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INSTAGRAMMABLE Bhutan Group Tour | Excursion to Chele La Pass
7 days & 6 nights
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INSTAGRAMMABLE Bhutan Group Tour | Excursion to Chele La Pass

1DPhuntsholing
2DThimphu City
2DParo
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1DSiliguri
INR 39,890
INR 57,841
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INR 17,951
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Vacation in Bhutan | FREE Excursion to Taktsang
5 days & 4 nights
4.5
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Vacation in Bhutan | FREE Excursion to Taktsang

2DThimphu City
3DParo
INR 28,500
INR 37,335
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INR 8,835
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Wonders of Bhutan | FREE Excursion to Paro
6 days & 5 nights
5.0
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Wonders of Bhutan | FREE Excursion to Paro

1DPhuntsholing
1DThimphu City
1DPunakha
2DParo
1DSiliguri
INR 42,990
INR 55,999
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INR 13,009
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About Thimphu City

Prepare for a journey to Thimphu, the capital of the world's happiest country, Bhutan. Walk through the brightly colored traditional houses and explore the famous places with Thrillophilia's Thimphu group tours.

Admire the impressive 169-foot-tall statue of Lord Buddha at the Buddha Dordenma, at the top of a hill. You will be amazed by the views of the city from the top. Visit the Folk Heritage Museum, and take a look at the artifacts, and exhibitions about the heritage and culture. Enjoy the traditional dance performances, while in the museum campus.

Explore Tashichho Dzong, a historical fortress that's been the office of the nation's Government since the 1950s. You'd be amazed to know that it's a central secretariat, as well as a monastery. Experience the changing of the Guard Mounting Ceremony at 4 PM. Visit the Thimphu Chorten, built in honor of Bhutan's third king. Walk clockwise around the shrine and turn the prayer wheels to seek blessings.

You can visit Changangkha Lhakhang, Thimphu's oldest temple, located on the top of a hill. Locals bring their babies to the temple and receive blessed names from the lama. You'll always find Motithang Takin Preserve listed among all group tours for Thimphu. The preserve is home to the national animal, Takin, which is only found in Bhutan. Are you wondering why we have not mentioned Momos yet? Well, because it's not the only delicious item to taste at the best cafes in Thimphu. Along with Momos, you could also try Ema Datshi, another Bhutanese dish made using chili and spicy cheese.

Enjoy a variety of Thrillophilia's Thimphu group tour packages that include transfers, sightseeing, activities, meals, accommodation, and tour guides. You could also choose to personalize your itinerary to add activities and attractions of your choice. We offer 24*7 customer support through a vast group of operators, coupled with great on-ground assistance. 

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Attractions

The National Memorial Chorten

Built in the memory of the third Druk Gyalpo (Head of Kingdom) of Bhutan, the National Memorial Chorten is devoted to World Peace and of the best places and it be part of your Bhutan tours. The Chorten started gaining popularity amongst the localities when various major Buddhist religious festivals started taking place at the Chorten and it is one of the best places to see in Thimphu Bhutan. The word “Chorten” literally translates to “Seat of Faith”, and the structure itself has become an important part of the Bhutanese culture. You can spot various Buddhists circumambulating around the Chorten all throughout the day. The Memorial also attracts a lot of tourists from around the world due to its architectural and deep connection with Bhutan’s rich culture.

Changangkha Lhakhang

Changangkha Lhakhang is a 800-year old temple, constructed in the 12th-century in Bhutan which is visited by a large number of locals daily. The Changangkha Lhakhang temple is entrenched profoundly into the native culture and levies and is a crucial part of the local community. There are magnificent prayer bells in the outer region of the temple scripted with black and gold manuscripts. Along with two beautifully embedded gigantic prayer wheels adds to the appearance of the temple and it is one of the best places to visit in Thimpu and it must be part of your Bhutan tours from India.

Clock Tower Square

Located in the heart of Thimphu, the Clock Tower Square is amongst the popular tourist places to visit in Thimphu and you should this famous place in your Bhutan holiday packages. The Clock Tower consists of four clocks facing in four different directions. The tower resembles the Bhutanese architecture pattern of wood engraving. The tower has some beautifully carved patterns, flowers, paintings and much more. The eye-catching thing in the tower are the dragons facing each clock. The dragons are sacred to the culture of Bhutan and they represent the freedom of the kingdom, it offers an enriching experience for visitors, especially those on Bhutan tour packages.

National Library
National Library of Bhutan or NLB was established in 1967 and possesses a wide collection of 6100 Bhutanese and Tibetan books, xylographs and manuscripts as well as 9000 printing boards and wooden printing blocks for religious books. It has one of the largest holdings of Buddhist Literature in the entire world and it is one of the best places to visit in Thimpu.

It has a dedicated collection and promotes religious and cultural heritage of Bhutan in the form of ancient printed resources related to history, religion, traditions, and culture of Bhutan.

Highlights
: The building is two-storied with staff accommodations, administrative offices along with technical equipments like computers, microfilm section, separate room for wooden books and much more.

Located in: 
Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan.

Open from :
9:30 am to 5:00 pm (Monday to Friday) in March to October and 9:30 am to 4:00 pm in November to February and remains closed on government holidays and weekends. It is a complete representation of Buddha.

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Explore Bhutan with FREE Taktsang Monastery Tour

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Holidays in Bhutan | FREE Dochu La Pass Excursion

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Gems of Bhutan | Thimphu Punakha & Paro

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Thimphu City Reviews

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Shrovan Bhangar
Reviewed: 16 May 2025
5.0/5
My recent trip to Bhutan with Thrillophilia was nothing short of spectacular. From seamless planning to breathtaking experiences, everything was perfectly arranged. The itinerary was well-balanced, allowing me to soak in the serene beauty of Bhutan while also exploring its rich cultural heritage. Th... Read More
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Anupriya Chauhan
Reviewed: 30 Jun 2025
5.0/5
I was travelling solo with the group and had a truly memorable experience. The landscape was absolutely stunning—peaceful, pristine, and unlike anywhere else I’ve been. I especially enjoyed visiting the monasteries , charming towns, which gave me a real sense of the country’s culture and beauty. Th... Read More
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Kunal Chulbulkar
Reviewed: 24 Jun 2025
5.0/5
Good Trip
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Yatin Pawar
Reviewed: 02 Apr 2025
5.0/5
Our trip to Bhutan was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we reached Phuentsholing, to the time we left, everything was properly planned, and the experience far exceeded our expectations. Thillophilia planned all of this really well.  A huge shoutout to our guide, Mr. Kinley, and our driver, Mr. ... Read More
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Bhadresh Limbachiya
Reviewed: 30 May 2025
5.0/5
Best services
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Hritik R
Reviewed: 15 May 2025
5.0/5
Loved it. Especially thanks to the people of Bhutan, the guide ma’am, the driver sir and all other staff. They were all so welcoming and warm to us, we loved it. 

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