BHUTAN · LAND OF HAPPINESS

Magical Bhutan

8N/9D · Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha & Paro

★★★★★ 4.8 Rated 👥 500+ Travelers 🛡️ Trip Captain Included
9 DaysDuration
3 & 4 StarHotel Category
MAP (B/fast + Dinner)Meal Plan
Private, English GuideTransfers
Custom DatesDeparture

Magical Bhutan — 8N/9D Journey Through Tranquility & Culture

Bhutan doesn't just show you mountains – it shows you peace. This route covers the border town of Phuentsholing, the capital Thimphu, the fertile Punakha valley, and Paro's cliffside monasteries, with a private vehicle and experienced guide throughout.

  • Route: Phuentsholing (2N) – Thimphu (2N) – Punakha (2N) – Paro (2N)
  • Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
  • Vehicle: Swift Dzire or similar (India side), Santa Fe / Tucson or similar (Bhutan side)
  • Entry: Via Bagdogra (IXB) or NJP, overland to Phuentsholing

Trip Highlights

  • ✓Thimphu Sightseeing – National Library, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Motithang Takin Preserve
  • ✓Dochula Pass – 108 chortens and Himalayan peaks at 3,100m, en route to Punakha
  • ✓Punakha Dzong & Chimi Lhakhang – the Fertility Temple and the scenic suspension bridge
  • ✓Phobjikha (Gangtey) Valley – home of the rare black-necked cranes
  • ✓Paro Sightseeing – Drukgyel Dzong, Ta Dzong (National Museum), Kyichu Lhakhang, Rinpung Dzong
  • ✓Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest) – the iconic cliffside hike at 3,120m, with optional Chele La Pass
Flexible Departures Dates are fully customizable to suit your travel window — tell us when you'd like to go and we'll build the package around it.

Travel Requirements (Indian Nationals)

  • ✓Valid passport (6+ months validity) or Voter ID for adults
  • ✓Passport or birth certificate for children
  • ✓2 passport-size photographs
  • ✓Declaration of prior Bhutan visits, if applicable

Day-by-Day Itinerary

DAY 01Arrival – Bagdogra / NJP – Phuentsholing
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Welcome to the gateway of Bhutan! Meet our representative at the airport/station and drive through scenic tea gardens and misty hills to Phuentsholing, the border town blending Indian warmth with Bhutanese calm.

Overnight: Phuentsholing
DAY 02Phuentsholing – Thimphu
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After immigration formalities, drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, admiring winding mountain roads and lush valleys en route. By evening, visit the Buddha View Point for a panoramic view of Thimphu city under the twilight sky.

Overnight: ThimphuMeals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 03Thimphu Sightseeing – The Cultural Capital
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After breakfast, explore the best of Thimphu – the National Library, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, and Motithang Takin Preserve (to spot Bhutan's national animal). Also visit Simply Bhutan, the Art & Craft School, and the Handicraft Emporium for local treasures.

Overnight: ThimphuMeals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 04Thimphu – Punakha (via Dochula Pass)
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Drive through the stunning Dochula Pass (3,100m), where 108 chortens and Himalayan peaks greet you. In Punakha, visit the majestic Punakha Dzong, the sacred Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple), and the scenic suspension bridge.

Overnight: PunakhaMeals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 05Punakha – Excursion to Gangtey Valley
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A breathtaking excursion to the Phobjikha Valley, home of the rare black-necked cranes. Explore Gangtey Monastery and the Crane Information Centre while soaking in the serene beauty of Bhutan's countryside. Return to Punakha by evening.

Overnight: PunakhaMeals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 06Punakha – Paro
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After breakfast, drive through charming villages and riverside roads to Paro, a town rich in tradition and natural beauty. Visit Drukgyel Dzong, Ta Dzong (National Museum), Kyichu Lhakhang, and Rinpung Dzong.

Overnight: ParoMeals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 07Paro – Tiger's Nest Monastery & More
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Hike up to the iconic Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest), perched dramatically on a cliff at 3,120m. Optionally, drive to Chele La Pass – the highest motorable point in Bhutan – for a stunning mountain panorama. Evening free for shopping and café hopping in Paro town.

Overnight: ParoMeals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 08Paro – Phuentsholing
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After breakfast, drive back to Phuentsholing, retracing your scenic mountain journey. Relax and enjoy your last evening in Bhutan.

Overnight: PhuentsholingMeals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 09Phuentsholing – Departure (IXB/NJP)
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After breakfast, check out and proceed on your return journey with unforgettable memories of Bhutan – the Land of Happiness.

Meal: Breakfast

Cost

3-Star Hotels
₹61,810 / person

Rates valid for Indian nationals only, based on double sharing.

Hotel Options

DestinationNights3-Star4-Star
Phuentsholing2Tara Phendaling or similarTashi Namgay / Bhutan Gamaga or similar
Thimphu2Hotel Lah Yul / Hotel Taksang or similarRamada / Lemon Tree / Thimphu Central Penang Boutique or similar
Punakha2Punatsangchu / Punakha Boutique / Lobesa or similarZhimkham Resort / Khuru Resort or similar
Paro2Penchu Boutique / Trenz Paro / Hotel River Front / Central Point or similarThim Dorjey / Kichhu Resort / Tashi Namgay or similar

Cost Includes

  • Accommodation in well-rated hotels
  • Daily breakfast & dinner (MAP plan)
  • All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Experienced tour guide
  • SDF (Sustainable Development Fee)
  • All applicable hotel taxes

Cost Excludes

  • 5% GST
  • Airfare
  • Monument & entry fees
  • Personal expenses (shopping, laundry, etc.)
  • Any service not mentioned above
  • Any new government rules or fee changes

Cancellation Policy

  • 20+ days before departure: 10% cancellation charges
  • 12–19 days before departure: 25% cancellation charges
  • 7–11 days before departure: 75% cancellation charges
  • 0–6 days before departure: 100% cancellation charges

Paro, Bhutan

Terms & Conditions

🌤️ Weather & Climate Advisory — Bhutan
  • Bhutan requires an entry permit and Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for every traveler, processed in advance and subject to Bhutanese immigration approval.
  • Mountain weather changes quickly - Paro/Thimphu/Punakha routes can see fog or snow (Dec-Feb) and flights into Paro are weather-sensitive and can be delayed.
  • Some monasteries and treks (e.g. Tiger's Nest) involve a moderate uphill hike at altitude - reasonable fitness is required.

Payment Policy

  • 50% advance payment confirms your booking.
  • 30% of the package cost is due 30 days before departure.
  • The remaining 20% is due 15 days before departure.
  • For bookings made within 15 days of departure, full payment is required at the time of booking.
  • Payments are accepted via UPI or bank transfer; a confirmation is shared on WhatsApp once received.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancelled 30+ days before departure: 25% of the total package cost is deducted.
  • Cancelled 15–29 days before departure: 50% of the total package cost is deducted.
  • Cancelled within 14 days of departure, or no-show: 100% of the total package cost is non-refundable.
  • One free date change is allowed up to 15 days before departure, subject to seat availability on the new batch.
  • Refunds, where applicable, are processed within 7–10 working days to the original payment method.

General Booking Terms

  • Itinerary sequence may change due to weather, road conditions, or local authority restrictions, while covering all listed sightseeing.
  • A valid government photo ID is mandatory for every traveler at check-in and permit checkpoints.
  • GetSetGo07 acts as a facilitator between travelers and third-party service providers (hotels, transport, activity operators) and is not liable for their independent actions.
  • Prices are per person on the sharing basis mentioned and are subject to change until the booking is confirmed.