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6N / 7DBhutan Classic: Thimphu, Punakha & Paro
Thimphu 2N · Punakha 2N · Paro 2N
From, per person₹93,600₹1,10,300
View itineraryPackage code · AGH-BT-103
Bhutan with Phobjikha Valley
Thimphu 2N · Punakha 1N · Phobjikha 1N · Paro 2N
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Overview
Six nights, starting in Paro and ending in Paro: two nights in Thimphu, one night in Punakha, one night in Phobjikha, two nights in Paro. A private vehicle and driver stay with you from arrival to drop-off. Hotels are 3-star with daily breakfast, with Standard and Premium options in the price table. Airfare is not included.
Duration6N / 7D
Start–endParo–Paro
SeasonOct–May
TravelPrivate transfers
MealsDaily breakfast
Highest point3,360 m
Highlights
- Buddha Dordenma and Memorial Chorten in Thimphu
- Punakha Dzong and Punakha suspension bridge in Punakha
- Gangtey monastery and Black-necked crane centre in Phobjikha
- Taktsang and Rinpung Dzong in Paro
Day-wise plan
DAY1Paro to Thimphu55 km, about 1 hr 15 min · via Chuzom
55 km, about 1 hr 15 min · via Chuzom · Altitude 2,334 m
Morning
Pickup from Paro airport, railway station or hotel at 7 am.
Afternoon
Drive to Thimphu.
Evening
Check in. Evening at the Clock Tower square.
DAY2Thimphu sightseeingThimphu · Hotel
Altitude 2,334 m
Morning
Buddha Dordenma, the Memorial Chorten and the Tashichho Dzong.
Afternoon
Folk Heritage Museum, the takin preserve at Motithang and the weekend market.
Evening
Tashichho Dzong at dusk.
Sightseeing
Buddha Dordenma · Memorial Chorten · Tashichho Dzong · Motithang takin preserve
DAY3Thimphu to Punakha72 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via Dochula Pass
72 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via Dochula Pass · Highest point 3,100 m
Morning
Breakfast and check out.
Afternoon
Drive to Punakha.
Evening
Check in in the valley.
DAY4Punakha to Phobjikha80 km, about 3 hrs · via Wangdue and Lawala Pass
80 km, about 3 hrs · via Wangdue and Lawala Pass · Highest point 3,360 m
Morning
Punakha Dzong at the meeting of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers, and the suspension bridge. Set off after lunch.
Afternoon
Drive to Phobjikha.
Evening
Check in in the glacial valley.
Sightseeing
Punakha Dzong · Punakha suspension bridge · Chimi Lhakhang
Tip: Black-necked cranes winter here from late October to February.
DAY5Phobjikha to Paro190 km, about 6 hrs · via Dochula Pass
190 km, about 6 hrs · via Dochula Pass · Highest point 3,360 m
Morning
Gangtey monastery and the black-necked crane centre. Set off after lunch.
Afternoon
Drive to Paro.
Evening
Check in. Evening walk in Paro town.
Sightseeing
Gangtey monastery · Black-necked crane centre · Gangtey nature trail
Tip: Indian nationals need a passport or voter ID; the entry permit is arranged by us.
DAY6Paro sightseeingParo · Hotel
Altitude 2,200 m
Morning
Hike to Taktsang, the Tiger’s Nest monastery, about 5 hrs return.
Afternoon
Rinpung Dzong, the National Museum at Ta Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang.
Evening
Hot stone bath at a farmhouse.
Sightseeing
Taktsang · Rinpung Dzong · Kyichu Lhakhang · National Museum
Optional, paid locally
Pony for the Taktsang hike: about Nu 1,500 per person
Chele La pass drive (3,988 m): with the vehicle at no extra cost
Tip: Indian nationals need a passport or voter ID; the entry permit is arranged by us.
DAY7Departure from ParoNo overnight stay
Morning
Breakfast and check out.
Afternoon
Transfer to Paro airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Inclusions
Included
- 6 nights’ stay on twin sharing, as listed under Hotels
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Airport transfers and sightseeing in the itinerary by private vehicle with an English-speaking driver
- Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in the itinerary
- Bhutan entry permit and Sustainable Development Fee for Indian nationals (₹1,200 per person per night)
Not included
- International and domestic airfare
- Lunch and dinner unless listed
- Optional activities marked in the itinerary
- Tourism or city taxes collected by hotels
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
- 5% GST and TCS as per government rules
- Air, rail or road bookings can be done by us at an additional cost, as per actuals.
- Anything not listed under Included
Hotels
| Where | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thimphu · Nights 1–2 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Punakha · Night 3 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Phobjikha · Night 4 Farmhouse or lodge | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Paro · Nights 5–6 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
Hotel names are confirmed in your quote. If a listed hotel is full, we book one of the same category and tell you before you pay.
Prices
| Per person | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin sharing | ₹84,700 pp | ₹99,400 pp | ₹1,33,500 pp |
| Triple sharing | ₹76,400 pp | ₹89,600 pp | ₹1,20,400 pp |
| Single occupancy | ₹1,34,500 | ₹1,57,900 | ₹2,12,600 |
| Child with bed (5–11) | ₹59,800 | ₹70,100 | ₹94,000 |
| Child without bed (5–11) | ₹43,200 | ₹50,500 | ₹67,600 |
Valid for travel till 31 March 2027. 5% GST extra. Peak-date supplements apply at Christmas, New Year, Diwali, Holi and long weekends.
Policies
Booking and payment
Book with a 25% advance. The balance is due 15 days before travel. Payments are received by Agrima Holidays Private Limited through its bank account or a secure payment link, and are acknowledged with a tax invoice.
Cancellation and refund
30 or more days before travel: 10% of the package cost is retained. 15–29 days: 25%. 7–14 days: 50%. Under 7 days: no refund. Refunds go to the original payment method within 10 working days.
Children
Children under 5 travel free when sharing the parents’ bed. Children 5–11 pay the child rate in the price table. 12 and above pay the adult rate.
Changes on the road
Weather or road closures can change the order of sightseeing. Your driver and trip planner will agree changes with you on the day.
FAQ
Is altitude a concern on this trip?
This itinerary goes above 3,000 m. The plan includes a rest day or gradual climb; drink plenty of water and tell us about any heart, lung or blood-pressure condition before booking.
Can I change the hotels?
Yes. Choose Standard, Deluxe or Premium and your planner will send hotel options in that category.
Is the vehicle private?
Yes, the vehicle and driver are for your group only, from the first pickup to the last drop.
Can I add or drop a night?
Yes. Your trip planner will revise the itinerary and quote.
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