Places You will Visit
Bhutan is a country that offers you a lot into small area. So let me introduce you to the places you will be visiting on the Bhutan Short Tour Package.
Paro
Paro is the starting point for Bhutan Tour. This beautiful valley is surrounded by mountain and rice fields and it has a very relaxing feel to it.
- Paro Valley: A beautiful valley featuring Bhutanese farmhouses, pine trees and Paro Chhu river.
- Tiger’s Nest: The monastery stands on the cliff at a height of 3,180 meters and is the most well-known symbol of Bhutan. Climbing up there gives you amazing views and a great feeling of accomplishment.
- Paro Dzong: This monastery is a wonderful example of Bhutanese architecture with its whitewashed exterior and wooden interior.
- National Museum: An interesting museum located in a round building near Paro Dzong featuring works of art and historical exhibits of Bhutan.
Thimpu
As the capital of Bhutan, Thimpu is a unique mix of modern culture and ancient traditions. It is small and cozy with lots of charm.
- Buddha Dordenma: The giant golden Buddha statue looks down on the city and provides wonderful views of the valley of Thimphu.
- Memorial Chorten: This Buddhist stupa built in the memory of the third king is still used as a temple for local worship.
- Tashichho Dzong: The fortress is the headquarters of both Bhutanese government and religion.
- Local Markets: Here you can get familiar with the everyday life of Bhutan through the local products.
Punakha
Punakha is one of the most picturesque places which was once the capital of Bhutan.
- Punakha Dzong: One of the most picturesque dzongs of Bhutan, it is located at the meeting point of two rivers.
- Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers: The two rivers enhance the beauty of the valley and are popular for short river rafting.
- Chimi Lhakhang: It is called the “fertility temple” and has an intresting local history associated with it.
Dochula Pass
Dochula Pass is a mountain pass between Thimpu and Punakha which is worth stopping for a glimpse.
- 108 Druk Wangyel Chortens: These are the stupas that were constructed in memory of the Bhutanese soldiers.
- Himalayan views: On sunny days, you can see the amazing views of the eastern Himalayas from the Dochula Pass.
Difficulty Level of Bhutan Short Tour Package
The entire Bhutan Short Tour is an easy tour, expect the Tiger’s Nest Monastery hike that requires a certain amount of fitness. For most of the days, your activity include sightseeing, visiting place and there will be not any physical difficulty in Thimpu and Punakha.
The only challenging activity on your Short Bhutan Tour Itinerary is the Tiger’s Nest Trek, which is difficult but not very challenging. This hike will take around four to five hours in total, including the time you spend inside the monastery.
The path will gradually lead you upwards, and there will be an increase in altitude by about 900 meters, form the base to the monastery. Some parts of the trek are quite steep and will exhaust you, particularly during the first hour of hiking.
You do not require any previous experience in trekking to accomplish this Bhutan Short tour, but a good physical condition is very useful. A regular walker and everyone who feels comfortable with some hours of climbing will have no problem with it. For the older travelers or for those having joint problems, they can still accomplish this journey slowly. For some travelers who wish to walk less, there are mules available for half the way up the hill.
During the way there is a cafeteria about halfway up the trail, which gives you a perfect place to relax, hydrate, and enjoy the view of the valleys while heading up. This Bhutan Short Tour Package is for everyone as long as he or she is ready for one tough day of trekking.
Best Time for Bhutan Short Tour
Time matters a lot when you plan to travel to Bhutan. Each season offers something unique, which you need to be aware of.
Spring (March to May)
Spring is the most beautiful season when the flowers of rhododendrons surround the hill and weather is always mild and nice. Visibility is also great at this time of year, but the tourist crowd is large, and you should plan your Bhutan Short Tour Package ahead of time.
Autumn (September to November)
Autumn is the time when Bhutan offers the best trekking experiences. The skies remain clear, visibility good and the weather warm. It is peak tourism season, so you can see more tourist traffic and high demand for lodging services.
Monsoon (June to August)
Summers bring lots of rainfall in Bhutan with the weather being quite humid and cloudy. Mountain views will be difficult during this period due to poor visibility, but the landscape remains lush with greenery and less number of tourists.
Winter (December to February)
This season comes with low temperatures, particularly during the morning and evening hours. The skies tend to be very clear, allowing excellent visibility of the mountain ranges. This is a time when there are very few people.
Since this is a short tour, spring and autumn becomes excellent option to visit. The weather remains quite stable, and visibility is clear. It’s perfect for sightseeing and even light trekking.
Transportation on the Short Bhutan Tour Itinerary
Traveling in Bhutan becomes very easy and hassle free in this Bhutan Short Tour, as transportation is sorted out beforehand. The first thing that happens is that a private vehicle comes directly to Paro International Airport to pick you up.
On the tour, traveling will be done by a comfortable vehicle that is fit to drive through the mountainous path of Bhutan. As per the group size, the mode of transportation may be either a private car or a van, both having sufficient space and rest time on the road.
The driver that will drive the vehicle will be an experienced and familiar with Bhutan winding hill’s, narrow road, tough areas and unpredictable weather pattern. His experience will be a great advantage in such routes that have a lot of bends.
The roads of Bhutan are well-maintained, but they tend to be narrow and curved in the mountains. It would be best to just admire the scenery along the road, rather than worry about time since driving in Bhutan is a bit time-consuming.
The travel from Paro to Thimphu usually takes about an hour and a half. At the end of the trip, the same road will take you back to Paro Airport to leave Bhutan.
Accommodation and Meals on Bhutan Short Tour Package
Accommodation
Comfortable accommodation is essential while traveling and Bhutan ensures the same in this tour, offering well-maintained and comfy hotels.
During your Bhutan short tour, in Paro and Thimpu, you will be staying at standard 3-star hotels which provides clean and comfortable rooms with a private bathroom and hot water facilities. Usually, the rooms are twin sharing, but single and double rooms can be requested. Most of the hotels provide a proper heating system that is useful during colder days.
There will be breakfast arrangement at your hotel each day to give you a comfortable start before starting your sightseeing journey. For those who want to experience luxurious accommodation, 4-star and boutique hotels can be offered. Let us know of your preference in advance, and we will make the required arrangements accordingly.
Meals
This Bhutan Short tour package cover breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the entire duration of the tour, so all the meal requirements are sorted out from the very beginning to the end.
Bhutanese food is rich and distinctive with its use of rice, vegetables and cheese as main ingredients. The national Bhutanese dish “Ema Datshi” which is made of chili and cheese is a must try for all travelers. Your food will include combination of Bhutanese and continental cuisines, which mean you get to try new flavor with something familiar taste.
There will be no problem for vegetarians in Bhutan. Dishes here contain many vegetable-based foods, and almost any restaurant can cook a meal with vegetarian foods. This Bhutan Short Tour Package ensures that the food is simple and tasty.
Bhutan Tour Requirement
Planning ahead is important when visiting Bhutan because the entry conditions are unique compared to those of most countries. Below is what you should consider before starting Bhutan Short Tour.
First, your passport should still be valid six months visa after the date of your departure from Bhutan. It’s also important to have a digital copy of the passport because you will most likely need one when applying for a visa.
A visa is needed to enter Bhutan for foreigners, and this should be sorted out even before traveling to Bhutan. The visa can be obtained via a licensed tour operator in Bhutan. Indian nationals just require a permit while Bangladeshis and Maldivians require visa upon arrival.
Bhutan also require a Sustainable Development Fee, known as the SDF. In 2026, the fee is USD 100 per person per night for most international tourists, and the reduced rate will be applicable until August 2027. Indians pay a different rate in Indian rupees. Those who are below 5 years are not charged, and children between six to eleven pay half the regular charge. There is an additional visa processing fee of USD 40.
But the best thing is that you do not have to worry about any of this because Epic Trek Nepal will take care of everything like permits, visa process, and SDF for you well before you depart.
The currency of the country is the Bhutanese Ngultrum, which is linked to the Indian Rupee. The Indian Rupee is also accepted but you may want to carry some Bhutanese Ngultrum as well for small payments.
Because visa fee, SDF, and entry policies may vary now and then, it is always advisable to confirm with us regarding all these details.
Travel insurance is not required, but we strongly advise you to purchase one because of the mountainous location of Bhutan.
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