Day 1:

Arrive Bhutan. The flight from Bangkok to Paro on Druk Air is a befitting introduction to Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan . From a window seat on clear days you can experience a spectacular view of Bhutan 's snow capped peaks as you approach Paro. On arrival you will be received by our representative, and then drive you to Thimphu the capital city Thimphu . Overnight at Druk Hotel or Similar

Day 2:

Thimphu Sightseeing. A visit to the Memorial Chorten built in honor of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, Dupthop Lhakhang ( Monastery for the nuns), National Library and the painting school where traditional art is still kept alive through instructions in the art of painting Thangkhas ( sacred Buddhist religious scrolls). Visit the traditional Medicine institute where medicines are prepared according to ancient practices and return to the town for your lunch break. After lunch you will visit Lungtenzampa to observe the Royal traditional silver smiths and Bhutanese traditional paper factory. Drive south and visit Simtokha Dzong, the first Dzong built by Shubdrung Nawang Namgyal. It is now used as the Institute for study of traditional teachings for the lay students. Return back to hotel for overnight.

Day 3:

Thimphu - Punakha Leaving Thimphu the road climbs steeply through a forest of pine and cedar, festooned with hanging lichen high up near Dochula pass (3,050 m). This pass offers panoramic views of the Himalayan mountain ranges, as we descend along a series of hairpin bends to the fertile valley of Punakha (1,350 meters/ 4,430 feet). Before proceeding further to Punakha town we will hike up to the Chimi Lhakhang temple on a small hilltop. This temple is dedicated to the great Yogi in 14th century known as Drukpa Kuenley or popularly known as "Divine madman" to the westerners. It is believed that this temple blesses women who seek fertility. After lunch we will proceed to Punakha town to view the majestic Dzong ( fortress), situated between the two rivers Pho Chu and Mochu (male and Female River). This fortress is now used as the winter seat of the Je Khenpo ( the Spiritual head of Bhutan ). In the past this Dzong was the capital seat of the Kingdom. After strolling through the town of Punakha drive to hotel Meri Puensum or similar for overnight.

Day 4:

Punakha - Limukha (TREK) After breakfast begin your trek with gradual climb through chirpine forests. Visit to Dompala village en route. Overnight at camp. Distance 9 miles, takes about 4-5 hours

Day 5:

Limukha - Chungsankha The trail takes you through rhododendron and oak forested areas. En route pass a famous Drukpa Kuenly Lhakhang. Overnight at camp. Distance 9 miles about 4-5 hours of walk.

Day 6:

Chungsakha - Wangdi - Phobjikha The trail now drops down until you arrive at the roadside. Your car will pick you up and drive to Phobjikha Valley situated at 9000 feet and is the winter home to the endangered black-necked crane. Overnight at a farm house

Day 7:

Phobjikha - Thimpu - Paro Early morning visit the roosting ground of the black necked crane from a vantage you will be able to see hundreds of cranes preparing to depart for hunt of food. Return to the guesst house. After breakfast you will resume your drive to Thimphu , You will have couple of hours for shopping and will resume drive to Paro. Overnight at hotel.

Day 8:

Paro Sightseeing - After breakfast your car will drop you at the starting point of the excursion to view the spectacular Taktsang monastery (Tiger's lair). The trail to the monastery climbs through beautiful pine forest, many of the trees festooned with Spanish moss, and an occasional grove of fluttering prayer flags. You stop at the cafeteria for a rest and refreshments and continue the hike (if not tired) for short while until you see, clearly and seemingly within reach, the remains of Taktsang monastery. Built in 1600s, this incredible monastery clings to the edge of a sheer rock cliff that plunges 900 meters into the valley below. The history states that Guru Padmasambhava, the Tantric mystic who brought Buddhism to Bhutan , landed here on the back of a flying tiger. Looking at the monastery flying tigers doesn't seem so impossible after all. Lunch will be served at the cafeteria. Afternoon visit the National Museum of Bhutan, (Ta Dzong) which contains works of art, handicrafts, costumes, armor and rare stamps. Take a leisurely hike down to Rimpung Dzong. You will walk through a traditional covered bridge across the river to your waiting car at the valley floor and take you to the Hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 9:

Depart Paro Bhutan - After breakfast drive to the airport for your flight to Bangkok or Kathmandu