Bhutan Fly-in: Paro & Thimphu

Highlights

• The approach to Paro, one of the world’s great landings
• Thimphu’s dzong, Buddha and markets
• The Tiger’s Nest hike
• No long drives

Day by day

1. 1

   Day 1: Arrive Paro, drive to Thimphu

   about 1½ hrs Night in Thimphu

   Met at Paro airport, where your entry permit is issued, and driven to Thimphu.

2. 2

   Day 2: Thimphu sightseeing

   local Night in Thimphu

   The Buddha Dordenma, the Memorial Chorten, the textile museum and Tashichho Dzong.

3. 3

   Day 3: Thimphu to Paro

   about 1½ hrs Night in Paro

   An early detour east to Dochula pass and its 108 chortens if the morning is clear, then west to Paro for Rinpung Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang.

4. 4

   Day 4: Tiger’s Nest

   local Night in Paro

   The walk up to Taktsang and back.

5. 5

   Day 5: Departure

   to Paro airport Departure

   Transfer to the airport for your flight.

Permits

What sets the price

We do not publish a fixed price, because the same itinerary costs very differently in May and in February, in a standard room and a mountain-view suite. Your quote depends on:

• SeasonSpring, autumn and holidays cost more than the quiet months.
• Hotel categoryStandard, deluxe or premium, and whether rooms face the view.
• VehicleSedan, SUV or a larger vehicle for groups; reserved or shared.
• Group sizeMore travellers share the vehicle and lower the cost per head.
• Add-onsZero Point, Nathu La, the toy train or a guide where needed.