Paro-Thimphu (55Km/1Hour)

Tashichho Dzong - Visit Tashichho Dzong, the seat of the Royal Government and Central Monastic Body, and witness the ceremonial lowering of the flag. It stands as a remarkable example of Bhutanese architecture.

Buddha Dordenma - Overlooking the Thimphu valley, the giant Buddha statue is a symbol of blessings, peace, and happiness for the world.

Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten) - Built in 1974, this chorten is a popular spot for meeting local Bhutanese. Many elderly citizens spend their days prostrating, circumambulating, and chanting around the temple.

THIMPHU- PHOBJIKHA (135 KMS/5-6 HOURS)

Dochula Pass - Travel through Dochula Pass (3,088m/10,130ft), pausing to enjoy the view and admire the 108 chortens, mani wall, and prayer flags. On clear days, the majestic Himalayan peaks to the northeast are visible, including Masagang (7,158m), Tsendegang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m), Jejegangphugang (7,158m), Kangphugang (7,170m), Zongaphugang (7,060m), and Gangkar Puensum, Bhutan’s highest peak at 7,497m. Visitors can hoist prayer flags and make incense smoke offerings.

Gangtey Monastery - Gangtey Goenpa, the main seat of the Pema Lingpa tradition, was established in 1613 by Gangteng Sangngak Choling and overlooks the Phobjikha Valley. In the evening, participate in evening prayers or engage in a discussion on Buddhism with a learned teacher, followed by dinner with the monks.

DAY 3 – GANGTEY SHEDRA

Gangtey Monastery - Scheduled Activities:

1. Participate in morning prayers from 5:30 AM to 6:15 AM.
2. Attend an evening meditation class from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM on Samantha meditation, loving-kindness, or Vipassana.
3. Join evening prayers from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
   Other activities include:

• Learning Astrological Reading (Mo)
• Hoisting Prayer Flags
• Smoke Offering/Wine Offering/Butter Lamp Offering
• Picnicking with monks
• Attending Dharma talks
• Private meetings with the abbot (Khenpo) of Shedra
• Making a meal donation and serving food to the monks
• Receiving spiritual cleansing from Trulku
  This program is supervised by an authentic Buddhist master. Some masters may not be fluent in English, but an English translator will be available. Designed by Gangtey Shreda, this program aims to help visitors overcome daily stress and provide insight into the Buddhist way of life, which is filled with love and compassion. (Courtesy: Sherab Lhendrup, Gangtey Shreda)

DAY 4: GANGTEY TO PUNAKHA (78KMS/3HRS)

Punakha Dzong - Explore the ancient Punakha Dzong, a fortress-monastery dating back to the 17th century, beautifully located at the confluence of the Mo and Pho Rivers.

Chimi Lhakhang Temple - Optionally, take a short walk across the rice paddies to visit the nearby Chimi Lhakhang, a charming temple built by Lama Drukpa Kunley. Legend says he subdued the demoness of Dochu La with his “Magic Thunderbolt of Wisdom.” A wooden effigy of the lama’s thunderbolt is preserved in the Lhakhang, and childless women visit the temple to receive a Wang (blessing) from the saint.

Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten - After lunch, hike to Khamsum Yulley. Built by Queen Mother Ashi Tshering Yangdon Wangchuck, this Chorten is a splendid example of Bhutanese architecture, constructed over eight and a half years with details drawn from religious scriptures.

PUNAKHA TO PARO (120KMS/4HRS)

PARO TAKTSHANG HIKE (4-6 HOURS)

Paro Taktsang - Embark on a hike to Taktshang Monastery, one of Bhutan’s holiest and most beautiful sites. Known as the tiger’s lair, it derives its name from the legend of its founding, when Guru Rinpoche, revered as the second Buddha, arrived from Tibet in the 8th Century, flying across the mountains on the back of a tigress.

Kyichu Lhakhang - Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples.

Dzongdrakha Temple - Take a detour to another sacred site in Paro where great masters have meditated.

Departure

Paro - Conclude your journey in Bhutan. Our team will drive you to the airport and bid you farewell.

• Private transportation
• Government SDF of USD 100 per person per night
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Accommodation as per itinerary
• Breakfast
• Bhutan Visa
• Entry Fees, All internal taxes and charges

• Airfare
• Travel Insurance
• Laundry / Alcohol & Beverages
• Single supplement of USD 350

Bhutan stands as the final stronghold of Mahayana Buddhism, a spiritual tradition renowned as one of the most profound teachings in the Buddhist realm. The sacred monasteries perched on steep cliffs, the prayer flags fluttering along high ridges, and the red-robed monks chanting day and night, imbue this kingdom with an aura reminiscent of another era. Bhutan Best Inbound Tour offers spiritual tours for visitors seeking solace, rest, and rejuvenation. This tour includes visits to caves and monasteries where great enlightened masters have meditated. Additionally, arrangements can be made for monastic stays, allowing participants to engage in guided meditation courses led by authentic masters.

Participants can also partake in various Buddhist rituals such as smoke offerings, butter lamp offerings, and wine offerings. Furthermore, there is the opportunity to learn Bhutanese astrology or enjoy a picnic with monks.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.