You'll be received by our guide and the driver and then visit the National Museum of Bhutan to get insights into the history and culture of Bhutan. Opens at 9:00 am and is closed on public holidays. We then drive to the capital city Thimphu, home to approximately 115,000 residents and the centre of commerce, religion and government in the country. On arrival in Thimphu, you'll visit Buddha Dordhenma Statue located on the hilltop overlooking the Thimphu valley; National Institute of Zorig Chusum where the 13 Traditional Arts & Crafts of Bhutan are taught. Located nearby is the National Library & Archives, a national treasure and fundamental source of Bhutanese history, religion, medicine, arts & culture. Opens during weekdays and on Saturdays 10 am - 12 pm. Distance from Paro to Thimphu 55 km | Time 1.5 hours | Paro Altitude 2,195m/7,200ft | Thimphu Altitude 2,334m/7,655ft