Land-Entry Route
5-Day Punakha Standard Land-Entry Tour
A balanced five-day itinerary with Thimphu highlights, Dochula, Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang, Paro, and Tiger's Nest.
Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
RoutePhuentsholing - Thimphu - Punakha - Paro - Phuentsholing
Best ForFirst-time land-entry guests
Tour CodeUH-LET-005
Dochula PassPunakha DzongChimi LhakhangParo
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 Sightseeing - Drive to Punakha
- Visit Buddha Dordenma viewpoint
- Drive past National Memorial Chorten
- Scenic drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass
- Stop at Dochula Pass (108 chortens and Himalayan views)
- Visit Lamperi Botanical Garden with zip line adventure option
- Visit Punakha Dzong
- Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Overnight stay in Punakha (1,350 m)
Day 03: Punakha - Drive to Paro
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Gentle village walk through Mesina village
- Drive back to Paro via Dochula Pass and Chuzom
- Visit Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong)
- Visit Ta Dzong - National Museum
- Outdoor cultural activities with traditional dress, archery, and darts
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 04: Paro Sightseeing
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
- Free time in 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.