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Bhutan

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Bhutan

Dzongs, monasteries and the Tiger’s Nest — calm, green and carefully paced.

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Ideal length
6 to 10 days
Best months
March to May, September to November
Visa for Indians
No visa for Indian citizens, but an entry permit and Sustainable Development Fee (per person per night) apply — verify current SDF.
Currency
BTN

When to Go

  1. Jancold
  2. Febcold
  3. Marbest
  4. Aprbest
  5. Maybest
  6. Junwet
  7. Julwet
  8. Augwet
  9. Sepbest
  10. Octbest
  11. Novbest
  12. Deccold

Best: March to May, September to November.

  • Monsoon: clouds and road disruptions.
  • Tsechu festivals draw crowds — check dates.

Where to Stay

  • ThimphuStay near the centre.
  • PunakhaStay a valley resort.
  • ParoStay a valley-view hotel.

Highlights

  • Punakha Dzong
  • Tiger’s Nest (Taktsang) hike
  • Buddha Dordenma and Memorial Chorten
  • Tashichho Dzong evening
  • Weekend market and handicrafts
  • Dochula Pass (108 chortens)
  • Chimi Lhakhang village walk
  • Rinpung Dzong and National Museum
  • Traditional hot-stone bath

Food

  • Lunch: ema datshi and red rice (veg)
  • Dinner at the hotel

We plan vegetarian and Jain options into every day of your itinerary.

See What Your Bhutan Plan Looks Like

This is a real day from a sample Bhutan plan, made by the same planner you would use, for a fictional couple: 8 days, vegetarian, an easy pace. Your plan is built from your own answers.

  • Every day timed: morning, afternoon, evening
  • Why each stop was picked for you
  • Hotels, restaurants, transfers and every cost line in the full plan
  • No sales call unless you ask for one
Make my Bhutan planMore sample plans
Day 2 of 8 · ThimphuThimphu: Buddha Dordenma and Memorial Chorten
  1. Morning
    Buddha Dordenma and Memorial ChortenWhy: you said you enjoy culture & local traditions
  2. Afternoon
    Weekend market and handicraftsWhy: you said you enjoy culture & local traditions
  3. Evening
    Free evening — dinner suggestion below

Meals: Lunch: ema datshi and red rice (veg); Dinner at the hotel

The other 7 days, hotels, restaurants and costs are in your plan: ₹1,999, adjusted when you book.

Bhutan Questions

What is the best time to visit Bhutan?

March to May, September to November.

How many days do I need for Bhutan?

Most travellers spend 6 to 10 days, staying in Thimphu, Punakha, Paro.

Do Indians need a visa for Bhutan?

No visa for Indian citizens, but an entry permit and Sustainable Development Fee (per person per night) apply — verify current SDF.

Visa rules, entry requirements and seasons change. We confirm the current position for your dates before you book. Cover photo: Wikimedia Commons.

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