A First Journey to Bhutan

For travellers with limited time who want Bhutan’s essential highlights.

A first journey through Bhutan's most important cultural landmarks, designed for travellers with limited time who still want to experience the country beyond a checklist of sights.

Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

Where you travel

Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Tiger's Nest

Best for

First-time visitors with limited time

Day by day

1. Day 1

   Paro → Thimphu

   Arrival in Paro and transfer to Thimphu.

2. Day 2

   Thimphu → Punakha

   Explore Thimphu before travelling across Dochula Pass to Punakha.

3. Day 3

   Punakha → Paro

   Discover Punakha before returning towards Paro.

4. Day 4

   Tiger's Nest

   Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery.

5. Day 5

   Departure

   Transfer to Paro International Airport.

What it costs

Request your personalised quote

Costs vary according to your travel dates, accommodation, group size and the experiences you add. When you get in touch we arrange your visa, licensed Bhutanese guide, driver and private vehicle, and hotels, and send you an itemised price — including the government Sustainable Development Fee — before anything is confirmed. Our guide to Bhutan travel costs explains how the pricing works.

Can I change it?

Yes. This itinerary is a starting point. The route, pace, hotels and the time spent in each valley can all be adjusted around you, and journeys are always private — your own guide and driver, no fixed departure dates.