Arrive at Paro & transfer to Thimphu (55 Kms / 1.5 Hours)

The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular in entire Himalayas. The journey offers fascinating views and an exciting descent into the Kingdom. Paro valley extends from the confluence of the Paro Chhu and the Wang Chhu rivers at Chuzom upto Mt. Jomolhari at the Tibetan border to the North. This picturesque region is one of the widest valleys in the kingdom and is covered in fertile rice fields and has a beautiful, crystalline river meandering down the valley.

Later drive to Thimphu with en-route stop at Chuzom, the confluence of Thimphu and Paro rivers. Thimpu is the capital city of Bhutan and is the most modern city in Bhutan with an abundance of restaurants, internet cafes, nightclubs and shopping centers, however it still retains its’ cultural identity and values amidst the signs of modernization.

Arrive at Thimphu. Check-into the hotel.

Rest of the day is at leisure.

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Thimphu

Morning enjoy sightseeing in Thimphu valley by visiting theBuddha Point, National Library,Institute for Zorig Chusum,Textile Museum, Simply Bhutan and Tashichhodzong.

Buddha Point is one of the most happening points in Thimphu.

The National Library is located in the cultural center of Thimphu, the capital of the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan.

Institute for Zorig Chusum is commonly known as 'the painting school', operates four- to six-year courses that provide instruction in Bhutan's 13 traditional arts.

National Textile Museum showcases Bhutan's textiles that are an integral part of its cultural and heritage and are unique for their diversity and sophistication

Simply Bhutan is an interactive 'living' museum developed for and by the youth of Bhutan through the Bhutan Youth Development Fund.

King's Memorial Chorten This large impressive monument with its golden spire was built in 1974 to honour the memory of the third King, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928 – 1972).

Tashichhodzong

is the seat of the Royal Government and Central Monastic Body.

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Thimphu to Paro (55 Kms, 1.5 Hours)

Morning drive to Paro

Afternoon proceed to visit Ta Dzong and Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong).

Ta Dzong, at the top of the hill above Paro Dzong is an old watchtower that was renovated in 1968 to house the National Museum. It showcases a collection of fine arts, paintings and bronzes are famous. There are also textiles, jewellery, and handicrafts sections as well as galleries of stuffed animals and butterflies from Bhutan.

Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong) means "Fortress on a Heap of Jewels". It was built in 1646 AD by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. A walk through the bridge to the Dzong, over a stone inlaid path, offers a good view of the Dzong. It houses the district Monastic Body and government administrative offices of Paro Dzongkhag.

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Paro

Morning proceed for excursion to Taktshang Monastery or Tiger’s Nest (5 hours walk).

Tiger’s Nest is the popular name of Taktsang Palphug Monastery, a prominent Himalayan Buddhist sacred site and temple complex, located in the cliffside of the upper Paro valley, in Bhutan. A temple complex was first built in 1692, around the Taktsang Senge Samdup (stag tshang seng ge bsam grub) cave where Guru Padmasambhava is said to have meditated for three years, three months, three weeks, three days and three hours in the 8th century.

Afternoon drive to Drukgyel Dzong. En route visit to Kyichu Lhakhang.

Drugyal means "Victorious". It was built in 1646 by Zhsbdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate his victory over Tibetan invaders, led by the Mongolian warlord.

Kyichu Lhakhang is one of Bhutan's oldest and most beautiful temples. The temple is popularly believed to have been built in 659 by King Songtsen Gampo of Tibet, to pin down the left foot of a giant ogress who was thwarting the establishment of Buddhism into Tibet.

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Depart Paro

Morning transfer to the Paro Airport for flight to your onward destination.