Price
Duration
5Night
Tour Type
Package Tour
Review
Overview
Phuentsholing, Thimphu, and Paro are three significant towns in Bhutan, each offering a distinct experience of the country’s culture, history, and natural beauty. Here’s an overview of each:
1. Phuentsholing
- Location: Border town in southern Bhutan, adjacent to Jaigaon in West Bengal, India.
- Overview:
- Acts as the gateway to Bhutan for travelers entering overland from India.
- A bustling commercial hub blending Indian and Bhutanese influences.
- Highlights include the Bhutan Gate, Zangto Pelri Lhakhang (a serene temple), and the Amo Chhu crocodile breeding center.
- Best for: Exploring Bhutan’s entry culture and trade dynamics.
2. Thimphu
- Location: Capital city in the western part of Bhutan, located in a scenic valley along the Wang Chhu River.
- Overview:
- The political, cultural, and economic center of Bhutan.
- A unique mix of tradition and modernity, with no traffic lights and a vibrant cultural scene.
- Key attractions include:
- Tashichho Dzong: A fortress housing the king’s office and monastic headquarters.
- Buddha Dordenma: A massive golden Buddha statue overlooking the valley.
- National Memorial Chorten: A spiritual monument and prayer site.
- Folk Heritage Museum: Showcasing Bhutan’s rural lifestyle.
- Best for: Exploring Bhutan’s modern face while delving into its rich traditions.
3. Paro
- Location: Western Bhutan, near the international airport, surrounded by lush valleys.
- Overview:
- A charming town known for its historical sites and breathtaking landscapes.
- Home to Bhutan’s only international airport.
- Key attractions include:
- Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang Lhakhang): A legendary cliffside monastery.
- Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong): A historic fortress-monastery.
- Kyichu Lhakhang: One of Bhutan’s oldest and most sacred temples.
- Best for: Immersive cultural experiences and stunning natural beauty.
Tour Itinerary :
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DAY 1: Pick up from Bagdogra Airport and Transfer to Phuentsholing.After meet and Greet Pick up from Bagdogra and transfer to Phuentsholing which is approx 3Hrs drive from Bagdogra Airport and Overnight stay at Phuentsholing. Local Market Sightseeing by self.
- DAY 2: Phuentsholing to Thimphu.
Make Tourist permit at Phuentsholing Immigration Office and transfer to Thimphu, (which is Approx. 6 Hours/ 172 Km from Phuentsholing town) Thimphu is the capital and largest city of Bhutan. It has a population of 104,200, En-route see Water Falls & Tala Dam (Top View). Check-In at Hotel & Overnight Stay at Thimphu.
- DAY 3: Thimphu to Punakha Excursion and back to Thimphu.
Morning transfer to Punakha, it is approximately 90 kilometers and is nearly 03Hrs drive from Thimphu. En-route visit 1) Dochu la Pass, 2) Chhimi Lhakhang, 3) Punakha Dzong, 4) Suspension Bridge (Longest Bridge in Bhutan) and Overnight Stay in Thimphu
- DAY 4: Thimphu Full Day Sightseeing and Transfer to Paro.
After Breakfast: Visit Sightseeing Starts- 1) Durga Temple/Shiv Temple 2) Buddha Point, 3) Coronation Park, 4) Takin Zoo (National Animal of Bhutan),5) Memorial Chorten, 6) Thimphu Dzong & 7) Simply Bhutan(Traditional Culture Program)- Overnight Stay in Paro.
- DAY 5: Paro full day Local Sightseeing or Optional – Hike to Tiger Nest Monastery
Morning Visit - 1) Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong), 2) Kichu Lhakhang Monastery, 3) Drukgyal Dzong (Presently closed for Tourist), 4) Tiger Nest Monasteries (Viewpoint), 5) Ta Dzong (Paro Museum) Optional – Hike to Tiger Nest Monastery (Hike uphill will take around 2/3 Hrs on way) Paro Taktsang is a prominent Himalayan Buddhist sacred site and the temple complex is located in the Cliffside of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan. A temple complex was first built in 1692, around the Taktsang Senge Samdup cave where Guru Padmasambhava is said to have meditated for three years, three months, three weeks, three days and three hours in the 8th century. Padmasambhava is credited with introducing Buddhism to Bhutan and is the tutelary deity of the country. Today, Paro Taktsang is the best known of the thirteen Taktsang or "tiger lair" caves in which he meditated. Night Stay at Paro.
- DAY 6: Paro to Bagdogra Drop for Departure (Tour Ends)
After Breakfast Check out from Hotel and transfer to Bagdogra for departure, tour ends with beautiful memories of Bhutan.
Know Before You Go
Do’S:
- Always carry valid Original Documents (Passport should have Valid Date, it should not be an expired one and the Voter ID should be Original, Duplicate is not allowed)
- Follow proper dress code while visiting offices and religious sites. Entering religious monuments and offices with singlet and miniskirts are not our norm.
- Remove your hat while entering religious sites and kindly take off your footwear while entering the temple altar rooms.
- Maintain Silence in heritage and religious sites and monuments
- Always walk clockwise while passing heritage and religious monuments
- Proper permit is required to explore religious artifacts or antiques
- Always carry valid travel documents and produce the same if required.
- Be fully insured against unforeseen medical emergencies.
- In case of loss of travel documents, report to the nearest immigration office, police or TCB (Tourism Council of Bhutan) office.
- Be responsible for your own waste and dispose them in designated areas.
- Follow traffic rules and use designated zebra crossing line for your safety.
- Report to TCB (Tourism Council of Bhutan) on misbehavior of guide, driver or tour operators.
Don’ts:
- Refrain from touching any murals, religious painting and objects in the temples as it is disrespectful as per the local culture.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited
- Carrying and use of drone is strictly prohibited
- Spitting on the wall and other places are discouraged
- Taking photographs and filming are restricted in some areas, so please retrain from filming and taking photograph in those areas.
- Retrain from feeding animals on highways, parks and in other places.
- Washing, swimming or throwing objects into lakes and other water bodies are prohibited as it is considered sacred.
- Do not sit straddle or legs stretched in front in the altar as it is culturally offensive, we expect you to cross your legs or kneel when sitting in religious places.
