Bhutan

🏔 Bhutan Travel Itinerary | Infinite Journeys Across the Globe

Destination: The Kingdom of Bhutan – “Land of the Thunder Dragon”
Trip Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights (ideal first visit)
Best Time to Visit: March–May (spring blooms) & September–November (clear skies, festivals)

🧭 Day 1: Arrival in Paro – Gateway to Bhutan

• Arrival: Land at Paro International Airport – one of the world’s most scenic landings

• Check-in: Traditional Bhutanese hotel or boutique resort

• Morning:

  • Visit Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong) – fortress-monastery with stunning architecture

  • Explore National Museum of Bhutan (Ta Dzong)

• Afternoon:

  • Stroll around Paro town for handicrafts & souvenirs

• Evening:

  • Traditional Bhutanese dinner with Ema Datshi (chili & cheese curry)

🏯 Day 2: Paro – Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery

• Morning:

  • Early hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) – perched dramatically on a cliff at 3,120 m

  • One of Bhutan’s most iconic spiritual sites

• Afternoon:

  • Return to Paro, relax with herbal tea or a hot stone bath (traditional Bhutanese spa)

• Evening:

  • Cultural dance show or quiet riverside walk

🌄 Day 3: Paro → Thimphu (1.5 hrs drive)

• Morning Transfer: Scenic drive to Thimphu (Bhutan’s capital)

• Attractions in Thimphu:

  • Memorial Chorten – stupa built for peace and prosperity

  • Tashichho Dzong – administrative & monastic fortress

  • Buddha Dordenma – giant golden Buddha statue overlooking the valley

• Evening:

  • Explore Centenary Farmers Market & Craft Bazaar

  • Overnight in Thimphu

🌿 Day 4: Thimphu – Culture & Countryside

• Morning:

  • Visit the Folk Heritage Museum & Textile Museum

  • Watch traditional crafts at the Institute for Zorig Chusum (School of Arts & Crafts)

• Afternoon:

  • Drive to Motithang Takin Preserve (see Bhutan’s national animal)

  • Optional short hike to Wangditse Monastery for valley views

• Evening:

  • Dinner with locals or attend a traditional archery match

🏞 Day 5: Thimphu → Punakha (3 hrs drive)

• Scenic Drive: Cross Dochula Pass (3,100 m) – 108 chortens & Himalayan views

• Punakha Attractions:

  • Punakha Dzong – majestic fortress at the confluence of two rivers

  • Walk across the longest suspension bridge in Bhutan

  • Short hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)

• Evening:

  • Overnight in Punakha amidst rice fields & riverside lodges

🛕 Day 6: Punakha → Paro (Return & Departure)

• Morning: Leisurely drive back to Paro

• Optional Stops:

  • Dochula Sunrise Viewpoint

  • Simtokha Dzong near Thimphu

• Afternoon: Last-minute shopping for Thangka paintings, handmade crafts, yak wool scarves

• Departure: Fly out of Paro International Airport

✈️ Travel Tips

• Visa & Entry:

  • Bhutan requires a visa (for most nationalities) & Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) – arrange via licensed tour operator

• Currency: Ngultrum (BTN) – tied to Indian Rupee

• Connectivity: Limited mobile coverage in rural areas – embrace the digital detox

• What to Pack: Warm layers, trekking shoes, modest clothing for temples, camera

📌 Highlights of Bhutan

• 🏯 Majestic Dzongs & monasteries

• ⛰ Himalayan mountain passes & valleys

• 🙏 Spiritual hikes (Tiger’s Nest & village trails)

• 🏹 Archery, festivals & vibrant culture

• 🍲 Spicy yet comforting Bhutanese cuisine

Bhutan isn’t just a country—it’s a feeling. A place where Gross National Happiness outweighs GDP, where mountains whisper prayers, and where life slows into mindfulness.
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