Land-Entry Route
6-Day Thimphu, Punakha & Paro Land-Entry Tour
A six-day land-entry route with deeper Thimphu sightseeing, Punakha valley experiences, Paro cultural activities, and Tiger's Nest.
Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
RoutePhuentsholing - Thimphu - Punakha - Paro - Phuentsholing
Best ForTravelers wanting a complete western route
Tour CodeUH-LET-006
Thimphu cultureDochulaPunakhaTiger'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 Sightseeing
- Observe traditional arts and crafts at School of Arts and Crafts
- Explore Folk Heritage Museum (traditional Bhutanese lifestyle)
- Visit National Textile Museum (weaving heritage and textiles)
- Drive past National Memorial Chorten
- Visit Buddha Dordenma viewpoint
- Explore Centenary Weekend Market (Wednesday to Monday)
- Visit Changlimithang Archery Ground, live match if available
- Overnight stay in Thimphu (2,400 m)
Day 03: Thimphu - Drive to Punakha
- Scenic drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass
- Stop at Dochula Pass (108 chortens and Himalayan views)
- Visit Lamperi Botanical Garden (seasonal rhododendrons and forest walk)
- Visit Punakha Dzong (river confluence fortress)
- Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten
- River rafting on the Punakha River
- Overnight stay in Punakha (1,350 m)
Day 04: Punakha - Drive to Paro
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Gentle village walk through Sopsokha / Metsina 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
- River rafting on the Punakha River (additional cost)
- Explore Paro town and handicraft shops
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 05: Paro Sightseeing
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang (one of Bhutan's oldest temples)
- Optional hot stone bath and farmhouse dinner (additional cost)
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 06: 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.