Arrive in Paro
Thimphu
Drive to Thimphu along the river.
Meals included
- Lunch
- Dinner
bhutan: paro & thimphu
Bhutan: Paro & Thimphu
Bhutan
Monasteries, a hike to Tiger's Nest and a night in a farmhouse in the Punakha valley.
Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Group Size
6–14 travellers
Best Season
March, April, October, November
Upcoming Departures
DatesStatusAvailability
18 Dec – 23 Dec 2026In 2 monthsFilling fast
15 Jan – 20 Jan 2027In 3 monthsOpen
21 Feb – 26 Feb 2027In 4 monthsOpen
Overview
<p>A short, unhurried trip through western Bhutan with a licensed Bhutanese guide. The Tiger's Nest hike is on the last full day, once everyone has acclimatised.</p><p>Permits and the sustainable development fee are arranged by us before you travel.</p>
Highlights
- Hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest)
- Punakha Dzong at the river confluence
- Dochula pass and its 108 chortens
- Dinner in a farmhouse
Itinerary
Thimphu
Thimphu
Buddha Dordenma, the weekend market and the textile museum.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Over Dochula to Punakha
Punakha
108 chortens on the pass, then the dzong.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Back to Paro
Paro
Farmhouse dinner in the valley.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Tiger's Nest
Paro
The hike up to the monastery on the cliff.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Fly home
Paro
Transfer to Paro airport.
Meals included
- Breakfast
What's Included
- 5 nights in hotels and a farmhouse
- All meals
- Bhutanese guide and driver
- Entry permits
- Sustainable development fee
What's Not Included
- Flights to Paro
- Travel insurance
- Drinks
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Indians need a visa for Bhutan?
No. Indian citizens need a permit, which we arrange with your passport or voter ID.
Is the Tiger's Nest hike hard?
It is steady uphill for about two and a half hours. Ponies can take you halfway.
Fitness Level
Moderate. The Tiger's Nest hike is about five hours return.
Weather Notes
Clear, cool days. Cold nights in winter.
Wanderline Holidays Moments
Captured along the way.
Real moments from our travellers, click any photo to view full size.