Arrived to Paro international Airport and transfer to Thimphu: The flight to Paro is one of the spectacular in the entire Himalayas. Whether flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu or over the foothills from Kolkata, the journey offers fascinating view and an exciting descent into the kingdom. Bhutan’s gift to you as you disembark from the aircraft will be cool, clean fresh mountain air. After immigration formalities and baggage collection, you will be received by representative of Fly to Bhutan, and after wards drive to Thimphu, the capital town of Bhutan with en¬-route stops at Chuzom, and the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers. Three different styles of stupas (Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese) adorn this confluence. Upon arrival Thimphu check into the hotel. Evening visit to Tashichhodzong, means Fortress of Glorious Religion. Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal built it in 1641. It houses the secretariat building, the throne room and the office of the king, and the central monk body. It was reconstructed in 1960s in traditional Bhutanese manner, without nails or Architectural plans.

Thimphu- (sightseeing): After an early breakfast, visit king’s memorial stupa (the Memorial Chorten) continuously circumambulated by people, murmuring the mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Construction of this land mark was the idea of Bhutan’s Third king His majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (the father of modern Bhutan) who has wish to erect monument to world peace and prosperity .Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it serve both as a memorial to the late king and as a monument to peace. You will also get an opportunity to get a glance of Bhutan’s national animal known as the Takin at Mini zoo; this is an extremely rare member of the goat family. Found in herds in the very high altitudes (13,125ft and over). They live on the diet of bamboo. Buddha Point, The viewpoint is also the perfect place to take in some truly breathtaking views of the entire city of Thimphu and also later visit Kuenselcholing hilltop where the largest Buddha in the world is being built. Then visit the Handicraft Emporium and local craft Bazaar, to get a glance of Bhutan’s fine traditional arts. Here you can buy hand woven textiles, Thangkas, paintings, mask, ceramics slate and wood carving, jewelry, interesting item made from local materials. Visit the Painting School where traditional art is still preserved. Artists are taught to paint Thankas (sacred Buddhist scroll).

Thimphu to Punakha (75km 3 hours’ drive): After early breakfast up to Dochula pass (3088m) stopping briefly here to take in the view and admire the stupa, Mani wall, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road. If sky are clear the following peaks can be seen from this pass (left to right)- Masagang 7158m, Tsendagang 6960m, Terigang 7060m, Jejegangpugang 7158m, Kangbugang 7170m, Zongphugang 7060m, a Table mountain that dominates the isolate region of Lunana, finally Gangkharphunsum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7497m. Later visit to Punakha Dzong, build strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as religious and administrative center of the region, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutanese history. Damaged by four catastrophic fires and an earthquake, Dzong has been fully restored by 4th king. Hike to Chimmi Lhakhang situated on a hillock in the center of the valley. It is dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kinley, who in the late 15th century used humor, songs and outrageous behavior to dramatize his teaching and due to this he is also known as ‘divine madman’. This temple is known as the temple of fertility. Overnight hotel at Punakha

Punakha –Limbukha (Start of Trek): Today we will start our trek ; the trek starts from the opposite direction of Punakha Dzong. The route will pass by villages and paddy fields and through forests of pine and rhododendron. Overnight at camp

Limbukha- Chungsakha: Today we will pass through a rhododendron and oak forest. We will make camp in front of Lama Drukpa Kinley’s Lhakhang in the middle of Chungsakha village. We will get an opportunity to experience a close look at Bhutanese life and we can also visit the farmhouse. Overnight at camp, altitude 7000ft; Distance 8.7 miles

Chungsakha- Samtengang: On today’s trail we can see paddy fields, Bhutanese farmhouse, and the village of Sha, Wangdue. Overnight at camp, altitude 6300ft; Distance 5.6 miles.

Samtengang – Paro: : After breakfast drive towards Paro. Upon reaching Paro, visit Rinpung Dzong. Built in 1646 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative) and Thrimpon (Judge) of Paro district. Drive up to the Drukgyel valley to view the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong. It was from here that the Bhutanese repelled several invading Tibetan armies during the 17th century. This is to be followed by a visit to the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most scared shrines of the Kingdom. Overnight at hotels at Paro

Paro [hike to Taktsang]: Today will also take what for many is the nightlight of Bhutan, a visit to the holy Tiger’s nest monastery. This involves a spectacular walk up to the lofty heights of the 300 years old Tiger’s nest monastery. Situated high above the Paro valley, the spectacular view from this ‘temple of Heaven’ are simply breathtaking. Please note this walk can take up to 3 hours but ponies can be provided for those who may find the walk a little too strenuous.

Departure: After breakfast, drive to Paro International airport for onward destination