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Thimphu Bhutan - Buddha Dordoenma - Takin Zoo

Day 1: Welcome to Paro!

Fly into Paro valley on any of our national carriers. You will have a glorious view of the snow-capped mountains from your window side. The remarkable and steep descent into the Paro valley is an awe-inspiring beginning to an adventure of a lifetime. Paro is the gateway to Bhutan, home to the only international airport. This is where you begin your journey to the land of happiness.

We will drive you to Thimphu, hte capital of Bhutan. On the way you will get a glimpse of the crystal clear rivers and take a brief stop at the temple, crossing through an old cantilever bridge. You will be greeted by the gigantic Buddha statue of 169 ft. overlooking the Thimphu city. 

Punkaha Bhutan - Dochula Pass - Chimmi Lhakhang

Day 2: Punkaha - The Palace of Bliss

After breakfast, you will be driving to Punakha - the old capital. You will be greeted with glorious views of snow-capped mountains and the scenic beauty of Dochula pass. Dochula pass lies in the mid-way of Punakha from Thimphu at an altitude of 3,100 meters above sea level. 

After reaching Punakha, you will visit the famous fertility temple walk around the rice fields and giggle at the paintings of Phallus on the traditional Bhutanese houses. 

After lunch, you will be visiting the magnificent and tranquil Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery, which sits atop a hill and commands the view of the gorgeous Punakha valley and Wangduephodrang valley. Standing amidst the lush pine trees, this structure is a beautiful demonstration of the fine architecture and tradition of Bhutan. Your guide will take you to visit Punakha Dzong (fort) also known as the palace of bliss

Phobjikha Bhutan - Gangtey Goenpa - Black Necked Crane Centre

Day 3: Phobjikha- The Valley of Black Necked Cranes

We will be driving to Phobjikha today and the drive will be around 3 hours from Punakha. As drive down the valley, you will see many yak herders camp and nomad families at work. This place is also a paradise for bird lovers.

The valley of Gangtey is truly magnificent and a peaceful place and many call it the Shangri la of Bhutan. With a panoramic view of the valley and beautiful fauna especially during the spring, it’s a true Shangri la. When winter starts, Rare species of Black Necked Crane fly from Tibet to Gangtey and they even have a black-necked crane festival that starts around mid-November. You can also visit the Royal Society for Protection of Nature, also known as The Crane Centre.

paro bhutan - Simtokha Dzong - Chuzom

Day 4: Drive to Paro

We will be hiking the Gangtey Nature trail today. The trail leads from the old stupa near the Gangtey Temple and leads you to enjoy the natural beauty of Phobjikha Valley passing via picturesque farmhouses dotted about the fields and on the valley. The spectacular wetland valley is surrounded by mesmerizing landscape. After lunch, we will be driving to Paro - which will be around 5 hour drive passing by the oldest fort of Bhutan built in the 16th century. After reaching Paro, we can stroll around the town and explore the nightlife at some popular pubs with some good music.

paro bhutan - Paro Rinpung Dzong - Tadzong Mueseum

Day 5: Enchanting Paro Valley

After breakfast in the morning, your guide will take you to visit Ta Dzong (watchtower), built in 1649 to protect the undefended Dzong and renovated in 1968 to house the National Museum.

Later on, you can visit the majestic Paro Rinpung Dzong (fort) also known as the fortress on a heap of jewels. This is the fort where the Hollywood movie “Little Buddha” starring Keanu Reeves was shot. It once served as the meeting hall for the National Assembly but now it houses both the monastic body and district government offices, including the local courts.

This fort has been used on various occasions to protect Paro from the invasion of Tibet. Later on, after lunch, You will visit Kichu Lhakhang (Temple) - The temple is one among the 108 temples built in a day in 7th century by the Tibetan Emperor Songtsen Gampo in order to subdue an ogress, who was thwarting the spread of Buddhism.

Tigers Nest - paro bhutan - Kichu Lhakhang

Day 6: Hiking Tigers Nest - the Icon of Bhutan

Today is the big day, hike to the famous Tiger’s Nest. No trip in Bhutan would be complete without the hike to Tigers Nest monastery. Shrouded in mystery and myths with stories of numerous miracles associated with the monastery. From great saints to famous Hollywood celebrities, not to forget the Prince of England to the Princess of Japan have hiked to witness the hidden beauty of this icon of Bhutan, which is perched at the edge of a cliff at 3120m above sea level. The hike to the temple is an awe inspiring journey that will amaze you with its beauty and charm. With glorious views of Paro valley amid the hike to the entrance of the monastery with alluring waterfalls is a treat for you and your camera for a #picoftheday Instagram post.

paro bhutan - Paro International Airport - Indra Gandhi International Airport,delhi

Day 7: Goodbye Bhutan!

After breakfast, we will bid a fond farewell from the magical kingdom and wish you a happy journey back home.