Majestic Lens Expeditions

Upon arrival at Paro airport, meet your guide and driver. En route to Thimphu, stop at Tamchog Monastery, a 15th-century landmark built by Thang Tong Gyalpo.

Afternoon:

• Visit the Memorial Chorten, built in honor of the Third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
• Explore the Buddha Dordenma, the world’s tallest sitting Buddha statue (51.5m), a highlight of the Bhutan photography tour.
• Browse the Craft Bazaar for local handicrafts.

Evening:

• Visit Tashichho Dzong, the royal secretariat, known for its stunning architecture.

Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu.

Morning:

• Hike to Cheri Monastery, where Shabdrung spent years in retreat.

Afternoon:

• Visit the School of 13 Traditional Arts & Crafts and Changangkha Monastery.
• Explore the Weekend Market and the Takin Preserve, home to Bhutan’s national animal.

Evening:

• Free time for street photography in Thimphu.

Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu.

Morning:

• Drive to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan.
• Stop at Dochu La Pass (3140m) for breathtaking panoramic views.
• Visit Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility temple built in 1499 by the Divine Madman.

Afternoon:

• Explore the Punakha Dzong, built in 1637 at the confluence of the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers.
• Hike to Khamsum Yulley Monastery, built for His Majesty’s long life and world peace.

Overnight: Hotel in Punakha.

Morning:

• Drive to Gangtey with a stop at Wangdue Phodrang Dzong, built in 1638.

Afternoon:

• Visit Gangtey Monastery, founded in 1613.
• Explore the Crane Information Center and photograph the Phobjikha Valley, winter home of the rare black-necked cranes.

Overnight: Hotel in Gangtey.

Morning:

• Scenic drive back to Thimphu, stopping for landscape photography along the way.

Afternoon:

• Visit Simply Bhutan Museum for cultural experiences, wine tasting, and folk museum exploration.
• Witness an archery match at Changlimithang Stadium.

Evening:

• Free time for street photography in Thimphu.

Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu.

Morning:

• Drive to Paro and visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of Bhutan.
• Explore Rinpung Dzong, famous for hosting the annual Paro Festival.

Afternoon:

• Excursion to Chele La Pass (3988m), Bhutan’s highest motorable pass, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Jomolhari.
• Visit Kila Gompa Nunnery, dramatically perched on a cliffside, a hidden gem for photography.

Overnight: Hotel in Paro.

Morning:

• Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Bhutan’s most iconic site. Guru Rinpoche is believed to have flown here on a flying tigress.

Afternoon:

• Visit Drugyel Dzong, built in 1647.
• Explore Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples, built in 659 AD.

Evening:

• Free time for shopping and photography in Paro town.

Overnight: Hotel in Paro.

Morning:

• Transfer to the airport for your onward journey. End of Bhutan Photography Tour.