Bhutan Bangladesh and Myanmar Tour

You will fly to the Paro airport through any of the intermediate terminals above today. After arriving at the airport, our representative/guide from Asia Experiences will approach you with a placard. With a formal introduction, we will take a cab to your hotel in Thimphu from the airport. The guide will provide you a brief introduction about this tour on the way to Thimphu.

Halfway to the Paro-Thimphu highway, visit the 16^th-century old Tachogang Lhakhang temple by traversing an old bridge. From the bridge, enjoy the scenic views of the villages. Tachogang temple means the hill of the excellent horse. Continue to drive to Thimphu. After reaching the hotel, you can rest for a while and head for a walk around it. Explore some amazing places like Great Buddha Dordenma Statue, Thimphu dzong, Late King's Memorial Chorten, Bhutan Postal Museum, Folk Heritage Museum, and Takin Zoo. You can also attend the evening markets here today. Overnight at Thimphu.

We will drive to Punakha after breakfast today. On the way, we will stop at the Dochu La Pass at 3,100 meters. From this pass, we can enjoy a fantastic view of the Himalayan range centered by Gangkhar Puensum (7,570 m: highest in Bhutan). The Druk Wangyal Chortens lies in the pass which was made in honor of war soldiers of Bhutan. From here we will make brief stops at the temple of divine madman, and the temple of fertility before reaching Punakha. We will visit the famous Punakha Dzong here on the banks of Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers and spend some time in this magnificent Dzong. Not so far from the dzong is Bhutan's oldest Punakha Suspension Bridge. Enjoy the views from the bridge. We will then take a return drive to Thimphu besides the hills and rice fields and rest for the day. Overnight at Thimphu.

We will take a short drive to Paro after breakfast and start our hike to the Tiger's Lair, Taktsang Monastery. The main highlight of Bhutan, this monastery is a beautiful place to be with magnificent landscape views of the surrounding regions. Located at the sharp face of a high hill, the hike to it is certainly not easy. However, with our experienced guides, you will be assured of the safest route to it. Many legends are presented at this monastery with some claiming that one of the great Guru Rinpoche meditated in the caves of this monastery. After spending some time here, we will return to Paro. Then, have lunch and explore around Paro Rinpung Dzong, the National Museum of Bhutan, and the old & sacred temple Kyichu Lhakhang. Overnight at Paro.

You will take a flight after breakfast, leaving Bhutan to your next destination as Dhaka. After landing in Dhaka, you will meet our representative from Asia experiences. From the airport, he/she will transfer you to your hotel. Taking the time you have in the account, you can visit some of the significant places near Dhaka today. The colorful flower market, the Parliament House, Lalbagh Fort, the temple of Dakeshwari, Pink Palace (Ahsan Manzil), and Dhaka University are few places you can visit today. In the evening, try some Bengali style dinner in the local restaurants and rest for the day here. Overnight at Dhaka.

Drive to Bogura after breakfast. Proceed sightseeing the astonishing and oldest archeological site, Mahasthangarh. It features a Citadel surrounded by ancient buildings and temples. Also, explore the nearby Govinda Bhita Hindu Temple. From there, head to another prominent archeological site, Gokul Medh or the Behula Lakshindar Bashor Ghor. Visit an ancient Buddhist heritage site Basu Bihar which displays centuries old art and architecture. Return to Rajshahi for an overnight stay.

After having a traditional Bengali breakfast , drive to Paharpur for sightseeing. Stop halfway and visit the stunning Kusumba Mosque popular for its 14^th to the 16^th century stone-carved architecture. Visit Somapura Mahavihara, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Witness centuries-old ancient statues, inscriptions, coins, ceramics, and terracotta plaques. Don't miss an excursion to tribal village and immerse yourself in the local lifestyle and culture. Return to Rajshahi for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, visit the country's oldest Varendra Research Museum. Learn about Bengal's heritage through an extensive collection spans archaeology, anthropology, history, and art. Then, visit a splendid Hindu Puthia Temple complex famous for its impressive wood and stone carvings. Also, explore the Bagha Mosque which is one of the prominent archaeological site. The attractive terracotta ornamentation, single dome, and corner towers represents early Islamic architecture. Complete the tour and drive back to Dhaka for an overnight stay.

We will leave Bangladesh and head towards Myanmar today. After landing in Yangon, our representative will take you to your hotel with a brief introduction and tips about the trip on the way. After some rest, you will head for a tour of Yangon city. With over 4,500 pagodas in the country, you will visit some of the major ones here in Yangon. Starting from the Sule Pagoda, you will visit the Bitahtaung and Chauk Htat Kyi pagodas next in the city. Towards the evening we will head towards the most popular and beautiful of all, the Shwedagon Pagoda and enjoy the sunset from its premises. Overnight at Yangon.

We will start the day with a short flight to Bagan, the ancient capital of Burma. The city of Bagan is one of the most authentic places to explore the History, art, and architecture of Myanmar over some time. Bagan is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over the plains of thick forests and pagodas touching the horizon, we will make our way to the best ones of Bagan. The Shwezigon Pagoda, Gu Byauk Ki temples, and Kyansittha U Min are the sites to explore in the city.

We will head towards the Nyaung U market and try some local delicacies viewing the local lifestyle. Tayoke Pyay Temple, Nandamanya Temple, Payathonzu Temple, Lemyethna Temple, and Dhammayazika Pagoda are some other places to visit here in Bagan. In the evening, we can take a short tour of Minnanthu village and return to the hotel. Overnight at Bagan.

In the morning, take a short hike to sacred Mount Popa which lies at an elevation of 1,518 m. This holy pilgrimage site is the home of the Nat Spirits. From the top, get rewarded by the panoramic views of the ancient city of Bagan and the conical peak of Taung Ma-Gyi. Return to Bagan.

Continue Bagan sightseeing with a visit to remarkable sites such as the Bagan Archaeological Museum, Gawdawpalin Temple, Htilominlo Temple, Sulamani Temple, and Thatbyinnyu Temple. Later, stroll around the market for shopping or tours to the local food stalls. Overnight at Bagan.

(Optional: Hot Air Balloon ride for interested visitors during the season.)

Fly back to Yangon and if time permits commence Yangon sightseeing before final departure. Visit incredible landmarks such as Yangon Heritage Trust, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Yangon National Museum, and Bogyoke Aung San Market. As your scheduled flight, we will drive you to Yangon International Airport. Return with incredible experiences of the Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar vacation with Asia experiences.