Bhutan Panorama: 5-Day Himalayan Journey from Phuntsholing

Travel back in time and take a journey that few people have had the opportunity to experience. Druk Yul, Bhutan’s official name, is known as the Land of the Dragon People with a rich cultural heritage that has largely remained hidden until its recent emergence onto the world stage.

Day-wise Program

Day 01 – Arrive at Phuntsholing – Transfer to Thimphu

Altitude: Phuntsholing: 293m, Thimphu: 2,320m,
Distance: 165 km

Meet Bhutanese tour representative
Complete permit/immigration formalities
Scenic drive through forested hills and valleys
Evening visit to Clock Tower Square and local markets

🛏️ Overnight: Thimphu

Day 02 – Thimphu Local Sightseeing – Transfer to Punakha

Altitude: Thimphu: 2,320m, Dochula Pass: 3,100m, Punakha: 1,200m,
Distance: 85 km

National Memorial Chorten
Buddha Dordenma Statue
Motithang Takin Preserve
Folk Heritage Museum or Simply Bhutan
Dochula Pass with 108 chortens
Punakha Suspension Bridge
Punakha Dzong (Palace of Great Happiness)

🛏️ Overnight: Punakha

Day 03 – Punakha – Transfer to Paro with Local Sightseeing

Altitude: Punakha: 1,200m, Paro: 2,200m,
Distance: 125 km

Paro Rinpung Dzong
Nyamai Zampa Bridge
Ta Dzong (National Museum)
Explore Paro Town
Optional: Traditional hot stone bath

🛏️ Overnight: Paro

Day 04 – Paro – Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)

Altitude: Base: 2,600m, Tiger’s Nest: 3,120m,

Hike to Taktsang Monastery
Midway stop at Taktsang Cafeteria
Afternoon visit to Kyichu Lhakhang