Historical Bhutan

Arrive Paro airport and direct drive to Thimphu – Approximately 1 1⁄2 hrs driving time.On a clear day, the panoramic views of the Himalaya are
sensational, including Everest, but particularly exciting is the approach through the Bhutanese foothills and the landing, including a few steep turns to land at the tiny airstrip of Paro. In Paro you will be received by your Bhutanese guide and transferred to Thimphu that takes an hour. There are a good many things to see in the
capital which has a very relaxed, laid-back feel about it. Thimphu is relatively small and is Bhutan's capital city and center of government, religion, and commerce.
Upon arrival, we will take a tour of Thimphu City. We will visit the following sites:
● Folk Heritage Museum- The museum gives you a glimpse of the traditional Bhutanese
lifestyle, in addition to artifacts from rural households; it also displays an impressive
collection of typical household objects, tools and equipment.
● Zorig Chusum (the 'Painting School') - The Institute of Zorig Chusum in Thimphu is the premier institution of traditional arts and crafts set up by the Government of Bhutan with the
sole objective of preserving the rich culture and tradition of Bhutan and training students in all traditional art forms.
● Memorial Chorten - a Stupa built in 1974 to honor the third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. This large chorten is one of the most visible landmarks in Thimphu, and for many Bhutanese
it is the focus of daily worship. Elderly people shuffle meditatively around the chorten, families light butter lamps, and kids rush out a quick parikrama (ritual circumambulation).
Return to your hotel and the evening is at leisure.
Dinner at hotel, Overnight at hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

● Thangtong Dewachen Nunnery (Zilukha Nunnery) - The nunnery is located in Zilukha
(Thimphu District) overlooking Tashichodzong and is a few minutes’ drive from the town, it is
popularly known as the Zilukha Anim Dratshang. It was built in 1976 by the 16th emanation
of Thangtong Gyalpo, Drubthob Rikey Jadrel. Currently, the nunnery is home to about 60
nuns.

● Tashichho Dzong - In the evening visit, Fortress of the
Glorious Religion. This impressive fortress houses some
ministries, His Majesty’s secretariat, and the central monk body.

Arrival in Paro and visit:
● National Museum - The National Museum is the pride of
Bhutan. Flaunting art and traditions, it has six floors, each of
them narrating a unique tale from the past. You can see
paintings, art pieces, animal masks, and many more facets of
the rich Bhutanese culture.
● Paro Dzong - One of the finest examples of architecture, the
Rinpung Dzong, also known as the Paro Dzong, has a very
spiritual environment. Beautifully lit-up at night, the dzong
has many illustrations portraying the life of Buddha.
Dinner at the hotel, Overnight at hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Morning visit the local market this morning, then proceed to the
spectacular Taktshang Monastery ('Tiger's Nest'), Enjoy a 4-hour
hike with your guide. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon visit the following:
Later drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese
warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of
sacred Chomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her
glory from the approach road to the Dzong.
Along the way, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the
108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen
Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan.
You have the option to enjoy hot stone bath at a traditional farm house (exclusivity of Bhutan), on
direct payment basis, wherein spring / river water reaches a bath tub after passing through red hot
stones having medicinal qualities.
Dinner the hotel, Overnight at hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to the airport