Start by disembarking into a stunning landscape to glimpse of the Bhutan tour including Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro. Climb to the top of Paro’s Tiger’s Nest Monastery, learn about Bhutan’s culture, take in the stunning Himalayan scenery, explore Punakha’s Dzong, and go on a walk through pristine valleys on our Glimpses of Bhutan tour.

Day-2: Thimphu/Punakha

Today, go sightseeing in Thimphu, including the BBS Tower, and get an overhead perspective of the Thimphu Valley. Visit Motithang mini zoo to see Takin which is Bhutan’s national animal. After that, go to the Anim Dratshang (Nunnery), the National Library, and the Paper Factory. Later in the afternoon, pay a visit to the Memorial Chorten, built in the memory of King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, the third king of Bhutan. After that, pay a visit to the School of Art and Craft, Zangthopelri Lhakang, and the Handicrafts Emporium. Towards evening, proceed to Punakha, a valley surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks that served as Bhutan’s capital until 1955. Transfer to your hotel in Punakha when you arrive. Relax for the rest of the day.

This morning, go to Punakha Dzong, which was built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel in the 17th century at the junction of the Po and Mo Chu rivers. The Dzong houses religious relics as well as Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel’s embalmed body. Later, travel to Paro, Bhutan’s most scenic valley, which served as the historical crossroads for two of the most important trading routes to Tibet. Overnight stay in Paro.

Day-4: Paro

In the morning, go sightseeing in Paro, including the ruined castle of Drukgyel Dzong, which served as a watchtower in the Paro valley during the Tibetan invasions from the north in the early 17th century. Then go to Taktsang Monastery, often known as the ‘Tiger’s Nest,’ which is located 3000 feet above the valley floor. Later in the afternoon, pay a visit to Paro Dzong, the National Museum, which is located in a historic watchtower and houses the world’s best collection of Thangka Paintings.