A visit to Bhutan can easily be combined with a longer trip to neighboring Himalayan countries, and this offers a perfect quick introduction to the country. During this journey, guests will spend two nights at the Taj Tashi, a deluxe hotel in Bhutan's charming capital city, and two nights at the luxurious Uma Paro. Private touring highlights the most important religious monuments of this mountain kingdom, including Takstang Monastery, which clings precipitously to the cliffside, and Simthoka Dzong, which now houses a school of religious and classical studies. Other notable highlights in Paro include a trip to Ta Dzong, a circular fortress originally constructed as a watchtower, and Rimpung Dzong, which houses a precious thangka (scroll) that is a national treasure. Also learn about Bhutan's cultural history with visits to the Drubthob Gompa Nunnery, the School of Arts and Crafts, and the National Institute of Traditional Medicine. Finally, we have arranged a few experiences to introduce you to some locals, including a visit with a farmer who can tell you more about the lives of local Bhutanese.