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