3 Nights 4 Days Bhutan Tour

Day 01: Arrive Paro, drive to Thimphu (L/D)

Upon arrival in Paro, clear customs and immigration. Keep your copy of the visa
clearance letter handy. P.P size pictures are no longer required and your visa has
been paid. Meet your Guide and driver outside the terminal building and transfer to
Thimphu. Stroll around the city in the evening. Overnight Thimphu.

Drive from Paro to Thimphu: The distance of about 65kms from Paro town takes little
more than 1 hour. Dr ive south following Pachu river to the river confluence at
Chuzom, which is also the hub of road network going to Paro, Ha, Thimphu and
Phuntsholing. From Chuzom, the drive takes about 1 hour, staying close to the
Wangchu River in the valley floor, as you pass through villages and suburbs to the
capital, Thimphu. En-route, you can stop to view Tachogang temple and the nunnery
at Sitsina.

Thimphu (2,300m) was a wooded farming valley until 1961, when it became Bhutan's
official national capital. The massive Tashicho Dzong, about 700 years old, was
carefully revamped in the 1960s by the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk to house the
royal and main government offices. Even today, it still only has a few streets and
no traffic lights with estimated population of 70,000 people.

Day 02: Thimphu (B/L/D)

Full day sightseeing in Thimphu.

Visit Memorial Chorten, Zilukha Nunnery, Takin Sanctuary, Indigenous Hospital,
Textile Museum, Heritage Museum, Traditional School of arts & crafts and Tashicho
Dzong. Upon available time, you will also visit Zangdopelri temple, paper factory
and other sights. Overnight Thimphu.

Memorial Chorten: This landmark of Thimphu was built in 1974 in the memory of third
King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, who is popularly regarded as Father of Modern Bhutan. It
is a four-storey tall white building, containing statues and iconography of deities
from complex tantric teachings and serves as an important place of worship for
Thimphu residents, as well as from other parts of the country.

Zilukha Nunnery: It has been housed in Drubthob Goemba (monastery). There are about
70 nuns who live and pray everyday in the monastery. The beautiful view of Tashicho
Dzong can be seen from the nunnery.

Takin Sanctuary: Takin (Budorcas taxicolor) has been chosen as the national animal
of Bhutan is based both on its uniqueness and its association with country's history
and mythology. It is said that Devine Madman, a popular saint is said to have
created it with his magical power at a large congregation of devotees. It resembles
like a cow from back and goat in the front and continues to befuddle taxonomists,
who cannot quite relate to other animal.

Indigenous Hospital or National Institute of Traditional Medicine (Open 9-5pm
Mon-Fri, 9-1pm on Sat) is government funded institute that facilitates research of
traditional medicine and practices. It prepares and dispenses herbal and other
medicines with clinic where doctors diagnose and prescribe traditional medicines or
treatments.

School of arts & Crafts (open 9-5pm mon-fri and 9-1pm on Sat -with exceptions of
holidays and breaks). Commonly known as 'the painting school' is a national
institute where children attend six-year course that provides instruction in
Bhutan's traditional arts and crafts called Zorig Chuksum - meaning 13 crafts.

Tashichhodzong: This fortress serves as the office of the King, ministers and
various government organizations. It also is the headquarters for central monastic
body of Bhutan. Bhutan's spiritual leader Je-Khenpo and the monks of both Thimphu
and Punakha reside here during summer. It is also the venue for Thimphu Festival in
the fall season.

Heritage Museum: Heritage Museum is also a recent addition; housed in a traditional
home displays the living style of the Bhutanese family in 19th century.

Textile Museum: A recent addition in the capital city, this museum displays the
colorful and intricately hand woven textile, both old and new.

Paper Factory: Traditional papers were made from the daphne plant, using simple
methods.

Day 03: Thimphu - Paro (B/L/D)

After breakfast, retrace your drive back to Paro. In Paro visit Tiger's Nest
Monastery (Taktsang) and Farm House. Overnight Paro.

Drive fromThimphu to Paro. The drive from Thimphu to Paro takes less than 1 hour,
covering total of 65 km. From Thimphu, the western branch of lateral highway from
Thimphu, runs close to the Wangchu river in the valley floor, through the suburbs
and villages of Thimphu to arrive at the river confluence of Chuzom, which is also
the hub of road network going to Paro, Ha, Thimphu and Phuntsholing. From Chuzom, it
is north-west for about ½ hour, following Pa Chu river upstream, passing Tachogang
temple on the other side of the river, then through relatively straight road, into
the villages and farm houses of Paro valley.

Hike to Taktsang: Drive to north of Paro town for about ½ hr and embark on a trek to
the famed Taktsang (Tiger's lair) monastery. Taktsang monastery is located on the
face of a 1,000m seemingly impossible sheer, vertical cliff, above Paro valley.

The trail begins near the Satsam (2650m) and climbs steeply uphill to the Cafeteria
(2,940m), an area of exposed ridge with panoramic view of Takstang. This takes
little more then an hour. (Ponies are provided on request to ride up till this
Cafeteria, but rest of way, including return downhill must be on foot.) You can get
a good view from the Cafeteria or hike further uphill for another hour or so to the
temple itself. There are several other temples and sites within the vicinity. Lunch
is served at the tea house. The return trek to the road head is quite steep
downhill, where you will be met by the transport.

Farm House or Village Home: Bhutanese farmhouses are colorful, decorative and
traditionally built without any nails. Majority of the houses are with three story,
first floor is utilized for sheltering cattle, second floor for the family to live
in and the top for storing and drying of foods and fodder for animal. Almost all the
farmhouses follow the

Paro: Paro is one of the most beautiful valleys in the country with Bhutan's only
airport located here, among the terraced fields, and elegant farm houses. Willow
trees line many of the roads, contrasting with bright colors of the fields and the
most popular and important sites also found within Paro district. Paro town (2,280m)
is still a small with one main street and less then one hundred small family-run
shops. The weekend market in Paro is held on Saturdays

Day 04: Paro - Depart (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in time for your departure flight to onward
destination.

4 Nights 5 Days Bhutan Tours

Day 01: Arrive Paro, drive to Thimphu (L/D)

Upon arrival in Paro, clear customs and immigration. Keep your copy of the visa
clearance letter handy. P.P size pictures are no longer required and your visa has
been paid. Meet your Guide and driver outside the terminal building and transfer to
Thimphu. Stroll around the city in the evening. Overnight Thimphu.

Drive from Paro to Thimphu: The distance of about 65kms from Paro town takes little
more than 1 hour. Drive south following Pachu river to the river confluence at
Chuzom, which is also the hub of road network going to Paro, Ha, Thimphu and
Phuntsholing. From Chuzom, the drive takes about ½ hour, staying close to the
Wangchu River in the valley floor, as you pass through villages and suburbs to the
capital, Thimphu. En-route, you can stop to view Tachogang temple and the nunnery
at Sitsina.

Thimphu (2,300m) was a wooded farming valley until 1961, when it became Bhutan's
official national capital. The massive Tashicho Dzong, about 700 years old, was
carefully revamped in the 1960s by the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk to house the
royal and main government offices. Even today, it still only has a few streets and
no traffic lights with estimated population of 70,000 people.

Day 02: Thimphu (B/L/D)

Full day sightseeing in Thimphu.

Visit Memorial Chorten, Zilukha Nunnery, Takin Sanctuary, Indigenous Hospital,
Textile Museum, Heritage Museum, Traditional School of arts & crafts and Tashicho
Dzong. Upon available time, you will also visit Zangdopelri temple, paper factory
and other sights. Overnight Thimphu.

Memorial Chorten: This landmark of Thimphu was built in 1974 in the memory of third
King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, who is popularly regarded as Father of Modern Bhutan. It
is a four-storey tall white building, containing statues and iconography of deities
from complex tantric teachings and serves as an important place of worship for
Thimphu residents, as well as from other parts of the country.

Zilukha Nunnery: It has been housed in Drubthob Goemba (monastery). There are about
70 nuns who live and pray everyday in the monastery. The beautiful view of Tashicho
Dzong can be seen from the nunnery.

Takin Sanctuary: Takin (Budorcas taxicolor) has been chosen as the national animal
of Bhutan is based both on its uniqueness and its association with country's history
and mythology. It is said that Devine Madman, a popular saint is said to have
created it with his magical power at a large congregation of devotees. It resembles
like a cow from back and goat in the front and continues to befuddle taxonomists,
who cannot quite relate to other animal.

Indigenous Hospital or National Institute of Traditional Medicine (Open 9-5pm
Mon-Fri, 9-1pm on Sat) is government funded institute that facilitates research of
traditional medicine and practices. It prepares and dispenses herbal and other
medicines with clinic where doctors diagnose and prescribe traditional medicines or
treatments.

School of arts & Crafts (open 9-5pm mon-fri and 9-1pm on Sat -with exceptions of
holidays and breaks). Commonly known as 'the painting school' is a national
institute where children attend six-year course that provides instruction in
Bhutan's traditional arts and crafts called Zorig Chuksum - meaning 13 crafts.

Tashichhodzong: This fortress serves as the office of the King, ministers and
various government organizations. It also is the headquarters for central monastic
body of Bhutan. Bhutan's spiritual leader Je-Khenpo and the monks of both Thimphu
and Punakha reside here during summer. It is also the venue for Thimphu Festival in
the fall season.

Heritage Museum: Heritage Museum is also a recent addition; housed in a traditional
home displays the living style of the Bhutanese family in 19th century.

Textile Museum: A recent addition in the capital city, this museum displays the
colorful and intricately hand woven textile, both old and new.

Paper Factory: Traditional papers were made from the daphne plant, using simple
methods.

Day 03: Thimphu - Punakha - Thimphu (B/L/D)

Excursion to Punakha. In Punakha visit Punakha Dzong and Chimi Lhakhang. Drive to
Thimphu for overnight. Overnight Thimphu.

Drive from Thimphu to Punakha: The drive from Thimphu (80 kms) takes about 3 hours.
The road climbs from Thimphu to Dochula pass (3,050m) and descends through ever
changing forests into the semi-tropical valley of Punakha and Wangdi at around
1200m.

En-route stop at Dochula pass (3050m) where you can view the eastern Himalayas,
including Bhutan's highest mountain, Gangkar Punsum (7,550m).

Punakha Dzong: or Pungthang Dechen Phodrang "Palace of Great Happiness" is located
on the confluence of two rivers, the Pho and Mochu. It was built in 1637 by
Shubdrung Nawang Namgyal and following the ancient traditions, it serves as winter
residence for chief abbot (Je-khenpo) and the monks of Central Monastic Body, who
return to Thimphu in the summer

Chimi Lhakhang: a monastery and fertility temple dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley,
a Tibetan Buddhist saint known popularly as "the divine madman" and considered a
folk hero in Bhutan for his unconventional ways. Drukpa Kuenley originally built a
chorten on the site in the 14th century, on which a temple was later built in 15th
century. The temple, flanked by nearly 100 tall prayer flags, sits atop a
picturesque hill. It has long been a pilgrimage site for childless couples. This
easy walk takes about ½ hour each way.

Punakha and Wangdiphodrang: Punakha and Wangdue, although two separate districts,
are located in one valley (20km/ ½ hr drive apart) and they are at the lower
elevation of about 1,250m with pleasant winters. Cactuses, Oranges, bananas and
sub-tropical plants are found here. Punakha was once the winter capital of Bhutan,
the tradition that is still held by the Central Monastic body

Drive from Punakha to Thimphu. The drive from Punakha to Thimphu takes about 3
hours, covering total of 80 km. From Punakha, climb back to the Dochula pass
(3,050m), where you have another opportunity to view the peaks of the eastern
Himalayas. Descend to Thimphu from Dochula takes about 40 minutes.

Day 04: Thimphu - Paro (B/L/D)

After breakfast, retrace your drive back to Paro. In Paro visit Tiger's Nest
Monastery (Taktsang) and Farm House. Overnight Paro.

Drive fromThimphu to Paro. The drive from Thimphu to Paro takes less than 1 hour,
covering total of 65 km. From Thimphu, the western branch of lateral highway from
Thimphu, runs close to the Wangchu river in the valley floor, through the suburbs
and villages of Thimphu to arrive at the river confluence of Chuzom, which is also
the hub of road network going to Paro, Ha, Thimphu and Phuntsholing. From Chuzom, it
is north-west for about ½ hour, following Pa Chu river upstream, passing Tachogang
temple on the other side of the river, then through relatively straight road, into
the villages and farm houses of Paro valley.

Hike to Taktsang: Drive to north of Paro town for about ½ hr and embark on a trek to
the famed Taktsang (Tiger's lair) monastery. Taktsang monastery is located on the
face of a 1,000m seemingly impossible sheer, vertical cliff, above Paro valley.

The trail begins near the Satsam (2650m) and climbs steeply uphill to the Cafeteria
(2,940m), an area of exposed ridge with panoramic view of Takstang. This takes
little more then an hour. (Ponies are provided on request to ride up till this
Cafeteria, but rest of way, including return downhill must be on foot.) You can get
a good view from the Cafeteria or hike further uphill for another hour or so to the
temple itself. There are several other temples and sites within the vicinity. Lunch
is served at the tea house. The return trek to the road head is quite steep
downhill, where you will be met by the transport.

Farm House or Village Home: Bhutanese farmhouses are colorful, decorative and
traditionally built without any nails. Majority of the houses are with three story,
first floor is utilized for sheltering cattle, second floor for the family to live
in and the top for storing and drying of foods and fodder for animal. Almost all the
farmhouses follow the

Paro: Paro is one of the most beautiful valleys in the country with Bhutan's only
airport located here, among the terraced fields, and elegant farm houses. Willow
trees line many of the roads, contrasting with bright colors of the fields and the
most popular and important sites also found within Paro district. Paro town (2,280m)
is still a small with one main street and less then one hundred small family-run
shops. The weekend market in Paro is held on Saturdays

Day 05: Paro - Depart (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in time for your departure flight to
Kathmandu or on ward destination.

Package price: Ask us as per seasion and group size.

Package Rate includes;
* Accommodation on twin share basis
* All meals (incl. evening tea/snacks)
* All hotel tax and service charge
* Private transfers with driver (incl. airport transfers)
* Local sightseeing
* Services of an English speaking local guide
* Long road permits
* Visa processing incl. Govt. royalty and taxes
* Entrance fees to monuments/museums

Does not include;
* Druk Air Flights
* Visa fee ($ 20 per person paid on arrival for European and US $ 30 for American
national)
* TDF- US$ 10 per person
* Travel and medical insurance coverage
* Alcoholic beverages
* Laundry, tips and other expenses of personal nature