[{"title":"Day 1: Paro - Thimphu","name":"Paro - Thimphu","description":"Welcome to Paro International Airport! You will be greeted by your guide at the arrival gate and transferred by private vehicle to Thimphu, Bhutan’s Capital city. Along the way, stop at the Tachogang Lhakhang temple which was founded by Thankthong Gyelpo, a man who is revered in Tibetan and Bhutanese culture, and see some of his belongings inside this sacred place. After visiting the temple, continue to Thimphu and check into your hotel where you’ll have time to freshen up before joining your leader for an orientation walk to get acquainted with Thimphu’s highlights. Tonight, head off with your leader and group for an included welcome dinner at a local restaurant and learn about the rich history of Bhutanese cuisine as you tuck into a traditional feast, including seasonal vegetables and the country’s signature dish – red rice with a tasty chili cheese. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Tachogang Lhakhang temple visit</description><br/>-<description>Thimphu exploratory evening walk</description>","lat":"27.433333","lng":"89.416667"},{"title":"Day 2: Thimphu","name":"Thimphu","description":"\nAfter breakfast, embark on the Buddha Point Park Hike which will start from Debsi towards Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang) home to the country’s largest Buddha statue. The Buddha Dordenma is located atop a hill in Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park and overlooks the Southern entrance to Thimphu Valley. Hikers can enjoy the panoramic view of the Thimphu Valley and enjoy the hike amidst fluttering colorful prayer flags and the beautiful sky while heading up the hill.\n\nAfter visiting Buddha Point, you will continue the hike inside the park to Changangkha. After lunch, visit the Institute for Zorig Chusum, more commonly known as the Arts & Crafts School or Painting School, where you can watch students learning traditional artistic skills. At the National Library, you’ll see printing blocks for prayer flags and many beautiful archaic texts. <br/><br/>Included Activities:<br/>-<description>Thimphu - Institute for Zorig Chusum</description><br/>-<description>Thimphu - National Library</description><br/>-<description>Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang) walk</description>","lat":"27.44261","lng":"89.667328"}]