Early morning drive to “the fortress of the glorious religion”, Tashichho Dzong. It’s a majestic fortress in all its grandeur and serves as the seat of Bhutan’s government. Visit the post office in town to see/buy a wondrous collection of Bhutanese stamps and postcards. Afternoon: Tango excursion: Enjoy your afternoon with a hike to Tango Monastery at the head of the valley. En route, stop at Pangri Zampa. At present, a well-respected astrologer lives here. From the base point at Dodena (45 min drive from Thimphu), it’s an enjoyable one hour walk uphill to Tango. Visit the monastery and the holy caves. Tango is presently the residence of the 07th reincarnate of the 4th Desi (Temporal ruler) of Bhutan, Gyalse Tenzin Rabgye. After your descent, enjoy tea and snacks on the bank of the Thimphu River next to the picturesque Cheri Zam (Cheri Bridge), one of the last remaining traditional suspension bridges in the Himalayas. Return to hotel and spend rest of the time at leisure.

After an early breakfast start your scenic drive to Trongsa. Pass streams, forests and villages before climbing the Pelela Pass. On the way, stop at the Dochula pass 3120m alt. From this pass, on a clear day, you can view the Entire Eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges. Also, visit the 108 miniature stupas built in the centre of the pass and continue driving onwards.

Morning, after breakfast, visit the majestic Trongsa Dzong – the largest Dzong in the country, was an ancestral home of the ruling dynasty. Later drive to Bumthang one of the most scenic places in Bhutan. According to legends, Guru Padmasambhava lived here in the 8th century making it the heartland of Buddhism. There are more than 40 temples in the valley. Upon Arrival transfer to hotel. After brief rest, visit Kurjey Lakhang where it is believed that Guru Padmasambhava had meditated here in the 8th century. The temple is built around a cave with a body print of Guru Padmasambhava embedded in the wall. Continue hike to Padmanasabha Lhakhang, another meditation place of Guru Padmasambhava, Tamshing Lakhang also known as Temple of Good Massage and Jakar Dzong. Also, visit Swiss Farmhouse famous for its Cheese & Beer Factory.

After breakfast travel to Punakha. En-route visit the Royal Heritage Museum. This watchtower, which once guarded Trongsa Dzong from internal rebellion, stands on a promontory above the town. It was built by Chogyal Minjur Tempa, the 1st Governor of Trongsa in 1652. It has four observation points representing a tiger, lion, garuda, and dragon. A visit to this former watchtower provides visitors with an insight into the significance of Trongsa in Bhutan’s history. Continue your drive to Punakha. Upon arrival, check-in at your accommodation.

After breakfast, visit Punakha Dzong, a stunning 17th-century structure at the confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. Cross Bhutan’s longest suspension bridge, spanning 350 meters and adorned with colourful prayer flags. Next, visit Chimi Lhakhang, the famous “Fertility Temple,” reached through a scenic walk across rice fields. Later, travel to Paro and upon arrival check in at your accommodation. Later visit Kyichu Lhakhang, a serene 7th-century temple, and Ta Dzong (National Museum), a former watchtower showcasing Bhutan’s rich history and culture.

The main highlight of the day is the hike to one of Bhutan’s most venerated pilgrimage sites, the Taktsang Goemba, commonly referred to as the ‘Tiger’s Nest’. According to legend, Guru Rinpoche miraculously flew here on the back of a tigress, meditated in a cave here for three months and converted the whole of Paro valley to Buddhism. Resting at an altitude of 900m above the valley, Taktsang is an architectural wonder, and the spectacular four-hour walk will be your most overwhelming experience ever. Drive on to visit Drukgyel Dzong (the ruined fortress -17 km from the town), built in 1647 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate his victory over the Tibetans in 1644. Drukgyel means ‘fortress of the victorious Drukpas’. The Dzong, with a delightful village nestling at its foot, and the Mount of Jumolhari (Alt 24,000 feet) appearing as a backdrop in a fine weather is an awe-inspiring sight.

Morning after breakfast check out from your accommodation and travel to International Airport. Intime you will be assisted by our executive to board your flight to onward destinations.