Lost in the valleys found in my soul

Once your flight reaches Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal, our eagerly waitingteam will escort you easily to the waiting vehicle. We now set off for the bordertown of Phuentsholing, our entry point to wonderful Bhutan. Upon arrivalCheck-in to the hotel. Rest of the time is leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Post breakfast, we leave the hotel and head for Thimphu, the Bhutanese capital.It’s a 6-hour road trip with worthwhile halts at some of the must-visit touristplaces in Bhutan.Upon arrival Check-in at the hotel and overnight stay.Visit Kharbandi Gompa Photo stop at Taktichu Pass Things to Do & Places to Visit

Post breakfast, it we will go for a Thimphu sightseeing Visit Memorial Chorten, dedicated to the Third King of Bhutan, the founder ofmodern Bhutan.
Buddha Dordenma made in line with increasing the Bhutan happiness index.This sitting statue of Buddha measures 169 feet in height and is filled with1,25,000 shorter Buddha statues. One of the world’s most giant Buddha statues,Simply Bhutan Musume,it is a living museum guiding visitors on a captivatingjourney to discover and immerse themselves in the rich traditions of Bhutan. Itstands as a vibrant hub for those eager to delve into the intricate tapestry ofBhutanese culture, providing a comprehensive experience of its many facets.Takin Sanctuary,witness the baffling and endangered Takin. This large mammalweighing up to 650 kgs is the national animal of wonderful Bhutan.In the evening,visitTashichho Dzong,an impressive structure located just onthe outskirts of Thimphu. One of Bhutan’s most iconic monuments, theTashichho Dzong houses His Majesty’s throne room and several governmentoffices. After this retrace back to hotel for overnight stay.
Things to Do & Places to Visit:

After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and head for Punakha.VisitLamperi Botnical Park where we will see different species ofrhododendron flowers.
Photo Stop at the Dochula Pass at 3100 m amidst pines and junipers. Thismesmerizing mountain pass with 108 stupas and bright-coloured prayer flags isindeed a visitor’s delight.Visit 17th-century Punakha Dzong, a majestic structure inextricably associatedwith the momentous historical events of unforgettable Bhutan, such as thecrowning of all the Kings of Bhutan. Punakha Dzong is also the central monasticbody’s winter residence. We will finish our day by seeing one of the
longest suspension bridge in Bhutan,spanning 350m and perched high above the very swift river of Po Chhu. Drapedwith prayer flags, the bridge connects the town of Punakha and the PunakhaDzong. After this drive to hotel for overnight stay.

This morning we start our journey towards Paro via the picturesque Dochula Pass.Things to Do & Places to Visit: Photo stop at Chuzom and visit
Thamchok Lhakhang a private temple dedicated to theancient saint Thangthong Gyelpo. He is famous for having built countless iron chainbridges to ease Himalayan travels and pilgrimages In Paro visit a Dzong an ancient watchtower-converted- museum, also known as theNational Museum.Visit Paro Dzong
a 17th-century, impressive fortress with a complex of preservedbuildings. Also known as Rinpung Dzong, this square fortress is Paro’s administrativecentre and houses temples, courtyards, and offices with intricate Bhutanese motifworks.We will end the day by visiting Paro town, enjoy local cuisine like steamy momos. Else,visit one of the finest restaurants that serve sophisticated Bhutanese foods, such as EmaDatshi (Bhutan’s national dish). Shop for souvenirs at the Paro Craft Market. Finally, wereturn to the hotel for a delicious dinner and a peaceful sleep.

After breakfast we will go for a hike to Taktsang Monastery more popularlycalled “The Tiger’s Nest”. This iconic monastery is so-called owing to the myththat the medieval Buddhist saint Padmasambhava visited it, riding a flying tiger.The legend also says that he meditated in a cave that is now the Nest’s lowerstorey. The monastery houses a wrathful emanation of Padmasambhava on topof a tiger. You can reach this sacred place only through an uphill hike as it’s perched on aprecipitous rock face. It’s a 5-hour trek through scenic pine forests, with theeluding view of the Nest beckoning you the whole time.After the hike visit a local farm house and have a relaxing hot ston bath. Retraceback to hotel for overnight stay.

We take leave of beautiful Paro and retrace in the direction of Phuentsholingtown. On our leisurely drive by the Paro River after crossing Chuzom and thentowards Chukha. After checking in to our hotel at the border town, we have theremaining time at leisure.

Post breakfast, we bid goodbye to the Kingdom of Happiness and set off on ourjourney home. After entering the Indian border at Jaigaon, we pass the scenicBengal Countryside to arrive at Bagdogra Airport. We take the air journey withbeautiful memories of our Bhutan travel