Bhutan Amazing Tour

After breakfast, proceed for a full day guided sightseeing of Bouddhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple & Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Bouddhanath is the largest stupa in Nepal and the holiest Tibetan Buddhist temple outside Tibet. It is the center of Tibetan culture in Kathmandu and rich in Buddhist symbolism. From above, Bouddhanath stupa looks like a giant mandala, or diagram of the Buddhist cosmos. And as in all Tibetan mandalas, four of the Dhyani Buddhas mark the cardinal points, with the fifth, Vairocana, enshrined in the center (in the white hemisphere of the stupa).

Pashupatinath is a Hindu temple on the banks of the Bagmati River in Deopatan, a village 3 km northwest of Kathmandu. It is dedicated to a manifestation of Shiva called Pashupati (Lord of Animals). It attracts thousands of pilgrims each year and has become well known far beyond the Kathmandu Valley. The temple is barred to non-Hindus, but a good view of the temple can be had from the opposite bank of the river.

Kathmandu Durbar Square with its arrays of temple and the ancient palace of the former Nepali Royals enriches your experience of the centuries old civilization. The Kathmandu Durbar Square held the palaces of the Malla and Shah Kings who ruled over the city. Along with these palaces, the square surrounds quadrangles, revealing courtyards and temples.

Overnight at Dusit Princess Kathmandu

Meals included: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey to Bhutan. Arrive in Paro by Druk air/Bhutan airlines. The flight offers you beautiful view of mountains and landscapes. On arrival and after visa formalities you will be received by our representative and transfer to Thimphu (54 kms). Our day is for the sights of Thimphu, beginning at the Memorial Chorten, with its golden spires shining in the sun, its tinkling bells and an endless procession of elderly people circling around it. Erected by the royal grandmother Ashi  Phutsho  Chodoen in memory of  her son the third king Jigme Dorje, it contains a  fine collection of  Buddhist statues  and is a center of tantric Buddhism in all its complexity. Visit the Folk Heritage Museum, founded by Her Majesty the Queen Ashi Dorji Wangchuck. The museum is dedicated to connecting people to the Bhutanese rural past through an exhibition of items and artifacts used in rural households, demonstrating customs, traditions, habits and skills. The principal exhibit is the museum building itself which is a restored three-storey traditional rammed mud and timber house. It contains household objects, typical domestic tools and equipment used by a rural family. Onward, we will visit Kuensel Phodrang, where the Buddha Dordenma resides, it is said to be one of the largest Buddha in the world, standing at 169 feet / 51.5 meters. You will see Thimphu city from a bird's eye view.

Overnight in Thimphu

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast we visit the Thimpu farmers market to witness the local organic produce on sale. It is a vibrant hub of activity that embodies the country’s commitment to sustainability, organic farming, and traditional practices. Known locally as the Centenary Farmers’ Market, this marketplace serves as a key venue for Bhutanese farmers to sell their fresh, organic produce directly to consumers. After Lunch we head to Punakha crossing the Dochula pass 3100 meters. On fine weather you will see the eastern Himalayan ranges including the highest mountain in Bhutan Mt. Gangar Punsum 7520 meters. The drive from the pass is all the way downhill dropping to the lower and warmer valleys of lobesa. Upon arriving in Punakha we visit Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility monastery. It is a must-visit which offers a blend of spiritual depth, cultural richness, and scenic beauty that leaves a lasting impression.

Overnight in Punakha

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner    

After breakfast take a 1-2 hr hike to explore the countryside of Punakha. The hike is a serene and immersive experience that combines breathtaking landscapes, cultural exploration, and a deep connection with Bhutan's rural way of life. Known for its fertile valleys, terraced rice fields, and traditional villages. Mid-morning, we visit the Punakha Dzong which served as an old capital of Bhutan. This remarkable fortress is built between two rivers and has survived many glacial floods and fire. Every year during the month of February a procession known as the Punakha Serda takes place to commemorate the victory over the Tibetans.

Overnight in Punakha

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast drive to Paro via Thimpu. Afternoon stop for lunch at Bhutan’s first and only brewery for a western meal. After checking in the hotel, relax for spa & wellness at the hotel.   Evening experience a local family hosted traditional Bhutanese dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast

Early morning hike to Taktsang monastery. The hike which is all the way uphill takes about 2 /3 hours through pine forests. The monastery clings to a huge granite cliff 800 meters from the Paro valley. It is believed that the great saint Padmasambhava came in the 7^th century on a flying tigress and meditated in a cave for 3 months. Evening at Paro town for final souvenir shopping. Dinner back at the hotel.

Overnight in Paro

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Upon arrival in Kathmandu transfer for your onward journey

Meals included: Breakfast