Pilgrimage Tours
A Vibedu venture
A prayer-flag mountain pass with a horizon of Himalayan peaks
The Dochula Pass is one of Bhutan's most photographed spots, where 108 memorial chortens crown a ridge at around 3,100m between Thimphu and Punakha. On a clear day the eastern Himalayan range unfolds behind the stupas in an unforgettable panorama. It is an easy roadside stop rather than a trek, making it perfect for all ages. Our tours weave Dochula into the Thimphu–Punakha route, and we arrange your Entry Permit and Sustainable Development Fee.
Land at Paro where we handle your entry permit, then transfer to Thimphu for an evening at leisure.
Drive up to the Dochula Pass to admire the 108 chortens and, weather permitting, the Himalayan panorama. Continue down to warm, green Punakha.
Visit Punakha Dzong and the suspension bridge, then recross Dochula for a second chance at clear views on the way back to Thimphu.
Transfer to Paro airport for your onward journey after breakfast.
Indicative Bhutan package prices (per person on twin-sharing; land package):
| Trip Duration | Indicative Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| 4 Nights / 5 Days | from ₹34,999 |
| 5 Nights / 6 Days | from ₹39,999 |
| 6 Nights / 7 Days | from ₹44,999 |
| 7 Nights / 8 Days | from ₹49,999 |
Indicative land-package prices (per person twin-sharing) — the Sustainable Development Fee (currently ~₹1,200 per person per night) and flights to Paro are additional. We arrange your entry permit. Share your dates for an itemised quote.
Dochula combines spirituality and scenery in one effortless stop. The 108 chortens are a memorial and a masterpiece of setting, and on a clear day the Himalayan backdrop is breathtaking. Because it sits right on the highway, everyone in your group can enjoy it without any hiking.
Give yourself time to linger:
The pass lies about 45 minutes' drive east of Thimphu on the road to Punakha, at around 3,100m. There is no airport nearby; travellers fly into Paro International Airport and reach Dochula by road as part of a wider itinerary.
Indian citizens do not need a traditional visa. You travel on a passport or Voter ID with an Entry Permit arranged by Holiday Vibez, plus a route permit for travel beyond Thimphu which we also handle. The Sustainable Development Fee is currently ₹1,200 per person per night for Indian nationals, children discounted and under-6s exempt (subject to change).
Clear Himalayan views are most likely on crisp mornings from late autumn to early spring, especially October to February. Spring adds rhododendron blooms. Cloud can obscure the peaks at any time, so we plan a there-and-back crossing to improve your chances.
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