Bhutan Trip and Trek, November 2026
Overview
Seven days, six nights, from Bengaluru to Bengaluru. A car/bus trip through Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, with the Tiger's Nest trek in Paro. Five departures between 27 September and 30 October 2026.
Highlights
- Dochula Pass and 108 Stupas
- Punakha Dzong and suspension bridge
- Buddha Dordenma Statue in Thimphu
- Tiger's Nest trek in Paro
- Paro cultural event
- Travel by car or bus
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day
1
Bagdogra ➝ Phuentsholing | Gateway to Bhutan
- Arrive at Bagdogra Airport
- Scenic drive to Phuentsholing
- Enjoy tea gardens and foothill landscapes en route
- Hotel check-in and leisure time
- Evening visit to Zangto Pelri Lhakhang, if time permits
- Dinner & overnight stay in Phuentsholing
Day
2
Phuentsholing ➝ Paro | Enter the Himalayan Kingdom
- Immigration formalities & SDF permit processing
- Scenic mountain drive towards Paro
- Enjoy waterfalls, winding mountain roads & river valleys
- Hotel check-in at Paro
- Evening free to explore Paro town
- Dinner & overnight stay in Paro
Day
3
Paro | Tiger’s Nest Hike
- Hike to the iconic Taktsang Monastery
- Walk through beautiful pine forests
- Enjoy panoramic Himalayan valley views
- Stop at the monastery viewpoint café
- Return to hotel and relax
- Dinner & overnight stay in Paro
- Pony service available at an additional cost
Day
4
Paro ➝ Punakha | Dzongs & Dochula Pass
- Visit Paro Dzong
- Explore the National Museum at Ta Dzong
- Visit Drukgyel Dzong ruins, weather permitting
- Drive towards Punakha via Dochula Pass at 3,100m
- Visit the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens
- Hotel check-in at Punakha
- Dinner & overnight stay in Punakha
Day
5
Punakha ➝ Thimphu | Fortress & Valley Landscapes
- Visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong
- Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Optional short nature walk
- Scenic drive to Thimphu
- Evening at leisure
- Dinner & overnight stay in Thimphu
Day
6
Thimphu | Culture & Heritage
- Visit Buddha Dordenma
- Visit Memorial Chorten
- Explore Tashichho Dzong
- Visit National Folk Heritage Museum
- Visit Motithang Takin Preserve
- Explore Thimphu local market & handicraft shops
- Dinner & overnight stay in Thimphu
Day
7
Thimphu ➝ Phuentsholing ➝ Siliguri | Return Journey
- Scenic drive from Thimphu to Phuentsholing
- Cross the Bhutan–India border
- Continue onwards to Siliguri
- Evening shopping/rest, subject to arrival time
- Dinner & overnight stay in Siliguri
Day
8
Siliguri ➝ Bagdogra ➝ Bangalore | Journey Ends
- Early breakfast
- Transfer to Bagdogra Airport
- Flight back to Bangalore
- Tour concludes
What's Included
✓ Included
- ✈️ Return flights from Bangalore
- 🏨 7 nights accommodation in 3★ hotels
- 🍳 Daily breakfast & dinner
- 🍱 Lunch at local restaurants
- 🇧🇹 Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for Indian nationals
- 🧑💼 Professional English-speaking Bhutan guide
- 🚐 Experienced driver
- 🚌 Toyota Coaster for Bhutan sector
- 🚐 Indian sector transport – Bagdogra–Border–Bagdogra
- 💧 1 bottle of water per person per day
- 🚐 All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary
✗ Not Included
- 🎟️ Monument entry fees
- 🐴 Tiger’s Nest pony charges
- 🛡️ Travel insurance
- 💰 Personal expenses
- ❌ Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Permits & Rules
Bhutan Entry Process Handled
The entry process into Bhutan is arranged for you as part of the package.
Carry Valid ID
A Voter ID or Passport is required to enter Bhutan.
Birth Certificate for Kids
Children travelling need an original birth certificate in English.
Difficulty: Moderate
Who Can Do This?
For travellers comfortable with a half-day uphill hike. Most of the trip is sightseeing and travel by car, bus and flight, apart from the Tiger's Nest trek.
Where It Gets Difficult
The Tiger's Nest trek in Paro, a 3 km climb one side, is the main physical section of the trip.
Fitness Requirement
No trekking gear is required beyond the Tiger's Nest hike. Basic fitness for a few hours of uphill walking is enough.
7D/6N
Duration
20
Group Size
Best Time to Visit
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Monsoon
June - Sep
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BEST EXPERIENCE
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Post-Monsoon
Oct - Nov
★★★★★
This trip runs across five departures from 27 Sep to 30 Oct 2026.
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Winter
Dec - Feb
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Packing List
Pack light but pack smart. Everything you bring, you carry on your back.
Voter ID or Passport
Original document, required to enter Bhutan.
Comfortable walking shoes
For the Tiger's Nest trek in Paro.
Light jacket
For the mountain travel days.
Personal medication
Carry your own prescriptions.
Cash for extras
For the self-pay hot stone bath and other on-ground extras.
Frequently Asked Questions
You fly from Bengaluru to Bagdogra and back. The rest of the trip, from Bagdogra into Bhutan and back, is by car or bus.
A Voter ID or Passport. Children travelling need an original birth certificate in English.
Yes, Rs 5000 advance confirms your booking.
Package 2 includes lunch, tea/coffee and water bottles daily, plus entry fees for five Bhutan monuments (Bhutan Museum, Tiger's Nest Monastery, Buddha Statue, Punakha Dzong, Takin Zoo) and the Paro cultural event. Package 1 does not include these.
Yes, discounts are available for groups and repeat travellers on Package 2.
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