Essence of Bhutan- Spiritual Journey

Itinerary

Day 1: Day 01 Arrive in Paro

Stop At: Paro River, Paro Bhutan
Upon arrival, meet and transfer to the hotel. This afternoon or evening, we begin our short walking tour covering some of the notable monuments in Paro and local homes close by, striking conversations with locales.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Paro

Day 2: Day 02 Thimphu

Stop At: Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten), Thimphu Bhutan
After breakfast, one-hour drive brings to capital Thimphu, where we have a full day to cover some of the eclectic cultural highlights. In the evening we can plan to visit Giant Buddha Statue as sunset and Thimphu valley below are gorgeous from the crest. Later, we stroll through the town area.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Thimphu

Day 3: Day 03 Haa Valley

Stop At: Haa Valley, Ha Bhutan
In the morning, we will cover any remaining local attractions in Thimphu. Subsequently, drive through less traffic road, savoring scenic landscapes on the way to Haa. Along the way, we make intermittent stops at roadside villages and historical monuments through short walks.Upon arrival, through short walk visit traditional Chebri villages, strike conversation with friendly locales . Your accommodation is in a traditional Farmhouse converted to a lodge. You have an option to order traditional hot stone bath over Ara, a local home brewed Liquor.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Haa

Day 4: Day 04 Haa

Stop At: Haa Valley, Ha Bhutan
Haa valley is among the few places in Bhutan, which still retains its quaint and tranquil charms. It was opened for tourist only in 2002. Full day is devoted to visit in and around Haa Valley. Besides Lhakhang Karpo, Lhakhang Nagpo along with traditional villages visit through walks, the most notable is the 40 mins – 1 hour one way hike to Juneydrak Hermitage across Katsho village. Today, try some local culinary delight that is synonymous with Haa – called “Hoentay Dumpling” made from buckwheat flour and filled with spinach, chopped turnips, mushrooms, ginger, chili and butter.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Haa

Day 5: Day 05 Paro via Chele La Pass

Stop At: Chele La Pass, Paro Bhutan
A short drive from Haa climbs up to Chelela Pass (3850m), the highest motorable road in Bhutan, with views of Mount Jomolhari and Jichu Drakey, some of the tallest, most stunning peaks in the world. Begin 1-2hr walk downhill following the ridge to Kila Gompa, a cliff hanging nunnery, a staggering site that manages to house 7 small temples and about 70 nuns. Drive to Paro, where we walk to Dzongdrakha, a cliff side temple complex with local homes. Then visit 7th century Kichu temple and walk in the valley, past local villages to your hotel in Paro.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Paro

Day 6: Day 06 Paro – Hike to Takstang

Stop At: Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest), Taktsang Trail, Paro 11001 Bhutan
Ultimately, the journey builds up in hike to legendary Taktsang (Tiger’s nest) monastery. In order for us to cover beyond what regular tourist visit, start early. After visiting Takstang, instead of retracing the steps back, we plan on hiking further uphill to Zangdopelri and Ugyen Tsemo & Retreat centre, for higher lookout and too see core pilgrimage path. Return to Paro by the way of visiting a temple on the other side of rock, visible from afar but not accessible from the main site. Upon return, freshen up at the hotel and visit the town area, for a final stroll in the town and a farewell dinner.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Paro

Day 7: Day 07 Oaro International Airport-Departure

Pass By: Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point, Paro Bhutan
After our breakfast, we will drive to Paro International Airport for your onward flight. Our guide and driver will bid you farewell here at the airport. We wish you a very safe and pleasant flight for your onward destinations.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.