Day 01: Arrive at Paro Airport

During the journey to Paro, one will experience breath taking view of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga and other famous Himalayan peaks, including the sacred Chomolhari and Mount Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival at Paro Airport, you will be received by our representatives who will escort you to the hotel.

Overnight : Hotel in Paro.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 02: Sightseeing in Paro

Visit the National Museum (Ta-Dzong). This was actually the Watch Tower of Paro Rinchen Pong Dzong. It was converted to the National Museum in 1968.
Visit the Rinchen Pong Dzong, the massive fortress located on a hill top above the Pachu (Paro River) of Paro Valley. It is about 15 minutes by crossing an ancient wooden bridge built in typical Bhutanese architect. The Dzong houses the District Administration Office and the District Monk Body. It was built in 1645 A.D.Lunch at Hotel.
Visit the Drugyel Dzong, located 16 Km. away from the Paro town. Although in ruins, this Dzong is of great historical importance. It was here that the Bhutanese finally defeated the invading Tibetans and drove them back. This place offers magnificent view of Mt. Chomolhari (7,329m/24,029ft.) "Mountain of the Goddess" on a clear day. On the way back you visit a typical Bhutanese farmhouse.
Visit Kyichu Lhakhang (Lhakhang means Monastery). Kyichu Lhakhang was built in 659 A.D. by King Songtsen Gampo of Tibet. It is considered one of the holiest places in Bhutan as it marks the advent of Buddhism in the country.

Overnight : Hotel in Paro.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 03: Paro - Thimphu

Drive along the winding road along the Paro Chu (chu means water or river) downstream to the confluence with the Wang Chu then turn upstream and travel along the Wang Chu to Thimphu, the Capital. Lunch will be served at the Hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Memorial Chorten, dedicated to the Late Third King of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
Evening: Reception by your tour operator host with cultural entertainment.

Overnight : Hotel in Thimpu.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04: Thimphu - Khuruthang

Drive to Khuruthang with pack lunch provided from the hotel. Stop at Dochula pass and enjoy the splendid view of the Himalayan mountain ranges (if the weather is clear). Lunch at the camp site.
After lunch, drive down to Punakha and visit the Dzong.

Overnight: Hotel in Khuruthang.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 05: Khuruthang - Limukha

Drive till Punakha. The trek begins with the gradual climb through Chir Pine forests. On the way, visit a village called, Dompala.
Walking Hours: approx. 3hours.

Overnight: Hotel in Limukha
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 06: Limukha - Chungsakha

The trail today takes you through rhododendron and oak forested area. Enroute pass a famous Drukpa Kuenlay Lhakhang.

Walking hours: 5 - 6 hours
Overnight: In camp. Distance 14 Km.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 07: Chungsakha - Samtengang

We descend down to cross a suspension bridge at Bae Chhu and pass through several small villages. the trial also takes you through deep narrow gorges. We cross a village of Sha Wangdi District before Samtengang.

Walking hours: approx. 5 hours.
Overnight: Camp at Samtengang at lake side. Distance 13
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 08: Samtengang - Wangdi/Thimphu

The trail now drops down till the motor road. Drive till Wangdiphodrang and lunch at the Guest House.

Walking hours: approx. 3 hours.
Overnight: In Motithang Hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 09: Thimphu - Sightseeing

Visit Simtokha Dzong. This is one of the oldest fortresses in Bhutan. It was built in 1629 A.D. It houses the largest monastic schools in the country. Visit the Wood Craft and Painting School where traditional art and crafts are still kept alive.
Visit the Handicrafts Emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts are displayed and can be purchased.
Evening: Relax at Thimphu's modern Health Club and Beauty Parlor "Sakten health Club and Salon" where sauna, steam gymnasium facilities are available as well as full beauty treatment, including hair dressing, skin care (with pure herbal products) and body massage services. For our guests the Health Club facilities (steam, sauna and gym) are free and beauty services will be at concessional rates.

Overnight: Hotel in Thimpu. Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Final departure - Paro Airport

Seen off by representatives of our tour operator or your guide.