Arrive in Paro and transfer to your hotel. After some rest and refreshments, we’ll begin with a cultural sightseeing tour, including visits to Paro Dzong and the National Museum.

In the evening, enjoy birding along the Paro River and explore small wetland areas in search of the Ibisbill and Black-tailed Crake.

Early in the morning, embark on a drive to the cool and picturesque alpine meadows of Chele La Pass (3,890m). Here, you will aim to spot three distinct species of pheasants while soaking in the breathtaking views of Bhutan’s second-highest mountain. In the evening, enjoy free time to explore downtown Paro at your leisure.

Today, board on a memorable hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery, also known as Paro Taktsang, perched dramatically on a cliff at an elevation of 3,120 meters. In the evening, transfer to Thimphu.

After breakfast, drive north of Thimphu and hike to Cheri Monastery, one of the oldest in the country. Along the trail, enjoy birding opportunities and, with some luck, spot goral mountain goats near the temple. In the afternoon, explore cultural sites in Thimphu.

Start the day with an early morning drive to Dochula Pass for a birding session amidst stunning mountain views. Descend to Lamperi Botanical Garden for a nature hike, where you can observe vibrant birdlife and various rhododendron species. Continue onward to Punakha, concluding the day with a visit to the magnificent Punakha Dzong.

Spend the day occupied in nature inside Jigme Dorji National Park. Enjoy birding and explore the park’s diverse ecosystem, including butterflies, orchids, and unique plant life, guided by an expert.

Start the day with an early morning drive to Phobjikha Valley, stopping at Nobding along the way for birding opportunities. Upon reaching Gangtey, visit the historic Gangtey Gompa Monastery. Later, enjoy a nature hike offering breathtaking views of the entire valley.

Begin the day with early morning birding along the old Pele La road, seeking high-altitude species such as pheasants, rosefinches, and redstarts. Continue to Trongsa and visit the historic Ta Dzong, now a fascinating museum. Spend your free time exploring the charming Trongsa town.

Our journey to Tingitbe takes us through picturesque settlements surrounded by scenic rice fields, offering ample opportunities for birding across diverse habitats. In the evening, enjoy birding in and around Tingitbe.

Spend the day in birding and wildlife exploration along the Tingtibe–Gomphu road. This area offers excellent chances to spot two magnificent hornbill species: the Great Hornbill and the Rufous-necked Hornbill. As bird activity slows, your guide will introduce you to other fascinating pursuits, such as observing a variety of butterflies. Keep an eye out for the near-endemic Golden Langur, commonly seen in this region.

Today, journey to Buli Village, a traditional and remote settlement. In Buli, visit the sacred lake known as Buli Tsho. The drive traverses lush broadleaf forests, rich in birdlife, with opportunities to spot hornbills, the Golden Langur, and possibly the elusive and sought-after Beautiful Nuthatch.

Today is primarily a travel day, but we’ll make plenty of stops along the route to enjoy any interesting sightings and capture the stunning landscapes that unfold.

Early in the morning, board on an expedition to a mountain monastery to observe the Himalayan Monal, which visits the area near the monk’s quarters to feed during the early morning and evening hours. Spend the rest of the day enjoying the lively Domkhar Festival. In the evening, drive to Jakar Valley.

After a leisurely breakfast, board on a walking tour of Jakar Valley, visiting ancient monasteries such as Jakar Dzong, Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey, and Tamshing. Enjoy a short excursion to Mebar Tsho, the burning lake, and stop by a local homestay to experience traditional alcoholic drinks and local cuisine.

Today, we begin early to increase our chances of spotting the Himalayan Monal, Blood Pheasant, and Satyr Tragopan, which are often seen feeding along the roadside. Enjoy birding along the way, and keep an eye out for the rare Red Panda, as sightings are possible in this area. As evening falls, listen for the call of the Himalayan Owl, with a high likelihood of encountering them at night.

In the morning, we’ll take a short excursion back to the base of Phrumsengla Pass for another opportunity to spot the elusive Red Panda and other key species we may have missed earlier. Continue our journey to Yongkala, passing through some of the most scenic stretches, with stunning views of mountain after mountain, and the chance to see the country’s largest waterfall along the way.

Spend two full days in this extraordinary habitat, renowned as one of the finest birding sites in Asia. In addition to spotting numerous exotic bird species, there is a high chance of encountering elusive brown-skulkers, along with a variety of moths and butterflies.

After a final morning in this exceptional habitat, we’ll make our way to Trashigang, passing through Mongar, the largest town in eastern Bhutan, and Korila Pass. Here, we’ll have time to enjoy the natural surroundings, including birdlife and trees draped with lichen. Continue our journey to Trashigang.

After an early breakfast, we’ll depart for Samdrup Jongkhar, passing through Kanglung, home to Bhutan’s oldest university. In Khaling, we’ll visit the traditional weaving center before continuing to the border town of Samdrup Jongkhar. In the evening, we’ll birdwatch around Samdrup Jongkhar, focusing on lowland species we haven’t encountered yet.

After breakfast, we will escort you to the Bhutan Immigration for departure formalities, followed by Indian immigration entry procedures at the border. Then, we will drive through the plains of India to Guwahati Airport.