Royal Highland

• Arrive at Paro International Airport and complete immigration formalities

• Meet your local Bhutanese guide

• Scenic drive to Thimphu (approx. 1–1.5 hrs)

• Leisure day for altitude acclimatization

• Evening free to relax

Evening Activity – Thimphu Town Walk

• Explore Clock Tower Square (city center)

• Walk along Norzin Lam (main street)

• Browse handicraft shops, cafés & local boutiques

• Enjoy Bhutanese architecture, murals & prayer flags

Buddha Point (Kuenselphodrang)

• Visit the massive Buddha Dordenma statue

• Panoramic views of Thimphu Valley

Motithang Takin Preserve

• See Bhutan’s national animal (takin)

• Peaceful forest reserve experience

National Memorial Chorten

• Observe locals performing prayers and rituals

• Explore murals & Buddhist symbolism

Centenary Farmers’ Market (Weekend)

• Local produce, crafts & street food

• Authentic Bhutanese lifestyle experience

• Drive to Punakha via scenic mountain roads

Dochula Pass (3,100 m)

• Visit 108 chortens

• Himalayan views (weather permitting)

Chimi Lhakhang

• Fertility temple of the Divine Madman

• Short walk through rice fields

Punakha Dzong

• Visit Bhutan’s most beautiful fortress

• Located at river confluence

• Drive to Gasa / Thongchu Zam

• Begin trek to Laya (5–6 hrs)

• Gradual uphill trail with scenic landscapes

• Overnight camping in Laya village

• Attend Royal Highlander Festival

• Experience highland culture & traditions

• Yak farming demonstrations & local performances

• Continue festival celebrations

• Cultural exchange with highlanders

• Traditional games, food & performances

• Descend trek back to Thongchu Zam

• Drive to Punakha

• Evening at leisure

Paro Valley Exploration

• Scenic drive back to Paro

National Museum (Ta Dzong)

• View artifacts, thangkas & history

Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong)

• Explore historic fortress monastery

• Admire architecture & river views

Chele La Pass (3,988 m)

• Highest motorable pass in Bhutan

• Views of Mt. Jomolhari

Jangchub Chorten

• Newly built spiritual monument (2024)

Haa Valley

• Least-visited valley

• Authentic rural Bhutanese life

Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)

• Hike to iconic cliffside monastery (5–7 hrs)

• Spiritual & scenic highlight of Bhutan

Kyichu Lhakhang

• One of Bhutan’s oldest temples (7th century)

• Sacred and peaceful site

• Transfer to Paro International Airport

• Departure from Bhutan

• End of journey with unforgettable memories