Meet & Greet on arrival at IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing - The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India. It is a thriving commercial center on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or walk around the Phuentsholing town.
OVERNIGHT AT PHUENTSHOLING

After breakfast, complete the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu. We will make stops along the way from time to time, so as not to miss the magnificent view of the Indian plains and the Toorsa River below. On the way, you will also see the first hydropower electric project ever built in Bhutan. Leaving Chukha, we will stop at the small town of Chimakothi. After passing through Chapcha, the road reaches its highest point of about 2,800m/9,185ft, then descends steeply and runs along the banks of the Wang Chu (river) to Chuzom (meaning confluence), where the Paro Chu runs into the Wang Chu. From here it is only about 30 min drive up the valley to Paro. On arrival in Thimphu, check in at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT AT THIMPHU

Drive at Dochula Pass (3,100 m), where on a sunny day, you can get stunning views of the Himalayan ranges. The DochuLa Pass is probably the best-known mountain pass in Bhutan. Located at an altitude of 3150 meter above sea level, the DochuLa Pass is about 30 kilometers away from the capital city Thimphu and the road to Punakha. On a clear day the pass offers visitors a spectacular view of the majestic eastern Himalayan Ranges.
On the way visit Tamchong Lhakhang: Tamchong Lhakhang is a temple that is dedicated to the 13th century saint Thangthong Gyalpo, the iron bridge builder. This temple is located across the river about 15kms from the Paro towards Thimphu
Ta Dzong (National Museum): The name Ta Dzong translates to ‘watch tower’ and it served the function of watch tower for the Paro Rinpung Dzong. Back in the day, similar look-out points were built for other dzongs (fortresses) to counter any approaching hostilities, for those were the days of frequent strife.
OVERNIGHT AT PARO

Have early breakfast and drive up to the base of Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest). The most famous and sacred site among all the places in Bhutan. Guru Padmasambhava is said to have come riding on a flying tigress to this place and meditated in a cave for 3 months
The walk is about 2 hours till the top through wide pathways which were built during the restoration works. One hour into the climb there is a tea point from where you get a very good view of the monastery, they also serve lunch here. From there it’s about another 45 minutes climb to the 2nd view point and the highest point in the hike. Return back.
OVERNIGHT AT PARO

After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Phuentsholing. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or walk around the Phuentsholing town.
OVERNIGHT AT PHUENTSHOLING

After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to IXB Airport for your onward journey.
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