Morning

Begins with your arrival at Paro International Airport, where you will be warmly greeted with a traditional white khadar (silk scarf), setting a tone of Bhutanese warmth.

Afternoon

The features a scenic drive to the capital, Thimphu, following the meandering Pa Chhu river.

Evening

You will take a gentle, grounding walk through the majestic Tashichho Dzong as it is bathed in the golden hour light, concluding with an overnight stay in a boutique heritage hotel.

Morning

Your day starts with a serene meditation session led by a local monk, followed by a visit to the monumental Buddha Dordenma to take in the vast panoramic views of the valley.

Afternoon

Exploring Bhutanese craftsmanship with visits to the Folk Heritage Museum and the vibrant Handicrafts Emporium.

Evening

You can take a peaceful stroll along the Wang Chhu riverside, mindfully turning the rows of prayer wheels.

Morning

The morning is marked by a scenic and exhilarating drive from Thimphu to Punakha, crossing the Dochula Pass, which offers breathtaking Himalayan views and is adorned with 108 memorial chortens.

Afternoon

A gentle hike through picturesque rice fields leads you to the sacred Chimi Lhakhang, also known as the Fertility Temple.

Evening

The evening is spent soaking in the tranquility by the magnificent Punakha Dzong, often referred to as the “Palace of Great Happiness.

Morning

Transfer to Trongsa (6 hrs). Drive via the bustling market town of Wangduephodrang. Drive up a winding mountain road through oak and rhododendron forests and over the Pele La pass (3,420m) on the Black Mountain range towards Trongsa. This pass is traditionally considered the boundary between western and central Bhutan. Further down the road stop to visit beautiful Chendebji Chorten. It is built in a style unusual for Bhutan, with painted eyes facing the four directions. The imposing Trongsa Dzong can be viewed across a deep canyon to signal your approach to the town around a curving road. Afterwards, proceed to Bumthang (2.5 hrs), one the most spectacular valleys in Bhutan and also the spiritual and historical heartland of the country. The road winds steeply up to Yo Yutung La Pass (3,400m) before descending down through dense coniferous forest to Chummey valley. From here it is about an hour to Jakar, Bumthang’s main township. Bumthang is home to some of Bhutan’s oldest Palaces, Buddhist temples and monasteries. The valley’s barley fields, apple groves and meadows lay below huge hills which climb up towards the Himalayan mountain wall separating Bhutan from Tibet. The beautiful architecture unique to Bhutan is evident in the many large farmhouses and temples. Bumthang is associated with Guru Rimpoche (Padmasambhava) and with Terton Pemalingpa.

Evening

Check-in hotel, and quiet hillside nunnery.

Morning

Enjoy a day of sightseeing in Bumthang beginning with Jampey Lhakhang, one of 108 temples built by the Tibetan King Songtsen in the 7th Century. It was here that Guru Rimpoche conducted his first sermon on Tantric Buddhism for his host King Sendha, the local ruler, his family and subjects. Continue on to Kurjey Lhakhang, famous for a rock within one of the temples that features a body imprint of the great master Guru Rimpoche.

Afternoon

The big cypress tree in the temple grounds is believed to be the walking stick of Guru Rimpoche. Afterwards visit Tamshing Lhakhang, the seat of Bumthang’s famous son, saint Pema Lingpa. He built it himself in 1501. A skilled tantric master and artist, he sculpted the main statues and painted the frescoes, some of Bhutan’s oldest which can still be seen even today, mostly in their original state. There is also a chain mail made by Pema Lingpa that devotees carry and circumambulate the inner sanctum to cleanse sins. Overnight at your hotel in Bumthang.

Morning

Start early today for Gangtey, about 6 hrs from Bumthang. Farmhouses and temples dot the landscape and you will see local farmers wearing the traditional woven bamboo hats of central Bhutan. The wide and picturesque Phobjikha valley is one of Bhutan’s few glacial valleys, and chosen winter home of black necked cranes (November – March) migrating from the Tibetan plateau. We then continue our drive towards Gangtey valley, a serene and beautiful valley surrounded by shrubs and baby bamboos, Gangtey valley is famous for its nestling grounds for the endangered Black Necked Crane.

Afternoon

Towards the evening hours, we take a dip in ‘Dotso’ herbal healing bath at a nearby tavern and enjoy herbal nourished waters which is believed to heal one from diseases and illnesses. The bath is prepared using stones burned in fire and the water boiled with herbs up to 20 varieties with medicinal properties.

Evening

The evening is dedicated to a quiet walk through the pine forests leading into the open valley, the winter home of the rare black-necked cranes.

Morning

The morning starts with an immersive nature hike along the peaceful Gangtey Nature Trail, allowing for deep appreciation of the valley's stillness.

Afternoon

It lefts entirely at your leisure for personal time, whether for journaling, photography, quiet reflection, or experiencing the warmth of Bhutanese hospitality with an optional farmhouse stay.

Evening

The evening provides a memorable experience with a cozy bonfire under the stunning clarity of the valley’s starry sky.

Morning

Early morning, we pay visit to Gangtey Goenpa monastery to experience and meditation on the lawns of this special monastery whos history dates back to 7th century. The monastery is believed to posses sacred relics and religious texts from ancient masters that has been preserved at the monastery and visit Semtokha Dzong.

Afternoon

Continue Journey to Paro and En-route- view Tachogang monastery “temple of excellent horse” built by Thangthong Gyalpo“ the (Iron chain builder in Bhutan and visit the Iron Chain Bridge which is one of the most visible ancient craft work in the middle Ages.) after reaching to Chunzom Overnight hotel in Paro.

Evening

The evening offers a deeply relaxing and traditional Bhutanese experience with a cleansing and rejuvenating hot stone bath.

Morning

The final day’s journey begins in the early morning with the sacred and essential hike to the legendary Taktsang Monastery, or Tiger’s Nest, a truly awe-inspiring culmination of the spiritual journey.

Afternoon

Spent soaking in the views of cliffside temples and forests adorned with countless prayer flags before descending.

Evening

The evening concludes the "Serenity Journey" with a special farewell dinner, complete with Bhutanese cultural dance and music.

Morning

Drive to Haa through Chele La (3,988 m). From the pass, you can see Paro valley on one side and then Haa valley on the other. You can also have a picnic at Chele La if you like to.

Afternoon

In Haa, some sightseeing and then going to katsho village and visiting the Katso Lhakhang. Drive back to Paro and overnight in Paro.

Morning

Drive to the airport for your flight to your onward destination. We bid farewell and wish ourselves in the hope to meet again.

We hope you cherish this special trip in your life and nourish yourself with all the positive energy accumulated through the journey.