The land of THE THUNDER DRAGON
Bhutan, a Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge, is known for its monasteries, fortresses (or dzongs) and dramatic landscapes that range from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys. In the High Himalayas, peaks such as 7,326m Jomolhari are popular trekking destinations. Paro Taktsang monastery (also known as Tiger’s Nest) clings to cliffs above the forested Paro Valley.
Drukyul, as Bhutan is known here, is a land of arresting contrasts – and uncommon harmony. It’s a place where people can find peace and do business, experience living traditions and discover wilderness teeming with life.
ARRIVE BY AIR
Bhutan has two national airlines: Drukair and Bhutan Airlines. Direct flights to and from our international airport in Paro connect you to Bangladesh (Dhaka), India (Bagdora, Gauhati, Kolkata and New Delhi), Nepal (Kathmandu), Singapore, and Thailand (Bangkok).
ARRIVE BY ROAD
There are four official entry points by road from India: Samtse and Phuentsholing (in western Bhutan), Gelephu (in central Bhutan), and Samdrup Jongkhar (in eastern Bhutan).
TRAVEL IN THE COUNTRY
The most convenient way to travel in Bhutan is to hire a vehicle and driver from a car rental company or a tourism service provider. It is not possible to hire a self-drive vehicle in Bhutan. You can also book a local driver or transport service provider (as well as hotels and tour operators). Your hotel will also be able to provide or arrange transport for you
PLACES TO VISIT IN BHUTANÂ
Thimphu – The Royal Capital
Paro – The Last Shangri-La
Punakha Dzong – The Lost Capital of Bhutan
Trongsa – The Balcony of Bhutan
Bumthang or Jakar Valley – The Switzerland of Bhutan
Phobjikha Valley – Land of Black-Necked Cranes
Mount Chomolhari – Bride of the Kangchenjunga
Jigme Dorji National Park – The Wild Side of Himalayan Kingdom
Phuentsholing – The Gateway to Bhutan
