7N 8D: Drive-In & Drive-Out Itinerary1N Phuentsoling, 2N Thimpu,1N Punakha, 2N Paro, 1N Phuentsoling Bhutan

7N 8D: Drive-In & Drive-Out Itinerary 1N Phuentsoling, 2N Thimpu,1N Punakha, 2N Paro, 1N Phuentsoling

Itinerary

Day 1: NJP Train Station / IXB Airport – Phuentsholing

(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.) Meet and Greet on arrival at NJP Train Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing. It is a thriving commercial centre on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel.Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
Day 2: Phuentsholing – Thimphu

(Distance: 176 kms. / Driving Time: 6 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2248 mts.) After breakfast complete the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of hutan. On the way we will drive to visit Sangye Migyur Ling Lhakhang, also known as the Milarepa Tower. En-route stop to see the 8 types of stupas located at Gedu which is known as Eight Dharma Kaya Stupa nd later stop at at famous Roadside Waterfall, a popular, easily accessible spot for photos and a quick break, located in the Chukha area. Before reaching Thimphu, we will pass through Chuzum gate, a beautiful spot with three stupas where three rivers meet. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Day 3: Thimphu Sightseeing

After breakfast visit outer view Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue), Hindu Temple, Outer view of National Memorial Chorten (Monument) and Simply Bhutan. Afternoon visit Nunnery, Takin Preserve Center, National Library, Centenary Farmer Market (Handicraft product and Local product can be Found here. Craft Bazar for shopping can be seen here. In the evening the Tashichhoe Dzong Outer view (Fortress of the Glorious Religion). Overnight stay at Thimphu
Day 4: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue Sightseeing

(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1200 mts.) After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, on the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.), during clear days you will get a chance to see Himalayan mountain ranges of Bhutan. After noon visit Punakha Dzong built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. For many years until the time of the second king, it served as the seat of the Government. The Dzong was named PungthangDechenPhodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of monastic body. After that take a short hike to visit the Chimi Lhakang is also known as temple of fertility and on way back vist Suspension bridge, Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Punakha.
Day 05: Paro Sightseeing

After breakfast drive to Paro and on the way visit near river side and, Airport View, Ta Dzong – National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangka. RinpungDzong Meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels, Visit Muesume of Lights (To display the country’s journey before the arrival of electricity and the present)" Evening Leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.
Day 6: Paro Sightseeing

After breakfast visit Taktsang Monastery - called “Tiger's Nest” and later if time permits visit Drukgyel Dzong. Overnight stay will be at Paro Or After breakfast drive to Sangchen Chokor Monastery for Paro valley view and temple. Back to Paro. And Evening Try Bhutanese Traditional Dress and Shopping at Town. Overnight stay at Paro.
Day 07: Paro – Phuentsholing

(Distance: 141 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.) After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Phuentsholing. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
Day 8: Phuentsholing – NJP Train Station / IXB Airport

(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of NJP/IXB: 89 mts.) After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to NJP Train Station / IXBAirport for departure