5 Nights EX-PARO

Quick Tour Snapshot

Tour Highlights

• Paro street walk with guide
• Guided heritage tour of Paro
• Archery show in Paro (subject to availability)
• Thimphu street walk with guide
• Guided heritage tour of Thimphu
• Guided heritage & monastery tour of Punakha Valley
• Farmhouse visit in Punakha
• Dochu La Pass photography break for 30 minutes
• Private exclusive tour

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Paro → Drive to Thimphu (1 Hour)

• Arrive at Paro Airport (Flights from Delhi / Kolkata).
• Transfer to Thimphu (approx. 1 hour).
• Check-in at the hotel.
• Optional sightseeing (time permitting):
• Tashichho Dzong – Bhutan’s iconic fortress & government seat.
• Memorial Chorten – a revered stupa symbolizing peace & prosperity.
• Overnight stay in Thimphu.

Day 2
Thimphu Local Sightseeing

• Visit the Buddha Dordenma – 169 ft tall statue offering panoramic views.
• Explore the Memorial Chorten – a spiritual center for locals.
• Visit Tashichho Dzong – stunning monastery & administrative fortress.
• Witness traditional archery matches – Bhutan’s national sport.
• Explore Thimphu city – a blend of ancient dzongs, markets, & cafés.
• Overnight stay in Thimphu.

Day 3
Thimphu → Punakha via Dochu La Pass

• Drive to Punakha via the scenic Dochu La Pass (altitude 10,000 ft).
• View 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens and Himalayan ranges.
• Visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong.
• Walk on the Punakha Suspension Bridge.
• Visit Sangchen Lhendrup Nunnery – serene hilltop monastery.
• Overnight stay in Punakha.

Day 4
Punakha → Paro

• Visit Chimi Lhakhang, the temple of fertility (20 min scenic walk).
• Visit Wangdue Phodrang town & fortress.
• Drive to Paro.
• Explore Paro Town – cafés, handicrafts & traditional houses.
• Visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong).
• Visit Paro Dzong – iconic Bhutanese fortress monastery.
• Evening leisure with Paro Airport Viewpoint.
• Overnight stay in Paro.

Day 5
Paro Sightseeing – Tiger’s Nest OR Chele La + Haa Valley

• Option 1 – Tiger’s Nest Hike: Hike to Taktsang Monastery, perched 900m above Paro Valley.
• Option 2 – Chele La Pass + Haa Valley:
• Visit Chele La Pass (3,988m) with views of Mt. Jomolhari.
• Drive to Haa Valley – culturally rich & scenic.
• Return to Paro for overnight stay.

Day 6
Paro Airport Drop

• Transfer to Paro Airport for departure (Delhi / Kolkata flights).
• Tour ends with beautiful memories of Bhutan.

Additional Activities (Optional)

• River rafting
• Mountain biking
• Archery
• Cycling
• Cultural tours with adventure elements
• White water rafting
• Chimi Lhakhang hike
• Camping and trekking
• River kayaking

Inclusions

• Assistance on arrival at Paro Airport.
• Accommodation on double rooms as per listed hotels.
• Daily buffet breakfast & dinner.
• English-speaking guide in Paro, Thimphu & Punakha.
• Bhutan E-Permits.
• Bhutan Sustainable Fee: INR 1,200 per person (adults).
• Children below 5 years complimentary.
• All taxes.

Exclusions

• Alcoholic / non-alcoholic beverages.
• Personal expenses, shopping, etc.
• Guide / driver gratuities.
• Entrance / monument fees.
• Outdoor activities unless pre-booked.
• Anything not mentioned under inclusions.