• As the flight gets closer to the only international airport in Bhutan, see the Paro Dzong (fortress) on the hillside overlooking Paro valley, with Ta Dzong, which now is the National Museum.

• Upon your arrival, our representative will receive you and drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan.

• First stop will allow you to view the magnificent Tacho Lhakhang, the hereditary place of worship for Bhutan’s Iron Bridge Builder.

• After the visit, drive further to reach Chuzom, the confluence of Paro Chu (River) and Wang Chu (Thimphu Chu).

• After crossing Chuzom, enter the Thimphu valley.

• In Thimphu, stroll the market and mingle with local people. The Authentic Craft Market is a place to visit, where you can find various Bhutanese handicrafts.

Overnight: Hotel/Resort in Thimphu.

• Begin your day by an early morning visit to the National Memorial Chorten (stupa). This stupa/chorten is built in Tibetan-style in 1974 in memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk who passed away in 1972.

• Take in more of kingdom’s rich culture at the Folk Heritage Museum. The museum is a restored three-story traditional compressed mud and timber house, and it showcases the traditional artifacts used now and in the past, which helps connect people to the Bhutanese rural life.

• Next, browse the striking collection of intricate textiles at the National Textile Museum. Get yourself introduced to the living national art of weaving in this museum. The exhibition displays the major weaving techniques and styles of local dress and textile made by the Bhutanese women and men.

• Quickly visit the Bhutanese Paper Factory. The art of handmade paper in Bhutan dates back to the 8th century, although usage was limited mainly to religious purposes. Today it is considered an important element in the preservation of Bhutan’s cultural heritage. The factory allows guests to view the papermaking process and purchase gifts from their showroom.

• Towards the evening, visit Tashichhoe Dzong and have a glimpse of King’s Palace. The Dzong is popularly known as Thimphu Dzong or “the fortress of the glorious religion” it houses Bhutan’s administration and the throne of His Majesty and other Government offices.

Overnight: Hotel/Resort in Thimphu.

• Exploration of Paro valley begins with a 4-5 hrs hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s nest monastery) or Taktshang Goempa. Taktsang is one of Bhutan’s most revered monuments. It literally hangs off the face of a cliff 900 meters (2952 feet) above the valley floor. The four-hour round-trip hike offers spectacular views of the Goempa and the valley below. Horses or mules can be arranged on request to help lighten the journey.

• Visit the National Museum, housed in the Ta Dzong (Watch Tower) of the Rinpung Dzong, just after your lunch. The National Museum boasts a wide variety of exhibits collected from all over the country and belonging to different eras, some as early as 2000 B.C. a visit through the galleries shows the country’s transition from the later Stone Age to a modern Mahayana Buddhist kingdom.

• Then stroll down to the Paro Dzong and take in the amazing architecture of this 17th-century monument, a premier example of Bhutan’s unique architecture. This fine example of Bhutanese architecture now serves as a central monastic and administrative seat of the Paro district.

• Walk down to cross the traditional cantilever bridge, and then take a leisurely walk in Paro town. It is a great finish of this amazing cultural immersion and your journey to this ancient Kingdom of Bhutan.

Overnight: Hotel/Resort in Paro.

• Our representative will see you off and bid you farewell.