Land at the Paro International Airport . Our Chauffeur and Guide will greet you at the airport. You will be driven to the capital town of Thimphu which is about 60 minutes drive through picturesque sceneries and virgin valleys. Welcome to the Kingdom of Bhutan !! Check into the rich and luxurious Taj Tashi where a welcome prayer will be done for your well being on arrival. The rest of the day is spent getting used to the altitude and soaking oneself in the rich cultural surrounds of the destination.

Thimphu is the capital city of Bhutan . Ideally you can start your day at leisure pace. After a breakfast proceed for sightseeing in Thimphu will take about 5 hours covering Folk Heritage Museum (closed on Sunday)- which is an interesting museum built in the form of a very traditional Bhutanese house. Textile Museum (closed on Sunday)- this is another of the new theme museums in the city. It is dedicated to the rich skill of the Bhutanese weaver, primarily women. Memorial Chorten- The building of this landmark was originally envisaged by Bhutan 's third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk (the father of modern Bhutan ). Changangkha Lhakhang -  It is a fortress like temple perched on a ridge above Thimphu , south of Motithang. The temple was established in 12th century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo Drugom Zhigpo, who came from Tibet . From the courtyard of the temple, there is fascinating view of the Thimphu valley.   Tashichho-Dzong- Also known as the ‘fortress of the glorious religion', it was initially built in 1641 and later rebuilt in its present form by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk in 1965. The Dzong houses the main secretariat building with the Throne Room of His Majesty the King of Bhutan. The National Assembly Hall is housed in a modern building on the other side of the river from the Dzong. The Dzong is open to visitors between 0900 hrs and 1600 hrs on weekends Takin Zoo- The zoo houses the ‘Takin ‘the national animal of Bhutan. This is a distinctive species by itself, with the body of an antelope and a goat's head. A drive further will reach you to BBS tower which offers some breathtaking views of the Thimphu Valley below.

After early breakfast, you will depart to Paro. Paro is known to be one of the prettiest valleys in Bhutan . The famous Tigers Next Monastery is also in Paro. (In case you plan to do the Tigers Nest Trek in addition to the entire schedule of sight-seeing option given below, we recommend that you start early by about 0700 hrs. Please note, the Tiger Nest trek is strenuous moderate category trek involving significant physical exertion. Hence it is on the individual guest's discretion to undertake this trek). It is one of the highlights of Bhutan . (The holy cave dates back to 8^th century) and the surrounding temples built in 1692 by the 4th Desi, Tenzin Rabgay Drukgyel Dzong - This Dzong is of historical importance, from whose ramparts the Bhutanese rebelled the Tibetan invaders. It requires a 15 minute trek to reach the top. On a clear day, one can see white domed Mount Jomolhari (24000f) Overlooking the Rimpung Dzong it was built in 1951 as a watch tower. From 1967 the Dzong was re-established as the National Museum and holds fascinating collection of arts, relics, religious thangkha, and many others.  In the evening, you will return to Thimpu.

After breakfast drive to Punakha (1350Mts /4430Fts) the last town on the highway before entering central Bhutan . The drive over Dochu La pass is very scenic with fascinating view of mountains of Bhutan . Punakha is the administrative centre of Punakha dzongkhag, one of the 20 districts of Bhutan . Punakha was the capital of Bhutan and the seat of government until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimpu. It is located at an elevation of 1,200 metres above sea level along the river valleys of two main rivers of Bhutan , the Pho Chu and Mo Chu.  In the afternoon you will drive to back to Thimpu.  

Its time to say good bye to Bhutan . In case you are departing by an early morning flight, we will be more than happy to pack some breakfast for you. You could also request for an early breakfast at the hotel. Our Chauffeur drives you to the international airport at Paro. Depart with great memories and plans to visit again!! 

DEPARTURE DATES

(For Indian Nationals, with valid passport/voters id card; valid from 15 May till 30 August 2011; excluding festival dates)

Land at the Paro International Airport . Our Chauffeur and Guide will greet you at the airport. You will be driven to the capital town of Thimphu which is about 60 minutes drive through picturesque sceneries and virgin valleys. Welcome to the Kingdom of Bhutan !! Check into the rich and luxurious Taj Tashi where a welcome prayer will be done for your well being on arrival. The rest of the day is spent getting used to the altitude and soaking oneself in the rich cultural surrounds of the destination.

Thimphu is the capital city of Bhutan . Ideally you can start your day at leisure pace. After a breakfast proceed for sightseeing in Thimphu will take about 5 hours covering Folk Heritage Museum (closed on Sunday)- which is an interesting museum built in the form of a very traditional Bhutanese house. Textile Museum (closed on Sunday)- this is another of the new theme museums in the city. It is dedicated to the rich skill of the Bhutanese weaver, primarily women. Memorial Chorten- The building of this landmark was originally envisaged by Bhutan 's third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk (the father of modern Bhutan ). Changangkha Lhakhang -  It is a fortress like temple perched on a ridge above Thimphu , south of Motithang. The temple was established in 12th century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo Drugom Zhigpo, who came from Tibet . From the courtyard of the temple, there is fascinating view of the Thimphu valley.   Tashichho-Dzong- Also known as the ‘fortress of the glorious religion', it was initially built in 1641 and later rebuilt in its present form by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk in 1965. The Dzong houses the main secretariat building with the Throne Room of His Majesty the King of Bhutan. The National Assembly Hall is housed in a modern building on the other side of the river from the Dzong. The Dzong is open to visitors between 0900 hrs and 1600 hrs on weekends Takin Zoo- The zoo houses the ‘Takin ‘the national animal of Bhutan. This is a distinctive species by itself, with the body of an antelope and a goat's head. A drive further will reach you to BBS tower which offers some breathtaking views of the Thimphu Valley below.

After early breakfast, you will depart to Paro. Paro is known to be one of the prettiest valleys in Bhutan . The famous Tigers Next Monastery is also in Paro. (In case you plan to do the Tigers Nest Trek in addition to the entire schedule of sight-seeing option given below, we recommend that you start early by about 0700 hrs. Please note, the Tiger Nest trek is strenuous moderate category trek involving significant physical exertion. Hence it is on the individual guest's discretion to undertake this trek). It is one of the highlights of Bhutan . (The holy cave dates back to 8^th century) and the surrounding temples built in 1692 by the 4th Desi, Tenzin Rabgay Drukgyel Dzong - This Dzong is of historical importance, from whose ramparts the Bhutanese rebelled the Tibetan invaders. It requires a 15 minute trek to reach the top. On a clear day, one can see white domed Mount Jomolhari (24000f) Overlooking the Rimpung Dzong it was built in 1951 as a watch tower. From 1967 the Dzong was re-established as the National Museum and holds fascinating collection of arts, relics, religious thangkha, and many others.  In the evening, you will return to Thimpu.

After breakfast drive to Punakha (1350Mts /4430Fts) the last town on the highway before entering central Bhutan . The drive over Dochu La pass is very scenic with fascinating view of mountains of Bhutan . Punakha is the administrative centre of Punakha dzongkhag, one of the 20 districts of Bhutan . Punakha was the capital of Bhutan and the seat of government until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimpu. It is located at an elevation of 1,200 metres above sea level along the river valleys of two main rivers of Bhutan , the Pho Chu and Mo Chu.  In the afternoon you will drive to back to Thimpu.  

Its time to say good bye to Bhutan . In case you are departing by an early morning flight, we will be more than happy to pack some breakfast for you. You could also request for an early breakfast at the hotel. Our Chauffeur drives you to the international airport at Paro. Depart with great memories and plans to visit again!! 

DEPARTURE DATES

(For Indian Nationals, with valid passport/voters id card; valid from 15 May till 30 August 2011; excluding festival dates)