Bhutan 5 nights 6 days
Trip Summary This 6-day Bhutan tour is ideal for travellers seeking a focused and enriching cultural experience. The route covers three of western Bhutan’s most significant destinations: Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha. With expert local guidance, comfortable accommodations, and scenic travel between valleys and passes, this itinerary suits individual travellers, families, and groups of up to 20 + participants. Expect a well-paced combination of sightseeing, short hikes, and cultural immersion, including visits to fortresses, monastic rituals, artisan workshops, and local food experiences. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking a comprehensive Bhutan experience within a manageable timeframe.
6-Day Bhutan Journey: Paro, Thimphu & Punakha
A Compact and Comprehensive Cultural Tour of Western Bhutan
Key Trip Facts
- Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Destinations: Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Dochula Pass
- Start/End Point: Paro, Bhutan
- Tour Type: Guided cultural tour with light hiking
- Group Size: 2–20+ (private and fixed departures available)
- Accommodation: Comfortable 3-star hotels (upgradable)
- Transportation: Private vehicle with driver and guide
- Fitness Level: Easy to moderate (includes Tiger’s Nest hike)
- Best Travel Seasons: March–May and September–November
Tour Highlights
- Hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang)
- Visit Bhutan’s most revered dzongs: Punakha Dzong, Rinpung Dzong, Trashichhoedzong, and Simtokha Dzong
- Drive through the stunning Dochula Pass (3,080m) with panoramic Himalayan views
- Explore Bhutanese culture in Thimphu’s museums, schools of arts, and chortens
- Experience rural Bhutanese life with a visit to a traditional farmhouse
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Paro and Drive to Thimphu
- Dinner Included
- Arrival in Paro via breathtaking flight
- Warm welcome and transfer to Thimphu via scenic mountain roads
- Evening to relax and acclimate
- Overnight in Thimphu
Day 2: Exploring Thimphu
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
- Visit key cultural sites:
- Trashichhoedzong (royal fortress and government seat)
- National Library (Buddhist manuscripts)
- Arts & Crafts School (traditional Thangka art)
- Handicrafts Emporium (local crafts and souvenirs)
- Memorial Chorten (spiritual landmark)
- Overnight in Thimphu
Day 3: Drive from Thimphu to Punakha (Approx. 3 hrs / 75 km)
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
- Scenic drive via Dochula Pass (3,080m) with views of Gangkar Puensum
- Visit Punakha Dzong at the confluence of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers
- Explore Wangduephodrang (famous for bamboo and slate craftsmanship)
- Overnight in Punakha
Day 4: Drive to Paro (Approx. 4 hrs / 125 km)
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
- Stop en route at Simtokha Dzong, Bhutan’s oldest fortress
- In Paro, visit:
- Ta Dzong (National Museum)
- Rinpung Dzong (monastic and administrative fortress)
- Overnight in Paro
Day 5: Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
- Breakfast and Lunch Included
- Visit Drukgyel Dzong ruins and a Bhutanese farmhouse
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) (approx. 5 hours round-trip)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples
- Overnight in Paro
Day 6: Departure from Paro
- Breakfast Included
- Transfer to Paro Airport for onward flight
- Optional onward flight to Kathmandu (services conclude)
What’s Included
Included
- Accommodation in comfortable 3-star hotels
- All meals as specified (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Private vehicle with driver and guide
- All sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Airport transfers in Bhutan
- Domestic Bhutanese permits and taxes
What’s Not Included
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Bhutan
- Bhutan visa and entry fees (handled separately)
- Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, souvenirs)
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Tips for guides, drivers, and staff
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Any extra costs due to weather or delays
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