Bhutan Escape (7D/6N)

You will be escorted from the airport to Phuentsholing. Check into the hotel and relax for the evening.

Overnight stay in Phuentsholing.

At the hotel, have breakfast. You will then be transported to Thimphu. Enter the hotel and check in. Later, continue on to the locations listed below. Visit Gedu Town and take in several roadside waterfalls while travelling.

The National Memorial Chorten (INR 500/-per person, admission fee): Inscribed in honour of Bhutan's third Druk Gyalpo, or Head of State, the National Memorial Chorten is committed to global peace. The Chorten is one of the top attractions in Thimphu, Bhutan, and is well-liked by the locals for a number of important Buddhist religious occasions.

For shopping, you may also stroll from Clock Tower Square to the main city. It offers a fantastic chance to socialise with locals.

Spend the night in a hotel in Thimphu.

After a delicious breakfast, visit places such as;

Simply Bhutan is a living museum that offers visitors a glimpse into the way of life in Bhutan. You get to do everything that the indigenous do, including dress up, distil arak, and practise archery. One of the four principles of Gross Happiness Product that the Wangchuks and Bhutan itself have come to represent is the preservation of indigenous culture, and the museum has an inspirational programme that involves Bhutanese youngsters in this endeavor.

Kuensel Phodrang, Buddha Point - A bronze statue, 177ft tall, that was cast in China and transported by sea and road to this spot. It is also a nature park. Kuensel Phodrang marks your entry to Thimphu. It is surrounded by the alpine forests.

The Royal Textile Academy and Museum - Bhutan's outstanding Royal Textile Academy displays rough nettle fibre cloth from Zhemgang with intricately patterned wild silk kiras from Lhuentse. The museum honours the nation's rich and diverse hand weaving heritage and is housed in an imposing modern structure. The museum provides an unrivalled opportunity to learn about and appreciate this distinctive facet of Bhutanese culture, from the imposing appliqué thangka that stares over the entry hall to the opulent clothes on show in the Royal Gallery to mannequins clothed in traditional Laya herders' garb.

Handicrafts Market – An interesting market with local items and bargain price handicraft goods.

The Folk Heritage Museum is housed inside a stunning rammed earth and timber structure from the 19th century, and it is situated outside of Thimphu. Inside, it recreates a traditional Bhutanese family home. The family's most valued belongings are on show here: shimmering wooden bowls adorn the kitchen shelves, vibrantly patterned textiles coexist with worn-out leopard fur purses in the adjacent room, and the family's altar room is adorned with golden thangkas. [entry fees is INR 300 per person]

Later proceed to visit TashichoeDzong (outer view) (Fortress of Glorious Religion)  [Entry fee of 500/- per person]

Takin reserve and Mini zoo - A herd of Takin lives in the Motithang Takin Preserve, high above Thimphu, in a fold of the forest-draped hills. The king ordered that the animals in what was formerly a modest zoo be released rather than maintained in captivity. The tame takin, however, chose to roam the streets of Thimphu rather than venture farther into the hills, where they created a traffic hazard while searching for food.

Sangaygyang view point - check out the view point at Sangaygyang and see the whole valley of Thimphu and walk through hundreds of colorful prayer flags.

Return to the hotel for the night and call it a day!

Visit Dochula, A mountain that leads to the Punakha valley. It offers tranquility and a panoramic view of the Eastern Himalayan mountain range. The scenery looks the best on clear winter days with majestic backdrops.

Check out the Punakha Dzong or usually called The palace of great happiness. Located at the confluence of the Pho chuu and Mo chuu rivers. The most gorgeous of all the old fortifications in Bhutan, this Dzong is connected to the mainland by an arched wooden bridge. The bridge is home to numerous priceless artefacts from the eras when the Kingdom was ruled by successive monarchs who once lived in this Punakha valley.

A hidden gem in the Punakha valley is the old suspension bridge. The deck is posted with prayer flags and it is one of the best places to bird watch.

Come back and rest at the hotel in Punakha

Have your breakfast and check out of the hotel. Proceed to visit Chimi Lhakhang.

The Chimi Lhakhang is a shrine dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley and is situated atop a hillside. Lama Drukpa Kuenley, often known as the "Divine Madman," is supposed to spread his teachings through songs, comedy, and outlandish behaviour. The Chimi Lhakhang temple is considered the temple of fertility. It is deeply believed by the Bhutanese that if a childless couple visits the temple and prays for a child, Lama Drukpa Kuenley will bless them. Visitors can reach the temple from the road via a charming rural trail that winds through a rice field. Once you cross the field, you'll come to a small stream, from which Chimi Lhakhang is only a short climb away.

And then drive back to Paro, via the dramatic Wang Chhu, Paro Chuu valleys, and cross the Paro town. Check in to the hotel and relax for the day.

After your delicious breakfast, visit places such as;

View of Paro Airport: The first and only international airport in the nation, this is also one of the most beautiful airports in the world. This airport has become a must-visit location in Paro because of its amazing perspective.

The National Museum of Bhutan is housed in an old watchtower and features hundreds of antique Bhutanese artworks and artefacts, including traditional clothing, armour, weapons, and handcrafted everyday tools. The rich cultural traditions of the nation are reflected in the collections.

Originally constructed as a watchtower, Ta Dzong (entry price of 500/-per person) is now home to the National Museum. Antique thangkha paintings, textiles, weaponry and armour, domestic items, and a wide range of historical and natural artefacts are all part of the vast collection.

Next, proceed along the path to see RinpungDzong, which translates as "fortress of the heap”, which has an intriguing and lengthy past. Beautiful wall paintings depicting Buddhist knowledge, including images from Milarepa's life, Mount Sumeru, the wheel of life, the elderly man of long life, and other cosmic mandalas, line the wooden galleries that border the inner courtyard.

Visit Paro Market afterwards to get mementos for your loved ones. You can pay for your own photo session near the Paro riverbank wearing traditional Bhutanese clothing.

Visit Tachog Lhakhang [Entry Fee: INR 500/-per person] on the way back. Tachog Lhakhang, often called Tashog or Tamchhog, is a modest private temple with a traditional suspension bridge. It is situated around 15 miles from Paro town to Thimphu. The Tibetan saint Thangton Gampo, also known as Thang Tong Gyalpo, constructed it in the sixteenth century.

Proceed to Phuentsholing afterwards. Hotel check-in, then spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

Spend the night in a Phuentsholing hotel.

Have a delicious breakfast and be escorted to the airport and bid adieu to Bhutan!