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A traditional dzong with a tall prayer flag above the Thimphu valley

Cultural Tours

8 Days Bagdogra (International)

  • 8 Days / 7 Nights
  • Bagdogra · Phuentsholing · Thimphu · Punakha · Paro

For international guests flying into Bagdogra: cross the border at Phuentsholing, see Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, and return by road.

Day-by-day itinerary

Every journey is private and can be adjusted to your pace, interests and travel dates.

Day1Arrival at Bagdogra Airport and drive to Phuentsholing Bhutan

Our representative from Exclusive Bhutan Journey will welcome you at Bagdogra airport, Siliguri, West Bengal, India where your Bhutan Tour and Travel will start, and drive to Bhutan border Town Phuentsholing which is 4hrs drive.

Overnight at Phuentsholing/Border

Day2Drive to Thimphu from Phuentsholing

After breakfast proceed to immigration for visa formality then drive to Thimphu, capital city of Bhutan.

  • Chuzom Bridge, where one can get to see three type of stupas in one place and beautiful location to take pictures.
  • Gedu Stupas visit around
  • Milarapa Lhakhang visit

On reaching Thimphu, check in the Hotel.

Overnight in Thimphu

Day3Explore Thimphu Bhutan Tour

After breakfast Explore and visit Thimphu city.

  • Memorial Chorten, it was built in 1974 by Her Majesty the Queen Mother Ashi Phuntsho Choden in memory of her son, Third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
  • Buddha Statue, facing Thimphu valley down below is the worlds’ largest and tallest Buddha statue standing at the height of 169 feet (52m). From here one can have a 360-degree view of Thimphu city.
  • View Tashichho Dzong, just near bank of the Wangchu River, Tashicho Dzong was built in 1641 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and enlarged in 1694 by Gyalse Tenzin Rabgay. Today, the dzong is the seat of the central government, His Majesty the King’s office, and the summer residence of the Central Monastic Body.
  • Visit Bhutan Textile Museum and Bhutanese Weaving center
  • Simply Bhutan, get to see Bhutan Culture and traditional, Traditional Archery Play Experience.
  • Craft Bazaar
  • Visit Royal Takin Zoo
  • Visit authentic Bhutanese paper factory center

After lunch, you can also enjoy your hiking trail with the view of Thimphu City (Optional)

Leisure time at Main town

Overnight at Thimphu

Day4Drive further from Thimphu to Punakha

After breakfast drive towards Punakha via Dochula pass.

  • Dochula Pass, an hour's drive from Thimphu will take you to this pass (3140 m) where one can have a superb view of the Eastern Himalayas on a clear day with a powerful binocular telescope. Visit the beautiful 108 chortens.
  • Punakha Dzong, the dzong is situated on a stretch of a land where two rivers – Phochu and Mochu – meet. The dzong was built by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in and the first monarch, King Ugyen Wangchuck, was crowned there and it served as the capital of the country until 1955.
  • Visit Chimi Lhakhang, Temple of Fertility
  • Visit Botanical Garden
  • Suspension Bridge
  • River Rafting, In Punakha very smooth river one can enjoy rafting (Optional).

Overnight at Punakha

Day5Drive from Punakha to Paro Valley

After Breakfast drive to Punakha from Paro.

  • View Simotokha Dzong
  • Ta Dzong (national museum), the dzong was built in the mid-17th century as a watchtower overlooking Paro Dzong and the circular dzong houses the National Museum of Bhutan.
  • Paro Rinpung Dzong, at the bank of Pachu River, Paro Dzong, formally known as Rinchen Pung Dzong was built in 1644 under the command of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. It is one of the most beautiful and historically important dzongs in the country.
  • Visit Paro Dzong and take pictures with Bhutanese dress.
  • Airport Viewpoint
  • River side visit on the way to Paro

Overnight at Paro

Day6Explore Paro Taktsang monastery hike (Tiger Nest Bhutan Tour and Hike)

After breakfast drive towards Taktsang base from where the hike begins. Horse riding facilities are available till view point.

  • Taktsang monastery, the monastery is located 900 m above Paro valley on the face of a rocky cliff. Taktshang is perhaps the most famous monastery in the country. The monastery was named Taktshang after Guru Rinpoche flew there from Kurtoe Singay Dzong (Eastern Bhutan) riding on a tigress to subdue a demon.
  • Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
  • Hot Stone Bath (OPTIONAL)

Leisure Time at Paro Town

Overnight at Paro

Day7Drive from Paro to Phuentsholing

After breakfast drive to Phuentsholing from Paro valley

  • Visit Tachong Lhakhang
  • Stop at Chuzom for photo and view with fresh air around.

After Lunch drive to Phuentsholing from Paro.

Do shopping and leisure time inside the Town.

Overnight at Phuentsholing/Border

Day8Drive to Bagdogra Airport from Phuentsholing, Bhutan for departure

After breakfast, your guide and driver will see you off at Bagdogra airport for your onward destinations.

Tour cost for international guests

Cost includes

  • Gov’t Rated Premium 3 * Accommodation in twin sharing (Can upgrade to 4* and 5* with additional payment)
  • Transportation comfortable Toyota Hiace bus/ Hyundai H1
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
  • All tourists taxes
  • Tea and snack during Tour time
  • Pick and drop till Airport
  • All sightseeing tour as per itinerary
  • Experience English speaking Tour guide
  • Bhutan E-visa fee once time of $40
  • Government SDF fee $100 per night per person included (Child up to 6-12yrs, $50 per night SDF fee)
  • Daily mineral water during tour
  • Travel Insurance for during your stay in Bhutan
  • Last night Bhutanese Cultural show in Group Tour
  • All monuments fee included
  • Get to Wear Bhutanese Cultural Dress during your tour to Bhutan
  • 100% Tourist Visa Guarantee

Cost excluded

  • Beverages
  • Tips
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Flight

Good to know

  • Private tours: your own guide, driver and vehicle throughout.
  • Payment terms and the cancellation policy are set out on our payment terms page.

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