Arrival at Paro international airport; your dedicated vehicle with a guide will drive you to Thimphu (2286m) which is about 1 hour 30 minutes drive after immigration and baggage collection.

Lunch at the hotel.

Visit the Memorial Chorten built in 1974 in loving memory of the third king, His majesty, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. The stupa is designed in a Tibetan style. The feature that is distinct here is the outward flaring of the rounded part to give the shape of vase. Chorten literally mean seat of faith  and there are numerous paintings that provide an insight into Buddhist Philosophy.

Visit the takin preserve centre, where you can see the national animal (Takin) of Bhutan.

Visit to national library established in 1960s, which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist manuscripts and small collection of books.

Visit to textile museum, which provides an excellent introduction about the techniques, styles of various textiles woven in the country along with exhibitions of national dress gho for men and kira for women.

Visit to institute of zorig chusum (thirteen traditional arts and crafts), one can see young children learning and practicing the ancient arts and crafts of Bhutan.

Dochula Pass

The first stop after leaving Thimphu is Dochula pass at 10,500 ft. The construction of these 108 chorten also called as Druk Wangyel Chortens commissioned by the eldest Queen mother, Her Majesty Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck. The temple was built in the honor of His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck. From here, one can witness most enchanting views. If weather permits from this pass, the breathtaking peaks of Bhutan's northern border can be viewed.

Punakha Dzong

Visit the punakha Dzong (fortress) built by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel in the year 1637. The dzong is situated between Pho chu (male river) and Mo chhu (female river). Until the time of second king the Punakha dzong served as the important seats of the government.

We start early today after breakfast and drive to Trongsa via Wangdue. Enjoy sightseeing in the valley of Wangdue Phodrang. It includes visit to Wangduephodrang Dzong (fortress) from outside built in 1638. Legends relates that as the people were searching for the site of the dzong, four ravens were seen flying away in four directions. This was considered auspicious sign representing the spread of Buddhist religion to the four points of the compass. The dzong is situated at the Mochu (Female river) and Tang chu.

Visit to Gangtey Goenpa. This Goenpa was founded by Pema Thenlay in 1613 who is the grandson of great saint Pema Lingpa. This goenpa was rebuilt by Tenzin Legpai who is the second reincarnation of Pema Lingpa. Explore Phobjekha Valley famously known for the home of the world's rare species Black-necked crane. Eat lunch at Chendebji stupa at Chendebji.  Night in the Hotel at Trongsa'

Visit Trongsa Dzong

Start the Journey Early in the morning after breakfast. On the way visit the largest and most impressive Dzong in Bhutan built in 1644 by great saint Chogyal Minjur Tempa, the official sent by Zhabdrung to unify eastern Bhutan.

Visit Taa Dzong

Taa Dzong is an ancient watch tower overlooking Trongsa Dzong. The chapel inside the Taa Dzong is said to be dedicated to the Trongsa Penlop Jigme Namgyel.

Drive to Bumthang enjoying beautiful sceneries on the way. Lunch at Bumthang. Visit Chakar Temple (anciently Known to be iron castle). It is the site of palace of Indian King Sindu Raja, who invited Guru Rimpoche to Bhutan. The original castle is said to be made by iron.

After Lunch Visit Kurje Lhakhang

The Lhakhang is named after the miraculous body print left by the famous Buddhist master Ugyen Guru Rimpoche. The Lhakhang is built by Minjur Tempa in the year 1652.

Visit Tamzhing Lhakhang known to be the Temple of good message. It was establish in 1501 by a famous saint Pema Lingpa (treasure discoverer) who was Ningmapa sect master.

Visit Matha factory and Cheese factory.

Drive to famous Tang valley. It is the valley where Terton Pema Lingpa discovered several treasures from the Tang burning lake (Mebar Tsho).

Home stay 

To experience the unique Bhutanese home culture. Our valued guests shall be given an opportunity to intermingle with Bhutanese family for the following to:

- visit the family

- observe the natural household chores

- observe the way of dress up

- observe how Bhutanese cuisines are prepared

- observe cultural program

Visit to Taktsang Base

Tiger Nest Monastery is Bhutan's most iconic landmark and religious site. The name Taktsang means Tiger's Nest. This temple is one of the most holiest sites in the Kingdom and clings impossibly to a sheer cliff face 900 m above Paro Valley. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche flew to this location from the Singye Dzong on the back of the flying Tigress. This place was consecrated to tame Tiger Demon, was first built in 1692 at the cave were Guru Rinpoche meditated in the seventh century for three years three months three days and three hours in order to subdue evil demon residing within it. The cave is considered as a sacred site ever since and famous saint have traveled to meditate in it.

Visit to Kichu Lhakhang.

It is one of the 108 Dzongs build in 7th century by Great Dharma King of Tibet known as Songtsen Gampo. It is believed that the temple was visit by Guru Rimpoche and concealed my spiritual treasure in it. Excursion ride to Chelala pass located at the height of 3800 m. From there you can enjoy a beautiful view of the two highest peak Jichudrake and Jumolhari. If the weather is clear, one might be able to get the glimpse of Mount Kanchenjunga the third highest mountain in the world.

Over Night at Hotel.

Sight seeing of Paro Taa Dzong. It was built in 1656 and renovated in 1968. It is an ancient watch tower which now house the national museum. Below the museum is the Paro Rinpung Dzong (meaning the heap of jewels). Paro Rinpung Dzong was built in 1646 by Zhabdrung. It is the seat of civil and religion authority in the valley.

Visit craft bazaar in the evening where you get to see authentic Bhutanese product. Experience the Bhutanese hot stone bath.

 Over night in Hotel

Excursion ride to Chelala pass located at the height of 3800 mt. From there you can enjoy a beautiful view of the two highest peak Jichudrake and mount Jumolhari. Some if the whether is clear one might be able to get the glimpse of Mount Kunchenjunga the third highest mountain in the world.

Dinner with the representative from Norbulingka Bhutan bidding farewell. In the evening, a farewell dinner shall be hosted by the representative from Norbulingka Bhutan

Finally, the 9 days of most memorable trips for our valued guests come to an end happily. On the next day after breakfast, our company guide shall escort our valued guests to the Paro international Airport to board departure flight. The team from Norbulingka Bhutan company offer our sincere prayers and wish our valued guests a safe and happy return to your loving homeland