Land-Entry Route
4-Day Thimphu & Paro Cultural Land-Entry Tour
A short border-entry itinerary with a fuller Thimphu sightseeing day before continuing to Paro and Tiger's Nest.
Duration4 Days / 3 Nights
RoutePhuentsholing - Thimphu - Paro - Phuentsholing
Best ForGuests wanting more Thimphu time
Tour CodeUH-LET-002
Thimphu sightseeingSimply BhutanParoLand exit
Day 01: Arrival in Phuentsholing - Transfer to Thimphu
- Arrival at Phuentsholing entry point
- Meet and greet with guide and traditional khaddar welcome
- Complete entry immigration formalities depending on arrival at the border
- Scenic drive to Thimphu
- En-route stops for refreshments and photography
- Leisure walk in Thimphu city and local markets, time permitting
- Overnight stay in Thimphu (2,400 m)
Day 02: Thimphu Sightseeing - Transfer to Paro
- Visit Buddha Dordenma viewpoint
- Visit National Memorial Chorten
- Visit Tashichho Dzong
- Visit Simply Bhutan or Folk Heritage Museum
- Outdoor cultural activities with traditional dress, archery, and darts
- Explore Thimphu town and handicraft shops
- Scenic drive to Paro
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 03: Paro Sightseeing
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
- Optional hot stone bath and farmhouse dinner (additional cost)
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 04: Paro - Transfer to Phuentsholing / Departure
- Breakfast at hotel
- Scenic drive to Phuentsholing
- En-route stops for refreshments and photography
- Transfer to Phuentsholing exit point
- Exit Bhutan
Prices mentioned are for international travelers and do not apply to regional travelers from India, Bangladesh, or Maldives.