6N / 7D itinerary
Bhutan Tour: day by day
Prayer flags, dzongs and mountain passes across western Bhutan. The entry permit is arranged at Phuentsholing and we explain the paperwork before you travel.
- Duration6 nights, 7 days
- RoutePhuentsholing · Thimphu · Punakha · Paro
- Starts fromGuwahati
- VehiclesInnova Crysta, Tempo Traveller
Your 7 days
A guide to how we usually run this route. Days can be swapped, shortened or stretched to suit the weather and your group.
-
Guwahati to Phuentsholing
The drive to the Bhutan border at Phuentsholing, around 7 to 8 hours. We help with the entry permit formalities on arrival.
Overnight: Phuentsholing -
Phuentsholing to Thimphu
Into Bhutan and up to the capital, roughly 5 to 6 hours of mountain driving.
Overnight: Thimphu -
Thimphu sightseeing
Tashichho Dzong, the Memorial Chorten and the large Buddha Dordenma statue above the valley.
Overnight: Thimphu -
Thimphu to Punakha
Over Dochula Pass, with views of the Himalayan range on a clear day, then Punakha Dzong at the river junction.
Overnight: Punakha -
Punakha to Paro
The drive across to Paro valley, about 4 to 5 hours, with an evening in Paro town.
Overnight: Paro -
Paro and Taktsang
The walk up to the Tiger's Nest monastery, a steady climb of several hours, with the rest of the day free.
Overnight: Paro -
Paro to Phuentsholing
The long drive back to the border town, around 6 to 7 hours, where your Indian leg ends and onward travel can be arranged.
Trip ends
What the fare covers
- Air conditioned vehicle for the full trip
- Experienced local driver, with fuel and driver allowance
- A sightseeing plan you can adjust as you go
- Help with permits where the route needs them
- Airport or railway station pickup and drop
Paid at actuals
- Toll, parking and state entry taxes
- Inner Line Permits, Protected Area Permits and other route permits
- Entry tickets at parks, monuments and sights
- Driver night halt allowance on multi-day trips
- Hotels, meals and personal expenses, unless stated in writing
Hotels and activities are arranged only where we confirm them in writing. Itineraries may change with weather, road condition or permit availability, and we will talk to you before changing anything. See our terms for details.