Welcome to Paro. One should experience when the flight into Bhutan takes you to
the great Himalayas & offers you the most scintillating scenery of the world's
highest glacial peaks. As you enter Paro valley, you will see the silvery Pa-chu
(Paro river) meandering down the valley, the Paro Dzong (fortress) and the Ta
Dzong. Assistance upon arrival at Paro airport and drive to Thimphu, the Capital
of Bhutan. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Rest of the time at leisure to
discover the Capital on your own.

Today after breakfast visit the Memorable Chorten dedicated to the 03rd King of
Bhutan, The Textile Museum & Folk Heritage Museum that provides a
fascinating insight into the Bhutanese material culture and way of life. Drive to
the 15th century Changakha Lhakhang spectacularly located on the spur. The
Takin Sanctuary near the lhakhang will give the visitor a chance to glance at the
National animal of Bhutan, Takin. Also visit the school of Arts and Crafts and the
National Library which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts as well as
modern academic books mainly on Himalayan culture and religion.Evening visit
the;the main secretarial building which houses the throne room of His Majesty
the King of Bhutan and also the head seat of Chief Abbot of Bhutan.

After breakfast depart for Paro. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Visit the
National Museum which houses impressive collection of fine arts, paintings,
bronzes, textiles, jewellery and handicrafts sections as well as galleries of stamps
for which the Country is very popular. Also visit the Rinpung Dzong, the Fortress
of the Heap of Jewels, built in 1645 by Shabdrung Gnawing Namgyel. It is an
imposing square fortress, representative of typical Dzong architecture, with a
central tower and courtyards housing the administrative (Dzongkhag) and has a
community of about 200 monks. A hike down the moderate slope to the
cantilever bridge, one of the finest specimens in Bhutan with its shingle roof and
two guard-houses at each end.

After breakfast drive 20 minutes to the end of the valley to Drukgyel Dzong from
where one can see the towering peak of Jomolhari (7,316m, 24,003 ft). This
mountain, also revered as a powerful goddess, forms the border with Tibet and
provides magnificent background to the ruined Drukgyel Dzong and village.
Drive to Rumthangka and have the glorious view of Taktsang. The hike is
optional. On Our way back, we will visit Kyichu Temple (built by the Tibetan King
Songtsen Gompo in the 7th century).Rest of the time free for souvenir shopping
in the small town of Paro.

Vacation comes to an end with good memories that will last forever.