Paro and Thimphu City Tour

Transfer from Tribhuvan International airport in Kathmandu to Paro from air flight at 10:30 in the morning. It takes about 70 to 80 minutes to reach the Paro airport which is full of scenic mountain flight. On arrival at Paro International Airport, meet and greet. Visit the National Museum (Ta-Dzong). And overnight in hotel.

After breakfast, drive from Paro to Thimpu and afternoon, visit the Memorial Chorten, a huge stupa built in memory of the third King who reigned from 1952 – 1972. Visit the National Library where ancient manuscripts are preserved. Visit the Painting School where traditional art is still preserved. Artists are taught to paint Thankas here. Visit the Handicrafts Emporium where one can buy Bhutanese textiles and other arts and crafts. Lunch at a local restaurant. Overnight at hotel in Thimphu.

Morning visit Pangri Zampa Monastery, situated just beyond Dechencholing Palace (5kms from Thimphu). This temple was the first residence of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal when he arrived in Bhutan in 1616 A.D. It was built during the first quarter of the 16th century by Ngawang Chogyel, the great ancestor of the Shabdrung. Afternoon drive to Paro and overnight in hotel.

Transfer from Hotel to airport in time to connect Druk Air flight to Kathmandu.