Discover Bhutan’s towns and capital on a 9D/8N adventure Bhutan

Upon arrival at NJP Railway Station or IXB Airport, you'll be driven to Phuentsholing, a bustling border town in Southern Bhutan. (Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)

Phuentsholing is a vibrant commercial center and the gateway to Bhutan.

Once you arrive, you'll be welcomed by your Bhutanese guide, and you'll have the opportunity to photograph the grand, decorative gate that marks your entry into Bhutan.

Check-in at your hotel and enjoy a leisurely evening.

Spend the night at a hotel in Phuentsholing.

tart your day with breakfast, followed by completing the necessary immigration formalities. (Distance: 176 kms. / Driving Time: 6 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2,350 mts.)

You'll then proceed to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan, situated at an altitude of 7,710 feet.

En route, you'll stop at Kharbandi Goemba, a monastery founded in 1967 by the Royal Grandmother, Ashi Phuntsho Choden.

The monastery offers a beautiful view of Phuentsholing and the surrounding plains and features paintings depicting the life of Buddha and statues of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and Guru Rinpoche.

Continue your journey as the plains give way to foothills and eventually to the towering Himalayan slopes.

Upon arrival in Thimphu, check into your hotel. The evening is yours to explore or relax.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Thimphu.

After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Thimphu.

Your first stop will be Kuensel Phodrang, home to the massive Buddha Dordenma statue, which offers stunning views of Thimphu town.

Visit the National Memorial Chorten, built in 1974 in honor of the third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, where you’ll find locals circumambulating in prayer.

Explore the Folk Heritage Museum to gain insight into Bhutanese lifestyle and rural artifacts.

Next, visit Changangkha Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Thimphu, followed by a trip to Motithang Takin Reserve, where you can see the Takin, Bhutan’s national animal.

In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong, the impressive fortress that houses government offices, the King’s secretariat, and the central monk body.

Spend the night at a hotel in Thimphu.

After breakfast, you will drive to Punakha, stopping at Dochula Pass, which sits at an altitude of 3,100 meters. (Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1,310 mts.)

The pass is famous for its 108 Druk Wangyal Stupas.

Continue your journey to Punakha/Wangdue and visit Chimi Lhakhang, the Temple of Fertility, which involves a short hike of about 30-45 minutes.

Next, visit Punakha Dzong, located at the confluence of the Mo Chhu and Po Chhu rivers.

Afterward, check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Stay at a hotel in Punakha/Wangdue for the night.

After breakfast, depart for Paro, stopping at the Royal Botanical Garden at Lamperi, Bhutan’s first botanical park.

Continue the journey, stopping again at the Immigration Checkpoint in Hongtsho Village to return the permit.

Visit Tamchog Lhakhang, a temple built in the 13th century by Thangthong Gyalpo, known for constructing iron bridges.

Upon arrival in Paro, visit Ta Dzong, a historic watchtower turned national museum, and Paro Rimpung Dzong, also known as the Fortress of the Heap of Jewels, built in 1646.

Walk down to Nemi Zam Bridge, a traditional covered cantilever bridge connecting Paro town to the Dzong.

Check into your hotel and spend the evening at leisure.

Enjoy an overnight stay at a hotel in Paro.

Start the day with breakfast and then visit the iconic Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest), perched at 3,100 meters in Upper Paro Valley.

According to the legend, Guru Rinpoche flew here on the back of a tigress and meditated at the monastery.

The hike to the monastery is steep and can take about 5-6 hours to complete, making it challenging for small children and the elderly.

On the way back, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred temples in Bhutan.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Paro.

After breakfast, head out for an excursion to Chele La Pass, the highest motorable pass in Bhutan, offering views of both Paro and Haa Valleys.

Continue your journey to Haa Valley, where you will visit the 7th-century Lhakhang Karpo (White Temple), Lhakhang Nagpo (Black Temple), and Haa Wangchuk Lo Dzong.

After exploring, return to your hotel in Paro for an evening at leisure.

Stay the night at Paro, in a hotel.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive back to Phuentsholing. (Distance: 200 kms. / Driving Time: 7 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)

Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the evening at your leisure.

Stay overnight at a hotel in Phuentsholing.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to NJP Railway Station or IXB Airport for your journey back home. Tashi Delek! (Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of NJP/IXB: 89 mts.)