9 Days / 8 Nights Bhutan Cultural Tour
Start/End: Phuentsholing
Destinations: Thimphu ➝ Punakha ➝ Paro
DAY 1: Arrival in Phuentsholing
- Pick-up from Phuentsholing border gate.
- Assist with permit processing.
- Check-in at hotel and rest.
- Evening stroll around the town.
Overnight: Phuentsholing
DAY 2: Phuentsholing → Thimphu (5–6 hrs)
- Scenic drive through the mountains.
- En-route stop at Kharbandi Gompa.
- Arrive in Thimphu and check-in.
Evening:
- Walk around Clock Tower Square and local market.
Overnight: Thimphu
DAY 3: Thimphu Local Sightseeing
- National Memorial Chorten
- Buddha Dordenma (Giant Buddha)
- Takin Reserve – national animal of Bhutan
- Simply Bhutan Museum
- Textile Museum
- Tashichho Dzong (evening view)
Overnight: Thimphu
DAY 4: Thimphu → Punakha (2.5 hrs)
- Drive over Dochula Pass (3,100m) – 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens, panoramic Himalayan views.
- Visit Punakha Dzong – Bhutan’s most beautiful fortress.
- Walk to Suspension Bridge – one of the longest in Bhutan.
Overnight: Punakha
DAY 5: Punakha Excursion
- Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple) – gentle village hike.
- Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten – short hike with scenic valley view.
- Free evening to relax in Punakha valley.
Overnight: Punakha
DAY 6: Punakha → Paro (4 hrs)
- Drive to Paro via scenic countryside.
- Visit Tamchoe Iron Bridge en-route.
- Explore Paro Town on arrival.
Overnight: Paro
DAY 7: Paro Sightseeing
- Paro Dzong & National Museum
- Kichu Lhakhang – one of the oldest temples in Bhutan
- Drukgyel Dzong (restored ruins)
- Evening: local handicraft & souvenir market.
Overnight: Paro
DAY 8: Paro – Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Hike
- Full-day hike to Taktsang Monastery (4–6 hours round trip).
- Optional traditional hot stone bath in the evening.
Overnight: Paro
DAY 9: Paro → Phuentsholing Departure (5–6 hrs)
- Drive back to Phuentsholing.
- Drop at hotel/border gate for exit formalities.
✔ Package Includes (suggested)
- Accommodation (3* or as per choice)
- Breakfast & dinner
- Private vehicle with driver
- Guide (for international tourists)
- All permits
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
✔ Not Included (optional)
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Tips & beverages
- Travel insurance