Travel With Purpose Bhutan: A Quest for Happiness and Peace
Immerse yourself in the enchanting landscapes of Bhutan, interact with luminary leaders, and engage with local wisdom cultures. Learn from the Buddhist principles of compassion, mindfulness and contentment and see how they inform the approach to leadership and happiness in Bhutan. 

  Upon arrival, you will be met at the arrival gate and together we leave for Thimphu.

Stop at Tachog Lhakhang (Temple) on the way.

The valley of Thimphu is located at an altitude of about 2300 meters above sea level. It is home to the seat of his majesty the King, the government, monastic body and many institutions and businesses.

Visit the Postal Museum, Memorial Chorten (Stupa) and the Big Buddha and other sights around Thimphu.

Start your journey with a personal reflection about what makes you happy.

After breakfast visit the festival followed by Tashichho.

Each year Bhutan's 20 dzongkhags or districts hold their own annual tshechu, gathering together for a spectacular day of dancing, music, blessings and spiritual teachings, accompanied by the clash cymbals and meditative beat of drums.

If you wish to dress up in traditional Bhutanese attire, you can join the Locals who will be decked out in their finest Gho and Kira (traditional dresses of Bhutan).

After lunch visit the Takin Preserve to get up close with the national animal of Bhutan.

Take a short easy walk through the woods to Wangditse temple.

Explore Thimphu town

Drive to Phobjikha via Dochula pass. Stop for some refreshments at the cafe and walk around the 108 stupas.

At Gangtey, visit the Institute of Buddhist Studies and Gangtey Monastery, spend some quiet time at the temple and take part in reflections around happiness.

Finish the day with a leisurely walk along the Gangtey Nature Trail.

Phobjikha valley is a beautiful bowl shaped valley. It is one of the winter homes of the endangered black necked cranes in Bhutan and thus, much of the valley is a protected area.

Back towards the district of Wangduephodrang to visit Changkha, Gaselo.

We will have lunch with a Bhutanese family and spend quality time with the village elders and explore with them the concept of happiness and contentment. Walk around the village and get to know life in rural Bhutan.

We will try our hands on archery and darts at the village.

Spend time at the temple opposite to the lodge in the morning in meditation or in quiet.

We will take part in prayers and cleansing ceremonies with the monks at the monastery; Help the kitchen staff cook lunch and eat with monks.

In the afternoon head towards Punakha, about half an hour’s drive. Before reaching Punakha stop at Chimi Lhakhang, better known as the divine madman temple.

  A short hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten to start off the morning. The temple is an epitome of Bhutanese architectural craftsmanship.

Immerse in nature by River rafting on the Mo chhu river -Neuroscientists and psychologists believe that just being near wild waterways is a wellspring of happiness and relaxation-Rafting will be followed by a picnic lunch along the banks of the Mo Chhu river.

In the afternoon visit the magnificent  Punakha Dzong.

Punakha is the old capital of Bhutan and therefore is shrouded in rich history.

Drive towards Paro and cover some of the sites in Paro like the National Museum and Kichu Lhakhang, a temple dating back to the 7th century.

Free afternoon to enjoy some ME time.

  After an early breakfast, we drive north of the valley and start the hike to the Tiger’s Nest.
The stunning Tiger's Nest Monastery dates back to 1692 and the location of this temple complex, snuggled into the sheer rock face at 3120m, is breathtaking.
It serves as a symbol of spirituality, peace, and the country's rich cultural heritage.
Spend some time doing personal reflection and head back in the afternoon.

Late afternoon, walk around Paro town and do some last-minute shopping if any.

Walk over the cantilevered bridge and take in the night sight of Paro Rinpung Dzong.  

  Drive to Paro International Airport to catch your outgoing flight.

Try get a window seat on the right side of the plane to see the Himalayas if you are on the Kathmandu or Delhi route.