Best of Bhutan Tour ( Culture- Hikes- Short Trek- Monastic Stay)

• After breakfast, we will drive to the Buddha statue, the biggest seating statue in the world. Here you will spend some time and Later in the day, we will visit Changangkha Temple built in the 13 century on a hilltop, Wangditse Hike- Takin preserves, Zilukha nunnery, Traditional Art School, National Library, Textile Academy and Museum, Changlimithang ground where you may see Archery, Centennial farmers’ market, which is more vibrant over the weekend (Fri-Sun).Buddha Dordenma,Great Buddha Dordenma is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue located on Kuensel Phodrang ridge overlooking the city. It houses over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues, each of which, like the Great Buddha Dordenma itself, are made of bronze and gilded in gold. Construction began in 2006 and was complted in 2015.It is one of the the largest Buddha statues in the world at 52m tall. Traditional Hospital,Zilukha Nunnery,Takin Preserve,Painting School, BBS Tower, Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory If you’re feeling energetic, check out some other tourist spots .

• After breakfast drive to Punakha crossing Dochula Pass. Stop at the pass to enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of Bhutan’s snowcapped peaks along the Tibetian border over tea and snacks Later continue the drive to view through ever-changing vegetation bringing us to Punakha and Wangdue valleys Road from Thimphu to Punakha,Khamsum Yulley horten,Punakha Dzong,Punakha Suspension Bridge,Overnight stay Punakha.

• After breakfast, check-out from the hotel & drive Gangtey (Phobjikha) enroute visiting Wangdue Phodrang, where you can visit the local market and explore newly developed town. The district of Wangdue Phodrang is also famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings. Further ahead pass through dense forests and oak, rhododendron tress, reaching at Gangtey (Phobjikha). 

  The valley of Gangtey is one of the most beautiful spots in Bhutan. The surprise of finding such a wide, flat valley without any trees after the hard climb through dense forests is augmented by an impression of vast space, and extremely rare experience in Bhutan where most of the valleys are tightly enclosed. After lunch, take a walk around Gangtey village and visit Gangtey Goempa. Perched on a small hill that rises from the valley floor, the Gangtey Monastery is the only Nyingmapa monastery on the western side of the Black Mountain’s Gangtey valley, Bhutan and also the biggest Nyingmapa monastery in Bhutan. The Monastery is surrounded by a large village inhabited mainly by the families of the 140 Gomchens who take care of the Monastery.

• After breakfast, drive to Gangtey Gonpa. Start you Gangtey Nature Trail walk, is a trail that allows travellers to immerse themselves in the alluring beauty of the Phobjikha valley. The 2hrs trek devoid of steep turn is ideal.  Later afternoon drive Paro along scenic highway, enroute visit SimtokhaDzong, the oldest fortress of the country built in 1627 which now houses the School for Buddhist studies. Evening leisure time, hangout in the local market & do some shopping.  Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

• The beautiful valley is home to many of Bhutan’s oldest monasteries & temples. The countries only airport situated is in Paro. The valley is also home to Mount Chomolhari (7300 meters.) situated at the northern end of the valley whose glacier, water forms the Pa Chu which is flowing through the valley.This picturesque region in the kingdom is covered in fertile rice fields and has a beautiful, crystalline river meandering down the valley. Paro has more of historical sites, high-end tourist resort and many souvenir shops for shopping including world famous Takstang. Taktsang Monastery (Tiger Nest Temple):Kyichu Lhakhang: Evening explore Paro local market visit Local Beer Brewery at Paro Namgay Artisanal Brewery. Overnight at the hotel in Paro. (Altitude2,200m) Return Back to Paro ,Explore the tiny town: Tiny Paro town actually can offer lot more, there are many authentic handicraft shops, readily available Bhutan made products, grocery and imported garment shops beside having many small restaurants around. Overnight in Paro, altitude 2200m Return Back to Stay in Paro .

• Start your journey Haa Valley & Chele-La-Pass, at an elevation of 13,088 ft., is considered to be one of the highest motorable pass in Bhutan. About an hour’s drive from Zhiwa Ling it passes through lush valleys, pine and rhododendron forest. The pass provides stunning views of the sacred mountain Jomolhari and Jichu Drake.The valley is also unparalleled in Bhutan in terms of the diversity of the folk culture, legends and shamanistic rituals. The shamanistic traditions is vividly practiced in almost all the communities, most notable of which is the annual ceremony to honour Ap Chundu, the guardian deity of the valley. The valley is also a paradise for nature lovers and travelling there is a very rewarding experience .After lunch, proceed to visit Ta Dzong, originally built as Watchtower, which now houses National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique Thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons &armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts. Ta Dzong visit immediately followed by a short walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong (ParoDzong), meaning (“fortress of the heap of jewels”), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic Mandala. Paro Airport View Point: It is located on the Hill overlooking the airport, this viewpoint offers the best view of the whole airport.

  Explore the tiny town: Tiny Paro town actually can offer lot more, there are many authentic handicraft shops, readily available Bhutan made products, grocery and imported garment shops beside having many small restaurants around. Overnight in Paro, altitude 2200m. Overnight Stay Hotel .

After breakfast drive around an 30 min  to Paro international airport for your onward departure.