Known as the Druk Yul (land of the Thunder Dragon), Bhutan is regarded as the last paradise on earth which is open to outside world recently. Its isolation, spectacular mountains, ancient Buddhist monasteries, varied flora and fauna, vibrant culture and mystic aura have made it so.

The country is divided into three district tracts, between the southern foot-hills and the Himalayan crest, running from south to north. The southern tract, about 49 km width and consisting mainly of outer hills receives as much as 300 inches rainfall annually. Dense vegetation clothes the hill-sides. The northern tract consists of dense rugged mountains with alpine valleys and snowy peaks soaring to heights of 7,135 metres. The central tract, about 64 km in width consists of a number of valleys at altitudes upto 3,048 metres is separated by high mountain ridges with gentler slopes.

Thimpu is the capital city of Bhutan lying in a valley (2,350m). The traditional architecture of its houses and buildings is particularly striking. The places to visit are – The Memorial Chorten, Tashicho – Dzong, Traditional Medicine hospital, National Library, The National Institute for Zong Chosum, Chargankha Lakhang and Simtokha Dzong.

Itinerary

Day 01: Fly to Paro from Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
Day 02 : In Paro The day begins with a visit to the ruins of  Drukgyal Dzong. This Dzong is of historical importance, from whose ramparts the Bhutanese repelled Tibetan invaders. On a clear day, the 24,000 ft. whitedomed peak of sacred Chomolhari (Mountain of Goddess) looms overhead. Visit Ta Dzong,the National Museum housed in an ancient watchtower, which has a fine collection of ancient Thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons and artifacts. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 : Paro – Thimpu Morning scenic drive to Thimpu. Afternoon, sightseeing to the Memorial Chorten of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck in the heart of Thimpu town, Tashichho Dzong (the Fortress of the Auspicious Religion, presently Govt. secretariat building) - Overnight hotel.
Day 04 : Paro- Excursion to Takstang Lhakang. Drive to Sartsham Chorten and then two hours of horse riding uphill will take you to the Taktsang Monastery. A short trek to the view point to witness a fascinating eye-level view of the famous Takstang Lhakhang also known as the tigers' nest. A slow downhill trek to Sartsham Chorten and then drive to Hotel.- Overnight hotel.
Day 05 : Paro – Drive to airport for departure flight to your onward destination