Dochula Pass In Thimphu

Explore the snowy locales of Dochula Pass

Quick Information

See Map
Best time to visit
Mar - May, Sep - Oct
Ideal Duration
2-3 Days
Visa
On Arrival
Starting from
Rs. 10,000
  • Hills
  • Nature
  • Sightseeing

Dochula Pass, Thimphu (Bhutan)

Situated at a height of 3100 meters, Dochula Pass is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Bhutan. In a broader sense, it is a route that lies between Bhutan’s present capital Thimphu and older royal capital Punakha. This pass was once part of a couple of ancient trade tracks, like Dochula Nature Trail or Lumitsawa Ancient Trail. It is now a favorite tourist destination of the country.

History of Dochula Pass

Being located at this altitude, Dochula Pass temperature remains around 2°C to 8°C, varying throughout the daytime in summer. But in winter, the place is covered with a layer of white snow. The main attraction of Dochula Pass Thimphu is the memorial ground – a collection of 108 mausoleums called Druk Wangyal Khang Zhang Chortens. These were erected in 2004 in memory of the Bhutanese soldiers that lay down their lives for the country during the Operation All Clear fought in 2003 against some Indian rebel groups. The chortens are arranged in concentric circles on a patch of the green mound on the route. It is an important part of Dochula Pass history as well as the country.

Attractions of Dochula Pass

These chortens were consecrated by the Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck. It is her husband, the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, under whose regime the battle was fought, and the victory was achieved. To honor him, and also to commemorate the centenary of the Bhutanese monarchy, there is a temple here at Dochula Pass Bhutan as well.

The Druk Wangyal Lhakhang Temple here, built in authentic Bhutanese architecture and embellished with themes and murals based on Bhutanese history, culture, and traditions. Inside, there are photographs of the martyrs, paintings of the royal Wangchuck dynasty, and other pictures of Bhutanese monks from the past and the present.

All these in Bhutan Dochula Pass are set against a beautiful, panoramic view of the snow-clad Eastern Himalayas, including Mt. Gangkar Puensum, the highest peak of Bhutan.

Festival of Dochula Pass

If one decides to visit Nepal and go to Punakha during the winter, say in December, they are in good luck. Every year on December 13, Dochula Druk Wangyel Tshechu (or festival) takes place in the green grounds of Dochula Pass. Bhutanese men and women in their traditional bright clothes and masks perform to folk music, and it is quite a sight to watch. This is not one of the original tsechus of Bhutan but was later created in 2011 to commemorate the fallen soldiers and other sacrifices of the operation.

Similar Destinations

Places To Visit In Thimphu

Let the experts guide you to the best of this mesmerizing destination

View All

Things To Do In Thimphu

Your list of the best things to do, compiled on the basis of actual traveler experiences

View All

How To Reach Dochula Pass in Thimphu

Read about the best & quickest routes to save time & money, as suggested by our travelers

Popular Packages

Unlimited choices. Trusted agents. Best prices. Happy memories.

View All
  • Spectacular Paro Tour Package

    • Cities:
    • paro (3D)

    3 Days & 2 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 12,430/-₹ 13,659/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • An Amazing Bhutan Honeymoon Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (1D)
    • paro (3D)

    4 Days & 3 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 14,500/-₹ 15,934/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Soothing Bhutan Tour Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (2D)

    4 Days & 3 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 14,689/-₹ 16,142/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Unique Bhutan Sightseeing Tour Packages

    • Cities:
    • paro (2D)
    • thimphu (2D)
    • phuntsholing (1D)

    5 Days & 4 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 15,254/-₹ 16,763/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 2 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Pristine Paro Sightseeing Tour Package

    • Cities:
    • paro (4D)

    4 Days & 3 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 15,254/-₹ 16,763/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 2 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Bhutan 4 Days Trip Package

    • Cities:
    • paro (2D)
    • thimphu (2D)

    4 Days & 3 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 16,000/-₹ 17,391/-

    per person

    8% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Enrapturing Bhutan Tour Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (1D)
    • paro (3D)

    4 Days & 3 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 16,384/-₹ 17,809/-

    per person

    8% Off

    Upto 2 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Amazing Bhutan Tour Package

    • Cities:
    • paro (4D)

    4 Days & 3 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 16,750/-₹ 18,820/-

    per person

    11% Off

    Upto 2 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Bhutan 3 Nights 4 Days Family Holiday

    • Cities:
    • paro (1D)
    • thimphu (3D)

    4 Days & 3 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 16,950/-₹ 18,626/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 2 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • 5 Days Tour Package To Bhutan

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (1D)
    • paro (1D)
    • phuntsholing (3D)

    5 Days & 4 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 17,999/-₹ 19,354/-

    per person

    7% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Pleasant Bhutan Tour Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (2D)
    • phuntsholing (2D)

    6 Days & 5 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 18,000/-₹ 19,780/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Breathtaking Bhutan Honeymoon Tour

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (2D)
    • phuntsholing (1D)

    5 Days & 4 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 18,079/-₹ 20,088/-

    per person

    10% Off

    Upto 2 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Delightful Bhutan Honeymoon Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (2D)
    • phuntsholing (1D)

    5 Days & 4 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 18,644/-₹ 20,716/-

    per person

    10% Off

    Upto 2 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Wonderful Bhutan Family Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (3D)

    5 Days & 4 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 18,644/-₹ 20,716/-

    per person

    10% Off

    Upto 2 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Breathtaking and Fun Filled Tour of Paro

    • Cities:
    • paro (4D)

    4 Days & 3 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 18,645/-₹ 20,489/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Bhutan Shopping Tour Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (3D)

    5 Days & 4 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 19,499/-₹ 21,195/-

    per person

    8% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Bhutan 10 Days Trip Package

    • Cities:
    • punakha (2D)
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (3D)
    • phuntsholing (3D)

    10 Days & 9 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 19,499/-₹ 21,195/-

    per person

    8% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Bhutan 5 Days Trip Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (3D)

    5 Days & 4 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 20,000/-₹ 21,739/-

    per person

    8% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • An Enjoyable Bhutan Trip

    • Cities:
    • punakha (1D)
    • thimphu (2D)
    • paro (3D)

    6 Days & 5 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 21,999/-₹ 24,175/-

    per person

    9% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

  • Bhutan 6 Days Trip Package

    • Cities:
    • thimphu (1D)
    • paro (2D)
    • phuntsholing (3D)

    6 Days & 5 Nights

    Starting from:

    ₹ 22,000/-₹ 23,913/-

    per person

    8% Off

    Upto 3 Stars

    Meals

    Sightseeing

    Transfers

Fastest Growing Holiday Marketplace

650+

Verified Agents

22 Lac+

Happy Travellers

65+

Destinations

Easy, Secure & Reliable

Traveltriangle

Verified

Stringent

Quality Control

24/7

Support

Thimphu Packages Reviews

Read on to find out why our customers love us!

Nairp's 7 days trip to Thimphu

This was my first ever solo trip and that was to a most silent and slow moving country with the name Bhutan❤️ I went through an agency named Bhutan GNH Heritage Travel - Mr.Thapa. He was the first point of contact to share itenary for my trip and with lots of patience he heard my likes and dislikes, according to which itenary was presented back to me. There were many revisions and discussions for just 7 days of my trip which turned out to be a most memorable days so far in my 29 years

Nairp Bengaluru

Cachetangoel's 5 days trip to Thimphu

The driver has not stretched beyond their fixed working hours to showcase us the local market. As hotels were far away from the local market otherwise one could himself visit there. Scenic beauty as a whole of full Bhutan.

Cachetangoel New delhi

Murali's 8 days trip to Thimphu

It was fabulous. Absolutely loved the experience. Guide and driver were very professional in their behaviour. I would give 10/10 for both of them and the agency as well. Meticulous attention to detail by the agency. Everything was seamless. Thank you!

Murali Krishnan Kochi

Kritika's 7 days trip to Thimphu

My husband and I visited Bhutan in July 2024 and chose All Ways Tours and Travel to plan our trip. The arrangements made by All Ways Tours and Travel were exceptional, including the choice of hotels, food, guide, and vehicle. Bhutan impressed us with its rich culture, stunning natural beauty, and the warmth of its people. Our wonderful experience was largely due to the efforts of our tour organizer, Ms. Heema, our guide, Mr. Kel, and our driver, Mr. Lama. They provided outstanding advice and support throughout our journey. Ms. Heema tailored the itinerary to meet our needs and was highly cooperative from the day we booked until we returned home. As vegetarians, we were initially concerned about the food, but Mr. Kel and Mr. Lama ensured we enjoyed delicious meals throughout the trip, particularly the local Bhutanese dishes. Mr. Kel was an exceptional guide, sharing wonderful insights into Bhutan's rich culture, accommodating last-minute requests, and creating memorable experiences, such as playing archery and darts along with local children and inviting us for a hearty lunch at his home with his family. No one else could have guided us better. Overall, it was a memorable experience, and I highly recommend All Ways Tours and Travel for anyone planning a visit to Bhutan. Exploring Bhutan's stunning landscapes, especially the awe-inspiring Cha le la pass, and conquering the challenging Tiger Nest hike were highlights. Indulging in delicious Bhutanese cuisine, trying our hand at archery, and experiencing a traditional hot stone bath in Paro were equally unforgettable. But the most cherished memory was sharing a hearty lunch with our wonderful guide Mr. Kel and his family.

Kritika Jaroli Bangalore

Arteearora's 7 days trip to Thimphu

Everything was excellently organized. No scope of saying anything

Arteearora New delhi

Geilkaushik's 8 days trip to Thimphu

The trip was well organised, well planned. Tour to pabjhika

Geilkaushik Guwahati

Rameshbarapatre's 7 days trip to Thimphu

I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend Thapa as a travel agent for your Bhutan tours. Our recent trip to Bhutan was nothing short of extraordinary, thanks to Thapa's exceptional expertise, attention to detail, and warm hospitality. From the initial planning stages to the final farewell, Thapa went above and beyond to ensure our journey was seamless, enriching, and unforgettable. His deep knowledge of Bhutan's history, culture, and hidden gems made our experience truly unique and immersive. Thapa's organizational skills are impressive, handling every aspect of our trip with ease, from accommodations to transportation and activities. His ability to balance flexibility and structure allowed us to explore Bhutan's wonders while also enjoying relaxation and spontaneity. What sets Thapa apart, however, is his passion for Bhutan and its people. His love for the country is contagious, and his connections with local communities and experts enhanced our experience exponentially. We cannot recommend Thapa enough for your Bhutan travels. His dedication, expertise, and warmth will undoubtedly create an unforgettable adventure in this enchanting land. Thank you, Thapa and Guide Chencho for an extraordinary journey! Tracking to Tiger Nest Monastery at Paro Bhutan

Rameshbarapatre North east

Kunal's 9 days trip to Thimphu

Best arrangement with utmost care of customers. Often asking if there are any issues. Couldn't have asked more than this from a travel agent. Sharmila from Greenzone enhanced the experience of Bhutan for me and my friends. Best decision I have made for the trip is to chose Greenzone. Thanks a lot! Special Mention- Guide: Lobzang and Driver: Kewal. They made the entire trip more memorable and enjoyable. Will surely try to visit again to relive those moments. Apart from the peace and beauty that Bhutan offers, loved the warmth people gave. And the best part is our Guide: Lobzang and Driver: Kewal. Everything else that Bhutan could have offered can be anticipated but not these two humble and friendly human beings. Also, loved the Homestay in Haa Valley.

Kunal Agarwal Bagdogra

Pratksaluja's 7 days trip to Thimphu

Recently, my parents visited Bhutan for a leisure trip, and overall, it was quite a satisfactory experience! They enjoyed the serene landscapes, the rich cultural heritage, and the warm hospitality of the Bhutanese people. The trip provided them with a much-needed break from their routine and left them with beautiful memories and a sense of tranquility.

Pratksaluja New delhi

Rajesh's 8 days trip to Thimphu

Overall it was a great trip. Our agent did a great Job. Helped us through all formalities and was very clear and detail about content of trip. Helped me through immigration difficulties. She was in touch with us our whole trip. Our guide (Sonam) and driver were great. They were vey helping and supported us like family members. All hotels were great. Hotel Lobesa was best. Breakfast in hotels were good. We enjoyed every moment of trip. Pickup and drop from Siliguri was also planned ahead of time and it was good. All places were good. Best part was paro and punakha. Villages in between cities were good. We enjoyed local food, dance .

Rajesh Vais Varanasi

Want best packages handpicked just for you?

Fill the form and get a callback from our holiday experts

FAQ's of Thimphu

Read on to find out why our customers love us!

If you are visiting Punakha from Thimphu, you will have to pass it anyway. Other than that, there are 108 chortens in memory of Bhutanese martyrs along with a spectacular view of the Bhutanese Himalayan Range.

Yes, the roads and the weather during winter is quite safe to visit Dochula Pass. You will find snow, and it only makes the place more beautiful.

Tourism in Thimphu

Rated 4.40/5 ( based on 1904 reviews )