Explore Bhutan’s artistic, cultural, and spiritual heritage.

Included visits:

• National Library – priceless Buddhist manuscripts
• Institute for Zorig Chusum – the School of 13 Traditional Arts
• Textile Museum – showcasing Bhutan’s exceptional weaving traditions
• Simply Bhutan Museum – a living cultural experience

Afternoon:

• Visit Pangri Zampa Monastic School, known for astrology studies
• Enjoy panoramic views from Buddha Dordenma (Kuensel Phodrang)
• Explore the King’s Memorial Chorten, a spiritual landmark
• End with Trashichhoedzong, the impressive fortress?monastery

Today you travel into the serene Phobjikha Valley.

En?route highlights:

• Dochula Pass (3080m) – spectacular Himalayan views
• Visit the market town of Wangdue Phodrang, famous for bamboo & stone carvings

Enter the wide, open valley of Gangtey (Phobjikha), one of Bhutan’s most beautiful and ecological regions.

Afternoon:

• Walk around Gangtey Village
• Visit Gangtey Goempa, the only Nyingmapa monastery on the western side

Overnight in Gangtey

Begin your day with the iconic Gangtey Nature Trail
(5.5 km, approx. 2 hrs, easy).

Experience meadows, charming villages, forests, and the peaceful valley floor.

Continue your journey to Punakha.

In Punakha:

• Visit Punakha Dzong, the ancient winter capital of Bhutan situated at the confluence of two rivers

Overnight in Punakha

Spend the day exploring Punakha’s spiritual highlights.

Morning:

• Hike to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten, built by the Queen Mother

Afternoon:

• Visit Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery, overlooking Punakha & Wangdue valleys
• Explore the temple’s exquisite statues and meditation center

Overnight in Punakha

Start with a short, scenic walk to the Chimi Lhakhang – the Temple of Fertility.

Drive to Paro with an en?route visit to:

• Simtokha Dzong, Bhutan’s oldest fortress (1627)

In Paro:

• Visit Ta Dzong (National Museum)
• Walk down to Rinpung Dzong, featuring stunning Buddhist murals

Overnight in Paro

Your trip reaches its highlight with the iconic Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) hike
(approx. 5 hours round trip).

Perched 900m above the valley, this sacred monastery is a must?visit landmark of Bhutan.

Evening:

• Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples (7th century)

Overnight in Paro

After breakfast, transfer to Paro International Airport for your onward journey.