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Bagdogra to Bhutan Land Border Road Trip (Phuntsholing, Thimphu & Paro) — Bhutan
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Bagdogra to Bhutan Land Border Road Trip (Phuntsholing, Thimphu & Paro)

Seamless overland road trip from Bagdogra Airport / NJP Station via Phuntsholing border gate to Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro.

Destination 📍 Bhutan
Duration ⏱️ 6 Days / 5 Nights
Starting Price Starting From ₹26,999 Onwards
Best Time To Visit 🗓️ September to May
Assigned Vehicle 🚘 Toyota Innova / Crysta / SUV

About This Tour

Seamless overland road trip from Bagdogra Airport / NJP Station via Phuntsholing border gate to Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro. Enjoy door-to-door private cab service across borders with experienced mountain drivers and complete documentation support.

Places Covered

📍 Bagdogra 📍 Phuntsholing (Bhutan Gate) 📍 Thimphu 📍 Dochula Pass 📍 Punakha Dzong 📍 Paro Taktsang

Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1

Bagdogra / NJP Pickup to Phuntsholing Border

Pickup from Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station. Scenic drive through the tea estates of Dooars to the Bhutan border town of Phuntsholing / Jaigaon. Complete immigration paperwork.

Route / Stops: Bagdogra/NJP → Hasimara → Phuntsholing (155 km / 4 hrs)

Overnight: Phuntsholing

Day 2

Phuntsholing to Thimphu Scenic Mountain Highway

Ascend from tropical plains into the misty Himalayan highlands via Gedu and Chukha. Arrive in Thimphu and visit Buddha Dordenma.

Route / Stops: Phuntsholing → Gedu → Thimphu (165 km / 5.5 hrs)

Overnight: Thimphu

Day 3

Thimphu to Dochula Pass & Punakha Dzong

Cross Dochula Pass (3,100 m) with views of 108 chortens. Visit Punakha Dzong and suspension bridge.

Route / Stops: Thimphu → Dochula → Punakha

Overnight: Punakha

Day 4

Punakha to Paro Valley

Drive back to Paro valley. Visit Rinpung Dzong fortress and National Museum.

Route / Stops: Punakha → Paro (125 km / 4 hrs)

Overnight: Paro

Day 5

Tiger's Nest (Paro Taktsang) Hike

Hike to Tiger's Nest monastery. Evening shopping in Paro town.

Route / Stops: Paro Valley

Overnight: Paro

Day 6

Paro to Bagdogra / NJP Departure Transfer

Drive back down via Phuntsholing border to Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station.

Route / Stops: Paro → Phuntsholing → Bagdogra/NJP (280 km / 7 hrs)

Overnight: Departure

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in Package

  • Dedicated Private Vehicle from Pickup to Drop
  • Experienced Mountain Chauffeur
  • All Border Entry & Bhutan Route Permits
  • Fuel, Tolls & Parking

Package Excludes

  • Airfare / Train Tickets
  • Hotels
  • Bhutan SDF Fees
  • Monument Entry Passes

Transport, Vehicle & Permit Notes

🚘 Assigned Vehicle: Toyota Innova / Crysta / SUV

📋 Important Notes & Permits: Indian travelers need a valid Voter ID or Passport with at least 6 months validity for land entry permit at Phuntsholing.

👥 Ideal For: Families, Couples, Road Trippers, Grand Himalayan Travelers

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