Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Entry & Exit
Paro Airport
Group Size
2 – 10
Accommodation
3★ & Above
Best Season
Mar–May · Sep–Nov
Immersive · Cultural Journey
Fly into Paro — one of the world's most dramatic airport approaches — and explore Thimphu, Punakha and Tiger's Nest before departing from the same gateway.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
01Arrival
Paro Airport → Thimphu
- Arrival at Paro International Airport — dramatic mountain approach
- Drive to Thimphu (approx. 1.5–2 hours)
- Buddha Dordenma (Buddha Point) & Memorial Chorten
- Evening city walk & welcome dinner
02Drive
Thimphu → Punakha
- Drive via Dochula Pass (3,100m) — 108 chortens & Himalayan panorama
- Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Punakha Dzong — the palace of great happiness
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
03Drive
Punakha → Paro
- Rinpung Dzong — fortress monastery overlooking Paro valley
- National Museum of Bhutan (Ta Dzong)
- Paro town exploration
04Hike
Tiger's Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang)
- Moderate hike — 4–6 hours round trip to Paro Taktsang (3,120m)
- One of Asia's most spectacular sacred sites
- Optional hot stone bath on return
05Departure
Departure from Paro Airport
- Morning at leisure 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 → Paro · Entry & Exit: Paro International Airport · Best season: March–May & September–November
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