Activities

Day 01: Arrival in Paro to Thimphu (1.5 hrs drive)
Fly on the wings of the Dragon to Bhutan, on arrival in Paro International Airport, complete the immigration formalities and exit through only one arrival gate where HBT dedicated team who will be holding placard, no one will be missed. We welcome with khaddar and proceed to Thimphu which will take about an hour and half. The route will follow Paro River until Chuzom from where we will bend towards Thimphu river taking us to the heart of capital city Thimphu. The entire stretch of drives is very scenic and picturesque as we pass by some of the beautiful villages of Bondey, Shaba, Isina etc until we enter welcome gate in Thimphu. En-route we will stop over Tachogang Lhakhang: En-route to Thimphu, stopover for little leg stretch walk crossing Paro River or enjoy the views from the roadside depending your arrival time. We will explore the city by walk: If time permits, walking through the city gives you immense joys and understanding of modern city. Good option for imported garments and local souvenir, beside unique local handicrafts. Thimphu offers mixed style of personalities taking the street
walk in Thimphu- only city in the world without traffic lights. Overnight in Thimphu, altitude 2400m

Day 02: Thimphu Sightseeing to Paro
We will retrace the journey crossing over Chuzom and further to Paro. Visit Buddha viewpoint: The Buddha Dordenma is located at a top of the hill in Kuensel phodrang Nature Park and overlooks the southern entrance to Thimphu valley. Drive pass by Memorial: It is located close to the center of Thimphu city and is one of its most iconic monuments. Visitors will find elderly Bhutanese people circumambulating the Chorten throughout the day. The National Memorial Chorten was built in memory of Late Third King of Bhutan and dedicated to World Peace. Third King is regarded as father of modern Bhutan. Visit 17th century Paro Dzong: ‘Fortress on a Heap of Jewels’, is ranked one of the best Bhutanese architecture. The massive buttressed walls that tower over the town are visible
throughout the valley, particularly when landing at Paro Airport. The Dzong also offers administrative seat of the district of Paro. The Dzong was built in 1644 under the order of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. Ta Dzong unique national museum: Perched above Paro Dzong it was watchtower built in 1649 to protect the undefended Paro Dzong located below, renovated in 1968 to house the National Museum. Today this museum houses the best collections of all time historical items making worth for a visit. Explore the tiny town: Tiny Paro town actually can offer lot more, there are many authentic handicraft shops, readily available Bhutan made products, grocery and imported garment shops beside having many small restaurants around. Overnight in Paro, altitude 2200m

Day 03: Paro Sightseeing
This picturesque region in the kingdom is covered in fertile rice fields and has a beautiful, crystalline river meandering down the valley. Paro has more of historical sites, high-end tourist resort and many souvenir shops for shopping including world famous Takstang. Taktsang Monastery (Tiger Nest Temple): is Bhutan’s most iconic landmark and religious Buddhist site in the world. The name Taktsang translates to “The Tiger’s Nest”. The temple is one of the holiest sites in Bhutan which clings impossibly to a sheer cliff face 900 meters above the valley. Although good trekkers can make it to the top in two hours, most of the guests take whole day to complete the hike. Overnight in Paro

Day 04: End of the Tour
Departure from the Kingdom of Bhutan

Includes

• US$ 40 (visa fee for a single entry, per person for foreign nationals)
• Visa & E-permit process and arrangement, only valid passport accepted.
  SDF to the government
• All accommodations on twin/double sharing basis as per the hotels listed below
• Breakfast and dinner in hotel, lunch will be outside the hotel in tourist standard restaurant
• Full-time English-speaking guide will be provided
• Transfers and sightseeing as per your itinerary
• Entrance fees to events, historic sites, museums and parks as indicated in the itinerary only
• Farmhouse visit for meals/stay with local family, only if you are interested
• Complimentary a bottle of water per head

Not Includes

• Air tickets to/from Bhutan
• Single room supplement and room upgrade charges
• Bank charges for payment transfers
• Any alcoholic/nonalcoholic beverages
• Other personal expenses/shopping
• Travel Insurance must cover COVID expenses
• Unforeseen COVID expenses & Personal PPE
• Gratuities to guide and driver
• Outdoor activities (Cycling, River
• Rafting, Motor Biking, Horse Riding, Cultural Program etc.)

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Hotel star rating in Bhutan is not up to the international standard
• Rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking confirmation.