Itinerary
- Day 1
Bagdogra to Darjeeling
You'll arrive at Bagdogra airport where your guide meets you for the transfer to Darjeeling. After checking in at your hotel, the rest of your day is free to relax and get settled.
- Start point
- Bagdogra Airport (IXB), Airport Road, Naxalbari, West Bengal 734421, India (Pickup from Bagdogra Airport as per flight timing)
- Accommodation
- Resort (Central Gleneagles Heritage Resort or similar - Darjeeling)
- Day 2
Darjeeling
Start early if you'd like to catch the sunrise at Tiger Hill and see the Kanchenjunga peaks. From there, head to Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery, then check out the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Darjeeling Zoo. Walk through the tea gardens during your afternoon, stopping by the Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda before heading back.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Central Gleneagles Heritage Resort or similar - Darjeeling)
Included Activities
- Visit Batasia Loop
- Visit Ghoom Monastery
- Explore Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
- Visit Darjeeling Zoo
- Stroll through tea garden
- Visit Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda
Optional Activities
- Early morning visit to Tiger Hill (around 4:00 AM)
Landmarks Tiger Hill Batasia Loop Ghoom Monastery Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Darjeeling Zoo Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda - Day 3
Darjeeling
After breakfast you'll board the Darjeeling Toy Train for a two-hour UNESCO heritage ride through misty hills and tea plantations, heading to Ghoom and back. Ghoom Station sits at the highest elevation in India. Later in the day, wander around the tea gardens at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Chamong Chiabari Mountain Retreat or similar - Darjeeling)
Included Activities
- Darjeeling Toy Train joy ride from Darjeeling to Ghoom and back (approximately 2 hours)
Optional Activities
- Explore tea gardens of Darjeeling
Landmarks Ghoom Station - Day 4
Darjeeling to Kalimpong
Drive to Kalimpong and check in at your hotel. You'll have some leisure time in the morning, then start sightseeing at Durpin Hill and Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery. Next visit Mangal Dham Temple, Pine View Nursery, and Dr. Graham's Homes Complex before finishing at Delo Hill for Mt. Kanchenjunga views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Summit Barsana Resort & Spa or similar - Kalimpong)
Included Activities
- Visit Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery at Durpin Hill
- Visit Mangal Dham Temple
- Visit Pine View Nursery
- Visit Dr. Graham's Homes Complex
- Visit Delo Hill
Landmarks Durpin Hill Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery Mangal Dham Temple Pine View Nursery Dr. Graham's Homes Complex Delo Hill - Day 5
Kalimpong to Gangtok
Head to Gangtok and settle into your hotel. After some relaxation, go to Tashi View Point for panoramic Kanchenjunga views. Then drive 23 km to Rumtek Monastery to explore Tibetan Buddhist traditions. By evening, stroll along MG Marg to browse cafes, shops, and soak in the local atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Saramsa Resort or similar - Gangtok)
Included Activities
- Visit Tashi View Point
- Visit Rumtek Monastery
Optional Activities
- Leisure stroll along MG Marg
Landmarks Tashi View Point Rumtek Monastery MG Marg 
- Day 6
Gangtok
After breakfast you have a full day exploring Gangtok. Visit Hanuman Tok hilltop temple and Ganesh Tok viewpoint, check out the Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. See the Do Drul Chorten stupa, then finish your day at Banjhakri Falls and Energy Park for a refreshing break.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Saramsa Resort or similar - Gangtok)
Included Activities
- Visit Hanuman Tok
- Visit Ganesh Tok
- Explore Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom
- Visit Namgyal Institute of Tibetology
- Visit Do Drul Chorten
- Visit Banjhakri Falls and Energy Park
Landmarks Hanuman Tok Ganesh Tok Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom Namgyal Institute of Tibetology Do Drul Chorten Banjhakri Falls and Energy Park - Day 7
Gangtok to Phuentsholing
After breakfast, drive to Jaigaon Phuentsholing at the Indo-Bhutan border and check in at your hotel in Phuentsholing. The rest of your day is free so you can relax or explore the local markets and surroundings at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Park Hotel or similar - Phuentsholing)
Optional Activities
- Explore local markets
- Explore surroundings
Landmarks Jaigaon Phuentsholing Indo-Bhutan Border - Day 8
Phuentsholing to Thimphu
After breakfast, head to Thimphu, Bhutan's capital, and check in at your hotel. You'll have time to settle in, then in the evening take a stroll around Thimphu's main street and market area to experience the city's unique atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Gakyil Thimphu or similar - Thimphu)
Optional Activities
- Leisure stroll around Thimphu's main street and market area
Landmarks Thimphu Main Street and Market Area 
- Day 9
Thimphu
After breakfast, explore Thimphu's cultural sites. Visit Pangri Zampa Monastery for an astrology session and the National Library to see Buddhist manuscripts. Check out the Institute for Zorig Chusum painting school and the Textile Museum. Later visit Simply Bhutan living museum, Changangkha Lhakhang temple, and Buddha Point for the country's largest Buddha statue. If time allows, stop by the King's Memorial Chorten.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Gakyil Thimphu or similar - Thimphu)
Included Activities
- Visit Pangri Zampa Monastery for astrology session
- Visit National Library
- Visit Institute for Zorig Chusum
- Visit Textile Museum
- Visit Simply Bhutan
- Visit Changangkha Lhakhang
- Visit Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang)
Optional Activities
- Visit King's Memorial Chorten (if time allows)
Landmarks Pangri Zampa Monastery National Library Institute for Zorig Chusum Textile Museum Simply Bhutan Changangkha Lhakhang Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang) King's Memorial Chorten - Day 10
Thimphu to Punakha
After breakfast, drive from Thimphu to Punakha, crossing scenic Dochula Pass with its 108 chortens and mountain views on clear days. Check in at your hotel, then visit the Punakha Dzong fortress. Later trek to Chimi Lhakhang on a hillock and walk through the surrounding village to see local life.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Kingaling or similar - Punakha)
Included Activities
- Cross Dochula Pass
- Visit Punakha Dzong
- Trek to Chimi Lhakhang
- Stroll through surrounding village
Landmarks Dochula Pass Druk Wangyel Chortens Punakha Dzong Chimi Lhakhang 
- Day 11
Punakha to Paro
After breakfast, leave for Paro with a stop in Wangdue Phodrang to see the fortress and explore the local market for regional culture. Upon arrival in Paro, check into your hotel and spend the rest of your day at your own pace in this valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Mandala Resort or similar - Paro)
Included Activities
- Visit Wangdue Phodrang fortress
- Explore Wangdue Phodrang local market
Landmarks Wangdue Phodrang 
- Day 12
Paro
After breakfast, hike to Taktsang Monastery, a sacred site perched on a dramatic cliffside, taking about 2 hours at a regular pace. In the afternoon, visit Ta Dzong (National Museum of Bhutan), Rinpung Dzong fortress-monastery, Kichu Lhakhang one of Bhutan's oldest temples, and Drukgyal Dzong historic fortress with panoramic views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Mandala Resort or similar - Paro)
Included Activities
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest) - approximately 2 hours
- Visit Ta Dzong (National Museum of Bhutan)
- Visit Rinpung Dzong
- Visit Kichu Lhakhang
- Visit Drukgyal Dzong
Landmarks Taktsang Monastery Ta Dzong Rinpung Dzong Kichu Lhakhang Drukgyal Dzong - Day 13
Paro Departure
In the morning your driver will transfer you to Paro International Airport for your flight home or to your next destination.
- End point
- Paro, Bhutan (Drop-off at Paro International Airport)
Landmarks Paro International Airport
