Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. You will be received by our Guide / Representative at at the hotel and will be taken to the immigration counter to complete your formalities. Once the permit will be issued your journey will be started towards Thimphu.

En-route we will stop over Chuzom , the meeting point of two rivers. The two rivers on the left is Pachu(Paro) coming from the glacier of Mountain Jomolhari(7314m-24,000 feet above sea level. On the right, Wangchu comes from Thimphu valley. We can see four different types of stupas; Nepali type of stupa, Rigsum Gompo, Tibetan type of stupa and Bhutanese style stupa built in the 1960s. The order to build stupa is done by Third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk and Ashi Kesang choden Wangchuck mainly to prevent all the ill lucks, bad fortune to the travelers who are travelling from this junction.

Reach Thimphu in the evening. Overnight at a hotel in Thimphu.

After breakfast you will be transferred to the following places.

Kuensel Phodrang-Buddha Point [Entry fee of 500/- per person] – The statue was cast in bronze in China and transported by sea and road to this site once occupied by the palace of Druk Desi, a secular ruler of Bhutan in the eighteenth-century. At its completion, the statue will contain 125,000 gilded Buddha statues and a wealth of other statuary.

Royal Textile Academy & Museum [Entry fee of 300/- per person]- Intricately patterned wild silk kiras from Lhuentse hang alongside rough nettle fiber cloth from Zhemgang in Bhutan's excellent Royal Textile Academy. The museum, housed in an 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 display in the Royal Gallery to mannequins dressed in simple herders' clothing from Laya, the museum offers an unparalleled chance to learn about and appreciate this unique aspect of Bhutanese culture.

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

Later in the evening, proceed to visit TashichoeDzong (outer view) (Fortress of Glorious Religion). [Entry fee of 500/- per person - if guests want to enter inside] 

Folk Heritage Museum [Entry fee of 300/- per person] - The Folk Heritage Museum, located on the outskirts of Thimphu, recreates a traditional Bhutanese family 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 bags in the room next door, and gold glints from thangkas hang in the family's altar room.

Takin Reserve & Mini Zoo [Entry fee of 300/- per person]- Add to Wish List Hidden in a fold of the forest-draped hills high above Thimphu, a herd of takin make their home in the Motithang Takin Preserve. Formerly a small zoo, the king decreed that the animals should be freed rather than kept in captivity. 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 to Sangaygang 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 hotel in Thimphu.

After Breakfast, check out of the hotel.

Later drive the valley of Phobjikha via Dochula Pass, it is well known as the winter home of the Black Neckedcrane (Grus Nigricollis). Bhutan is home to around six hundred black-necked cranes with Phobjikha being one of the popular places that the birds migrate to in the winter months from the Tibetan plateau. The elegant and shy birds can be observed from early November to the end of March

En-route visit DochuLa - 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 snowcapped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 chortens gracing the mountain pass. Overnight at a hotel in Phobjikha.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Trongsa across Pele-La-Pass (11.120 ft.) traditional boundary between east & west Bhutan, there is an abrupt change in vegetation, with mountain forest replaced by high altitude dwarf bamboo. Stop Enroute Chendbji Chorten- built in the style of the great BodhanathChoten of Nepal. Further ahead visit Trongsa Dzong– It was the seat of power over central & eastern Bhutan and Ta Dzong- An ancient watch tower. The chapel inside is said to be dedicated to the TrongsaPenlopJigmeNamgyal. Then drive further to Bumthang over the Yutong-La-Pass (11,155 ft.). While in Chumey valley in Bumthang, visit the Yathra Weaving Factory- It is the most famous textile product of Bumthang.

On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight at a hotel in Bumthang.

Early morning after breakfast, you will visit TANG VALLEY and Burning Lake. -The Tang Valley- is the most isolated and remote of the 4 valleys that make up the district of Bumthang. The valley is located about10 kilometers away from Jakar along the east-west road towards the town of Ura. After travelling a few kilometers, we will turn off onto a gravel road that continues a further 7 kilometers along to view the Kunzang drake Goemba monastery, which was established in 1488 by Trenton PemaLingpa. -Burning lake - The Burning Lake of the Mebartsho is a deep-water pool in a gorge of the Tangchu River. The Burning Lake is located about 15 minutes off the road that goes towards the Tang Valley of Bumthang. The place enjoys a very special spiritual significance for the people of Bhutan. One of the most striking features of the location is the huge number of colorful prayer flags that hang everywhere along the river gorge. As you trek down to the pool be warned that it is considered sacrilegious to enter the water body due to its holiness. -Thangbi Lakhang - Since there is no motor-able road to this temple the only way to get there is by foot, the temple can be reached by completing a two hour walk up the picturesque Choker Valley of Bumthang. The temple was established in 1470 by Shamar Rinpoche (the red hat Karmapa). -The Ugyen Cholling - Palace is located east of the district headquarters Jakar in the remote Tang Valley. The palace can be reached after completing a 20-mile journey east of which 13 miles are along an unpaved gravel road up to the village of Kezum, from where the place is about an hour’s hike away. The UgyenCholling Palace was built in the 17th century AD by Deb TsokeyDorji, a nobleman from the lineage of Buddhist saint DorjiLingpa. In the evening you will go and visit the National Handicrafts Emporium - The National Handicrafts Emporium is a state-run Handicrafts showroom in 4 different cities of Bhutan. The emporium is run by the National Woman’s Association of Bhutan as a Non-Government. Overnight at a hotel in Bumthang.

After Breakfast, check out of the hotel & transfer to Punakha. Rest day will be at leisure. Overnight at a hotel in Punakha.

After breakfast check out & you will be transferred to the following place.

Punakha Dzong [Entry fee of 500/- per person]: Also known as "the palace of great happiness", Punakha Dzong is located at the confluence of the Pho Chhu (father) and Mo Chhu (mother) rivers in the Punakha–Wangdue valley. This Dzong is the most picturesque of all Bhutan ancient fortresses and it joins the mainland by an arched wooden bridge that contains many precious relics from the days when successive kings reigned the Kingdom from this Punakha valley.  

Suspension Bridge - This hidden treasure in the Punakha Valley connects the rest of the valley to the old administrative center of Punakha Dzongkhag. The whole deck is covered with prayer flags and provides a perfect spot for bird watching and photography.

You may do the river rafting at an optional cost [Approx cost INR 10,000/- to 12,000/- per boat - Capacity: 06 pax in 01 boat]

Later drive back to Paro, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and ParoChhu river valleys, before crossing through Paro Town towards the north end of the valley.

Later in the day after checking into the hotel, rest day will be at leisure. Overnight at a hotel in Paro. 

Tiger nest hiking [Entry fee of 1000/- per person - if guests want to enter inside the monastery] - After breakfast proceed for Taktsang Monastery - 'World Heritage site' trekking. It requires a 3 hours hike to reach the Monastery and 2 hours to come down to the base point. Ponies are available for hire till the cafeteria while going.

There is no entry fee up to the hiking to Cafeteria till date. Overnight at a hotel in Paro.

After breakfast check out & proceed to the below local sightseeing at Paro:

Paro Airport 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 in Paro.

Ta Dzong [Entry fee of 500/- per person], originally built as Watchtower, which now houses the 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 to visit RinpungDzong, 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 cosmic mandalas.

Later visit Paro Market to buy souvenirs for your family & friends. You may do the photo session with the Bhutanese traditional attire at the river bank of Paro at your own cost.

Then You'll be transferred to Phuentsholing. Overnight at a hotel in Phuentsholing.

After breakfast transfer to the Bagdogra airport / NJP Station. Our escort will bid you farewell.