Bhutan tour Package

Day 1

Arrival at Paro international airport: After your arrival at Paro international airport you will then be received by guide and driver from Fly to Bhutan. We will then drive towards the capital city, Thimphu which is an hour journey. You will drive through Paa Chu River and Wangchu is arid and has mainly scrub as vegetation. The countryside from Chuzom to Thimphu is less forested than what you have been seeing so far and the valley are narrow except for two sections where it widens into gentle slopes, terraced rice field and lovely strand of conifer trees. Upon reaching visit Thimphu Tashi Chho Dzong. The Dzong means “fortress of Glorious Religion” it was built in 1641 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and was reconstructed into present structure by the late king. You will also get an opportunity to get a glance of Bhutan’s national animal known as the Takin at Mini zoo; this is an extremely rare member of the goat family. Found in herds in the very high altitudes (13,125ft and over). They live on a diet of grass and bamboo. And you will get an opportunity for the view of Kings Palace and Parliament house. Overnight at Hotel in Thimphu.

Day 2

Travel from Thimphu to Punakha: After breakfast, travel to Punakha & Wangdue through Dochula Pass (3140 m). In the clear sky; enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayan Mountain ranges. Then pass by the beautiful 108 chortens built on the hill by Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck (Queen Mother of Bhutan) for the security and well being of His Majesty, the King of Bhutan. Also visit Druk Wangyal Lhakhang (temple) .The temple was built to honor His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The past and future appear to merge in the details of the lhakhang that tells the story of a supreme warrior figure whose vision pierces the distant future.

Then drive and decent onto Punakha(1300mas). Punakha has been inextricably linked to some of the most momentous events in the Bhutanese history and deserves its reputation as one of the most beautiful and significant regions at the heart ofBhutanese culture. Punakha had served as the capital of Bhutan from 1637 till 1907 and the 1st National Assembly was held there.  The dzong is historically important and stands as the symbol for a unified Bhutan. 

On the way, stop at Metsina village and take a 20 minute walk through the paddy fields to visit the Devine Madman’s Monastery-Chhimi Lhakhang, famously known for its fertility shrine, where one can receive a special fertility blessing.

After lunch visit the Punakha Dzong, located on the island of the Pho - Chu (male river) and the Mochu (female river). The dzong was built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal (the person who unified Bhutan) to serve as the religious and administrative seat of the region. It was here that the dual system of government was introduced in the 17th century and in 1907, enthroned the first King Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck. Damaged over the centuries by four catastrophic fires and an earthquake, the dzong has been fully restored in the recent years by the 4th King Jigme Singye Wangchuck.  At the dzong, you can see the highest standards in woodwork. Overnight stay at hotel in Punakha.

Day 3

Punakha -Dochula-Paro: After the breakfast drive towards Dochula, the route takes you pass Simtokha Dzong, stop at Dochula Pass (3080) for a hot cup of tea or coffee and on a clear day, the most spectacular view of the Eastern Himalayas can be viewed. Later drive back to Paro. Upon reaching Paro visit Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong), which was built by the founding father of Bhutan, Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel in 1646. Today, this fortress houses the Administrative seat of the district of Paro and the district Monk Body with about 200 monks. The central tower (Utse) of the fortress is one of the most beautiful in Bhutan with its superb woodwork. Later evening walk around Paro town. Overnight at Hotels in Paro

Day 4

Paro (Hike to Taktsang: Tiger’s Nest): This is Bhutan`s most recognizable cultural icon perched 800m/2640ft up a seemingly sheer cliff. Although it was tragically and mysteriously consumed by fire in April 1998 it has now been restored to its former glory. Legend has it that Guru Padmasambhava, the tantric mystic who brought Buddhism to Bhutan, flew here on the back of a flying tiger, Dorji Drolo, said to be his favorites consort. On the way back visit Kyichu Lhakhang. Overnight at Hotels in Paro

Day 5

Return Home: Early breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the airport to board the flight. Your escort from Fly to Bhutan will assist you with exit formalities and bid you farewell.