Experience one of the world's most breathtaking mountain flights as you arrive in Paro, surrounded by towering peaks. After clearing customs, a representative from Zen Eco Travel will greet you at the airport. Enjoy lunch before embarking on an afternoon tour of Paro, starting with a visit to the Ta Dzong Museum, which showcases a rich collection of religious artifacts, artworks, and handicrafts, providing insights into Bhutan’s cultural and historical heritage. Following this, explore the impressive Rimpong Dzong, home to a notable painting of Milarepa, the revered meditation master. This Dzong, historically a strategic fort, now serves as a key administrative center. After your exploration, journey to Thimphu, Bhutan's capital, located approximately 1.5 hours away along the picturesque Pachu River. Before dinner at your hotel, your guide will conduct a briefing on Bhutanese customs and etiquette. Overnight accommodations will be at a comfortable hotel in Thimphu.

Once a tranquil village nestled in a lush valley, Thimphu has evolved into the vibrant capital of Bhutan. Spend a full day sightseeing, starting with the majestic Buddha Dordenma Statue, crafted from bronze and gilded in gold. Next, visit the National Memorial Chorten, a temple rich with paintings and statues that represent Buddhist teachings, initiated by the Third King as a safeguard against modern challenges. Discover the 12th-century Changangkha Temple, the National Library, home to ancient Bhutanese scriptures, and Tashichhodzong, which houses key government offices and the central monastic body. If your visit aligns with the weekend, don’t miss a stroll through Thimphu Market, where you can find an array of local foods, including vibrant chillies, fresh cheese, and various greens, as well as traditional handicrafts. Overnight at your hotel in Thimphu.

Set off early after breakfast for Dochu-La Pass (3,100 meters) to attend the enchanting Druk Wangyal Festival, a 45-minute drive from Thimphu. Surrounded by stunning Himalayan scenery, this festival showcases Bhutanese cultural heritage, performed by the Royal Bhutan Army, a unique aspect of this celebration. The Druk Wangyal Lhakhang, constructed from 2004 to 2008 under the guidance of Her Majesty the Queen Mother, honors the Fourth King and the Armed Forces' dedication to Bhutan's security. After the festivities, visit the Royal Botanical Park at Lamperi, which serves as a biological corridor connecting two national parks. Continue your journey to Punakha and enjoy leisure time in the evening, exploring the town. Overnight at a hotel in Punakha.

Historically the ancient capital of Bhutan, Punakha is home to the stunning Punakha Dzong, known as the “Palace of Great Happiness.” Constructed in 1637 by the Shabdrung, this architectural marvel sits at the confluence of the Mo Chu and Pho Chu rivers and serves as the winter residence for the Je Khenpo and monks from Thimphu. Marvel at the intricate details of the Dzong’s main temple, with its beautifully embossed pillars made of cypress and adorned with gold and silver. After lunch, take a leisurely walk to Chimi Lhakhang, dedicated to the Divine Madman, Drukpa Kuenly, who emphasized that religion is about personal feeling rather than ordination. His temple is a pilgrimage site for couples seeking blessings for fertility. Overnight at your hotel in Punakha or Wangduephodrang

In the morning, drive to Yabesa village, where you'll hike through scenic rice fields to reach the Khamsum Yueley Namgyal Chorten, built by Her Majesty the Queen Ashi Tshering Yangdon Wangchuk. This Chorten, located on a hill overlooking the river, features paintings from the Nyingmapa tradition. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the river. Continue your journey to the historical Wangduephodrang Dzong, originally constructed in 1639 but tragically destroyed by fire in 2012 and currently under reconstruction. On your way back to Paro, stop at Semtokha Dzong, the oldest Dzong in Bhutan, built in 1627 and now serving as an institute for language and cultural studies. Upon arrival in Paro, check into your hotel. Overnight at your hotel in Paro.