Kolkata. Transfer to airport for your flight to Paro. The flight into Bhutan takes you over the great Himalayas, offering the scintillating scenery of the world’s highest glacial peaks. As you enter Paro valley, you will see the silvery Pa Chu (Paro River) meandering down the valley, the Paro Dzong (fortress) and Ta Dzong (watch tower). Transfer to Thimphu, the modern capital town of Bhutan. Nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan has for centuries remained cautiously aloof from the rest of the world. Opening its doors to the world in 1974, Bhutan’s pristine environment, awesome scenery, architectural brilliance and the hospitable charm of the local people was revealed to travellers hungry for new experiences. Overnight - Thimphu (D)

Today’s full day of sightseeing in Thimphu valley includes the National Library which has a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts, manuscripts, modern academic books and printing blocks for prayer flags and the Thimpu Painting School, famous for traditional thangkha paintings. The Traditional Medicine Institute is where the rich herbal medicines abundant in Kingdom are prepared here. The institute also imparts the art of herbal medicines to would be practitioners. Memorial Chorten is the beautiful stupa built in the memory of Bhutan’s third King. The paintings and statues inside the monument provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy. Trashichhodzong, the beautiful fortress/monastery which houses Secretariate building, King’s Throne room and other government’s offices, is also the summer residence of Chief Abbot. To see a wide assortment of beautifully hand-woven and crafted products, visit the Handicrafts Emporium. Overnight - Thimphu (B, L, D)

Thimphu - Trongsa. After early breakfast, drive to Dochula pass (3,080m), to see a range of high Himalayan peaks towards the north east on a clear day - Masagang (7,158m), Tsendagang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m), Jejegangphugang (7,158m), Kangphugang (7,170 m), Zongphugang (7,060m), a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana and Gangkar Punsum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7,497m. Continue to Wangduephodrang town with a descent of 1,700 metres and then on to Trongsa across Pelela pass (3,300m), the traditional boundry between east and west. The pass is marked by a large prayer flag and the ground is covered with high altitude dwarf bamboo. Stop enroute at Chendbji Chorten, which was built in 18th century by a Lama named Shida, Nepalese in style with eyes painted at four cardinal points. Overnight - Trongsa (B, L, D)

Trongsa - Punakha. After breakfast walk by Trongsa Dzong built by Shabdrng in 1647 and visit the Ta Dzong (watch tower), dedicated to Buddhist epic hero, King Gesar of Ling. Continue to Punakha en route visiting 17th century majestic Wangdue Dzong followed by visit to local market. The district of Wangduephodrang is also famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings. Overnight - Punakha (B, L, D)

Punakha - Paro. Morning visit Punakha Dzong, a massive structure built at the junction of two rivers. It was the capital of Bhutan until 1955, and still serves as the winter residence of the monk body. The first King, Ugyen Wangchuck was crowned here in 1907. The fortress has withstood several damages from fire, earthquake and flood. The latest flood of October 1994 caused great damages to the fortress but miraculously spared the statue of Buddha Jojampa. Proceed to Paro, en route visit traditional Bhutanese farm house which offers good insight into lifestyle of local people and their culture. Overnight - Paro (B, L, D)

Today’s full day sightseeing in Paro valley includes a visit to Ta Dzong, the National Museum, which in the past served as watch tower for the Paro Dzong. Then walk down the trail to visit Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong) built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. After lunch continue on to Drukgeyl Dzong, built in 1647 by the Shabdrung to commemorate Bhutanese victory over the Tibetans in war of 1644. Also en route visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one the oldest and most sacred shrines of the Kingdom. Overnight - Paro (B, L, D)

Paro - Kolkata. After breakfast drive to the airport for return flight to Kolkata. Our tour concludes upon arrival to Kolkata. From here,connect with your onward international flight. (B)