Bhutan Standard 5N 6D Package 5 Nights / 6 Days

After reaching the airport, pick up will be done & we will transfer you to the hotel. Checkinto your hotel & relax.

Alsoyou may take a walk to the main city fromClock tower squarefor shopping. It provides an excellent opportunity to mingle with local people.

Overnight at a hotelinThimphu.

After breakfast you will be transferred to the following places.

Kuensel Phodrang-Buddha Point–The statue was castinbronzeinChina and transported by sea and road to this site once occupied by the palace of Druk Desi, a secular ruler ofBhutaninthe eighteenth-century. At its completion, the statue will contain 125,000 gilded Buddha statues and a wealth of other statuary.

Royal Textile Academy & Museum-Intricately patterned wild silk kiras from Lhuentse hang alongside rough nettle fiber cloth from ZhemganginBhutan's excellent Royal Textile Academy. The museum, housedinan impressive modern building, celebrates the country's vibrant and varied tradition of hand weaving. From the towering applique thangka that overlooks the entrance hall and the sumptuous garments on displayinthe Royal Gallery to mannequins dressedinsimple herders' clothing from Laya, the museum offers an unparalleled chance to learn about and appreciate this unique aspect ofBhutaneseculture.

Handicrafts Market–An interesting market with local items and bargain price handicraft goods.

Folk Heritage Museum [Entry Fee - INR 300/- per person]-The Folk Heritage Museum, located on the outskirts of Thimphu, recreates a traditionalBhutanesefamily home inside a beautiful 19th century rammed earth and timber building. Here, the family's prized possessions are on display: shiny wooden bowls line the kitchen shelves, richly patterned fabrics hang alongside aged leopard fur bagsinthe room next door, and gold glints from thangkas hanginthe family's altar room.

Later proceed tovisitTashichoeDzong (outer view)(Fortress of Glorious Religion)[Entry fee of 500/- per person - if guests want to enter inside]

Takin Reserve & Mini Zoo[Entry Fee - INR 300/- per person]-Add to Wish List Hiddenina fold of the forest-draped hills high above Thimphu, a herd of takin make their homeinthe Motithang Takin Preserve. Formerly a small zoo, the king decreed that the animals should be freed rather than keptincaptivity. However, instead of wandering deeper into the hills, the tame takin took to the streets of Thimphu, where they became a traffic hazard as they foraged for food.

Later, drive toSangaygang view point(2685 meters) to have a view of the whole Thimphu valley and walk through hundreds of colourful prayer flags that dot the hill overlooking the valley.

Later, return to the hotel.

Overnight at a hotelinThimphu.

En-routevisitDochuLa- A mountain pass leading further into the Punakha Valley. It offers a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of Eastern Himalayan mountain ranges. The view is especially scenic on clear, winter days with snow capped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 chortens gracing the mountain pass.

Later visitPunakha Dzong[Entry fee of 500/- per person]-The most beautiful Dzong of the town andSuspension bridge-the longest hanging bridge ofBhutan

Check in the hotel.

Overnight at a hotelPunakha.

After breakfast,drive back toParo, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and ParoChhu river valleys, before crossing throughParoTown towards the north end of the valley.Laterinthe day after checkinginto the hotel, proceed to visit the below places.

ParoAirport View: This is one of the most stunning airports in the World and also the country’s first and only international airport. With a breathtaking view, this airport became a must-visit place inParo.

Simtokha Dzong:This Dzong, was built in the year 1629 also known as Sangak Zabdhon Phodrang by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, Simtokha Dzong was built in the 17th century and it is one of the oldest Dzong built .An very important and oldest structure..

National Museum ofBhutan:An ancient watchtower that now displays hundreds of ancientBhutaneseartifacts and artwork including traditional costumes, armor, weaponry, and handcrafted implements for daily life. The collections represent the rich cultural traditions of the country.

Ta Dzong[Entry Fee - INR 300/- per person], originally builtas a Watchtower, which now housesthe National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons & armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts.

Then walk down the trail tovisitRinpungDzong,meaning (“fortress of the heap of jewels”), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmicmandalas.

Later visitParoMarket

Overnight stay at the hotelinParo.

Drive toChele la-la pass(3988 m), Drive to Chele pass is a favourite place for many visitors and is one of highest motor able passesinthe country. For the Buddhists, it is also a sacred place to festoon the pass with prayer flags. For naturalists, the Chele la ridge offers gardens of Himalayan flowers, plants and of special pheasant species. Water is scarce on these ridges and it is recommended to have enough water supplies with you. Evening drive back toparo.

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Tiger nest hiking[Entry fee of 1000/- per person - if guests want to enter inside the monastery]-After breakfast proceedforTaktsangMonastery-'World Heritage site'trekking. Itrequires a 3 hourshike toreach theMonasteryand 2 hours to come down to the base point. Ponies are available for hiretill thecafeteria while going.

Overnight at a hotelinParo.

After breakfast transfer to the airport. Our escort will bid you farewell.