Glimpse of Bhutan

Day 1: Arrive at Paro International Airport/Transfer to Thimphu
Drukair, the country’s flag carrier, or Bhutan Airlines, a private airline founded in 2011, are the only two foreign carriers that fly into and out of Bhutan. Our guide and the driver will meet you on arrival and take you on your first trip into the Kingdom of Happiness.
We will begin by first visit the National Museum of Bhutan housed in the 17th- century watchtower and acquire insights into rich cultural practices, history and many objects. You will be then taken to Thimphu, the capital city, which has more than 111,000 people living there. The vibrant small city serves as the nation’s principal center for trade, religion, and government.
You will visit the National Institute of Zorig Chusum, where the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan are taught, when you arrive in Thimphu. Since the dawn of time, arts and crafts have been a vital component of Bhutan’s cultural legacy. The National Library & Archives of Bhutan, which is only a short distance away, is regarded as a national treasure and the primary repository for information on history, medicine, the arts, and culture. The National Library and Institute of Zorg Chusum are both open on weekdays and on Saturdays from 10 am to 12 pm.
Overnight stay in Thimphu

Day 2: Thimphu/Transfer to Punakha
Continue your journey to Punakha while passing through a few villages. The route will progressively descend in elevation and twist among pine forests. You’ll see how dramatically the altitude changes from 3,150 meters just an hour and a half ago to 1,200 meters in the lower valley.
See the well-known 15th-century Chimi Lhakhang, also known as the “Temple of Fertility,” en route, and explore the neighborhood where houses are decorated with vibrant phallus murals. Then, we’ll take a drive to Punakha Town to see the 17th-century Punakha Dzong, a masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture. Spend some time admiring the dzong’s main artefacts and sacred wall paintings. The dzong’s intricate woodwork and architectural design are excellent examples of Bhutanese architecture.
Overnight stay in Punakha

Day 3: Punakha/Transfer to Paro Valley
You’ll go on a fantastic hike today to the Buddhist temple known as Khamsum Yuellay Namgyel Chorten before we take the car back to Paro.
This magnificent Buddhist construction, which is perched on a rocky ridge overlooking the charming Punakha valley, is a remarkable example of Bhutanese architecture utilized to construct temples and monasteries. Before arriving at the serene monument, the round-trip journey takes roughly 2 to 2.5 hours via terraced rice fields and a brief, easy climb through the pine forests.
On the way back to Punakha town, if your company consists of more than three persons, a picnic lunch can be organized besides the Mochu river’s bank. Transfer back to Paro after lunch.
Overnight stay in Paro

Day 4: Paro
Drive to Ramthangka, the Taktsang monastery’s base, after an early breakfast. commonly referred to as Tiger’s Nest. The Taktsang Monastery is perched atop an 800-meter-high rock cliff. The round-trip climb takes around 4-5 hours. One of the most significant monasteries in Bhutan is Taktsang, which means “Tiger’s Nest” in Tibetan. Up to the midpoint, horseback riding costs roughly USD20 one way (Taktsang Viewpoint Cafeteria).

We return to the base, where the driver will be waiting, after eating at the Taktsang Overlook Cafeteria. Visit a lovely farmhouse in the late afternoon, then savor a home-cooked meal there for dinner. You can unwind in a healing and relaxing bath at home if you’re interested in one.
Overnight stay in Paro
Day 4: Departure
You will be taken to Paro International Airport following breakfast, depending on the time of your flight.