11 Days Bhutan Tour Package – Thimphu, Punakha & Paro
Tour Include:
Tour Highlights:
- 10 Nights / 11 Days Bhutan holiday
- Phuentsholing arrival and immigration assistance
- Thimphu city sightseeing
- Scenic drive through Dochula Pass
- Visit to Punakha Dzong and Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Explore peaceful Phobjikha Valley
- Visit Gangtey Goempa
- Drukgyal Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang in Paro
- Tiger's Nest Monastery hike
- Haa Valley and Chele La Pass excursion
- Paro local sightseeing
- Bhutan SDF included as specified
- Tour guide and entry/immigration assistance included
Why travel with Etripto
- Expert tour manager all throughout the tour.
- Meals included in tour price.
- Music, fun and games everyday.
- Flexibility in cancellations.
- Itinerary
- Tour Details
- Tour Information
- Need To Know
- Policy & Terms
Itinerary (Day Wise)
Phuentsholing – Arrival, Immigration & Local Market
Thimphu – Zangtopelri Lhakhang, Kharbandi Monastery & Evening Market
National Memorial Chorten, Buddha Point, Tashichho Dzong & City Sightseeing
Punakha – Dochula Pass, Druk Wangyal Chortens, Punakha Dzong, Suspension Bridge & Chimi Lhakhang
Phobjikha – Gangtey Goempa & Black-Necked Crane Information Centre
Paro – Drukgyal Dzong & Kyichu Lhakhang
Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike
Haa Valley – Chele La Pass, Lhakhang Karpo, Lhakhang Nagpo & Mini Tiger’s Nest
Rinpung Dzong, Airport View Point & National Museum
Phuentsholing – Scenic Drive, Bhutan Exit Formalities & Transfer to India
IXB/NJP – Departure
Tour Details Best facilities with no added cost
- Stay in well-selected 3-star deluxe hotels
- Clean and comfortable rooms with modern facilities
- Free Wi-Fi, subject to hotel availability
- Hotels located near markets and main areas
- Hotels chosen for good service, cleanliness, and guest reviews
- Airport transfer services included
- Private or shared vehicle based on the package
- Comfortable cars such as Dzire, Ertiga, Innova, or similar
- AC/Non-AC vehicle options available
- Driver charges and parking fees are covered
- Toll taxes are included as per the itinerary
Tour Information Read this to prepare for your tour in the best way!
- Keep your passport and travel documents safe.
- Check entry and permit rules before travelling.
- Carry some local currency for small expenses.
- Pack suitable clothes and comfortable shoes.
- Respect local customs and dress modestly at monasteries.
- Check the weather before visiting mountain areas.
Need to Know Things to consider before the trip!
Documents Required For Domestic Tour
- ADULT: Voters ID / Passport / Driving Licence
- CHILD : Passport / Aadhar Card / School ID
- INFANT: Aadhar Card/ Birth certificate
- ID card, ID card type and ID card number is mandatory at time of booking, kindly carry the same ID card on tour.
- For NRI and Foreign National Guests alongwith Passport, Valid Indian Visa/ OCI Card/ PIO Card is mandatory.
- Carry two passport size photographs.
Documents Required For International Tour
- ADULT: Original Voters ID / Passport - minmum 6 months valid from travel date
- BELOW 18 YRS : Original Birth certificate - minmum 6 months valid from travel date
- FOREIGN NATIONALS : Original Passport, Valid Indian Visa / OCI Card / PIO Card (where applicable) valid Visa (where applicable), and all documents required as per the immigration regulations of the destination country.
- The identity document submitted at the time of booking (Passport, Voter ID, or any other destination-specific mandatory document) must be carried in original throughout the tour. The same document will be required for immigration, hotel check-ins, permits, and other travel formalities.
Payment TermsWe keep it transparent, crystal clear!
Payment Terms
- Guest can pay by Debit card / Credit card / UPI.
Remarks
- The tour price mentioned for this tour is for Indian nationals only.
- The tour price varies for NRI’s or foreign nationals, for more details kindly contact your travel advisor.
- NRIs and Foreign nationals please ensure proper identity is conveyed to booking executive at the time of booking and all details along with passport copies are handed over to the booking executive.
- Standard Check-in and check-out time of hotels in India is generally 1.30 PM and 10 AM respectively.
Detailed Information about 11 Days Bhutan Tour Package – Thimphu, Punakha & Paro
11 Days Bhutan Tour Package – Thimphu, Punakha & Paro
Overview
Experience the best of Bhutan with this carefully planned 11 Days Bhutan Tour Package, covering the cultural charm of Thimphu, the scenic beauty of Punakha and Phobjikha, and the spiritual atmosphere of Paro. This 10 Nights / 11 Days Bhutan trip combines sightseeing, mountain landscapes, monasteries, traditional culture and comfortable stays for a memorable Himalayan holiday.
Your journey begins at the India-Bhutan border through Phuentsholing and takes you through some of Bhutan’s most beautiful destinations. Explore Thimphu's cultural landmarks, admire the Himalayan views from Dochula Pass, discover the historic Punakha Dzong and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Phobjikha Valley. The highlight of the trip is a visit to the famous Tiger's Nest Monastery in Paro.
The package also includes an excursion to Haa Valley through Chele La Pass and local sightseeing in Paro. Transportation, accommodation, meals, SDF and guide services are included as specified in the package quotation.
Detailed 11 Days Bhutan Itinerary
Day 1: IXB/NJP/Siliguri to Phuentsholing – Arrival & Immigration
Arrive at Jaigaon and proceed towards Phuentsholing, the gateway to Bhutan. Complete the required immigration formalities with assistance and explore the local surroundings. In the evening, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the market before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Distance: Approx. 165 km
Travel Time: Approx. 4 hours
Overnight: Phuentsholing
Day 2: Phuentsholing to Thimphu – Scenic Drive & Sightseeing
After breakfast, begin your journey towards Thimphu, Bhutan's capital. En route, visit Zangtopelri Lhakhang and Kharbandi Monastery. Continue through scenic mountain roads and valleys before reaching Thimphu. After hotel check-in, spend the evening exploring the local market.
Distance: Approx. 160 km
Travel Time: Approx. 5 hours
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 3: Thimphu City Tour
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Thimphu. Visit the National Memorial Chorten, Takin Preserve Centre, National Library, National Textile Museum, Buddha Point, Painting School, Tashichho Dzong and Simply Bhutan. Later, enjoy some free time at the local market before returning to the hotel.
Travel Time: Approx. 6 hours
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 4: Thimphu to Punakha – Dochula Pass & Sightseeing
Travel from Thimphu to Punakha through the beautiful Dochula Pass. Stop at the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens and enjoy views of the surrounding Himalayan landscape. Continue towards Punakha and visit the impressive Punakha Dzong, Punakha Suspension Bridge and Chimi Lhakhang.
Distance: Approx. 75 km
Travel Time: Approx. 3 hours
Overnight: Punakha
Day 5: Punakha to Phobjikha – Valley Exploration
Proceed towards the peaceful Phobjikha Valley. Surrounded by mountains and open meadows, Phobjikha offers a relaxing break from the busy travel route. Visit Gangtey Goempa and the Black-Necked Crane Information Centre before enjoying the tranquil surroundings of the valley.
Distance: Approx. 80 km
Travel Time: Approx. 3.5 hours
Overnight: Phobjikha
Day 6: Phobjikha to Paro – Drukgyal Dzong & Kyichu Lhakhang
After breakfast, drive towards Paro. En route, visit the historic ruins of Drukgyal Dzong and the sacred Kyichu Lhakhang. Continue to Paro and check in at the hotel.
Distance: Approx. 155 km
Travel Time: Approx. 5.5 hours
Overnight: Paro
Day 7: Paro – Tiger's Nest Monastery Hike
Today is one of the major highlights of your Bhutan trip. After breakfast, head towards Taktshang Monastery, popularly known as Tiger's Nest. The monastery is dramatically located on a cliff above the Paro Valley and requires an approximately six-hour round-trip hike.
A pony is available at an additional cost, as mentioned in the package document.
Distance: Approx. 12 km
Travel Time: Approx. 5 hours
Overnight: Paro
Day 8: Paro – Haa Valley & Chele La Pass Excursion
Take a scenic excursion to Haa Valley through Chele La Pass. Enjoy the spectacular mountain surroundings and visit Lhakhang Karpo, Lhakhang Nagpo and the Mini Tiger's Nest viewpoint. Return to Paro in the evening.
Distance: Approx. 140 km
Travel Time: Approx. 7.5 hours
Overnight: Paro
Day 9: Paro Local Sightseeing
Explore the cultural and scenic attractions of Paro Valley. Visit Rinpung Dzong, Paro Airport View Point and the National Museum of Bhutan. You can also try Bhutanese traditional wear for memorable photographs before returning to the hotel.
Distance: Approx. 40 km
Travel Time: Approx. 2.5 hours
Overnight: Paro
Day 10: Paro to Phuentsholing – Exit Formalities
After an early breakfast, begin your drive from Paro towards Phuentsholing. Travel through Thimphu and Chukha while enjoying the mountain and valley views. On arrival, complete the required Bhutan exit formalities and continue towards India via Jaigaon.
Distance: Approx. 170 km
Travel Time: Approx. 6 hours
Day 11: Phuentsholing to IXB/NJP – Departure
After breakfast, drive towards Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station for your onward journey. Your memorable Bhutan holiday comes to an end as you bid farewell to Bhutan.
Distance: Approx. 145 km
Travel Time: Approx. 4 hours
Plan Your Bhutan Holiday with Etripto.in
Discover Bhutan's peaceful valleys, monasteries, cultural landmarks and Himalayan landscapes with this 11 Days Bhutan Tour Package. From the border town of Phuentsholing to the cultural heart of Thimphu, scenic Punakha and Phobjikha, and the iconic sights of Paro, this itinerary brings together some of the most memorable experiences included in the supplied tour plan.
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