Day 1: Arrival in Paro – Transfer to Thimphu
- Arrive at Paro Airport.
- Drive to Thimphu (~1 hr).
- Evening stroll around Thimphu town.
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing & Festival
- Attend Thimphu Tsechu, the vibrant annual festival at Tashichho Dzong featuring masked dances, rituals, and local celebrations.
- Visit Memorial Chorten and local markets in the afternoon.
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 3: Thimphu Cultural Exploration
- Visit Buddha Dordenma, Folk Heritage Museum, and National Institute for Zorig Chusum (traditional arts school).
- Explore Motithang Takin Preserve.
- Continue enjoying festival events at Tsechu.
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 4: Thimphu → Punakha (via Dochula Pass)
- Drive to Punakha (~3 hrs) via Dochula Pass with panoramic Himalayan views.
- Visit Punakha Dzong, one of Bhutan’s most beautiful fortresses.
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 → Paro & Tiger’s Nest Hike
- Drive back to Paro (~4 hrs).
- Hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest Monastery) in the afternoon (4–5 hrs round trip).
Overnight: Paro
Day 7: Departure from Paro
- Transfer to Paro Airport for departure.