DEPART FROM PARO AIRPORT.
In the morning drive to Airport for your onward destination.