The Bhutan Adventure

Your journey begins with arrival at Bagdogra Airport, where our representative warmly welcomes you. Enjoy a scenic 4–5 hour drive to Phuentsholing, the gateway town to Bhutan, located along the Indo-Bhutan border.

Upon arrival, at Jaigaon on the Indian Side of the border our guide shall take you to the Bhutan Immigration Office to complete entry formalities. After permit processing, proceed to Phuentsholing in Bhutan and check-in to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Meals Included: Dinner

After breakfast, begin your drive to Thimphu, Bhutan’s charming capital city. Before departure, experience a traditional Khaddar welcome ceremony by your local guide.

En route, visit:

• Sangay Migyur Ling Lhakhang – Dedicated to the revered Tibetan yogi Milarepa

• Scenic mountain viewpoints including Gedu region and waterfalls

• National Memorial Chorten – Built in memory of Bhutan’s Third King

• Arrive in Thimphu, check into your hotel, and unwind for the evening.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Option A: Thimphu Exploration by Car

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

• Start your tour with a visit to Simply Bhutan and get introduced to the beautiful kingdom of Bhutan

• Drive up to Buddha Dordenma Statue at Kuensel Phodrang – an iconic 51.5-meter bronze statue overlooking the Thimphu Valley.

• Visit the Takin Preserve, home to Bhutan’s national animal – the Takin.

• Visit the School of Arts and Crafts, where students learn traditional Bhutanese art forms.

• Tour the majestic Tashichho Dzong, a fortress that houses the throne room and offices of the King.

• Lunch at a traditional Bhutanese restaurant.

• In the afternoon, browse through the Centenary Farmers Market and shop at the local Craft Bazaar.

• Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Option B: Thimphu with Nature Walk & Hike

Combine sightseeing with short scenic hikes:

• Motithang Takin Preserve

• Motithang – Sangaygang – Taba nature trail

• National Library of Bhutan – Housing ancient Buddhist texts

• Folk Heritage Museum

• Buddha Dordenma with optional Debsi–Kuenselphodrang forest hike

• Farmers Market & Craft Bazaar

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, drive to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan.

Stop at:

• Dochula Pass – Famous for its 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens and Himalayan views

• Continue to Punakha Valley and enjoy:

• A walk through paddy fields to Chimi Lhakhang – The Fertility Temple of Lama Drukpa Kunley

• Visit to the majestic Punakha Dzong – One of Bhutan’s most beautiful fortresses

• Suspension Bridge crossing

• Optional river rafting on the Mo Chhu River

• Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Start your day with a scenic hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, offering panoramic views of the valley.

After a relaxing riverside lunch, drive to Paro through picturesque mountain roads. Upon arrival:

• Check into your hotel

• Explore Paro Market

• Try Bhutan’s national attire (Gho/Kira)

• Optional Bhutanese cultural dance performance (direct payment)

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Today marks the highlight of your Bhutan journey — the hike to the legendary Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest Monastery).

Perched dramatically on a cliffside, this sacred site requires a 5–6 hour round-trip trek. Stop at the halfway café viewpoint for refreshments and stunning views.

Later, enjoy optional cultural experiences:

• Traditional hot stone bath at a local farmhouse

• Archery lessons (Bhutan’s national sport)

• Bhutanese cooking demonstration

• Return to your hotel for dinner and well-deserved rest.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, begin your return journey.

En route, visit:

• Tamchog Lhakhang – Associated with the legendary iron bridge builder Thangtong Gyalpo

• Proceed to Phuentsholing for exit formalities before transferring to your Indian vehicle for onward drive to Siliguri.

Meals Included: Breakfast