Itinerary
- Day 1
Paro to Thimphu
You'll arrive in Paro and drive to Thimphu, settling into your hotel. After getting comfortable, head over to the open-air archery range to watch locals competing in the national sport. The markets here have plenty of handmade crafts and textiles to browse through, and you'll finish the day with a traditional Bhutanese dinner.
- Start point
- Paro, Bhutan (Arrival)
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Bhutanese dinner)
Included Activities
- Watch archery at Thimphu's open-air archery range
- Explore local markets in Thimphu
Optional Activities
- Browse handmade crafts and textiles at local markets
Landmarks Thimphu Open-Air Archery Range 
- Day 2
Thimphu
Start by walking through Jigme Dorji Wangchuk Park at a relaxed pace, then hike up to Tango Monastery in the mountains. Later in the afternoon, you'll head to Buddha viewpoint for views across the valley, check out an art school where artists are working, and walk through the vibrant weekend market. An evening stroll through town wraps up your day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Leisurely stroll through Jigme Dorji Wangchuk Park
- Hike to Tango Monastery
- Visit Buddha viewpoint
- Tour of art school
- Browse weekend market
Landmarks Jigme Dorji Wangchuk Park Tango Monastery Buddha Viewpoint 
- Day 3
Thimphu to Punakha
The day starts at the temples at Dochula Pass, where the scenery is really worth taking time for. From there, you'll go to the royal botanical garden in Lamperi to see the different plants and wildlife. After lunch, hike to Mesina's fertility temple, and by evening you'll join nuns for prayers in Punakha, which is a pretty spiritual part of the trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit temples at Dochula Pass
- Explore royal botanical garden in Lamperi
- Hike to Mesina's fertility temple
- Evening prayers with nuns in Punakha
Landmarks Dochula Pass Temples Lamperi Royal Botanical Garden Mesina Fertility Temple 
- Day 4
Punakha
You'll walk through Punakha Dzong fortress to see its architecture and cultural items inside. The longest suspension bridge is next, offering views and a good adrenaline rush if you're into that. Later, you'll camp in the wilderness with mountains and forests all around. If whitewater rafting appeals to you, expert guides can take you out on Bhutan's rivers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Punakha Dzong
- Walk to longest suspension bridge
Optional Activities
- Camp in pristine wilderness of Bhutan
- Whitewater rafting experience
Landmarks Punakha Dzong Punakha Suspension Bridge - Day 5
Punakha to Paro
Drive back to Paro from Punakha using the scenic route through Dochula, Thimphu, and Chuzom. Once in Paro, try your hand at archery, put on traditional Bhutanese clothing, and spend time with local families. You'll have a traditional meal at a farmhouse, then relax with a hot stone bath before the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional meal in a typical farmhouse)
Included Activities
- Participate in archery
- Dress in traditional Bhutanese clothing
- Interact with local families
- Traditional meal in farmhouse
Optional Activities
- Hot stone bath experience
Landmarks Dochula Pass Chuzom - Day 6
Paro
You'll hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest Monastery) sitting on a cliff edge since 1692. The walk takes you through nice landscapes with winding paths leading up to this important pilgrimage site. Once there, you can look at the architecture and the valley views while soaking in the spiritual atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest Monastery)
Landmarks Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest Monastery) - Day 7
Paro Departure
Your tour ends today. A private van will pick you up and drive you to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, arriving roughly three hours before your scheduled flight departs.
- End point
- Paro, Bhutan (DEPARTURE)
