Glimpse of Bhutan

Day 1: Arrive at Paro – Transfer to Thimphu

• Arrival: Paro International Airport

• Activities:

  • Visit Tamchog Lhakhang Iron Bridge on the way

  • Explore Tashichho Dzong (Thimphu Fortress)

  • Walk around Thimphu Main Street and local craft shops

• Overnight: Thimphu

Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing

• Highlights:

  • Buddha Dordenma – Giant Buddha statue overlooking the valley

  • National Memorial Chorten

  • Folk Heritage Museum and Textile Museum

  • Simply Bhutan Museum (optional cultural experience)

• Evening: Visit Centenary Farmers Market and stroll along Norzin Lam

• Overnight: Thimphu

Day 3: Thimphu – Punakha Excursion – Return to Thimphu

• Drive: 3 hrs one way

• En Route:

  • Dochula Pass (3,100 m) – 108 stupas and Himalayan views

• In Punakha:

  • Visit Punakha Dzong – one of Bhutan’s most beautiful fortresses

  • Short hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility)

• Return: Drive back to Thimphu

• Overnight: Thimphu

Day 4: Thimphu – Paro & Sightseeing

• Drive: 1.5 hrs

• Activities in Paro:

  • National Museum (Ta Dzong)

  • Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong)

  • Kyichu Lhakhang – one of Bhutan’s oldest temples

• Evening: Explore Paro town and local cafés

• Overnight: Paro

Day 5: Paro – Hike to Tiger’s Nest (Taktsang Monastery)

• Morning:

  • Early hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (4–5 hrs round trip)

  • Enjoy tea at the viewpoint café

• Afternoon: Relax or shop for souvenirs

• Overnight: Paro

Day 6: Departure from Paro

• Breakfast at hotel

• Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure