Day 01 Delhi / Kolkata - Paro - Thimphu

Arrive Paro airport and direct drive to Thimphu - Approximately 1 ½ hrs
driving time
On a clear day, the panoramic views of the Himalaya are sensational,
including Everest, but particularly exciting is the approach through the
Bhutanese foothills and the landing, including a few steep turns to land at
the tiny airstrip of Paro. In Paro you will be received by your Bhutanese
guide and transferred to Thimphu that takes an hour. There are a good many
things to see in the capital which has a very relaxed, laid-back feel about
it. Thimphu is relatively small and is Bhutan's capital city and center of
government, religion, and commerce.
Dinner at hotel
Overnight at hotel in Thimphu
Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 02 Thimphu

After breakfast, we will take a tour of Thimphu City. We will visit the
following sites:
● Folk Heritage Museum The museum gives you a
glimpse of the traditional Bhutanese lifestyle, in addition to artifacts
from rural households; it also displays an impressive collection of typical
household objects, tools and equipment.
● Zorig Chusum (the 'Painting School') - The
Institute of Zorig Chusum in Thimphu is the premier institution of
traditional arts and crafts set up by the Government of Bhutan with the
sole objective of preserving the rich culture and tradition of Bhutan and
training students in all traditional art forms.
● Thangtong Dewachen Nunnery (Zilukha Nunnery) -
The nunnery is located in Zilukha (Thimphu District) overlooking
Tashichodzong and is a few minutes’ drive from the town, it is popularly
known as the Zilukha Anim Dratshang. It was built in 1976 by the 16th
emanation of Thangtong Gyalpo, Drubthob Rikey Jadrel. Currently, the
nunnery is home to about 60 nuns.
We will then stop at a local restaurant for lunch. In the
afternoon we will visit the following:
● Memorial Chorten - a Stupa built in 1974 to honor
the third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. This large chorten is one of the
most visible landmarks in Thimphu, and for many Bhutanese it is the focus
of daily worship. Elderly people shuffle meditatively around the chorten,
families light butter lamps, and kids rush out a quick parikrama (ritual
circumambulation).
● Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre - This private
weaving centre at the south end of Thimphu produces expensive but high-
quality hand-woven textiles and has a selection of ready-made garments for
sale (scarves, belts, jackets, shawls and kira). You can watch weavers at
work and photos are allowed.
● Jungshi Paper factory - This small factory
produces traditional Bhutanese paper handmade from the bark of the daphne
bush. You can see the whole process, from soaking and boiling the bark to
sorting, crushing, pulping, layering, pressing and drying. Products for
sale here include lovely decorated paper with embedded leaves and even
dried chillis, plus cards, notebooks, lampshades and calendars.
● Tashichho Dzong - In the evening visit, Fortress
of the Glorious Religion. This impressive fortress houses some ministries,
His Majesty’s secretariat, and the central monk body.
Return to your hotel and the evening is at leisure.
Dinner at hotel
Overnight at hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 03 Thimphu - Paro

After breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Paro - Approximately 1 ½
hrs driving time
Arrive Paro and proceed for below sightseeing:

● National Museum - The National Museum is the
pride of Bhutan. Flaunting art and traditions, it has six floors, each of
them narrating a unique tale from the past. You can see paintings, art
pieces, animal masks, and many more facets of the rich Bhutanese culture.
● Paro Dzong - One of the finest examples of
architecture, the Rinpung Dzong, also known as the Paro Dzong, has a very
spiritual environment. Beautifully lit-up at night, the dzong has many
illustrations portraying the life of Buddha.
Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 04 Paro

Morning visit the local market this morning, then proceed to the
spectacular Taktshang Monastery ('Tiger's Nest'), Enjoy a 4-hour hike with
your guide. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon visit the following:
Later drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese warriors
fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Chomolhari,
"mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory from the approach road
to the Dzong.
Along the way, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108
temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The
building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan.
You have the option to enjoy hot stone bath at a traditional farm house
(exclusivity of Bhutan), on direct payment basis, wherein spring / river
water reaches a bath tub after passing through red hot stones having
medicinal qualities.
Dinner the hotel
Overnight at hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 05 Paro - Delhi/Kolkata

Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to the airport

Tour ends..