Punakha Culture Tour

The flight to Paro crosses the Himalayan Mountains, affording spectacular views of the awesome peaks, including the sacred Jomolhari and Jichu Drake peaks in Bhutan, after the completion of check in formalities in airport. Guide and driver will escort to Thimphu. Depending on the time, the sightseeing includes - Folk Heritage museum, school of 13 Art and Crafts, Takin Park, Tashicho Dzong. Overnight in hotel.
Altitude: 2400 m.

Thimphu sightseeing - Big Buddha, National memorial stupa. 108 stupas in Dochula pass, Himalayan mountain ranges on clear day.
Drive to Punakha and sightseeing - Temple of fertility, Punakha Dzong, suspension bridge.
Overnight in hotel.
Thimphu to Punakha driving distance - 72.7kms; Time - 2.5 hrs.
Altitude - 1300 m. 

Hike to Khamsum Yurley Namgyel temple, Punakha Dzong, suspension bridge.
Overnight in same hotel. 

Morning visit Wolakha nunnery before you drive to Paro. In Paro visit - Iron chain bridge, National museum, Rimpong Dzong, Wooden cantilever bridge and stroll in local market at leisure.
Punakha to Paro - 115kms, Time - 3.5 hrs. 

Taktsang the tiger nest monastery is the most iconic and sacred Buddhist site in the World. It is dramatically perched on sheer cliff face, about 900 m above the Paro valley. It is one of the most beautiful hiking trail for its pristine forest and views.
Hiking distance ( round trip) approximately 6kms/3.7miles. Time 5 to 6 hrs including guided tour in monastery.
After hike, visit Drukgyel Dzong, 7th century temple, local market. Suggestion- hot stone bath in village.
Overnight same hotel.

Defending on your flight timing, drive to Airport. Your guide and driver will bid your farewell.