Bhutan Classic: Thimphu, Punakha & Paro

Highlights

• The 108 chortens of Dochula pass
• Punakha Dzong and the long suspension bridge
• Thimphu’s dzong and the Buddha Dordenma
• The Tiger’s Nest hike

Day by day

1. 1

   Day 1: NJP / Bagdogra to Phuentsholing

   about 4 to 5 hrs Night in Phuentsholing

   To the border; we help with the entry permit.

2. 2

   Day 2: Phuentsholing to Thimphu

   about 5 to 6 hrs Night in Thimphu

   Up to the capital. The route permit for Punakha is processed in Thimphu.

3. 3

   Day 3: Thimphu to Punakha via Dochula

   about 2½ to 3 hrs Night in Punakha

   Over Dochula pass and its chortens, down to Punakha: the dzong at the meeting of the rivers and the suspension bridge.

4. 4

   Day 4: Punakha to Thimphu

   about 2½ to 3 hrs Night in Thimphu

   A morning walk to Chimi Lhakhang through the rice fields, then back over the pass to Thimphu and its sights.

5. 5

   Day 5: Thimphu to Paro

   about 1½ hrs Night in Paro

   To Paro: Rinpung Dzong and the national museum.

6. 6

   Day 6: Tiger’s Nest

   local; the walk takes 5 to 6 hrs Night in Paro

   The walk up to Taktsang and back.

7. 7

   Day 7: Paro to Phuentsholing, and on

   about 5 to 6 hrs, then to NJP Departure

   Down to the border and on to NJP or Bagdogra.

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We do not publish a fixed price, because the same itinerary costs very differently in May and in February, in a standard room and a mountain-view suite.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