Welcome to Bhutan! Upon arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be greeted by our representatives and transferred to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Depending on your flight time, we may visit the Memorial Stupa of the 3rd King, a sacred site where locals gather to pray. Stay in a hotel in the area and have dinner in the same.

Our journey to explore Bhutan begins today, and we will visit Thimpu’s most revered sites:

• Changangkha Monastery (12th century) is one of Thimphu's oldest temples, which overlooks the valley.
• Zilukha Nunnery is a large nunnery whose nuns devote their lives to education and social service. 
• Pangri Zampa Lhakhang is an astrology school where monks practice traditional astrology and offer optional personal readings.
• Visit the reincarnated Dorji Phangmo, Bhutan's living goddess of longevity (available upon request).

We will have dinner at Thimpu and stay overnight in a hotel out there.

Today we will move to a new destination. We will drive towards the lush Punakha Valley, stopping at the Dochula Pass (3,200 m). Here, 108 stupas built by the Queen Mother mark the spot, and clear days reveal breathtaking Himalayan panoramas. En route, we visit the famous Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Monastery), blessed by the “Divine Madman.” In Punakha, explore the magnificent Punakha Dzong, an architectural masterpiece and spiritual center. Later today we will have dinner and stay in the hotel in area.

On our day 4 of this tour we will visit the Nalanda Budhhist Institute, a monastic school. Here you get to interact with monks and learn about their studies, and also their lifestyle. Explore into the lifestyle of Bhutanese people, their rural life and daily chores. 

Dinner and overnight at hotel in Punakha/Wangdue.

Let’s go and visit Bhutan’s most beautiful glacial valley—Phobjikha Valley, winter home of endangered black-necked cranes. Later we will go into Gangtey Monastery, an important seat of the Nyingma school of Buddhism. Explore the serene landscapes of Gangtey village. Dinner and overnight at a hotel in Gangtey.

After a leisurely morning, drive into the hidden valley of Khotokha, visiting the Rinchenling Shedra, one of the largest monastic schools in Bhutan. Meet monks and scholars before returning to Punakha in the evening. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Punakha.

We drive back to Paro, stopping at Thimphu for sightseeing or last-minute shopping. In Paro, explore the Paro Dzong and the National Museum, offering insight into Bhutan’s rich history and heritage. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Paro.

Today we hike to Taktsang Goemba (Tiger’s Nest Monastery), Bhutan’s most iconic landmark. Perched dramatically on a cliff, it is said that Guru Rinpoche flew here on the back of a tigress in the 8th century. The hike is rewarding, offering spiritual ambiance and sweeping views. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Paro.

In the morning, visit Kichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples, dating back to the 7th century. In the evening, witness the Living Treasures of Bhutan Ceremony, featuring blessings, mask dances, warrior dances, folklore performances, and traditional rituals. This unforgettable cultural evening celebrates Bhutan’s spiritual richness.

Experience Traditional Ceremonial Rituals of Bhutan During Stay

• Tah Goen Thruesel—A sacred sprinkling of blessed Amrita water upon distinguished guests, symbolizing the purification of both inner and outer negativities to prepare them for such a virtuous occasion.
• Marchang Ceremony—A traditional offering of wine to the celestial deities, conducted after guests are seated, to invoke divine protection and blessings for the gathering.
• Gegthray Ceremony—A dramatic, wrathful mask fire dance performed by two dancers with flaming torches, accompanied by ritual drums, cymbals, and horns, aimed at dispelling negative energies.
• Pazap Dance—An ancient Bhutanese warrior’s victory dance, historically performed by generals to commemorate triumph over enemies and celebrate strength.
• Lugar Shay—A lively folklore dance in which performers dressed in traditional attire sing and dance in three sessions, expressing gratitude to the deities for their blessings.
• Shingshay Pem—A ritual dance by two monk dancers representing celestial beings, performed in its original ancient style alongside sacred recitations led by a master.
• Shukdrel Phunsum Tsogpa – A ceremonial tea offering where distinguished guests are served fruits, nuts, butter tea, and traditional Bhutanese snacks, symbolizing hospitality and harmony.
• Kaago and Jab Thrue – A blessing for longevity and prosperity, conducted by an abbot or Lama. Guests receive amrita water poured over their heads, accompanied by sutra and mantra recitations and the inhaling of sacred incense.

After breakfast, transfer to Paro International Airport for your onward journey. Carry with you the blessings, memories, and happiness that Bhutan is known for.