4 Nights / 5 Days
YOUR JOURNEY TIMELINE
Day 01: Arrive at Phuntsholing 鈥 Transfer to Thimphu.
Day 02: Thimphu Local Sightseeing 鈥 Transfer to Punakha.
Day 03: Punakha 鈥 Transfer to Paro with Local Sightseeing.
Day 04: Paro 鈥 Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger鈥檚 Nest).
Day 05: Paro 鈥 Drive Back to Phuntsholing 鈥 Departure.
Altitude: Phuntsholing 鈥 293m | Thimphu 鈥 2,320m
Driving Distance: Approx. 165 km | Duration: 5.5 to 6.5 hours
Itinerary Highlights:
Upon arrival at Phuntsholing (Bhutan鈥揑ndia border), meet your Bhutanese tour representative from Ka Adventures.
Complete permit/immigration formalities and begin your scenic drive to Thimphu, Bhutan's capital.
En route enjoy views of dense forested hills, river valleys, and traditional roadside villages. Evening Free Time in Thimphu:
Visit Clock Tower Square and take a short walk in the local market for souvenirs and handicrafts. Overnight: Thimphu
Altitude: Thimphu 鈥 2,320m | Dochula Pass 鈥 3,100m | Punakha 鈥 1,200m
Driving Distance: Approx. 85 km | Duration: 3 to 3.5 hours
Morning 鈥 Thimphu Sightseeing:
National Memorial Chorten 鈥 A serene stupa built in memory of the 3rd King; loved by locals.
Buddha Dordenma 鈥 169-ft golden statue of Buddha with a panoramic view of Thimphu Valley.
Motithang Takin Preserve 鈥 See the rare Takin, Bhutan鈥檚 national animal.
Folk Heritage Museum or Simply Bhutan 鈥 Experience Bhutanese rural life, traditional houses & food.
Afternoon 鈥 Scenic Drive to Punakha:
Stop at Dochula Pass (3,100m) 鈥 108 chortens surrounded by Himalayan views.
Descend into the fertile Punakha Valley.
Evening 鈥 Punakha Sightseeing:
Suspension Bridge 鈥 One of the longest in Bhutan, offering a scenic walk across the Mo Chhu River.
Punakha Dzong 鈥 Known as the 鈥淧alace of Great Happiness,鈥 this 17th-century fortress is Bhutan's most beautiful dzong, located at the confluence of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. Overnight: Punakha
Altitude: Punakha 鈥 1,200m | Paro 鈥 2,200m
Driving Distance: Approx. 125 km | Duration: 4.5 to 5.5 hours
Morning Drive to Paro via Thimphu:
After breakfast, drive through beautiful mountain roads and return via Thimphu to Paro. Afternoon Paro Sightseeing:
Paro Rinpung Dzong 鈥 A 17th-century fortress-monastery with beautiful architecture and great views.
Nyamai Zampa Bridge 鈥 A traditional cantilever bridge beside the dzong.
Ta Dzong (National Museum) 鈥 Former watchtower now housing Bhutanese relics, masks, thangka paintings, and more.
Paro Town Exploration 鈥 Stroll through local markets, caf茅s, and souvenir shops. Evening Optional: Try a traditional hot stone bath (optional, additional cost).
Overnight: Paro
Altitude: Base 鈥 2,600m | Tiger鈥檚 Nest 鈥 3,120m
Hike Duration: Approx. 5 to 6 hours round trip
Hike Details:
After an early breakfast, drive to the base of Taktsang Monastery, Bhutan鈥檚 most iconic site.
Begin your hike through pine forests, prayer flags, and clear mountain air.
Visit the sacred Tiger鈥檚 Nest Monastery, built on a cliff where Guru Rinpoche meditated in the 8th century.
Option to rest and enjoy refreshments at the mid-way Taktsang Cafeteria.
Afternoon Visit:
Kyichu Lhakhang 鈥 One of the oldest temples in Bhutan, built in the 7th century by Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo.
Overnight: Paro
Altitude: Paro 鈥 2,200m | Phuntsholing 鈥 293m
Driving Distance: Approx. 165 km | Duration: 5.5 to 6.5 hours
Itinerary Summary:
After breakfast, drive back to Phuntsholing.
Enjoy last views of Bhutan鈥檚 green valleys and peaceful villages.
Reach Phuntsholing for final exit formalities.
Farewell:
A warm thank you from Ka Adventures for visiting Bhutan. We hope to welcome you again for another beautiful journey.
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