A first taste of Bhutan's essentials, ending at Tiger's Nest
Made for travellers short on time but not on curiosity. Thimphu’s markets and monuments, Punakha’s riverside dzong, and a farewell climb to the monastery on the cliff. You will leave already planning your return.
DAY BY DAY ──
1
Arrive Paro, drive to Thimphu (1 hr). Buddha Dordenma viewpoint, evening stroll along Norzin Lam.
2
Thimphu: Memorial Chorten, Motithang Takin Preserve, Zorig Chusum crafts school, Tashichho Dzong at dusk.
3
Drive to Punakha over Dochula Pass (108 chortens). Punakha Dzong and the suspension bridge. Overnight Punakha.
4
Return to Paro via Simtokha Dzong. Kyichu Lhakhang, farmhouse dinner with hot stone bath.
5
Early hike to Tiger’s Nest (Taktsang), afternoon transfer to airport or final night in Paro, depart.