After breakfast drive to Satsam Chorten (10 km from Paro town) and from there walk up to Taktsang Monastery. The name Taktsang means "Tiger's Nest ". The Monastery clings to a vertical granite cliff drop of nearly 4000 ft. and overlooks the Paro valley and the river. It is said that in the second half of the 8th century, Guru Padma Sambhava known as the second Buddha in Bhutan meditated on this spot where the Monastery is situated having alighted there on the back of a flying tigress.

Afternoon visit Drukgyal Dzong (a ruined fortress), 16 kilometers away from Paro town. Although it has been in ruin but this Dzong has its great historical importance for the people of Bhutan. It was a place where the Bhutanese finally defeated the Tibetan invasion and drove them back. On a clear day one can view the sacred Mt. Jumolhari (Mountain of Goddess). Its altitude is 7,329m.Visit Kyichu Lhakhang (Lhakhang means temple). Which was built in 659 AD by the King Songtsen Gompo of Tibet as one of the 108 such monasteries he built in various places to spread Buddhism. It is located between Paro Town and Drukgyal Dzong. It is one of the holiest place in the country, as it marks the advent of Buddhism in the country and visit National Museum which used to be a watch tower for Paro Rimpong Dzong (Fortress). It was converted into Museum in 1968. Visit Paro Rimpong Dzong, the Dzong was built in 1646 AD, and walk down to town on the way you can see the traditional wood bridge of ancient style.

Overnight in Thimphu

After breakfast visit the Memorial Chorten (a great stupa) built in memory of the Third King of Bhutan who reigned the Kingdom during 1952-1972. Visit the mini Zoo where the national animals were kept and drive to Sangeygang where you can have a spectacular view of Thimphu valley. Visit nunnery in Zulikha. Visit the Wood Craft and Painting school where traditional arts and crafts are still kept alive through the instructions of painting and curving. Visit the Handicrafts Emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts and crafts are displayed and can be purchased. Visit the National Library where ancient manuscripts are preserved. Visit Tashi Nancha Folk studio, the traditional folk and dances are learned and practiced.

After lunch, drive towards Dodena. Trek along Thimphu Chu inside Jigme Dorji Wangchuck Park.

Overnight in Thimphu

After breakfast drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass (3150m). which is 26km away from Thimphu valley, stop for Tea and snacks and to enjoy the most spectacular view of eastern Himalayan snow capped Mountains and also the great view of Gasa Dzong at a distance .

Continues drive to Punakha through varying scenes of greenery. visit Punakha town. The Punakha Dzong lies between two great rivers with the wonderful view of Punakha Dzong. The names of the rivers are Phochu (Male River) and Mochu (Female River). This Dzong serves as the winter residence for the Je Khenpo, Chief Abbot of the Central Monastic Body and also the office of the district Administration.

Overnight in Punakha

After breakfast drive to Tashithang, a part of Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Park, the largest park in Bhutan. Tashithang is situated in warm subtropical zones and vegetation is mainly of subtropical.

Overnight in Punakha.

After breakfast drive to Gangtey valley, on the way climb about 20 minutes to the Famous Chhimi Lhakhang where devine Madman meditated in 14 century "Temple of Fertility" later continue drive to warm valley of Wangdiphodrang towards Gantey Gonpa.. On the way pass through part of Pele La (commonly known as Black

Mountains) pass that separates western Bhutan from Eastern. During the drive you would be able to see the different species of Rhododendrons, Legumes, Magnolia, weeping Cypress (national tree of Bhutan), etc.

Overnight in Phobjikha

After breakfast drive to Bumthang valley (200 km) the journey takes about 6 hours through Pelela Pass which ascends up to 3340m where you can see wonderful view of Himalayan Mountains and this Pass separates the western from the other regions of the country. This drive will take you through the thick dwarf bamboo, a winter place for Yak, and through the thick Rhododendrons forest with beautiful colors of red, white, and yellow. Lunch in Chendebji.

Afternoon drive to Trongsa. On the way have the spectacular view of Trongsa from distance and take a picture of Trongsa Dzong from the view point. Visit the Trongsa Dzong, one of the largest Dzongs in the country, the ancestral home of Royal family. It was built by Chogyel Minjur Tempa, the third Desi, in 1648. The Dzong is the office of the district Administration and central monastic body. Also visit the Ta Dzong (Watch Tower) and walk through the small Trongsa town. Drive to Bumthang Valley across the Yutola Pass. The journey takes about 3 hrs and is one of the most scenically beautiful journeys to Bhutan, Enjoy the hospitality of Bhutanese family in farm house or guest house in Bumthang.

Overnight in Bumthang valley

AAfter breakfast, drive to Ura valley, the one of the most impressive village in the country. On the visit Mebar Tso (Burning Lake) and with several stops to see the different species. The most commonly seen species are Rhododendrons, Rubus, Acer, Aconitum, Delphinium, Ranunculus, Clemantis, few species of orchid etc. If time permits join the local people at the Ura monastery to witness the second day of annual festival this remote village.

Over night at Ura Village