Cypress Tour (11 Nights 12 Days)

Day 1: Arrival and sightseeing in Paro (2250m /7382ft)

 Meal: Welcome Dinner

After reaching the airport of Bhutan, Guide will welcome you and escort you to the respective hotel. After freshening up in the hotel, we will start the tour by visiting the Rinpung Dzong and  Kichu Lhakhang (the ancient temple of the Bhutan) and then head to visit the Drugyal Dzong built by Zhabdrung Nawang Namgyal in 1646. Overnight in Paro Hotel Himalayan Key Forest resort

Day 2: Excursion to Chele La Pass then drive to Thimphu: 174km, 5 – 6 hours

 Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After having our breakfast, we will drive to Chele La pass which is at 3810 meters. Hike through the Buddhist prayer flags and the magnificent sights of Mt. Jumolhari and other several peaks as well as unbelievable panoramas into the vales beneath the pass. We will have lunch at the pass. Then proceed the hike down to the ridges to reach the Kila Gompa -Nunnery which is snuggled in a rugged patch beneath the pass and perched precariously sideways a rock face. We will walk few miles via the dense forests and head towards the roadside. At road our car will be there and drive back to Thimphu. Overnight in Thimphu hotel ( Norkhil Boutique hotel & Spa).

Day 3: Sightseeing in Thimphu

 Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast we will start the sightseeing by visiting the memorial Chorten built in the honor of the 3rd king who ruled over this country from 1952- 1972. Following, we will be visiting the nunnery temple and the mini zoo (Takin reserve) of Bhutan. Then we will visit the traditional medicinal institute and the traditional painting school, museum, Tashichho Dzong and the paper factory. Overnight in Thimphu hotel (Norkhil Boutique hotel & Spa).

Day 4: Thimphu to Punakha (1,250m/4,100ft): 76 km, 2 – 3 hours

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast drive to Punakha and on the way, we will stop at Dochu la Pass which is at 3100 meters.  Before reaching Punakha, we will transient through the rice fields alongside the river banks. Have lunch and then we will visit the Punakha Dzong one of the second largest and the second ancient dzong of Bhutan. Overnight in Punakha hotel (RKPO Green resort).

Day 5: Punakha Village Tour

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today we will walk across the suspension bridge and then following the way to farm houses we will progressively ascend to Dompola Hills and here we can enjoy the marvelous view of Dzong, Mo- chu and Pho –chu river and the incredible village surrounding with dense pine forests. After that we will hike uphill for two hours to reach Limbhukha-one of the beautiful village known for its serene nature. We will tour the village and explore their culture and their way of living. The people will serve you the local butter tea and the locally brewed wine called Ara. After completing the tour drive back to hotel in Punakha. Overnight in Punakha hotel ( RKPO Green resort).

Day 6: Punakha to Bumthang (2,850m/9,350ft): 214 km, 7 hours

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After having breakfast, we will start our journey to Bumthang- the cultural heartland of Bhutan. The trail we will be heading is the windy trail where we will be crossing the Pele La pass which is at 3300 meters. We will stop at Trongsa for lunch and then visit the Trongsa Dzong and the Royal Heritage Museum. Then we will head through the dense forests and valley of Bumthang. On the way we will stop at Yathra- textile weaving factory and there we will be viewing the weavers designing the different textile. Overnight in Bumthang hotel ( Yukharling Resort).

Day 7: Sightseeing in Bumthang

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

We will be sightseeing Bumthang by visiting the Jakar Dzong- and the oldest monasteries Jambey Lhakhang including the Kurje Lhakhang one of the well-known sacred places which is said that in this cave there is a mark of the spiritual Guru Rinpoche. Have lunch at Tamshing Lhakhang and in the evening we can wander around the local shops. Overnight in Bumthang (Yukharling Resort).

Day 8: Excursion to Tang Valley then back to Bumthang: 84km, 3 hours

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

We will explore the Tang valley the most isolated valley of Bumthang as well as we will be also visiting the nearby villages. After that we will hike to Ugyen Chholing Palace, one of the 16th-century old which was earlier huge hall now turned into a museum. Then we will visit Mebar Tsho which means Burning Lake. Overnight in Bumthang (Yukharling Resort).

Day 9: Bumthang to Wangdue (1,240m/4,068ft): 197 km, 5 – 6 hours)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today we will be sightseeing at the Bumthang market and drive to Wangdue. We will stop for our lunch at Chendebji Chorten, constructed in the 18th century by lama Shida. We will visit Gangtey temple on the way and get to witness fascinating and remarkable high passes. Overnight in Wangdue ( RKPO green Resort).

Day 10: Wangdue to Paro: 124 km, 4 – 5 hours

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today we will head to Paro and then we will stop at Metshina village. Then hike for 20 minutes via the rice- fields to Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple) then as we reach at Dochu La pass we will visit Druk Wangyal monastery. Overnight in Paro (Himalayan Key Forest Resort).

Day 11: Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After early breakfast, we will start the hike to Taktsang Monastery also known as Tiger Nest Monastery, situated on the high cliff at 3,180 meters. The hike would take around 4-5 hours. Have lunch at the restaurant located nearby midway to the mountain. Upon completing exploring the temples, we will proceed back down to the valley. Overnight in Paro ( Himalayan Key Forest Resort).

Day 12: Final departure

Meal: Breakfast

Today the journey finally comes to an end, our team will drop you at the airport prior to three hours of your flight departure. Have a great day ahead.