Bhutan Breathtaking 5 Nights / 6 Days Group Tour Inclusions Hotels Sight-Seen Transfers Meals Destination Overview:Explore the wonderful country of Bhutan where progress is measured by Gross National Happiness. Journey through picturesque mountains and valleys across Thimphu and Paro. Visit the famous dzongs and monasteries and marvel at the unique traditions of the land. Trek through lush green countryside and rejuvenate your senses. Immerse yourself in the colorful culture of the Bhutanese people and get ready for the journey of a lifetime. Major Attractions: King’s Memorial Chorten Taktsang Monastery Paro Tour Thimpu Tour Inclusions: 3 Nights accommodation in Thimphu in 3* Hotel Category 2 Nights accommodation in Paro in 3* Hotel Category Daily Buffet Breakfast at Hotel Sightseeing tours as per the itinerary with Services of an English speaking Guide Airport & Intercity transfers Transportation by Non-A/C Vehicle (as per the program only) Inner line permits All presently applicable Hotel. Should there be any further levy of Govt. / statutory taxes or charges, the same shall be chargeable extra as and when applicable Exclusions Entrance fee to the Monuments, Camera fee, etc. to be paid directly by the Guest Items of personal nature like- Tip, Porterage, Laundry, Telephone calls, Room service charges, Beverages, etc. Any Service not mentioned in Inclusions The payments for additional services taken at the hotel are to be settled directly at the hotel Hotel Surcharges (if applicable) to be Paid Extra Detailed Itinerary: Day 1: Arrival in Paro and Drive to Thimphu Today you will arrive in the beautiful city of Paro. On your arrival at the Paro airport, you will be met by our representative and assisted on your drive to Thimphu (55 kilometers, approximately 01-hour 30 minutes drive). On your arrival in Thimphu you will check in to your hotel for overnight stay. Overnight stay at hotel in Thimphu. Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Thimphu Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel. Following breakfast, you will proceed on your guided sightseeing tour of Thimphu. The tour included visit to the National Library, the Institute for ZorigChusum, commonly known as the Painting School. Later you will visit the Textile and Folk Heritage Museum which is a fascinating testimony of the Bhutanese living traditions and material culture. In the afternoon, after having Lunch (on your own) you will visit the King’s Memorial Chorten. You will later visit the Handicrafts Emporium that is run by the Bhutanese government. After a full day’s sightseeing, you will return to your hotel for overnight stay. Overnight stay at hotel in Thimphu. Day 3: Day Excursion to Punakha Early this morning you will have your breakfast at the hotel and leave for your day excursion to Punakha (75 kms / approximately 03-hours 30 minutes drive one way). You will first drive up to the Dochu-la Pass (3,088 m / 10,130 ft). You will stop here briefly to soak in the breathtaking view and admire the Chorten, Mani Wall, and prayer flags that have been erected to decorate the highest point on the road. You can view the following peaks at this pass. (From left to right): Masagang (7,158m), Tsendagang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m), Jejegangphugang (7,158 m), Kangphugang (7,170 m), Zongphugang (7,060 m), a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana, and finally GangkarPuensum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7,497m. After you have admired the view at Dochu-La Pass, you will continue your drive to Punakha where you will visit the PunakhaDzong. You will also visit the ChimiLakhang Temple. Later return to Thimphu after the sightseeing. Overnight stay at hotel in Thimphu. Day 4: Thimphu to Paro Drive After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and prepare for your drive to Paro. En route you will visit the SimtokhaDzong. On arrival in Paro, you will transfer to the hotel for Check In and relax. In the afternoon you will proceed for sightseeing in Paro. You will begin with a visit to the Ta Dzong which was once a watchtower. Later, you will walk down a picturesque hillside trail to visit the RinpungDzong. It was built in 1646 by ShabdrunNgawangNamgyal who is the first temporal and spiritual ruler of Bhutan. Overnight stay at hotel in Paro. Day 5: Excursion to Taktsang Monastery Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Later you will proceed for an exciting excursion to the most iconic landmark of Bhutan, the Taktsang Monastery. It is also known as the Tiger’s Nest and is a must-see for anyone visiting Bhutan. After you have clicked photos and caught your breath from the climb, you will head back to Paro. En route you will visit the KyichuLakhang. It is one of the old and most sacred shrines ob the Bhutanese Kingdom. Overnight stay at hotel in Paro. Day 6: Depart Paro After an early breakfast at the hotel, you will be met and assisted by our representative at the hotel lobby for Check out & transfer to the airport for your Flight to return home. With the memories, experiences and photographs of a lifetime, this trip will draw to an end.