THIMPHU 2N + PARO 3N

Arrive at Paro International Airport proceed to the immigration counter. Complete Immigration formalities and you will be transferred to Thimphu (65 kms – 1.15 hrs drive). The city is located on the bank of River Wang Chuu. After check in at hotel, half day sightseeing Thimphu. Thimphu the capital city of Bhutan. Later proceed for a short sightseeing of Thimphu. Memorial Chorten - On the western side of Thimphu's Memorial Chorten, a row of wooden platforms sits in the long grass. Each has been polished smooth by the prostrations of faithful worshippers who gather here in sun, rain or snow, to pay their respects to His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928–1972), the Third King of Bhutan. The Chorten, with its elaborate golden peak representing the crescent moon and sun, is one of Thimphu's most striking religious landmarks. Constructed in 1974, the Tibetan-style chorten's whitewashed exterior boasts richly decorated chapels - one facing each of the cardinal directions. Night stay at Thimpu.

Thimphu; the most modern city in Bhutan, however it still retains its cultural identity and values amidst the signs of modernization.One of the most curious features of Thimphu is that it is the only capital city in the world that does not use traffic lights. Instead a few major intersections have policemen standing in elaborately decorated booths (small pavilions), directing traffic with exaggerated hand motions. The juxtaposition of ancient tradition and modernity make Thimphu the ideal location for visitors to break away from their tour itinerary and just immerse themselves in the lifestyle of contemporary Bhutanese lifestyle. Thimphu; the capital of Bhutan is also the home to the Royal family. We visit some of the sites of religious nature: National Memorial Chorten; built in 1974 it was raised in the memory of third King. Next we proceed to one of the oldest monasteries in the valley- Chang Gangkha Monastery. National Library (collections of holy scripts); was established in 1967 for the purpose of "preservation and promotion of the rich cultural and religious heritage" of Bhutan. It is located in the Kawajangtsa area of Thimphu, above the Royal Thimphu Golf Course, near the Folk Heritage Museum and the National Institute for ZorigChusum (Traditional Arts and Crafts).Buddha point- visit to Thimphu is incomplete without visiting this place. The massive/gigantic statue of Lord Buddha in sitting posture is definitely a visual treat!! The statues that you see inside is incredible. Buddha Point is definitely a must Simply Bhutan; a living museum depits the Bhutanese Culture elaborately and is an icing on the cake to the trip. View of Thimphu valley from BBS Tower is very captivating and will prove to be the perfect introduction to Thimphu. We may visit theZoo which also houses the National animal- Takin. In the evening we visit TashichhoDzong, the main secretariat building which houses the throne room of His Majesty,The king. Night stay at Thimphu.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Paro. Later sightseeing of Paro. Night stay at Paro. Paro – The valley extends from the confluence of the Paro Chhu and the Wang Chhu rivers at Chuzom upto Mt. Jomolhari at the Tibetan border to the North. This picturesque region is one of the widest valleys in the kingdom and is covered in fertile rice fields and has a beautiful, crystalline river meandering down the valley. Kyichu Lakhang – When it was divined that she was preventing the spread of Buddhism, the great seventh-century Tibetan king SongtsenGampo pinned her in place with 108 magically constructed temples -- allowing Buddhism to flourish above her restrained body. One of Bhutan's two ancient demoness-pinning temples, Paro's Kyichu Lhakhang is believed to hold the demoness's left foot in place. With its tiered roof and luminous white walls, the lhakhang's age is not immediately apparent. It is only inside the monastery's ancient heart, the Jowo Lhakhang, that the sanctuary's long history is palpable. Golden murals shine faintly from smoke-darkened walls, and the floor has been polished smooth by the feet of countless faithful practitioners. The holiest part of the chapel surrounds the revered seventh-century statue of Jowo Sakyamuni, visible through a gilded door. Rinpung Dzong - is a large dzong - Buddhist monastery and fortress - of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school in Paro District, Bhutan. It houses the district Monastic Body and government administrative offices of Paro Dzongkhag. It is listed as a tentative site in Bhutan's Tentative List for UNESCO inclusion. Ta Dzong – National Musuem of Bhutan. Night stay at Paro.

After breakfast, visit one of the famous sites in Paro. Night stay at Paro. Tiger Nest - From a distance, Bhutan's most iconic building seems to float, weightless, halfway up a sheer cliff-face, 900 meters (3,000 feet) above the floor of the Paro Valley. As you wind your way breathlessly up the long, steep path towards Taktsang Lhakhang, the monastery periodically reveals itself, rising out of the forest, closer and more solid with each re-appearance.

After breakfast proceed for a day excursion to ‘Chele La Pass’ and return back to Paro town by lunch time. Post lunch free time for shopping and return back to hotel. Night stay at Paro.

After breakfast Check out from hotel & transfer to Paro airport Catch your flight for your onward Journey~~~~ Happy Tour End**