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6 DAYS · 5 NIGHTS

Thimphu & Punakha in 6 days

Thimphu → Punakha
Photo: Bernard Gagnon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized/WebP

THE ROUTE AT A GLANCE

A thoughtful starting plan

Plan 6 days in Bhutan via Thimphu, Punakha. Compare the day-wise route, stay bases and transfer questions, then request a Glider quote.

DURATION6 days / 5 nights
STAY BASESThimphu · Punakha
PRICE₹38,500 estimated / adult

This is a suggested route to discuss with Glider. Transfer methods, attraction access and daily timing should be confirmed for your dates.

YOUR DAYS, AT YOUR PACE

Day-wise itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival and settle into Thimphu

Keep arrival day flexible. Arrange your airport or station connection, check in, and explore the immediate neighbourhood if your arrival time allows. Reserve ticketed sights for a full day rather than risking them against an uncertain arrival.

Suggested overnight base: Thimphu

DAY 2

Buddha Dordenma & Thimphu neighbourhoods

Use Thimphu as your base and make Buddha Dordenma the main focus. Pair it with Memorial Chorten only if opening times, weather and local travel make the combination practical. Keep a break between visits, and confirm guide, ticket and pickup arrangements in the quote.

Suggested overnight base: Thimphu

DAY 3

Memorial Chorten & Thimphu neighbourhoods

Use Thimphu as your base and make Memorial Chorten the main focus. Pair it with Thimphu markets only if opening times, weather and local travel make the combination practical. Keep a break between visits, and confirm guide, ticket and pickup arrangements in the quote.

Suggested overnight base: Thimphu

DAY 4

Travel to Punakha

Move to Punakha and allow the transfer to be the main commitment of the day. The route may require rail, road, boat or an internal flight; ask Glider to confirm the method and departure timings before fixing sightseeing. After check-in, choose a short local walk or Chimi Lhakhang if time allows.

Suggested overnight base: Punakha

DAY 5

Punakha Dzong & Punakha neighbourhoods

Use Punakha as your base and make Punakha Dzong the main focus. Pair it with Mo Chhu landscape only if opening times, weather and local travel make the combination practical. Keep a break between visits, and confirm guide, ticket and pickup arrangements in the quote.

Suggested overnight base: Punakha

DAY 6

Departure from Punakha

Check out and allow a comfortable connection to your onward airport or station. Keep this day free from non-refundable sightseeing unless departure timing leaves sufficient room. Request baggage, transfer and checkout arrangements in the final travel brief.

Onward travel

Where to stay & how the route connects

Thimphu

Use this base to plan time around Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Thimphu markets. Choose a property location that fits your pickup arrangements and the sights you want to prioritise.

Confirm room category, sharing basis, breakfast and checkout time with your quote.

Punakha

Use this base to plan time around Punakha Dzong, Mo Chhu landscape, Chimi Lhakhang. Choose a property location that fits your pickup arrangements and the sights you want to prioritise.

Confirm room category, sharing basis, breakfast and checkout time with your quote.

Confirm before you book

  • Arrival and departure points, with a practical connection between each stay base.
  • Named hotels, room categories and the number of nights at each property.
  • Transport type, baggage arrangements, attraction tickets and guide services.
  • Seasonal access, local permissions and the plan for weather-related changes.
  • Flights, meals, taxes and optional experiences, with included and extra costs separated.

Transport or sightseeing shown in a route idea is a planning suggestion. Your confirmed booking document is the source for included services.

Bhutan trip planning questions

What does this 6-day Bhutan route cover?

This suggested route uses Thimphu, Punakha as stay bases. The day plan highlights Buddha Dordenma, Punakha Dzong and allows arrival, transfer and departure time.

Is the Bhutan itinerary a fixed-price package?

The displayed price is an estimated land budget based on researched comparable packages, adjusted for route length. It is not a confirmed booking price. Glider prepares a written quote using your dates, travel party, hotel choice and requested services. Flights, meals and tickets are included only when listed in that quote.

How many hotel bases are in this route?

The plan has 2 suggested stay bases: Thimphu, Punakha. A different arrival airport, flight connection or preferred pace may change where you stay.

Can I adapt this Bhutan route for children or parents?

Yes. Tell Glider about room sharing, walking preferences, rest breaks and your preferred daily pace. The proposed stops can be reduced or rearranged before a quote is confirmed.

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PLANNED FOR TRAVELLERS IN INDIA

Planning Bhutan from India

Use this 6-day Bhutan route through Thimphu & Punakha to shortlist your stay bases before choosing flights.

Your starting point

Share your departure airport in India. Ask for outbound and return flights, connection time, baggage and airport transfers to be listed separately. This itinerary does not promise a direct flight.

A clear budget in rupees

The Bhutan route shows an estimated land price per adult in INR, based on twin sharing. Flights, visas and taxes are extra; request an itemised written quote.

Family and meal preferences

Tell us about children’s ages, senior travellers, room sharing, walking comfort and vegetarian or Jain meal preferences. Availability of suitable meals and accessible arrangements must be confirmed for each stop.

Passport and entry planning

Before paying, confirm passport validity, visa requirements for your nationality, transit conditions and entry documents with the destination’s official authorities. Visa approval is not guaranteed.

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Route design: Glider Travels planning desk · Updated 2026-10-26

Destination background: Bhutan reference guide. Use current official attraction and transport information before booking.

These pages present proposed route designs. Availability, access and service inclusions are confirmed in a written quote.

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