Bhutan

Fly in to Paro, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. If time allows, visit Rinpung Dzong and its covered bridge in the late afternoon, after resting at altitude.

Start early for the walk up to the Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) viewpoint, a steady climb of several hours return. A teahouse partway offers a pause. Spend the afternoon at Kyichu Lhakhang or enjoy a quiet evening.

Drive to Thimphu, around an hour and a half, stopping at a viewpoint or village. In the afternoon visit the Memorial Chorten and the Buddha Dordenma, and walk through the town's craft shops.

Visit Tashichho Dzong (visiting hours vary), a local museum or craft workshop, and a weekend market if the day suits. Enjoy a relaxed dinner with local dishes.

Transfer to Paro airport or the road entry point, allowing generous time before flights. Road travellers continue towards Phuentsholing.

Arrive in Paro and transfer to your hotel. Visit Rinpung Dzong in the afternoon if you feel rested, and walk across the covered bridge.

Start early for the Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) walk, with time for a break at the teahouse. Spend the afternoon at leisure or visit Kyichu Lhakhang.

Drive to Thimphu, around an hour and a half, with a stop at a viewpoint or village. In the afternoon visit the Memorial Chorten and Buddha Dordenma.

Visit Tashichho Dzong in the morning (subject to visiting hours), then cross Dochula Pass, at around 3,100 m, with its 108 chortens and, on clear days, mountain views. Continue to Punakha, a total drive of about three hours plus stops.

Visit Punakha Dzong at the river confluence, then walk through fields to Chimi Lhakhang. In the afternoon, cross the suspension bridge or relax by the river.

Drive into the high Phobjikha valley, around three hours, and visit Gangtey Monastery. Take a short nature walk. Black-necked cranes winter here from late autumn, subject to the season.

Make an early start for the long drive back to Paro, around six hours with stops, so flights are best scheduled for the evening or next day. Alternatively, we can adjust the route to end in Thimphu.

Arrive in Paro and transfer to your hotel. Rest, and take a short walk through the town.

Make an early start for the Taktsang walk, then relax in the afternoon with a visit to Kyichu Lhakhang or a village walk.

Drive to Thimphu, around an hour and a half. Visit the Memorial Chorten and the Buddha Dordenma in the afternoon.

Visit Tashichho Dzong (subject to visiting hours), a craft workshop and a local market. Keep the afternoon free for cafes, museums or a rest.

Cross Dochula Pass, at around 3,100 m, with a stop for the 108 chortens and mountain views if clear. Continue to Punakha, around three hours with stops.

Visit Punakha Dzong, walk to Chimi Lhakhang through village fields, and enjoy the riverside in the afternoon.

Drive into the Phobjikha valley, around three hours, and visit Gangtey Monastery. Take an easy nature walk through the valley.

Return to Thimphu, around four to five hours with stops, with time for a final evening in the capital.

Transfer to Paro airport, around an hour and a half, or travel on towards Phuentsholing if leaving by road. Allow generous time before flights.

Arrive by air at Paro (PBH) or by road via Phuentsholing, completing entry formalities. Visit Paro Dzong and the National Museum if time allows, then an evening walk in town.

Hike towards Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest), a climb of roughly 4 to 6 hours return at a steady pace, altitude around 3,000 m. Go early and pace yourself. Keep the evening quiet.

Drive about 1.5 hours to Thimphu. Visit the Memorial Chorten, the Buddha Dordenma viewpoint and a craft or textile centre. A short evening walk through the town.

Drive back to Paro for your onward flight or return by road to Phuentsholing, allowing generous time for formalities and traffic.

Arrive at Paro (PBH) or by road from Phuentsholing, and complete entry formalities. A gentle evening in town to adjust to the altitude.

Visit Paro Dzong, the National Museum and Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan's oldest temples. In the afternoon, a gentle walk in the valley.

Hike towards Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) early, a steady climb of several hours, as fitness allows. Afternoon at leisure.

Drive about 1.5 hours to Thimphu. Visit the Memorial Chorten, a craft centre and the Buddha Dordenma viewpoint. Optional weekend market where the day allows.

Drive about 3 hours via the Dochula Pass (about 3,100 m), with its chortens and, on clear days, mountain views. Visit Punakha Dzong at the river confluence, then walk to Chimi Lhakhang through fields, as conditions allow.

Return by road to Paro (around 4 to 5 hours) for an evening flight, or continue by road towards Phuentsholing according to your route. Start early for a margin.

Arrive at Paro (PBH) or by road from Phuentsholing. Entry formalities, then rest.

Paro Dzong, the National Museum and Kyichu Lhakhang, with a walk through the valley's fields.

A steady early-morning hike towards Paro Taktsang, with a quiet afternoon.

About 1.5 hours by road. Visit the Memorial Chorten, craft centres and the Buddha Dordenma viewpoint.

Cross the Dochula Pass and visit Punakha Dzong. A short walk to Chimi Lhakhang if energy allows.

Drive about 3 hours up to the Phobjikha valley. Visit Gangtey Monastery and take the gentle nature trail through the valley, subject to the weather.

A long road day back to Paro (roughly 5 to 6 hours with stops). Take breaks at viewpoints and keep the evening relaxed.

Transfer to Paro airport or continue by road according to your route. Leave a safe margin before flights.

Drive around 4 to 5 hours from Bagdogra or NJP to Jaigaon and cross to Phuentsholing. Entry permits are completed at the border office; carry your passport or voter ID (check current rules).

A winding drive of around 5 to 6 hours to Thimphu. Evening walk in the town centre.

Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma viewpoint, a craft or textile centre and the Folk Heritage Museum, subject to opening days.

Drive around 3 hours over the Dochula Pass. Visit Punakha Dzong and walk to Chimi Lhakhang.

Drive around 4 to 5 hours. Visit Paro Dzong and the National Museum in the late afternoon.

An early hike towards Paro Taktsang if time and fitness allow, then fly out of Paro or drive back to Phuentsholing the next day. Keep a generous margin.