Magical 5 Days 4 Nights thimphu - paro 65 kms approx 1 to 2 hours drive Tour Package

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Upon your arrival in Paro you will meet our representative/ driver at the airport & drive towards Thimphu . Thimphu, the capital town of Bhutan is one of the smallest capitals in the world. For most part of its history, Bhutan has tried consciously to save its culture from the influences of the western world. It is not that modernity has not reached this region but it is being introduced in a phased and balanced manner that is unheard of at any place in the world. All these make Thimphu and other parts of the country a unique destination. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Today enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Thimphu. Visit Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) a place for refreshing with a huge statue of Buddha on the top of the Kuensel Phodrang National Memorial Chorten (Monument) & Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon visit Sangaygang View Point, Changangkha Monastery, Takin Preserve Centre, the national animal of Bhutan can be seen here. Later, visit Tashi Chuu Dzong, also known as Fortress of the Glorious Religion, the main secretariat building which houses the throne room of his majesty the king of Bhutan Return to hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast drive to Paro. On the way visit the Tamchog Lhakhang – It is situated between Thimphu and Paro and it was built in the 13th century by Thangthong Gyalpo. He is also known as the Iron bridge builder. Situated on a hill top, we have to cross an ancient style bridge to reach the temple. Upon arrival in Paro, check in at your pre booked hotel. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong - National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangkha, etc. Rinpung Dzong - Meaning fortress of the heap of jewels. The Dzong now serves as the administrative and judicial seat of Paro. Return to hotel for overnight stay at Paro hotel.

After breakfast , visit Durugyel Dzong or the Fort of Drupka Victory.set on a knoll with a spectacular view of the surrounding valley the ruins of this fort, which once protected against Tibetan invasions, provides a wonderful architectural insight to the structure of forts in Bhutan. Drukgyel is also the starting point to many of Bhutan’s most famous trekking routes. This is a historical site from the ramparts of which the Bhutanese repelled the Tibetan invaders. Taktsang Monastery, ’Tiger’s Nest’ situated 3000 feet above the valley floor.The most famous of Bhutanese monasteries. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery hence it is called Tiger’s Nest. The excursion to monastery takes about 5 hours for round trip. Return to hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Paro airport for your onward journey.