Pilgrimage tours

Bhutan Monasteries & Tiger's Nest

Thimphu's dzong and Buddha Dordenma, Punakha Dzong at the river confluence, and the hike to Taktsang, the Tiger's Nest, above Paro.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inThimphu
RouteThimphu · Punakha · Paro
Places3 destinations
CountryBhutan
Ideal forPilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1JCURK

Best time to visit: March to May and September to November

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Tiger's Nest (Taktsang) – Paro

Trip overview

Thimphu's dzong and Buddha Dordenma, Punakha Dzong at the river confluence, and the hike to Taktsang, the Tiger's Nest, above Paro.

The route spends 1 night in Thimphu, 2 nights in Punakha and 2 nights in Paro, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits pilgrimage tours and cultural holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Tashichho DzongBuddha DordenmaMemorial ChortenPunakha DzongDochula PassChimi LhakhangTiger's Nest (Taktsang)Rinpung DzongNational Museum (Ta Dzong)

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Thimphu

Arrive via Paro (PBH) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Tashichho Dzong: Seat of government

Day 2Thimphu to Punakha

Travel from Thimphu to Punakha by private vehicle
Check in at your Punakha hotel
Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten: Hilltop temple

Day 3Punakha: Punakha Dzong and Dochula Pass

Punakha Dzong: Fortress at the river confluence
Dochula Pass: 108 chortens and Himalayan views

Day 4Punakha to Paro

Travel from Punakha to Paro by private vehicle
Check in at your Paro hotel
Tiger's Nest (Taktsang): Cliffside monastery hike

Day 5Paro: Rinpung Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang

Rinpung Dzong: Fortress monastery
Kyichu Lhakhang: Ancient temple

Day 6Depart from Paro

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Paro International Airport (PBH) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Darshan and aarti timings planned around temple hours
Online darshan or registration booked through official channels where available
Comfortable pace and short walks planned for elders
Dress codes and rules for each shrine shared before you go
Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Thimphu: Visit the Memorial Chorten in the early morning to join locals circling it.
Punakha: Stop at Dochula Pass early for the clearest mountain views.
Paro: Do the Tiger's Nest hike on your last full day, when you are acclimatised.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Thimphu, Punakha, Paro
Ideal for: Pilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Best time: March to May and September to November
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1JCURK

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Thimphu: March to May and September to November. Punakha: March to May and September to November. Paro: March to May and September to November.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Thimphu (Paro (PBH), about 1.5 hours). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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