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8 Nights
Bhutan Highlights Extended
Thimphu → Punakha → Paro (Chelela)
KUZUZANGPOLA
(“Namaste” in Bhutanese)
Discover Bhutan
Your adventure partner for unforgettable journeys!
A hidden Himalayan gem where culture, nature, and happiness blend in perfect harmony. From the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery to vibrant local festivals, every moment is steeped in wonder. Explore peaceful valleys, snow-capped peaks, and ancient fortresses untouched by time. Bhutan promises an unforgettable journey for nature lovers, culture seekers, and soul searchers alike.
🗓️ Day-Wise Itinerary
🚞 Day 1: Arrival at Bagdogra/NJP – Drive to Phuentsholing
Welcome to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station. Upon arrival, drive to Phuentsholing. After completing immigration formalities with the assistance of our guide and tour operator, check into your hotel.
Phuentsholing (altitude 300m / 985 ft) is a bustling commercial town at the Himalayan foothills, blending cultures from India, Bhutan, and Nepal.
Evening:
Take a leisurely downtown walk.
🛏️ Overnight stay at a hotel in Phuentsholing.
🏙️ Day 2: Phuentsholing – Drive to Thimphu
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive to Thimphu. En route, visit:
- Zangtho Pelri Goenpa
- Crocodile Breeding Centre
- Kharbandi Goenpa
On arrival in Thimphu, check into your hotel.
Thimphu is a unique capital city where ancient traditions coexist with modernity. With a population of around 90,000, it’s perhaps the only capital city in the world without a single traffic light.
Evening:
Visit the Government Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts bazaar for Bhutanese arts and crafts.
🛏️ Overnight stay in Thimphu. (Altitude: 2,320m)
🏞️ Day 3: Full Day Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing in Thimphu:
- Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Dordenma)
- Handicrafts Emporium
- National Library
- Changangkha Monastery
- Zorig Chusum (Institute of 13 Arts & Crafts)
- Textile Museum
- National Memorial Chorten
- Craft Gallery
- Folk Heritage Museum
Afternoon:
- Takin Preserve Centre (Home to Bhutan’s national animal – the Takin)
- Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion)
- Craft Bazaar Market
🛏️ Overnight stay in Thimphu.
🦢 Day 4: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue via Dochula Pass
After breakfast, proceed to Punakha. En route, visit:
- Dochula Pass (3,100m) – Offers panoramic views of the Eastern Himalayas.
- Suspension Bridge – One of the longest in Bhutan, over the Pho Chu River.
- Punakha Dzong – Located at the confluence of Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers. Known as “The Place of Great Happiness”, it is one of Bhutan’s most beautiful and significant fortresses.
🛏️ Check in and overnight stay in Punakha/Wangdue.
🏯 Day 5: Punakha/Wangdue – Drive to Paro | Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast, head to Paro. En route, visit:
- Simtokha Dzong – The first Dzong built in Bhutan by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1629.
- National Museum of Bhutan – Located in Ta Dzong, above Rinpung Dzong.
- Rinpung Dzong – Built in 1646; now houses administrative and monastic offices.
- Nyamai Zam Bridge – Known as the “Bridge with No Fish”.
🛏️ Overnight stay at a hotel in Paro.
🌄 Day 6: Day Trip to Chele La Pass (3,988m) | Night Stay in Paro
After breakfast, drive to Chele La Pass, the highest motorable road in Bhutan. The scenic drive passes through dense forests of spruce and larch. On a clear day, enjoy views of:
- Mt. Jomolhari (over 22,000 ft)
- Jichu Drake and other peaks
- Paro and Haa Valleys
🛏️ Return to Paro for overnight stay.
🧗♂️ Day 7: Paro – Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang)
After breakfast, get ready for a memorable hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang), perched on a 900m cliff.
- Hike Duration: Approx. 6 hours (round trip)
- The legend says Guru Rinpoche flew here on a tigress’s back and meditated for 3 months.
🛏️ After the hike, return to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Paro.
🚘 Day 8: Paro – Drive to Phuentsholing
After breakfast, drive back to Phuentsholing.
Evening:
Explore the local market and Main Street.
🛏️ Overnight stay in Phuentsholing.
🚗 Day 9: Departure – Phuentsholing to Bagdogra/NJP
After a hearty breakfast, complete exit formalities and drive to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport.
Tour ends with sweet memories. Thank you for traveling with us!
Activites
Trekking
Hiking
Cycling
Rafting
Helicopter Ride
✅ Cost Inclusions
🚗 Transportation: Wagon R / Santro for entire Bhutan trip
🛏️ Accommodation: 1 DBL sharing room
📍 Sightseeing: All places mentioned in the itinerary
🚉 Transfers: Pick-up and drop as per- arrival/departure point
🛂 Immigration Charges: Included
👨✈️ Driver: Available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
🍽️ Breakfast: Daily breakfast during the trip
🧾 GST Charges: All applicable taxes included
👨🏫 Professional Guide: Accompanying throughout the trip
❌Cost Exclusions
🎟️ Entrance Fees: Monasteries and monuments
🍛 Meals: Lunch & dinner not included
💰 SDF Charges: ₹1200/adult/night & ₹600/child/night
🛡️ Travel Insurance: ₹499 per person
📌 Important Notes
🏛️ Ta Dzong (National Museum, Paro) – Closed on government holidays
🛍️ Government Duty-Free Shop – Open 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM only
📚 National Library (Thimphu) – Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and govt holidays
🏡 Folk Heritage Museum (Thimphu) –
Closed on government holidays
Saturday: Open from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Sunday: Open from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
shop
👘 Textile Museum (Thimphu) – Closed on government holidays
🕒 Sightseeing Misses – Any sites missed due to time constraints or government holidays are not the responsibility of Valley Tours & Treks
📜 Itinerary Flexibility – This is a tentative itinerary. Bhutan has much more to explore!
🛒 Gold Purchases at Duty-Free – Discuss directly with your guide or driver. Tour operator is not liable if gold is unavailable or time is insufficient to shop
📅 Cancellation Policy
❌ Cancel 1 month before: 💸 35% of total package charged
❌ Cancel 15–30 days before: 💸 50% of total package charged
❌ Cancel less than 20 days before: 💸 100% of total package charged
As per Valley Tours & Treks policy