Bhutan Mystical Tour

Transfer to Bhutan’s national airline, Druk Air, for a flight to Paro, the country’s only airfield. The flight offers spectacular views of the Himalayas, and is particularly thrilling as it passes through the Bhutanese foothills and has a thrilling landing. Upon arrival, our tour guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.

Follow an ancient path marked by river powered prayer wheels to the site of the famous Tiger's nest, the Taktsang Monastery, tragically wrecked in a fire early in 1998, rebuilt, it is perched some 600m/2,000ft up on a cliff overlooking the valley. It was said to be where the legendary Indian saint, Guru Padma Sambhava, flew from Tibet on the back of a tiger to defeat five demons, who were opposing the spread of Buddhism in Bhutan. Afternoon: visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. Originally built as Watch Tower since 1967 it is the National Museum of the country and holding fascinating collection of art, artifacts, thangkha paintings and Bhutan's exquisite postage stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit the massive Rinpung Dzong, a hub for spiritual life and community events, which has a long and fascinating history. Overnight at hotel in Paro.

3 hours drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass (10,000 ft). Weather permitting, panoramic views of the eastern Himalayan peaks. Lunch at Dochula (3050 m). Another two hours drive to Zando Pelri Hotel. On the way, take a 25-minute walk to Chime Lakhang, a beautiful fertility monastery, and learn about the famous saint known as the “Divine Madman” Drukpa Kinley. Overnight in Punakha.

A 40-minute shuttle to the Kabjisa trailhead and a 3-hour hike will take you to Chorten Nebu. It’s a beautiful hike through a beautiful village surrounded by orange groves to the temple, which was built during the time of ‘The Divine Madman’ Drukpa Kunle. Visit the temple and make our offerings. Look at the tree in the courtyard outside, which is said to have grown after Drukpa Kunle sent lightning from a nearby valley. Hike a different route through rice fields to the trailhead. Spend the night in Punakha.

The drive is around 3 hrs to Thimphu and we have sightseeing in the afternoon. Sightseeing includes visits to the late king's memorial chorten, the Textile Museum, the Heritage Museum, the silversmiths and pottery workshops and possibly the National Library. There will also be plenty of time to continue exploring the streets and emporiums. Overnight at Thimphu.

The drive from Thimphu to Haa via the Pa Chhu and Wang Chhu Confluence at Chuzom is around 3 – 4 hours. Haa Valley is situated in the north-west of Bhutan bordering Tibet. Extraordinarily beautiful Haa Valley is newly opened to Tourists. With its three prominent hills representing the three guardian deities, this valley is said to have been named by Guru Padma Sambava himself—HAA means "mystical”. Stroll around the small and beautiful township of Haa. After lunch drive to the Chelela pass at 3988m en route to Paro. Weather allowing, from the pass you will have panoramic views of the two valleys of Paro & Haa and of course, the beautiful Himalayan ranges of Bhutan. You will have the most scenic view of Mt. Jumolhari. Overnight at hotel in Paro.

Druk Air generally departs in the early morning to avoid adverse weather conditions. Therefore, after having breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport depending on the flight schedule.