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Bhutan: Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha & Paro

Bhutan: Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha & Paro

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Experience the wonders of Bhutan with our 5-day tour through Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro. Arrive in Phuentsholing and embark on a scenic 05-hour drive to Thimphu, followed by a leisurely 1.5-hour drive to Paro. Explore historic and cultural sites before departing via air. Expertly designed itinerary provides a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.

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Itinerary at a glance 

Day 1: Arrive phuentsholing

  • Meet guide upon arrival in phuentsholing.
  • Transfer to hotel.
  • Immigration process at passport entry.
  • Explore phuentsholing, a mix of indian and bhutanese culture.
  • Overnight at phuentsholin hotel.

Day 2: Phuentsholing – Thimphu (180 kms / 05 hrs drive)

  • Check out and exit from phuentsholing to india.
  • Walk to indian immigration for exit stamp, re-enter bhutan.
  • Drive to thimphu, stop at chuzom (confluence of thimphu and paro rivers).
  • Visit simtokha dzong, the oldest fortress.
  • Explore thimphu main street, market, and local crafts bazaar.
  • Dinner and overnight in thimphu (altitude 2400m).

Day 3: Thimphu – Paro (55kms / 01½ hrs drive)

  • Visit trashichhoedzong, fortress/monastery.
  • Explore buddha point (kuensel phodrang).
  • Drive to paro, visit simtokha dzong enroute.
  • Check into paro hotel.
  • Visit ta dzong (national museum) and rinpung dzong.
  • Overnight in paro.

Day 4: Paro

  • Excursion to taktshang monastery (tiger’s nest).
  • Approx. 5 hours walk, perched on a cliff.
  • Afternoon visit to drukgyel dzong and kyichu lhakhang.
  • Explore kyichu lhakhang, one of the 108 temples.
  • Overnight in paro.

Day 5: Depart Paro by Air

  • Early breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to the airport for onward flight.
  • Guide assistance with exit formalities.
  • Farewell and departure from paro.

Important Information

Visa/Entry Permit

  • All tourists except SAARC country residents, must obtain a visa clearance prior to travelling to Bhutan. Visas are processed through an online system by a licensed Bhutanese tour operator that you can contact directly or through a travel agent.
  • One is required to send a copy of the photo-page of their passport to the tour operator who will then apply for the visa. The visa will be processed by the Tourism Council of Bhutan (TCB) after the full payment of the holiday (including a USD $40 visa fee) has been received in the TCB bank account. Then the visa clearance will be processed within 72 working hours.
  • When entering the country, you are required to show the visa clearance letter after which the visa will be stamped on the passport. 
  • Upon entering Bhutan, all foreigners are issued a 7 or 14 days of "Entry Permit" by default, which is valid only for Thimphu and Paro. The rest of Bhutan is considered as restricted areas and foreigners need a "Restricted-Area Permit" to enter those places.
  • Visa / Entry Permit is subject to change and depends on the Government policy. Our team will provide you with the exact details on your query about this important & crucial aspect of your travel.

Dos and Don'ts

  • Refrain from passing negative comments on religion, the royal family and chief abbot.
  • Locals are very simple & thus sensitive, so you may not want to sound rude.
  • Always ask for permission if you are photographing a person.
  • Taking pictures inside the altars of the dzongs (fortress), temples and monasteries is strictly prohibited.
  • Dress modestly. Singlet and miniskirts are not well accepted dressing styles
  • Enter temples and monasteries only if you have permission. Allow your guide to lead you.
  • Remove your shoes before entering the temple and leave your camera at a safe place, if photography is prohibited.
  • Leaving a donation at the temple is at personal discretion, normally all Bhutanese do.
  • Refrain from pointing your feet at anyone; cross your legs or kneel when sitting in religious places.
  • Don't wash, swim or throw objects into lakes, many of which are considered sacred.
  • Public displays of affection between men and women, men and men and women and women are not common. Please refrain from doing so in public places.
  • Smoking in public places is not allowed in Bhutan