Bhutan Overland Group Tour
Phuentsholing • Thimphu • Punakha • Paro · 6 Nights / 7 Days
Bagdogra → Phuentsholing → Thimphu (Punakha excursion) → Paro → Phuentsholing → Bagdogra
Overland Bhutan from Bagdogra: Dochula Pass, Punakha Dzong, Buddha Dordenma, Paro Dzong and the hike to Tiger's Nest. 2N Phuentsholing • 2N Thimphu • 2N Paro.
Journey into the Kingdom of Happiness by road — Himalayan passes, majestic dzongs, prayer-flag-draped bridges and the legendary Tiger’s Nest monastery.
Tour highlights
- Sangye Migyurling (Milarepa) Lhakhang
- Chuzom confluence & three chortens
- Dochula Pass with 108 stupas
- Punakha Dzong & the suspension bridge
- Chimi Lhakhang
- Buddha Dordenma & Folk Heritage Museum
- National Museum (Ta Dzong) & Paro Rinpung Dzong
- Hike to Taktsang — Tiger's Nest
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Bagdogra → Phuentsholing
Pick-up at Bagdogra airport / railway station and drive (about 155 km, 4 hrs) to Phuentsholing, the border town and gateway to Bhutan. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2Phuentsholing → Thimphu
After immigration formalities, drive (about 145 km, 6 hrs) to the capital. En route: the nine-storey Sangye Migyurling (Milarepa) Lhakhang, a photo stop at the waterfall at Taktichu Pass (2,000 m) and Chuzom, the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers with its three chortens.
Day 3Excursion to Punakha
Day excursion over the Dochula Pass (3,100 m) with its 108 stupas to Punakha Dzong, Bhutan’s most beautiful dzong, the long suspension bridge over the Po Chhu and Chimi Lhakhang through the paddy fields.
Day 4Thimphu → Paro
See the 169-ft Buddha Dordenma and the Folk Heritage Museum, then drive (about 55 km) to Paro: photo stop at Thamchok Lhakhang, the National Museum (Ta Dzong) and Paro Rinpung Dzong.
Day 5Hike to Tiger's Nest
Visit Drukgyel Dzong, then hike to Taktsang Lhakhang — the Tiger's Nest, clinging to a cliff face (about 5 hours round trip through pine forests). Farewell dinner together.
Day 6Paro → Phuentsholing
Leisurely drive (about 145 km, 5 hrs) back via Chuzom and Chukha to Phuentsholing. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 7Phuentsholing → Bagdogra
Cross back into India at Jaigaon and drive through the Bengal countryside to Bagdogra airport / railway station for your journey home.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in 3-star deluxe hotels
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (meals start with dinner on Day 1 and end with breakfast on Day 7)
- Mineral water bottle daily
- Certified English-speaking guide(s) throughout the Bhutan part of the tour
- Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee (mandatory) as applicable
- Transportation and sightseeing as per the itinerary (vehicle not at disposal)
- Bhutan permit application and procurement in advance
Exclusions
- 5% GST as per Government notification
- Entry tickets & entrance fees to museums and monuments
- Flight tickets
- Travel insurance (recommended); personal insurance, evacuation and medical expenses
- Personal expenses (bar bills, telephone, laundry, extra mileage) and costs from natural calamities, flight delays etc.
- Gratuities / tips to guide and driver
Important information
- Indian nationals need a VALID PASSPORT (more than 6 months validity from the date of departure from Bhutan) or an ORIGINAL, updated Voter ID (Election) card.
- Children below 18 without a passport need an ORIGINAL birth certificate (English, computerised, issued by the Government of India).
- Aadhaar, driving licence and PAN card are NOT accepted by Bhutan Immigration. Photocopies and laminated colour print-outs are NOT accepted.
- Air-conditioning is not operated while driving uphill.
Good to know before you book
All FAQs →What is included in the tour price?
Inclusions depend on the package and are listed on each tour page and in your quote. They typically cover hotels, the meals mentioned, transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary. Flights, visas, insurance and personal expenses are included only where the quote says so.
Are the prices on the website per person?
Yes, unless stated otherwise, prices are per person on the sharing basis shown on the tour (for example double or triple sharing). Single rooms and child prices are quoted separately.
How do I confirm my booking?
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What is TCS and why is it charged on international tours?
TCS (Tax Collected at Source) is collected by law when you buy an overseas tour package from an Indian tour operator. From 1 April 2026 it is a flat 2% of the package value. It is not an extra fee: it is credited against your PAN and you can claim it when you file your income tax return. Your PAN is needed for this.
What is your cancellation policy?
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Do you help with visas?
Yes. We guide you on the document checklist, help with forms and appointments, and follow up on your application. Visa fees are charged separately unless your package says they're included. The decision always rests with the embassy.
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