Highlights

• Visit Changangkha Lhakhang, the residence of Genyen Domtsangpa, the fierce protector of children born in Thimphu.
• Head to the Royal Textile Museum to admire the intricate art of Bhutanese weaving.
• Begin your day with a revitalizing yoga session followed by a delightful breakfast.
• Visit the renowned Punakha Dzong, the second oldest and largest dzong in Bhutan.
• Enjoy a sumptuous evening Indian dinner or a poolside barbecue prepared by the chefs.
• Visit Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility temple dedicated to the “Divine Madman.”
• Explore Rinpung Dzong, the “fortress on heaps of jewels,” and host to the annual Paro Tshechu.
• Enjoy pre-dinner cocktails and savor a farm-to-table dinner in the serene mountain setting.
• Embark on a journey to Taktsang Goemba, famously known as Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
• Experience a local farmhouse lunch with a Bhutanese family.

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrive in Thimphu

After arriving at Paro International Airport, drive through lush mountains to reach Thimphu. Check into Six Senses Thimphu, offering stunning views of the Buddha Dordenma. Start your day with leisurely activities to acclimate to the altitude. Stroll through Thimphu’s vibrant streets, visit the Zorig Chusum for Bhutanese arts, the Folk Heritage Museum, create your own stamp at the National Post Office, and explore Tashi Chho Dzong, the King’s office and Buddhist monastery.

Day 02 : Explore the Scenic Thimphu

Start early in the morning and enjoy a hearty breakfast. First, visit the majestic Buddha Dordenma (170 feet/52 meter) statue perched high above the valley. Next, find out what your future holds and get your chart read at Pangri Zampa Lhakhang, a 16th-century monastic school of astrology. Then, visit the Changangkha Lhakhang monastery, located near the Thimphu Clock Tower. Then head to Royal Textile Museum to see the intricate art of Bhutanese weaving and lastly, make your own stamp at the National Post Office before returning home for dinner at the lodge.

Day 03 : Thimphu to Punakha

Begin your day with an optional yoga session followed by a scenic breakfast amidst nature's beauty. Journey towards Punakha via the breathtaking Dochula Pass, offering views of cloud-covered valleys and 108 Buddhist shrines. Visit the revered Chimi Lhakhang fertility temple en route, known for blessing couples seeking to start a family. Upon reaching Punakha, unwind with cocktails by the riverside, indulge in local delicacies, and settle into Six Senses Punakha's Flying Farmhouse for a relaxing massage and possibly poolside dinner, weather permitting.

Day 04: Full day sightseeing of Punakha

Start your day with an early yoga session followed by a delightful breakfast. Visit the renowned Punakha Dzong, strategically located at the confluence of the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers. Built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, this majestic fortress serves as both a religious and administrative center. After exploring, opt for biking or white water rafting nearby, or relax at the lodge. Enjoy an evening Indian dinner or a poolside barbecue prepared by the chefs.

Day 05 : Explore the Monasteries of Punakha

Begin your day with a scenic bicycle ride along the river valley, immersing yourself in Punakha's natural beauty. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the riverside, followed by a visit to Talo Nobgang Village to explore Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery and Nobgang Monastery, once home to a renowned Tibetan lama. Visit the fertility temple, Chimi Lhakhang, dedicated to the “Divine Madman”. Choose an optional yoga session or indulge in a footbath at the spa before relaxing with breathtaking views of Punakha Valley at the lodge for the night.

Day 06 : Explore the Beautiful Stone Ruins of Paro

Return to Paro via the Dochula Pass, heading westward to Simtokha Dzong, the country’s first dzong built in 1629. Pass through Chuzom Bridge at the confluence of Wang Chhu and Pha Chhu rivers, featuring Bhutanese, Tibetan, and Nepali shrines. Explore Rinpung Dzong, known as the “fortress on heaps of jewels”, host to the annual Paro Tshechu. Visit Nyamai Zampa, a 1525 cantilevered bridge, then explore Paro National Museum’s thangka and heritage collections. Check-in at your lodge, indulge in a rejuvenating spa session, enjoy pre-dinner cocktails, and savor a farm-to-table dinner in the serene mountain setting.

Day 07 : Visit the famous Monastery of Paro

After a hearty breakfast, embark on a journey to Taktsang Goemba monastery, famously known as Tiger’s Nest, perched dramatically 2,950 feet (900 meters) above Paro Valley. Listen to the tales of its construction as you hike through pine forests, surrounded by the tranquil sound of prayer wheels. Time permitting, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, a 7th-century sanctuary known for its ancient orange trees. Conclude with a visit to Samteling Monastery, renowned for its exquisite wall paintings of Buddhist saints. Enjoy a special Indian or Bhutanese dinner for your final evening.

Day 08 : Sightseeing of Paro

After a refreshing night's rest, start your day with a leisurely breakfast on the lodge's terrace, soaking in the morning sunshine. Explore the nearby pine forests on foot before enjoying a local farmhouse lunch with a Bhutanese family. For a more active experience, embark on an uphill hike to Jele Dzong, encountering nomads and yak herders along the way. Return for a picnic lunch in nature. Visit Samteling Monastery in the afternoon to admire its ancient statues and wall paintings. Relax at the spa with a sauna, cold plunge, and deep tissue massage. In the evening, indulge in a special Indian dinner under the stars near a 15th-century dzong ruin. End the day by dressing in traditional Bhutanese attire and enjoying live music, folk dances, and a traditional Bhutanese meal for a memorable evening.

Day 09 : Head for your return journey

After breakfast in the morning, head to the Paro Airport to board your flight for your return journey. Pack your bags and bid goodbye to your Bhutanese hosts before departing the hotel. From here it is a 30-minute drive to the airport. Your representative will accompany you and assist with the formalities.

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