7 Nights / 8 Days Bhutan Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Paro / Phuentsholing – Thimphu
Option A: Arrival via Paro International Airport
- Receive at Paro Airport.
- Drive to Thimphu (65 km / 1.5 hrs).
- Stop at Tachog Lhakhang Iron Bridge en route.
- Evening leisure walk in Thimphu town.
- Overnight in Thimphu.
Option B: Arrival via Phuentsholing (by road)
- Meet at Phuentsholing Gate.
- Scenic drive to Thimphu (176 km / 6–7 hrs).
- Arrive at Thimphu by evening.
- Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing
- Visit Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong.
- Explore School of Arts & Crafts, Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum.
- Evening: Visit Centenary Farmer’s Market or Handicraft Bazaar.
- Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 3: Thimphu – Punakha (77 km / 3 hrs)
- Stop at Dochula Pass (3,100m) for Himalayan views & 108 chortens.
- Visit Punakha Dzong, the Palace of Great Happiness.
- Short hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility).
- Overnight in Punakha.
Day 4: Punakha – Phobjikha (Gangtey Valley) (80 km / 3 hrs)
- Scenic drive to Phobjikha Valley, a glacial valley.
- Visit Gangtey Monastery and explore nature trails.
- Spot the famous Black-necked cranes (in winter).
- Overnight in Phobjikha.
Day 5: Phobjikha – Trongsa – Bumthang (200 km / 7 hrs)
- Drive to central Bhutan.
- Stop at Trongsa Dzong & Ta Dzong (Royal Heritage Museum).
- Continue to Bumthang Valley, cultural heartland of Bhutan.
- Overnight in Bumthang.
Day 6: Bumthang Sightseeing
- Visit Jambay Lhakhang, Kurje Lhakhang, and Tamshing Monastery.
- Explore local handicraft shops & traditional weaving centers.
- Evening leisure walk in Chamkhar town.
- Overnight in Bumthang.
Day 7: Bumthang – Paro (Flight or Road)
- Take a domestic flight Bumthang–Paro (if available) OR full-day drive back to Paro.
- Evening at leisure in Paro.
- Overnight in Paro.
Day 8: Paro – Tiger’s Nest Hike & Departure
- Early morning hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang) – 5 hrs round trip.
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples.
- Transfer to Paro Airport for onward flight / drive to Phuentsholing if exiting by road.
COST INCLUDES
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) – Nu. 1,200 per person, per night (for Indian tourists)
- Comfortable accommodation (twin/double sharing basis)
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- All ground transport within Bhutan (private vehicle with driver)
- All internal taxes & service charges
- Licensed Bhutanese English-speaking Tour Guide
- Entry fees to museums, monuments, and Dzongs as per itinerary
- Equipment & haulage for trekking tours (if applicable)
COST EXCLUDES
- Flight tickets (to/from Paro or other entry points)
- Travel/Medical Insurance
- Drinks & Beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
- Tips for guide/driver
- Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone, and internet bills
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the “Cost Includes” section