5 Nights / 6 Days
YOUR JOURNEY TIMELINE
Day 01: Arrive at Phuntsholing 鈥 Transfer to Thimphu.
Day 02: Explore Thimphu 鈥 The Cultural Capital.
Day 03: Thimphu 鈥 Dochula Pass 鈥 Punakha.
Day 04: Punakha 鈥 Drive to Paro via Thimphu.
Day 05: Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger鈥檚 Nest)
Day 06: 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
Tour Overview:
Welcome to Bhutan! After clearing immigration formalities at Phuntsholing, you鈥檒l meet your local guide and driver. Begin your scenic drive to Thimphu 鈥 Bhutan鈥檚 capital nestled in a highland valley surrounded by pine-covered mountains.
En Route Highlights:
Tropical to Alpine Transition: Observe a dramatic change in vegetation鈥攆rom warm foothills to cool highlands.
Rural Bhutanese Villages: Glimpses of village life, prayer flags, and river valleys.
Chuzom Confluence: A sacred meeting point of Thimphu and Paro rivers, adorned with Bhutanese, Tibetan, and Nepali chortens.
Evening in Thimphu:
Orientation walk at Clock Tower Square
Visit local handicraft stores and taste your first Bhutanese tea.
Overnight: Thimphu
Altitude: Thimphu 鈥 2,320m
Thimphu is the only capital city in the world without traffic lights. It balances tradition and modernity perfectly.
Sightseeing Highlights:
Memorial Chorten
Built in honor of the Third King; an important religious site where locals pray and walk clockwise.
Motithang Takin Preserve
魅影直播 to Bhutan鈥檚 national animal, the Takin 鈥 a unique goat-antelope found only in the Himalayas.
Buddha Dordenma
A 51-meter bronze statue of Buddha overlooking the valley; inside are 125,000 smaller Buddhas.
Zorig Chusum Institute
Watch students practice Bhutan鈥檚 13 traditional arts & crafts. (Subject to opening hours)
Folk Heritage Museum / Simply Bhutan
Discover Bhutanese architecture, food, farming tools, and lifestyle in a traditional setting.
Tashichho Dzong (Outer View)
The seat of Bhutan鈥檚 government and central monastic body. Illuminated beautifully in the evening.
Evening Suggestions:
Optional cultural program or traditional dress (Gho/Kira) photo session.
Overnight: Thimphu
Altitude: Thimphu 鈥 2,320m | Dochula 鈥 3,100m | Punakha 鈥 1,200m
Driving Distance: Approx. 85 km | Duration: 3鈥3.5 hours
Morning Drive via Dochula Pass:
Dochula Pass (3,100m):
108 Druk Wangyal chortens stand in honor of Bhutanese soldiers.
On clear days, panoramic views of the Eastern Himalayas are visible, including Mt. Gangkar Puensum.
In Punakha 鈥 Valley of Fertility:
Punakha Dzong
The "Palace of Great Bliss", built at the confluence of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. A masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture.
Chimi Lhakhang
A temple dedicated to Drukpa Kunley, the Divine Madman. Couples from across the world visit to receive fertility blessings. Reach via a short hike through rice paddies.
Punakha Suspension Bridge
One of Bhutan鈥檚 longest suspension bridges, offering amazing views of the river and hills.
Optional: Visit local farmhouse for Bhutanese butter tea and snacks.
Overnight: Punakha
Altitude: Punakha 鈥 1,200m | Paro 鈥 2,200m
Driving Distance: Approx. 125 km | Duration: 4.5鈥5.5 hours
Drive Back via Scenic Route:
Short stops for photos and tea
Optional visit to Simtokha Dzong 鈥 Bhutan鈥檚 oldest dzong (1629), now a monastic college.
Afternoon 鈥 Paro Sightseeing:
Rinpung Dzong (Fortress of the Heap of Jewels)
A stunning dzong known for intricate woodwork and the annual Paro Tsechu festival.
Ta Dzong (National Museum)
A former watchtower that now houses ancient thangka paintings, weapons, and rare artifacts.
Paro Town
Enjoy free time at local cafes, markets, and art galleries.
Evening Option: Try a traditional hot stone bath 鈥 a relaxing Bhutanese wellness ritual. Overnight: Paro
Altitude: Base 鈥 2,600m | Taktsang 鈥 3,120m
Hike Duration: Approx. 5鈥6 hours round trip
Highlight of the Tour:
After breakfast, set off to hike Bhutan鈥檚 most sacred site 鈥 Taktsang Monastery, perched dramatically on a 900m cliff above the valley.
Believed to be the meditation site of Guru Rinpoche, who flew here on a tigress in the 8th century.
Stop midway at the cafeteria viewpoint for tea and fantastic photos.
Afternoon:
Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred temples in Bhutan (7th century). Evening:
Farewell dinner with traditional Bhutanese dishes at a local restaurant or hotel. Overnight: Paro
Altitude: Paro 鈥 2,200m | Phuntsholing 鈥 293m
Driving Distance: Approx. 165 km | Duration: 5.5鈥6.5 hours
Tour Concludes:
After breakfast, drive back to Phuntsholing for your onward journey.
Reflect on the serene landscapes, rich culture, and spiritual moments you鈥檝e experienced.
Warm farewell from the Ka Adventures team 鈥 鈥淭hank you for choosing Bhutan!鈥
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