You can fly into Bagdogra airport, or travel by train to NJP, Alipur or Hashimara, or travel from Darjeeling, Gangtok and Kalimpong to the Indo-Bhutan border at Phuentsholing. Upon arrival in Phuentsholing, we process route permit and then take a leisurely stroll through the market in the evening. Overnight in Phuentsholing.

Highlights:
Zangto Pelri Lhakhang
Phuentsholing town market

Complete immigration formalities and drive to Thimphu, which takes about five to six hours. En-route visit Rinchending monastery, and stop in villages and scenic spots to enjoy and photograph the landscape which is replete with bounties of nature including waterfalls. Upon arrival in Thimphu, check in hotel. Take a walking tour in capital city visiting Bhutanese Crafts market and Clock Tower Square area.
Overnight in Thimphu.

Highlights:
Kharbandi Gompa
Clock tower square area
ABC Market (Authentic Bhutanese Crafts market)

The drive from Thimphu to Punakha across spectacular Dochula takes about 3hrs. From Thimphu, road climbs up to Dochula pass (3,050m), where you have opportunity to view the peaks of the eastern Himalayas. Descend into Wangdue/Punakha valley. Punakha-Wangdue valley is lower (about 1450m above sea level) and it enjoys sub-tropical climate. Visit Richengang village, unique for cluster of houses connected with each other, followed by short walk to visit Chimi Lhakhang temple, dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kunley (1455 – 1529), popularly known as ‘the divine madman, a folk hero and a cultural icon around whom countless yarns of facts and fiction, stories and legends have been spun. Later visit the impressive Punakha Dzong, built at the confluence of two major rivers in Bhutan, the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu, which converge in this valley. It is an especially beautiful sight on sunny days with sunlight reflecting off the water onto its white-washed walls. On the way to the hotel, stop to visit the township of Punakha at Khuruthang.
Overnight in Punakha.

Day Highlight(s):
Panoramic Dochula Pass
Chimi L’hakhang Temple
Punakha Dzong

Optional:
Visit to Wangdi-Richengang Village

In the morning, drive short distance through the idyllic countryside and walk short distance uphill to Khamsum Chorten on Nyenzangang hill. The views from here of the terraced rice fields, dotted with traditional houses, the river and the valley surrounded by mountains is amazing! Return drive to Thimphu retracing Dochula Pass, lunch could be planned on the way. After descending into Thimphu, continue short drive to Paro. The popular attractions within Paro include visiting Rinphung Dzong, National Museum, temples of Kichu and Dungtse, visiting local home and the stroll around the township.
Overnight in Paro.

Day Highlight(s):
Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
Crossing Suspension Bridge
Photo stop at Rinphung Dzong viewpoint
Visit to National Museum

Optional Activities:
River Rafting/ Kayaking in one of Punakha rivers (1.5-2hrs.)

Drive to the trail head and hike to famous Taktsang (tiger’s nest) monastery (3120m/10,200ft). Visible from afar, this magical monastery clings to a vertical granite cliff 1,000 feet above the valley floor. It is one of the most amazing and important pieces of architecture in Bhutan. If for some reason, you are not able to hike, your Guide can arrange other interesting alternatives. You can also hire pony for the uphill part, till the first viewpoint & cafeteria but you must be able to walk back downhill. While some will probably not make it all the way to the monastery, however it is worth even to try getting till the first viewpoint. Return to Paro, where we may have more time for stroll around the town.
Overnight in Paro

Day Highlight(s):
Hike to the Tiger’s Nest

Optional:
Excursion to Chele La Pass (highest motorable road in Bhutan) – about one & half hour drive from Paro valley floor and offers beautiful sights along the way. On a clear day, there are spectacular views of Mt. Jumolhari, Jichu Drake and adjoining peaks to the North West, as well as the view of Haa Valley.

After breakfast, drive back to Phuentsholing (5-6 hours). Upon arrival, check-in and evening at leisure.
Overnight in hotel.

Departure transfer to Bagdogra Airport/ NJP railway station for your onwards journey.