Where you stay
5 nights in 3 cities, 2 rooms. Similar hotels may be used if one is full.
What's included
- Accommodation
- Pickup and drop
- Meals
Trip details
Day by day
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Day 1 Thimphu
IXB/ NJP - Phuentsholing - Thimphu
• Arrive at Bagdogra Airport(IXB) or NJP Railway Station.
• Drive to Phuentsholing (3-4hrs),Bhutan’s bordertown.
• Complete immigration& entry permits at the border.
• Continue up hill to Thimphu(5–6hrs).
• Check- in at your hotel.
• Evening at leisure :stroll around Clock Tower Square or relax at the hotel.
Overnight: Thimphu -
Day 2 Thimphu
Day Excursion to Punakha from Thimphu
(Approx. 75 km | 2.5 hrs one way)
Breakfast at hotel (Thimphu), Start early and drive to Punakha.
• Depart for Punakha
• Stop at Dochula Pass (photo stop)
• Visit Punakha Dzong
• Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge
• visit to Chimi Lhakhang
• Drive back to Thimphu
Overnight : Thimphu -
Day 3 Paro
Thimphu Sightseeing and Transfer to Paro
(Approx. 50 km | 1.5 hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel Visit :
National Memorial Chorten, a revered stupa and spiritual center in Thimphu.
• Buddha Dordenma Statue, the giant golden Buddha overlooking the valley.
• Royal Takin Preserve to see Bhutan’s national animal.
• Simply Bhutan Museum for an interactive cultural experience (traditional dress, crafts, and archery).
. Folk Heritage Museum to learn about traditional rural Bhutanese life.
• Tashichho Dzong (Thimphu Dzong), the seat of government and monastic body.
Drive to Paro, On arrival, check in to your hotel.
Overnight : Paro -
Day 4 Paro
Paro - Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang)
After breakfast, embark on a half-day hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang) perched dramatically on a cliff. This sacred site offers stunning spiritual energy and panoramic views. Horses are available for hire if needed.
After the trek, relax with an optional traditional hot stone bath.
En route , visit the Drukgyel Dzong , an ancient fortress and former defense outpost, the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred temples in Bhutan on your return.
Overnight : Paro. -
Day 5 Phuentsholing
Paro Sightseeing and Transfer to Phuentsholing
After breakfast, Spend the morning visiting
• Rinpung Dzong, a magnificent fortress with elaborate Bhutanese architecture.
• National Museum (Ta Dzong) optional if time permits.
After sightseeing, drive back to Phuentsholing (approx. 148 km, 4.5 hours).
Check into your hotel and enjoy a calm evening in the border town.
Overnight : Phuentsholing. -
Day 6
Drive from Phuentsholing to IXB/NJP.
(Approx. 170 km | 3–4hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive back to Bagdogra Airport/NJP through scenic North Bengal landscapes. Arrive by late afternoon or evening for onward travel, carrying unforgettable memories of Bhutan.
