Land-Entry Route
5-Day Punakha & Paro Land-Entry Tour
A five-day land-entry journey adding Punakha valley walks, dzong visits, rafting options, Paro, and Tiger's Nest.
Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
RoutePhuentsholing - Thimphu - Punakha - Paro - Phuentsholing
Best ForTravelers wanting Punakha depth
Tour CodeUH-LET-004
PunakhaKhamsum ChortenParoTiger's Nest
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 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 - Drive to Punakha
- Scenic drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass
- Stop at Dochula Pass for Himalayan views
- Optional short nature hike to Lungchutse
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of the Divine Madman)
- Check in at hotel in Punakha
- Overnight stay in Punakha (1,350 m)
Day 03: Punakha Sightseeing - Drive to Paro
- Short hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten
- Walk through paddy fields and valley viewpoints
- Visit Punakha Dzong
- Visit Bhutan's longest suspension bridge or Wolokha Nunnery
- River rafting on the Punakha River (additional cost)
- Drive to Paro and check in at hotel
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 04: Paro Sightseeing
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
- Stop at cafeteria viewpoint
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
- Explore Paro town and shopping
- Optional hot stone bath and farmhouse dinner (additional cost)
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 05: 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.