5 Days Tour in Paro, Thimphu

Package Overview

Explore Bhutan’s iconic sites in Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha (optional).

Visit majestic monasteries, sacred temples, and traditional markets.

Experience Bhutanese hospitality and cuisine.

Scenic drives through Himalayan landscapes.

Hassle-free travel with permits, guide, accommodation, and meals included.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Paro to Thimphu

  Day 1: Arrival in Paro – Transfer to Thimphu
  Morning
  • Arrive at Paro International Airport
  o Meet your guide/driver (if pre-arranged)
  o Drive to Thimphu (approx. 1.5 hours, 50 km)
  Afternoon
  • Check-in to hotel in Thimphu
  • Visit:
  o Tashichho Dzong – seat of the Bhutanese government
  o Buddha Dordenma – giant Buddha statue with panoramic views
  Evening
  • Stroll around Thimphu town (Clock Tower Square, local cafés)
  • Dinner at a local Bhutanese restaurant
  (Try: Ema Datshi, Red Rice, Suja – butter tea)
  Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu

  • Themes Adventure, Bird Watching, Food and Drink, River Rafting, Hiking, Mountaineering, Horse Riding, Art Galleries, Museums, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Phuntsho khangsar hotel [ 3 Star ]
• Day 2 : • Folk Heritage Museum • National Textile Museum • Changangkha Lhakhang – oldest temple in Thimphu • Zorig Chusum Institute – traditional arts & crafts school

  Morning
  • Folk Heritage Museum
  • National Textile Museum
  • Changangkha Lhakhang – oldest temple in Thimphu
  • Zorig Chusum Institute – traditional arts & crafts school
  Afternoon
  • Motithang Takin Preserve – see Bhutan’s national animal
  • Simtokha Dzong – oldest dzong in Bhutan
  Evening
  • Visit local handicraft shops
  • Optional: Try a traditional hot stone bath
  Overnight: Hotel in Thimphu

  • Hotspots Tashichho Dzong (Thimphu Dzong)
  • Themes Adventure, Food and Drink, Yoga & Meditation, Hiking, Art Galleries, Museums, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Phuntsho khangsar hotel [ 3 Star ]
• Day 3 : Tamchog Lhakhang (Iron Chain Bridge),Rinpung Dzong – fortress-monastery with beautiful architecture o National Museum of Bhutan (Ta Dzong) o Kyichu Lhakhang – one of the oldest temples in Bhutan

  Thimphu to Paro – Sightseeing
  Morning
  • Drive back to Paro
  • En route stop at:
  o Tamchog Lhakhang (Iron Chain Bridge)
  Afternoon
  • Visit:
  o Rinpung Dzong – fortress-monastery with beautiful architecture
  o National Museum of Bhutan (Ta Dzong)
  o Kyichu Lhakhang – one of the oldest temples in Bhutan
  Evening
  • Leisure walk around Paro town
  • Café hopping or local shopping
  Overnight: Hotel in Paro

  • Themes Food and Drink, Jungle Safari, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Hotel Khamsum [ 3 Star ]
• Day 4 : Paro Taktsang( Tiger Nest)

  Hike to Tiger’s Nest (Paro Taktsang)
  Full Day
  • Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
  o Approx. 3-4 hour round trip
  o Option for horse ride halfway (if needed)
  o Pack water/snacks, wear good hiking shoes
  Late Afternoon
  • Return to hotel, relax or opt for a massage/ hot stone bath
  • Farewell dinner with Bhutanese cuisine
  Overnight: Hotel in Paro

  • Themes Adventure, Bird Watching, Jungle Safari, Mountaineering
  • Accommodation Hotel Khamsum [ 3 Star ]
• Day 5 : Paro International airport

  • Transfer to Paro International Airport
  • Optional early morning visit to Paro market (if flight is late)

  • Themes Adventure
  • Accommodation Khamsum hotel [ 3 Star ]

Inclusions

• CP (Room + Breakfast)
• Hotel
• Flights
• Sightseeing
• Transfers
• Pickup-Drop
• Private Cab
• Private Guide
• Sim Card
• Welcome Drink
• Accommodation
• Mineral Water
• Non Veg Meals
• Veg Meals
• Veg & Non Veg Meals

Exclusions

• International & Domestic Airfare
• Flights to/from Bhutan (typically via Delhi, Kolkata, Bangkok, or Kathmandu).
• Visa Fee (if not included separately)
• Bhutan visa processing fee (USD $40), unless otherwise specified.
• Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of USD $100 per night (for most international tourists).
• Lunches
• Daily lunch is usually not included (unless specified as part of the package).
• Travel Insurance
• Mandatory for travel to Bhutan, but must be arranged by the traveler.
• Personal Expenses
• Tips for guide and driver
• Shopping and souvenirs
• Laundry, phone calls, etc.
• Beverages
• Soft drinks, bottled water, alcohol, and specialty beverages.
• Medical & Emergency Costs
• Any personal medical expenses or emergency evacuation costs.
• Additional Activities or Excursions
• Not listed in the itinerary (e.g., cultural shows, archery sessions, spa treatments, etc.).
• Camera/Photography Fees
• If charged separately at certain monasteries or museums.

Price & Rates

Accommodation

Package Start From

• Paro, Bhutan, Asia

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