Arrival in Dhaka — and the unforgettable introduction to the Bengali New Year begins! Transfer and check-in at the hotel.

After lunch, we will visit the National Museum and explore the University area. Dhaka University is the oldest and largest institution of higher education and research in the Indian subcontinent. Next, we will see the National Parliament Building.

Return to the hotel. Dinner.

Overnight in Dhaka.

Today is Bengali New Year, Pohela Boishakh. The festival begins at sunrise when people gather under the banyan tree in the middle of Ramna Park. People wear festive clothes: men dress in panjabi (traditional Bengali men’s attire), and women wear bright saris and decorate their hair with flowers. People greet each other with the words “Shubho Nabobarsho,” which means “Happy New Year.”

A vibrant and colorful parade, Mangal Shovajatra, takes place in the morning.

We will have a full day to enjoy the colorful festival in Ramna Park, Dhaka University, and the Dhanmondi area.

Overnight in Dhaka.

Today we will explore the Dhamrai area, located about 50 km from the capital city Dhaka. We’ll start the day by visiting the beautifully decorated house and the factory of the famous brass artisan Sukanta Banik. He is a fifth-generation craftsman of the Banik family and a key figure in preserving Dhamrai’s metal craft heritage.

Next, we’ll head to Charak Mela, the main attraction of the day. Charak Puja is an annual Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, celebrated on Chaitra Sankranti (the last day of the Bengali month of Chaitra). During this festival, devotees perform penance and seek Lord Shiva’s blessings by enduring physical hardships.

Return to Dhaka in the evening and overnight stay.

Have breakfast and leave the hotel around 08:00–08:30. Today we will explore the old part of the city and visit Sadarghat — one of the most dynamic places in Dhaka and one of the largest river ports in the world. Northbrook Hall, Ahsan Manzil (the Pink Palace), Star Mosque, Mughal Fort, and Dhakeshwari Temple are on the program.

The guide will offer you a rickshaw ride through the narrow streets of the old city to Armanitola.

Overnight stay in Dhaka.

This day will leave a storm of emotions and be remembered forever. According to the plan, we have a photo tour with a professional photographer through the most interesting places in the capital! We will start in the coal loading area near the river. This location offers strong documentary shots and powerful human stories. Next, we will visit plastic recycling factories, where you will see women sorting and recycling plastic bottles, as well as how these materials are processed for reuse. After that, we will head to the Buriganga River, and then to a workshop for making brass/copper plates.

From the floating market area, we will cross the river by boat and visit a traditional metal workshop, and finally — the shipyard district. On the way to the shipyard, we will also see open-air barbers on the roadside, cutting hair under the sky with mirrors — a truly unique street scene in Dhaka.

We will start this day with a trip to Rupshi to visit the Jamdani weaving village. Then we will drive to Sonargaon and visit Panam Nagar, the Folk Art Museum, and Boro Sardar Bari.
After lunch, we will enjoy a cruise on the Shitalakhya River and visit a nearby village.
In the evening, we return to Dhaka for an overnight stay, as tomorrow Bhutan will welcome us.

Early in the morning — transfer to Dhaka airport and flight to Paro (Bhutan).

Upon arrival in Bhutan, we will head to Thimphu and visit the famous Tachog Lhakhang Bridge (the oldest bridge in Bhutan).

Hotel check-in and continue exploring Bhutan. We will see the Buddha Dordenma Statue (Buddha Point) and Simply Bhutan (Living Museum): a unique project where you will experience national attire (Gho and Kira) and traditional Bhutanese dances. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Today we continue exploring Thimphu: the National Memorial Chorten, the National Library, the Royal Academy and Textile Museum, and Tashichho Dzong (“Fortress of the Glorious Religion,” 1641) — a Buddhist monastery located on the northern edge of Thimphu, which houses the throne room and serves as the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan).
Overnight stay in Thimphu.

After an early breakfast, we will head towards Punakha via the famous Dochula Pass — making a short stop to enjoy the breathtaking views.

Upon arrival in Punakha and after a brief rest, we will visit the main highlights of the day: Chimi Lhakhang (the Temple of Fertility), built by Lama Drukpa Kunley, and Punakha Dzong.

And remember: while traveling through Bhutan, mystical surprises always await you!

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Today’s transfer will be short. After breakfast, we will head to the “Beautiful Phobjikha Valley.”

On the way, we will stop to see Wangdue Phodrang Dzong (from the outside). Built in 1613, this architectural masterpiece was tragically destroyed by fire in 2011 and is still under reconstruction.

Next, we will visit Gangtey Gompa Monastery.

In your free time, you can explore the Phobjikha Valley — some travelers come to Bhutan just to see the rare black-necked cranes, as they are hard to find elsewhere.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Today we continue exploring the sights of Paro. After breakfast, we will visit Ta Dzong, which now serves as the National Museum, housing religious relics, traditional arts and crafts that reflect Bhutan’s historical, cultural, and spiritual heritage.

Below the museum lies Rinpung Dzong.

In the evening, we return to Paro for dinner and overnight stay.