6-Day Bhutan Highlights: Thimphu, Paro, Punakha and Himalayan Scenery for couple

Phuentsholing(1N) → Thimphu(2N) → Paro(2N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival at Phuentsholing
  • Arrival at Phuentsholing
  • Meet and greet by our local representative
  • Phuentsholing (298 meters / 977 feet) is a small town at the Indo-Bhutan border
  • Evening at your leisure
  • Overnight stay in Phuentsholing
  • After breakfast, you will be transferred to Thimphu (approximately 145 km / 5 hours drive) via Chukha.
  • Thimphu is situated at an elevation of 2,300 meters.
  • Thimphu lies in a beautiful valley, sprawling up a hillside on the west bank of the Thimphu Chhu River, and has a total area of about 1,809 square kilometers.
  • Evening at your leisure: Visitors can enjoy a relaxing walk in the valley in the evening.
  • Be sure to try momo kopi, steamed dumplings filled with finely chopped cabbage, onions, cheese, and butter.
  • Overnight stay in Thimphu.
  • After breakfast, embark on a day excursion to Punakha / Wangdue (One-way approximately 70 km / 2 hours).
  • En route, visit Simtokha Dzong.
  • Proceed to Wangduephodrang, with a stop for tea at Dochu La Pass (3,100 meters), where, on a clear day, you can enjoy spectacular views of the Himalayas.
  • In Wangdue, have lunch.
  • In the afternoon, drive to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan.
  • Visit Punakha Dzong (optional; entry fees to be paid directly), which is notable for being one of the most beautiful dzongs in Bhutan and for having been built by the first Shabdrung in 1637.
  • Also visit the Punakha Suspension Bridge, the second longest suspension bridge in Bhutan. It spans the Mo Chhu and Po Chhu rivers and is approximately 160-180 meters in length. It is one of the oldest bridges in the world, connecting Punakha Dzong to the rest of the valley.
  • In the evening, return to Thimphu.
  • Overnight stay in Thimphu.
  • After breakfast, embark on a Thimphu City Tour covering:
    • Art & Craft School
    • National Institute of Traditional Medicine
    • National Library
    • Buddha Dordenma Statue
    • Bhutan Simply Museum
    • Folk and Heritage Museum
    • Enjoy a scenic drive with a good view of the Thimphu Valley.
    • Visit the new Drupthob Nunnery Temple.
    • Free time in the market.
    • Post-lunch, transfer to Paro.
    • Overnight stay in Paro

 

  • Local sightseeing, including various scenic views along the way
  • Visit the historic ruins of Drukgyal Dzong, built in 1647
  • Visit the Paro Airport viewpoint
  • Explore local attractions in Paro, including:
    • Dungtse Lhankhang
    • Nya-mey Zam
    • Ugyen Pelri Palace
  • Overnight stay in Paro
  • After breakfast, check out of the hotel.
  • Service ends with sweet memories.
  • After exiting, don't forget to visit the Phuentsholing Immigration Office to complete the exit formalities.

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • SDF: 1200 per person per night
  • Accommodation: 3-star hotel Map plan
  • Meals: breakfast and dinner
  • Professional English and Hindi speaking guide and driver
  • SUV vehicle for comfortable pick-up and drop-off from the Phuentsholing and during tour
  • Hotel stays outside Bhutan
  • Expenditures of a personal nature
  • Alcoholic drinks and beverages
  • Travel insurance
  • Any costs arising from natural calamities (e.g., landslides, road blockages, political disturbances)
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions
  • Cancellation as per company rules
  • Sightseeing entry fees
  • More than 30 days before departure - 80% refund
  • 15 to 30 days before departure - 50% refund
  • 7 to 14 days before departure - 25% refund
  • Less than 7 days before departure - no refund

6-Day Bhutan Highlights: Thimphu, Paro, Punakha and Himalayan Scenery for couple

Phuentsholing(1N) → Thimphu(2N) → Paro(2N)

Sold By: Mackenzie Meri Maa Tourism

Offers payment via Holidify

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