Formalities & Entry Charges:
Immigration Permit (free for Indians with Passport/Voter ID).
Sustainable Development Fee (SDF):
Adults: INR 1,200/night
Children 6–12 yrs: INR 600/night
Below 6 yrs: Free
Pedestrian Terminal User Fee: Nu 10/person if entering on foot.
Destination Intro: Phuentsholing – a commercial hub and gateway to Bhutan, buzzing with markets and Indo-Bhutanese culture.
Night Stay: Phuentsholing Hotel
Meals: Breakfast as per arrival / Dinner at hotel or local restaurant.
Travel Time: 150 km / 5.5–6 hrs scenic mountain drive.
Destination Intro: Thimphu – the capital city with no traffic lights, yet vibrant with monasteries, markets, and culture.
Attractions (time permitting):
Riverside villages en route.
Night Stay: Thimphu Hotel
Breakfast: Hotel
Attractions & Entry Fees:
Buddha Dordenma (free): 169 ft golden statue overlooking valley.
Memorial Chorten (Nu 1,000): National stupa of peace.
Tashichho Dzong (Nu 1,000): Fortress housing King’s office.
Folk Heritage Museum (Nu 1,000): Glimpse of rural life.
Motithang Takin Preserve (Nu 1,000): Meet Bhutan’s national animal.
Craft Bazaar & Paper Factory (free).
Night Stay: Thimphu Hotel
Breakfast: Hotel
Travel Time: 80 km / 2.5–3 hrs
Destination Intro: Punakha – Bhutan’s old capital, lush valley of rice fields and rivers.
On the Way:
Dochula Pass (free): 108 stupas, Himalayan views.
Attractions in Punakha:
Punakha Dzong (Nu 1,000): Bhutan’s most beautiful fortress.
Suspension Bridge (free): Long prayer-flagged bridge.
Chimi Lhakhang (Nu 1,000, 1.5 hrs easy hike): Fertility temple dedicated to “Divine Madman.”
Night Stay: Punakha Hotel
Breakfast: Hotel
Travel Time: 210 km / 7–8 hrs (long scenic journey).
On the Way:
Pele La Pass (free).
Trongsa Dzong (Nu 1,000): Largest fortress of Bhutan, historic seat of royalty.
Destination Intro: Bumthang (Jakar Valley) – spiritual heartland, filled with temples, apple orchards, and legends.
Night Stay: Bumthang Hotel
Breakfast: Hotel
Attractions & Entry Fees:
Jakar Dzong (Nu 1,000): Castle of the White Bird.
Kurjey Lhakhang (Nu 1,000): Where Guru Rinpoche meditated.
Jambay Lhakhang (Nu 1,000): 7th-century temple.
Tamshing Monastery (Nu 1,000): Famous wall paintings.
Chamkhar Town Market (free).
Optional Trek (1–2 hrs, free): Kurjey → Tamshing Trail along Chamkhar River.
Night Stay: Bumthang Hotel
Breakfast: Hotel
Travel Time: 188 km / 6.5–7 hrs
Destination Intro: Phobjikha – a glacial valley famous for wintering Black-Necked Cranes.
Attractions:
Gangtey Monastery (Nu 1,000): Key Nyingmapa monastery with valley views.
Scenic wetlands & villages (free).
Night Stay: Phobjikha Hotel
Breakfast: Hotel
Morning Trek: Gangtey Nature Trail (2 hrs, free): Easy hike through pine forests & villages.
Travel Time: 190 km / 6–7 hrs
Destination Intro: Paro – picturesque valley of rivers, monasteries, and Bhutan’s only international airport.
Evening: Paro town stroll & handicraft shopping.
Night Stay: Paro Hotel
Breakfast: Hotel
Attractions & Entry Fees:
Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong) – Nu 1,000: Fortress of the heap of jewels.
Ta Dzong (National Museum) – Nu 1,000: Bhutanese art & relics.
Kyichu Lhakhang – Nu 1,000: Oldest temple in Bhutan (7th century).
Local market (free).
Night Stay: Paro Hotel
Breakfast: Hotel
Main Activity:
Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest Hike): Bhutan’s most iconic site.
Trek Duration: 4–5 hrs round trip (moderate difficulty).
Entry Fee: Nu 2,000 / adult; Nu 1,000 child (6–17 yrs).
Pony ride available till halfway (extra).
Evening: Departure via Paro Airport.
Breakfast: Hotel
SDF: INR 1,200/adult/night; INR 600/child 6–12 yrs/night; under 6 yrs free.
Monument Entry Fees (per adult):
Major Dzongs & Temples: Nu 1,000 each
Tiger’s Nest: Nu 2,000
Children 6–17 yrs: 50%
Below 6 yrs: Free
Vehicle Green Tax (if an Indian car enters beyond Phuentsholing): ~Nu 4,500/day.)
Pedestrian Terminal Fee: Nu 10/person.
✅ Summary for Indian adults: (Approx)
SDF: ₹1,200 × Nights Stayed
Monument fees: ~Nu 15,000–16,000 (~₹15,000–16,000) if visiting all sites
Kids (6–12 yrs): Half SDF + Half entry fees
Kids (<6 yrs): Free everywhere