4 Night 5 Day In Bhutan

On arrival at Paro Airport, you will be received by our executive, who will be waiting outside for receiving you and proceeding towards hotel to check in,fresh n up and we will start with a local sightseeing .Evening scroll in market & Night Stay.

Kyichu Lhakhang: It was built sometimes in mid 7th century by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. It is believed to be one of the 108 temples built to subdue a demoness residing in the Himalayas. It is one of the oldest temples in Bhutan.

Drukgyel dzong: Drukgyal Dzong was one of the four principal Dra Dzongs (defense fortress). Accounts differ on the founder of Drukgyal Dzong. It is said to have been caused by the fire when a butter lamp fell in the central tower. Only the ruins of giant walls, charred gigantic wooden posts, beams and watch towers can be seen of what was once an important fortress that repelled several invasions from the north.

National Museum: It is housed in the Ta Dzong (watchtower). Here an intriguing collection of artifacts provide a wonderful introduction to the rich culture and heritage of the Kingdom.

Paro Dzong: A fine example of Bhutanese historic architecture. From the Dzong, walk further down to Nyamai Zampa, a traditional cantilever bridge.

After having done with your breakfast we will start our day with doing beautiful sightseeing of Paro.
‘’ Trip to Bhutan is never complete without climbing to Taktsang ‘’ says one Tourist,indeed its true as a journey there feel you with spritiual blis.

Taktshang Monastery: (Tiger Nest) is located at top of about 800 meter cliff in Paro. It takes slightly more than an hour and a half to reach the monastery on foot from the nearest road point. Taktshang or the Tigers lair as the monastery is widely regarded is one of the most important in Bhutan. Its history is associated with the visit of Guru Padmasambhava, the Indian saint who came to Bhutan in the 8th century AD. The cave was named Taktshang after Guru Rinpoche flew into the cave from Kurtoe Singye Dzong in eastern Bhutan riding on a tigress. Later in 1692 the fourth Druk Desi Tenzin Rabgye started to construct monastery and finally completed after three years in 1694.

Dzongdrakha Gomba: Dzongdrakha Gomba is actually a temple complex with four shrines , Drolma (Tara) Rimpoche ,Tsheringma (goddess of Longevity) and maitriya (the Buddha of the Furure).It is located at the cliff where is the western side of the Paro Valley.This place is also known by the name ‘Mini Taktsang’ ,to reach this temple complex you have to drive 20minutes from the main city of paro.The temple is actually on the cliff above the Bondey village. While working through the road towards Dzongdrakha you can see beautiful shrubs of Rhododendro and oak tree monkey sitting on it.

Jangsarbu Lhakang: it is Located behind Paro Dzong .This small looking centre is home for the magnificent statues of Sakyamuni Buddha that was carried all the way from Lhasa and also the house of the protector deity of Paro. Legend has it that the statue of Sakyamuni was design for Paro Dzong and merely place for temple for overnight safe and keeping. However when the time came to move statue it proved impossible to lift ,As as result it became the permanent feature of Lhakang.

Chencho Handicraft: The handicraft emporium is located to the heart of Paro city.In the corner of the town square and can easily be reach by walking.The shop is also known as the Traditional Weaving House.You can also use public transport to reach there.

Archery Ground: After a visit Paro weekend market or Druk Choding Temple,its well worth wondering town to this local archery ground to see if there is traditional archery game on.

Nyamai Zam: Beside Paro Dzong ,this traditional wooden covered bridge is a reconstruction of an older bridge,Which was washed away in a flood in 1969.Earlier version of this bridge were removed in the time of war to protect the Dzong.The most picturesque picture of the Paro Dzong is taken from the west bank of the river.Just downstream from the river.

Thimphu - The capital of tiny kingdom of Bhutan is 2 hrs drive (65kms) from Paro City.It is one among the two capital city in Asia without Traffic Light.The other is Pyongyang in North Korea.
After having done with your breakfast , we will move towards Thimphu and we will visit the local sightseeing and night stay.

National Textile Museum: National Textile Museum which was opened in June 2001 is worth a leisurely visit to get to know the living of national art of weaving. Changing exhibitions introduce the major weaving techniques, styles of local dress and textiles made by women and men. The small shop features work from the renowned weaving centre in Lhuntshe Dzongkhag, in north-eastern Bhutan.

Tashichodzong: The beautiful medieval fortress/monastery which houses most of the government’s office and King’s Throne room. It is also the summer residence of Je khenpo, the Chief Abbot. The fortress is opened from 9am till 5pm during weekends and during weekdays it’s open after 5pm till 6pm.

National Memorial Chorten: It is continuously circumambulated by the faithful, murmuring mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Construction of this landmark was the idea of Bhutan’s third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (“The Father of Modern Bhutan”) who had wished to erect a monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it serves both as a memorial to the Late King and as a monument to peace.

Folk Heritage Museum: It is one of the oldest traditional houses. This house has been around 150 years old. It once belonged to one of the affluent family. Government has converted the house into museum in 2001 in Thimphu providing visitors and tourists with fascinating insights into the Bhutanese material culture and way of life. The Folk Heritage Museum with a three storied, 19th century traditional house provides you a glimpse of the Bhutanese lifestyle, and artifacts from the rural households. One can come across typical household objects, tools and equipments.

Buddha Point: One of the biggest Buddha in the world. It was constructed through donations from devotees all around the world.

After done with your breakfast , we will start our day with local sightseeing & evening scroll in market and night stay.

National Library: With extensive collection of Buddhist literature mostly block-printed format, the library contains works of several hundred years old literary treasures of Bhutan. It also has a small collection of foreign books. The library has texts relevant to Mahayana Buddhism and a rich collection of lithographs from whence scriptures and prayer flags were printed in the old days. The National Library was established in 1967 to preserve ancient dzongkha and Tibetan texts. This library building was built in 2001.The world’s biggest published book is also in this library. Bhutan, the book weighs 68 kilograms and is over two meters tall.

Changangkha Lhakhang: Situated on a small hill overlooking the Thimphu valley the monastery was built in the 13th century by Lam Phajo Dugom Zhigpo. Children born in Thimphu are taken to this temple because it is considered the spiritual home of the children born in Chang valley.Names such as Tandin Sonam are given from this temple to new born babies taken for blessings from the protector deity Tamdrin.The central statue in the temple is Avaloketesvara, Buddha of compassion, in his manifestation with 11 heads, a thousand hands and eyes; it is built with bronze and plated with gold.

Painting school: It’s a non profitable organization established by government to encourage the youth into the unique arts and crafts.

Sangayang View point (Telecom Tower): Theirs is a wonderful view of thimphu valley from the hillside below the telecommunication tower ,elevation (2685m) high above the tower at the end of the road that branches off from the approach to the youth centre.The complex also houses the board casting studio of Bhutan television. Don’t photograph the telecommunication installation ,but the valley is worth a few snaps .The valley is known as Sangayang and its become the lover’s lane late at night.

Takin Preserve : The Preserve houses the Takin is Unique ,endanger species is found in Bhutan ,Nepal ,China and Bhutan has chosen it as a national animal due to its significance in religion and cultural history.

National Institute of Traditional Medicine: Bhutan although modernized with the time still emphasized on traditional medicine.There are some people who still prefer traditional medicine over time.The traditional medicine is popular among local and some foreigner.

Bhutan Postal Museum: The Museum’s main objective is to tell the story about Bhutan development and progress in the 21st century especially in the communications and the postal system of the country .It is the heaven for stamps collectors.the Postal Museum comprises of 5 galleries.It is the worth a visit if you are around in town.there is also a café just in entrance.

After done with your breakfast, we will proceed towards to drop you to Paro Airport . Our representative will help you with your exit formalities and the bid you see off. Like all good things, your Bhutan tours will come to an end. We will be happy to see you back. Do visit us because Bhutan has more to offer to you.