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06 Nights | 07 Days

Detailed Itinerary

  • Meet & greet at Bagdogra Airport by our representative.
  • Drive to Phuentsholing, the gateway town to Bhutan. (Approx. 4–5 hrs)
  • Enjoy the scenic journey through plains and foothills.
  • Assistance with immigration formalities upon arrival.
  • Overnight in Phuentsholing.
  • After breakfast, complete travel permits.
  • Drive to Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital city. (5–6 hrs)
  • En route stop at:
    • The beautiful Kharbandi Gompa
    • Waterfall viewpoints
    • Welcome gate at Chuzom (the confluence of 3 rivers)
  • Check-in at the hotel and relax.
  • Evening free to stroll around Norzin Lam (city center).
  • Overnight in Thimphu.
    • Full-day visit to the Thimphu Tshechu festival grounds.
    • Witness:
      • Sacred mask dances performed by monks
      • Colorful Bhutanese costumes and cultural displays
      • Ritual blessings and traditional music
    • Interact with locals and enjoy the lively festival ambience.
    • Evening leisure in Thimphu.
    • Overnight in Thimphu.
  • Morning visit to:
    • Buddha Dordenma Statue
    • Memorial Chorten
    • Folk Heritage Museum
    • National Textile Museum
  • Afternoon: Option to revisit the Tshechu festival to experience more performances OR explore:
    • Tashichho Dzong (Fortress and Government seat)
    • Vegetable market
  • Evening leisure.

Overnight in Thimphu

  • Drive to Paro (1 hour).
  • Visit:
    • National Museum (Ta Dzong)
    • Rinpung Dzong
    • Kyichu Lhakhang – one of Bhutan’s oldest temples
  • Stroll around Paro town for handicrafts and souvenirs.

Overnight in Paro

  • Early morning hike to the iconic Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest).
  • Experience the spiritual, scenic, and cultural significance of Bhutan’s most sacred monastery.
  • Afternoon leisure or hot stone bath (optional).
  • Farewell dinner.

Overnight in Paro

  • Drive back to Phuentsholing and then to Bagdogra for onward departure.
  • Tour ends with beautiful memories of Bhutan and the Thimphu Tshechu.

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