Cultural Route
6-Day Thimphu, Punakha & Paro Classic
A comfortable classic itinerary with museums, markets, Punakha Dzong, and Tiger’s Nest.
Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
RouteParo • Thimphu • Punakha • Paro
Best ForFirst-time Bhutan travelers
Tour CodeUH-NAC-007
Tiger’s NestPunakhaThimphuParoArchery
Day 01: Arrival in Paro – Transfer to Thimphu
- Arrival at Paro International Airport
- Traditional welcome with khaddar
- Scenic drive to Thimphu (approx. 1.5 hrs)
- Drive along Paro River via Chuzom
- En route stop at Tachogang Lhakhang (evening visit)
- Visit Tashichho Dzong (time permitting)
- Evening leisure walk in Thimphu city (optional)
- Overnight stay in Thimphu (2,400 m)
Day 02: Thimphu Sightseeing
- Observe traditional arts & crafts at School of Arts & Crafts
- Explore Folk Heritage Museum (traditional Bhutanese lifestyle)
- Visit National Textile Museum (weaving heritage & textiles)
- Drive past National Memorial Chorten.
- Visit Buddha Dordenma viewpoint
- Explore Centenary Weekend Market (Wed–Mon)
- Visit Changlimithang Archery Ground (live match if available)
- Overnight stay in Thimphu
Day 03: Thimphu – Punakha
- Scenic drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass
- Stop at Dochula Pass (Himalayan views & 108 chortens)
- Visit Lamperi Botanical Garden (seasonal rhododendrons & forest walk)
- Visit Punakha Dzong (river confluence fortress)
- Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten.
- River Rafting on the Punakha River. (Additional Cost)
- Overnight stay in Punakha (1,350 m)
Day 04: Punakha – Paro
- Drive to Paro via Dochula Pass
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Gentle village walk through Sopsokha / Metsina village
- Visit Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong)
- Visit Ta Dzong – National Museum
- Experience traditional dress & archery activity
- Explore Paro town & handicraft shops
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 05: Paro Sightseeing
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
- Optional hot stone bath & farmhouse dinner (extra cost)
- Overnight stay in Paro
Day 06: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Paro International Airport
- Departure from Bhutan
Prices mentioned are for international travelers and do not apply to regional travelers from India, Bangladesh, or Maldives.