Day 1: Arrival in Paro – Transfer to Thimphu
- Arrive at Paro Airport.
- Drive to Thimphu (~1 hr).
- Evening stroll in Thimphu town.
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing & Festival
- Attend Highland Festival in Thimphu (celebrating traditional music, dance, and culture).
- Visit Memorial Chorten and Tashichho Dzong in the afternoon.
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 3: Thimphu Cultural Exploration
- Visit Buddha Dordenma, Folk Heritage Museum, National Institute for Zorig Chusum.
- Explore Motithang Takin Preserve.
- Enjoy festival events and local performances.
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 4: Thimphu → Punakha (via Dochula Pass)
- Drive to Punakha (~3 hrs) via Dochula Pass with Himalayan views.
- Visit Punakha Dzong.
Overnight: Punakha
Day 5: Punakha & Wangdue Phodrang
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (fertility temple).
- Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge.
- Explore Wangdue Phodrang villages.
Overnight: Punakha
Day 6: Punakha → Gangtey / Phobjikha Valley
- Drive to Phobjikha Valley (~3 hrs).
- Visit Gangtey Monastery and enjoy a nature walk.
Overnight: Gangtey / Phobjikha
Day 7: Gangtey → Bumthang
- Travel east through Trongsa Dzong (~6–7 hrs).
- Arrive in Bumthang, Bhutan’s spiritual heartland.
Overnight: Bumthang
Day 8: Bumthang Cultural Exploration
- Visit Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, and Tamshing Lhakhang.
- Explore local villages and crafts.
Overnight: Bumthang
Day 9: Bumthang → Paro
- Long scenic drive back to Paro (~10–12 hrs) or internal flight if available.
- Evening at leisure in Paro.
Overnight: Paro
Day 10: Tiger’s Nest Hike & Departure
- Morning hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest Monastery).
- Afternoon transfer to Paro Airport for departure.