Essence of Bhutan 'A' (07 nights / 08 days)

Day 01: Arrive Paro
Meeting the representative from Bhutan Journeys on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Evening take a walk around Paro town.
Overnight Hotel

Day 02: Paro Sightseeing
Morning Visit Ta Dzong (National Museum), which shed further light that you will be seeing on your trip.
Visit Rinpung Dzong built in 1646, which houses the administrative center for Paro District and religious institute for monks. Walk down to the coach crossing over the wooden covered bridge called (Nymezampa) which spans over Paro River.
Lunch will be arranged at one of the local restaurant in Paro town.
Afternoon visit Drukgyel Dzong (the ruined fortress) which reveals the ancient architecture and on a clear day, you will be able to view the stunning view of Mt. Chomolhari looming over the dzong.
Enroute view the Taktsang monastery handing a cliff, one the most venerated and sacred sights around the world.
Dinner and Overnight Uma Paro

Day 03: Paro / Chunzom / Thimphu (59 km, 2 hours)
Morning we will drive towards the Capital of Bhutan, Thimphu, passing through hills and some astounding countryside.
Thimphu is situated in a large valley traversed by the Wangchuk River and overshadowed by high peaks.
Afternoon at leisure to explore by your own.
Dinner and overnight: Hotel

Day 04: Thimphu Sightseeing
Morning, visit to School of Arts & Crafts, Textile & Folk Heritage Museum and Memorial Chorten( stupa).
Afternoon drive to Sangay Gang (BBS Tower) to glimpse the view of Thimphu valley.
En-route visit Mini zoo to see the National Animal “Takin” and followed by visit to Tashi ChoDzong (main seat of the government and summer residence of Jey Khenpo (Chief Abbot) and central monk body and Handicrafts shops.
Dinner and Overnight: Hotel

Day 05: Thimphu – Dochula pass – Punakha
Morning visit the Traditional paper Factory
Depart for Punakha, drive takes about 3 hours over Dochul la pass ( 3050m)
The pass is dotted with many chortens (stupas) and colourful flags), offers a stunning views of eastern Himlayan peaks on a clear day.
Stop at the Dochula cafeteria for light refreshment and descend to the fertile valley of lobesa.
After 20 minutes of driving, you will arrive at your hotel. You will settle down at the hotel and have some lunch.
Afternoon drive to visit Punakha Dzong (the most impressive Dzong in the country, ideally located between the two rivers.
Drive back to the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight: Hotel

Day 6: Punakha (Day Excursion to Chimi Lakhang and Wangdue)
Morning depart you hotel to take a gradual hike to Chhimi Lakhang through the Lobesa village and rice fields
Visit the Chimi “ lakhang”( monastery “ Temple of fertility” built in 15th Century by Lama Drukpa Kuenley also known as (Divine Madman). It is a popular pilgrimage sight for all Bhutanese and is especially revered by women for its fertility powers.
Walk back to the road head and drive to Wangdue for lunch. Afternoon visit Wangdue Dzong and it is enterprising commercial establishments that provides basic commodities.
Drive back to your hotel.

Day 7: Punakha – Dochula / Thimphu / Chunzom / Paro
Depart for Paro and enroute you can visit the Simotkha Dzong, which houses the religious institute for young monks.
Continue your journeys to Paro
Dinner and Overnight: Hotel

Day 08: Depart Paro Airport
Morning drive to airport for your onward flight destination.

Cost (in Rs per person)

The above price includes following services
1. Twin sharing accommodation
2. All three meals with tea / coffee and snacks
3. Comfortable transportation within Bhutan
4. Guide Services
5. Sightseeing as per the itinerary
6. All Entrances fees and permits

Services not included:
1. Drinks and private laundry
2. Airfare for your desired flight sector
Note: Request of meals will be entertained for the clients.

You can contact us or email us at info@bhutanjourneys.com.