Himalayan kingdom

Bhutan Happiness Tour

Six days in the Land of the Thunder Dragon: Thimphu's giant Buddha, the 108 chortens of Dochula Pass, Punakha's river-fort and the cliffside Tiger's Nest monastery above Paro.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inThimphu
RouteThimphu · Punakha · Paro
Places3 destinations
CountryBhutan
Ideal forCultural holidays, Family holidays
Trip stylePrivate tour with a licensed Bhutanese guide
Package codeNX-TOP-01

Best time to visit: March to May and September to November

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Bhutan

Trip overview

Six days in the Land of the Thunder Dragon: Thimphu's giant Buddha, the 108 chortens of Dochula Pass, Punakha's river-fort and the cliffside Tiger's Nest monastery above Paro.

You land at Paro, one of the world's most scenic airports, and drive to the capital Thimphu. After two days of dzongs, markets and the Takin preserve, you cross Dochula Pass to the warmer Punakha valley, then return to Paro for the climb to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest), Bhutan's most famous sight. A licensed guide and private car stay with you throughout, as Bhutan requires.

Highlights

Tiger's Nest hike
Punakha Dzong
Dochula Pass
Buddha Dordenma

Tashichho DzongBuddha DordenmaMemorial ChortenPunakha DzongDochula PassChimi LhakhangTiger's Nest (Taktsang)Rinpung DzongNational Museum (Ta Dzong)

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Paro, drive to Thimphu

Arrive at Paro International Airport, meet your Bhutanese guide
Scenic drive along the Paro and Wang Chhu rivers to Thimphu (about 1.5 hours)
Evening at the Buddha Dordenma, one of the largest seated Buddha statues in the world

Day 2Thimphu sightseeing

National Memorial Chorten, where locals walk their morning prayers
Motithang Takin Preserve to see Bhutan's national animal
Folk Heritage Museum and the Royal Textile Academy
Tashichho Dzong, seat of the government, lit up in the evening

Day 3Thimphu to Punakha via Dochula Pass

Dochula Pass (3,100 m) with its 108 memorial chortens and Himalayan views on clear days
Punakha Dzong at the meeting of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers
Walk across the Punakha suspension bridge, one of Bhutan's longest

Day 4Punakha to Paro

Short walk through rice fields to Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility temple
Drive back to Paro and visit Rinpung Dzong
Free evening in Paro town for handicrafts and Bhutanese tea

Day 5Tiger's Nest (Taktsang) hike

Hike to Taktsang Monastery on the cliff, about 4 to 6 hours return; ponies available for the first half
Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan's oldest temples
Optional hot-stone bath in a farmhouse (on request)

Day 6Depart from Paro

Breakfast and check-out
Transfer to Paro International Airport for your flight home

Photo gallery

Dochula Pass – Punakha — **Dochula Pass**Punakha

Punakha Dzong – Punakha — **Punakha Dzong**Punakha

Tiger's Nest (Taktsang) – Paro — **Tiger's Nest (Taktsang)**Paro

Rinpung Dzong – Paro — **Rinpung Dzong**Paro

Hotels, sightseeing order and the final price are confirmed in your written quote. Timings may change with opening days, weather and local conditions.

Good to know

Thimphu: Visit the Memorial Chorten in the early morning to join locals circling it.
Punakha: Stop at Dochula Pass early for the clearest mountain views.
Paro: Do the Tiger's Nest hike on your last full day, when you are acclimatised.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Thimphu, Punakha, Paro
Ideal for: Cultural holidays, Family holidays, Photography holidays
Best time: March to May and September to November
Trip style: Private tour with a licensed Bhutanese guide
Package code: NX-TOP-01

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Included

5 nights hotel stay with breakfast and dinner
Licensed English-speaking Bhutanese guide throughout
Private vehicle with driver for all transfers and sightseeing
Monument entry fees on the itinerary
Bhutan entry permit processing

Not included

Flights to and from Paro
Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) charged per night by the Government of Bhutan, unless added to your quote
Lunch, pony hire and hot-stone bath
Travel insurance and personal expenses
GST and TCS as applicable

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Thimphu: March to May and September to November. Punakha: March to May and September to November. Paro: March to May and September to November.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Thimphu (Paro (PBH), about 1.5 hours). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.