Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Entry & Exit
Paro Airport
Group Size
2 – 10
Accommodation
3★ & Above
Best Season
Mar–May · Sep–Nov
Immersive · Cultural Journey
The complete Bhutan cultural experience via Paro Airport — exploring Thimphu, Punakha, Phobjikha, Bumthang's ancient dzongs and hidden temples, and the legendary Tiger's Nest.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
01Arrival
Paro Airport → Thimphu
- Arrival at Paro International Airport
- Drive to Thimphu & light sightseeing
- Welcome dinner
02Thimphu
Thimphu Sightseeing
- Buddha Dordenma & Memorial Chorten
- Motithang Takin Preserve
- Simply Bhutan Museum & Sangaygang Viewpoint
03Drive
Thimphu → Punakha
- Dochula Pass (3,100m) — 108 chortens & Himalayan views
- Chimi Lhakhang & Punakha Dzong
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
04Valley
Punakha → Phobjikha Valley
- Gangtey Monastery & Black-Necked Crane Information Centre
- Gangtey Nature Trail through pine forests & open glacial meadows
05Drive
Phobjikha → Bumthang Valley
- Scenic drive through central Bhutan (approx. 5–6 hours)
- Arrival in Bhutan's spiritual heartland
06Bumthang
Bumthang Sightseeing
- Kurjey Lhakhang — one of Bhutan's most sacred temples
- Jambay Lhakhang & Tamshing Lhakhang
- Wangdicholing Palace Museum
07Drive
Bumthang → Punakha
- Long scenic drive back through central Bhutan
- Relaxing evening in the valley
08Drive
Punakha → Paro
- Rinpung Dzong & National Museum (Ta Dzong)
- Leisure time in Paro town
09Hike
Tiger's Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang)
- Moderate hike — 4–6 hours round trip to Paro Taktsang (3,120m)
- Sacred monastery on the cliffside above Paro valley
- Optional hot stone bath on return
10Departure
Departure from Paro Airport
- Final morning in Paro
- Transfer to Paro International Airport
- Tour ends
What's Included
Included
✓All meals — breakfast & dinner daily
✓Twin-sharing accommodation — 3★ certified & above
✓Licensed & certified English-speaking guide
✓All ground transport & airport transfers
✓Visa & SDF documentation handled
✓In-country medical cover
Not Included
✕Gratuities — tipping to guide & driver (recommended) — read our tipping guide
✕International flights
✕Travel & medical evacuation insurance
✕Monument & dzong entry fees
✕Personal expenses & shopping
✕Optional activities (hot stone bath, etc.)
Route: Paro → Thimphu → Punakha → Phobjikha → Bumthang → Punakha → Paro · Entry & Exit: Paro International Airport · Best season: March–May & September–November
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