In the morning we will take a pleasure trip to Taktsang Monastery which is famously known as Tiger’s Nest or Tiger’s lair. Taktsang is considered the most sacred place in Bhutan where Guru Rinpoche one of the holiest figures in Mahayana Buddhism, flew to the present location on the back of a tigress. The monastery was built in 1692 and it is the place, where Guru Rinpoche had mediated for 3 years, 3 months and 3 days. Today it is a cultural emblem of Bhutan. A trip to Bhutan is partial without a visit to this holistic site. The visit to Paro Taksang will give you the most thrilling experience. Lunch will be served in the midway at the cafeteria.

We resume hiking to the base point and drive to the farmhouse for a hot stone bath, giving the relief on joint pain.

Overnight at hotel.

After breakfast continue to Thimphu, the capital and largest city of Bhutan. About 5km south of Thimphu lays Simtokha Dzong which is one of the oldest Dzong in the country and was built by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. It is the first structure that incorporates both monastic and administrative facilities. The Dzong houses the Rigney School for Dzongkha and monastic studies. Afternoon, in Thimphu, visit the Memorial Stupa which is also known as Thimphu Chorten. It was built in 1974 as a memorial to the late third king, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. And Trashichho Dzong also known as Thimphu Dzong. Presently Trashichho Dzong houses are the secretariat room, throne room, and offices of the king of Bhutan. During the evening, visit the handicrafts Emporium & Textile and Fork Heritage Museum.

Overnight at Thimphu.

In the Morning, Thimphu sightseeing which includes visiting of National Library, Painting School and Traditional Medicine Institute. After that head towards Punakha crossing Dochula Pass where there are 108 memorial stupas known as Druk Wangyal Chortens which were built by the eldest Queen mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk. The Punakha Dzong is the old capital town of Bhutan. On arrival check into the hotel. Evening visit Punakha, also known as Punthang Dechen Phodrang. Punakha Dzong is the most mesmerizing Dzong in the country. This Dzong was the second Dzong built in the country. Later in evening visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten

Overnight at Punakha

After breakfast head towards Gangtey by Wangduephodrang. Visit glorious Wangdue Dzong and its native market. Further crossing through the intense forest which comprises oak and rhododendron trees finally arrives at Gangtey (2900m). Evening stroll around Gangtey Village and visit Gangtey Gompa which is an important monastery of Nyingmapa school of Buddhism.

Overnight at Gangtey.

Morning visit to Phobjikha valley which is well known for Black Necked Cranes. Phojikha valley is one of the most mesmerizing and most preferred places in the country for sightseeing. The cranes are the winter visitors from late October to mid-February. After lunch drive to Trongsa crossing 11220 ft Pele la. Evening visit to the resident market.

Overnight at Trongsa

In the morning visit Trongsa Dzong, which is the largest Dzong fortress in Bhutan. The Dzong was built in 1648 and it was the seat of power over central and eastern Bhutan. Later visited Ta Dzong, The Watchtower, which was built to guard Trongsa Dzong from internal rebellion. Ta Dzong gives visitors an insight into the importance of Trongsa Dzong in Bhutan. After lunch head towards Bumthang, which is also known as the spiritual and cultural heartland of Bhutan. Evening stroll around the local market.

Overnight at Bumthang

Having more numbers of ancient temples and sacred sites Bumthang falls under the most historic Dzongkhag. Bumthang is well known for its brewery and it produces the famous Red Panda Wheat Beer. Morning visit to Jambay Lhakhang which is a minute’s drive from Chamkhar town. It is one of the oldest temples founded by Songtsen Gampo to subdue the demoness that was residing in the Himalayas. The main relics include the past, present and future Buddha and it has one of the most magnificent festivals in the country which comprises of fire ritual and the ritualistic naked dance. Then visit Kurje Lhakhang which houses the imprint of Guru Rinpoche who is believed to have lived in a cave for three months. A tall cypress tress beside the monastery is believed to have sprouted from the walking stick of Guru Rinpoche. Afternoon visit to Jakar Yugyal Dzong commonly known as Jakar Dzong. Jakar Dzong or the Fortress of the White Bird is the Dzong of the Bumthang District in Central Bhutan. Later visit Tamshing Lhakhang which is the important Nyingma Gompa in Bhutan and it was founded by Pema Lingpa in the year 1501. Tamshing Lhakhang houses ancient religious paintings like one thousand Buddhas and 21 Taras (female form of Boddhisatva). Evening visit to local handicrafts and market

Overnight at Bumthang.

The journey resumes eastwards twisting through more jagged terrain. The 7-hour journey takes you through spectacular views while passing through URA village and the highest motorable pass in the kingdom, the Thrumshingla pass. Upon approaching Sengor, visitors are welcomed by the splendid cascading waterfall on the way and later by Maize fields and eastern hamlets to Mongar town. Visit Mongar Dzong which holds the Architectural traditions of old Dzongs.

Overnight at Mongar

The three-hour journey takes through a mesmerizing place marked by Chhorten and a stone wall called Kori la pass which is 2450 m above sea level. The journey continues through a flourishing forest crammed with ferns and is later welcomed by beautiful corn fields and banana groves upon reaching Yadi. Beautiful Gamri River flows till the junction to Dametsi Monastery which is the home of the Dramitse Ngacham or Drum Dance originating by Lama Kunga Gyaltsen. About 1000m from this point lies Trashigang. Trashigang is the eastern terminus of the Lateral Road and Bhutan’s main highway leading to Phuntsholing in the southernwest. Trashigang is the largest district in Bhutan. Trashigang is served by Yongphulla Airport. Visit Trashigang Dzong which was built in 1659 by Trongsa Penlop Minjur Tenpa and had served as an administrative headquarters and monastery.

Overnight at Trashigang.

Visit Gom Kora temple which is 24 km away from Trashigang. It is believed that during the 8th century Guru Rinpoche, a Buddhist Saint mediated to subdue a demon. It is also believed that Guru left his body imprint on the rock. Further continuing the journey will reach Doksum village where all the women will be busy weaving the traditional Bhutanese Fabric followed by a chain bridge. Visit Trashiyangtse Dzong which is one of the oldest Dzong in Bhutan. The Dzong was built by Pema Lingpa in the 15th century the fortress houses the statue of Chuchizey (Avalokiteshvara).

Evening return to Trashigang.

Overnight at Trashigang.

After breakfast head back to Bumthang and lunch will be served en route.

Overnight at Bumthang.

After breakfast visit the native market and drive to Punakha. Lunch will be served at one of the famous restaurants in Trongsa. Upon reaching Wangduephodrang take a short tea/coffee break then continue the journey towards Punakha Hotel for overnight. Dinner will be served from the same hotel.

Overnight at Punakha

Morning visit to native markets and after lunch head towards Paro for overnight stay.

After breakfast from the hotel, head towards the airport for the flight to onward destination.