Phuentsholing, Thimphu & Paro, Bhutan
Bhutan Cultural Trail – Drive In, Fly Out
Starting from₹21,999
Bhutan Thimphu Special with Paro Excursion
4D/3N3Days in
Thimphu›1Day in
Paro (Excursion)
Thimphu›1Day in
Paro (Excursion)
Starting from
₹14,999
₹19,499
Package Overview
Base yourself in Thimphu, Bhutan's charming capital, and soak in its dzongs, monuments and viewpoints at a relaxed pace, with a full day excursion to the picturesque Paro valley — including a photo stop for the iconic Tiger's Nest.
Day-wise Itinerary
A day-by-day plan across 4 days and 2 destinations — fully customisable to your pace.
1Day
Arrival
Day 1: Paro Airport - Thimphu
(Distance: 55 Kms. / Driving Time: 1½ Hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2,350 Mts.) Meet & Greet on arrival at Paro Airport and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or take a leisure walk around the Thimphu City. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
2Day
Sightseeing
Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing
(Altitude of Thimphu: 2350 Mts.) After breakfast visit the Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Dordenma). Located at a short drive from Thimphu City Centre, Kuensel Phodrang offers a good overview of the Thimphu valley. The largest statue of Buddha in the country sits here which houses over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues. Then visit the National Memorial Chorten built in the memory of the Third King of Bhutan and visit the Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon visit Sangaygang View Point. The Lookout point offers a stunning panoramic view of the entire Thimphu. On the way back visit the Takin Preserve Centre. Takin is the National animal of Bhutan. Then visit the Changangkha Lhakhang. This is a popular Buddhist temple and is especially visited by parents to receive blessings for their new-born. Its interiors are full of murals that depict different stories. In the evening, visit the Tashichho Dzong, first built in 1216 A.D. by Lama Gyalwa Lhanangpa. The Dzong is the seat of the National Government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Overnight stay at Thimphu.
3Day
On the Road
Day 3: Thimphu - Paro - Thimphu
(Distance: 55 Kms. (One way) / Driving Time: 1½ Hrs. (One way) / Altitude of Paro: 2,280 Mts.) After breakfast drive to Paro (7480 ft.). While in Paro, visit the Ta Dzong which now houses the National Museum of Bhutan with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangka, etc. Visit the Paro Rinpung Dzong which literally means the "fortress of the heap of jewels". The Dzong now serves as the administrative and judicial seat of Paro Dzongkhag. Then explore the Paro Town. Afternoon, visit the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan and then drive further to visit the ruins of the Drukgyel Dzong built by Tenzin Drukdra in 1649 at the behest of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate the victory over Tibetan invasion. On the way back take a photo stop to catch the view of the Taktshang Monastery (Tiger Nest). Further ahead stop at the Paro Airport View Point to enjoy the view and the soothing breeze for a while. Drive back to Thimphu. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
4Day
Departure
Day 4: Thimphu - Paro Airport
(Distance: 55 Kms. / Driving Time: 1½ Hrs. / Altitude of Paro: 2,280 Mts.) After breakfast check-out from hotel and take the departure transfers to Paro Airport for your onward journey.
What's Included
- 3 nights accommodation in 3-star/4-star hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Meet & greet at Paro Airport and all transfers by private vehicle
- English/Hindi speaking local guide throughout Bhutan
- Bhutan entry permit processing assistance
- All applicable hotel taxes
What's Not Included
- International & domestic airfare
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) as applicable
- Lunches and dinners (unless specified)
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
Package Terms
- Package prices are per person on twin-sharing basis.
- A minimum advance of 30% is required to confirm the booking.
- Valid passport / voter ID with 6 months validity required at the time of travel.
- Cancellation charges apply as per policy — refer to Terms & Conditions.
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