Explore Bhutan Tour

Explore Bhutan Tour is an extraordinary journey that combines Buddhist culture, the beauty of nature, and unique tradition in one of the most serene and enchanting destinations in the world.

Group Tour 6 Days Easy January – May September – December

Highlights

Key trip facts at a glance.

Duration
6 Days
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum Group
1+
Accommodation
Hotel
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Gallery

Trip photos and moments.

Overview

An Explore Bhutan Tour is an extraordinary journey that combines Buddhist culture, the beauty of nature, and unique tradition in one of the most serene and enchanting destinations in the world. Bhutan is known for its natural beauty and calm atmosphere, where tradition and modern life come together. However, as soon as you set foot in the charming Paro Valley, you’ll be immersed in Bhutan’s unique charm. During the tour, you’ll discover the Paro, Punakha, Thimphu, and Tiger’s Nest Monastery with Dzongs. You will experience the slow and peaceful pace of life in Bhutan, where nature and culture are deeply connected.

The Explore Bhutan Tour package begins with a short drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, where you’ll visit iconic sites like the Buddha Dordenma Statue, bustling local markets, and Tashichho Dzong monastery. Here, every day offers a new opportunity to immerse yourself in Bhutan’s vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and deep spiritual traditions. After exploring Thimphu, your journey continues to Gangtey—a peaceful valley that offers a peaceful atmosphere perfect for relaxation and scenic beauty. Drive to Punakha, where you’ll marvel at the majestic Punakha Dzong, which is one of the most iconic landmarks of Bhutan. It is located at the junction of two rivers.

Every day, the journey is as stunning as the destinations, with scenic views of mountain passes through the lush, terraced fields and traditional villages along the way. The trip ends at Paro with a visit to the world-famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery. During the Explore Bhutan tour, we will provide you with deluxe hotel accommodations with everyday breakfast. Nepal Himalaya Tours offers special offers to our guests for exploring Bhutan tour packages with affordable costs. Throughout the Explore Bhutan tour package, you will be accompanied by experienced guides who will share their in-depth knowledge of the Buddhist culture, history, and unique traditions, add depth and meaning to your trip.

Explore Bhutan Tour Highlights

  • Hike most iconic landmarks, such as the Tiger’s Nest Taktsang Monastery.
  • Explore the iconic places, including Paro, Thimphu, Trongsa, Punakha, and Jakar.
  • Unique exploration sightseeing around the Bhumthang Valley.
  • Incredible views along scenic mountains during the trip.
  • Guided sightseeing in Bhutan’s capital city, Thimphu, and ancient capital, Trongsa, with a well-experienced guide.
  • Short hiking trip at authentic villages in Bhutan.
  • The Folk Heritage Museum and the School of Traditional Arts are homes for a myriad of topics relating to Bhutanese crafts, with lives filled with architectural endeavors and artistic traditions.
  • Embark on an exhilarating trek to the fabled Tiger’s Nest Monastery, dramatically perched on a cliff at an altitude of about 3180 m.
  • Drive uphill to Punakha to get a view of the majestic Punakha Dzong at the conjunction of two rivers.

Best Time to Visit for Explore Bhutan Tour

The best time to visit Bhutan is the spring and Autumn seasons (March to May and September to November). These months offer the most favorable weather for discovering cultural experiences and enjoying Bhutan’s beauty of nature. Bhutan comes alive with blooming rhododendrons, lush green hills, and clear mountain views in the spring season. The pleasant temperatures and vibrant landscapes make this season ideal for exploring monasteries and traditional villages. Autumn is also the best time to visit with clear skies and scenic mountain views. You will enjoy the major festivals like the Thimphu Tsechu and Wangdue Phodrang Tsechu, offering travelers an immersive experience of local culture and spirituality.

Accommodation and Food

We arrange the deluxe rooms with comfortable three-star hotels on a twin-sharing basis at Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro. The hotels offer well-furnished rooms with basic amenities, ensuring a pleasant and relaxing stay. Sometimes you might have the opportunity to stay at a family-run guesthouse, allowing you to experience local life closely. The accommodations are strategically located close to the main attractions to make exploring comfortable.

During your 6-day package trip to Bhutan, you will be provided typical Bhutanese food as well as familiar continental meals. In Thimphu and Paro, ema datshi, jasha maru, and red rice are all served at really cozy local establishments. For example, while actually staying in Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang, you will come to know what the taste of home-cooked meals is for yourself: locally produced ingredients, quite possibly those served at home. Most of the hotels offer buffet-style meals, vegetarian and non-vegetarian, for all types of travelers. Everyday cooking in Bhutan uses a variety of fresh vegetables, dairy products, and flavorful spices, making every dish unique and hearty with the warm Bhutanese hospitality.

Private Transportation

We use private vehicles for all transfers and sightseeing, where the vehicles vary according to the group size that is travelling. Paro International Airport will welcome travelers into the search for a comfortable tourist vehicle like a car, van, or minibus, so it depends on the size of the visitors.

Itinerary

You will fly as scheduled to Paro, Bhutan, with the scenic mountain view, including the Mt. Everest, Chomolhari, and Jichu Drake peaks. Landing at Paro airport, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to the hotel. After lunch, you will visit Rinpung Dzong, the oldest temple of Bhutan. Then you will visit the Ta Dzong, the Bhutan Victory Fort. Overnight in Paro.

After breakfast, we drive to Thimpu; it will take one and a half hours to drive about 50 km, then hike to Tiger’s Nest (the icon of Bhutan called Taktsang Monastery), which takes 4 to 5 hours. It is situated at the altitude of 3180 m. You will have lunch at a restaurant nearby the mountain. The monastery is perched on the edge of a steep cliff. After having explored the monastery, walk down to the valley and drive to Thimphu. Overnight in Thimphu.

After breakfast, you will drive to BBS Tower and then trek for one hour to Wangditse Gompa on a leveled trail with a great view of Tashichho Dzong Gumba. You will see the wonderful view of the Samtenling Palace, home to the fourth king, and the Dorje Drak meditation retreat on the hillside. Then you will return back to Thimphu. On the way, visit the mini zoo to see the national animal of Bhutan, the takin. The King’s Memorial Chorten, Nunnery temple, National Library, and the National Institute of Traditional Medicine can be seen, respectively. You will also explore the Textile Museum, Handicraft Emporium, and traditional paper factory. Evening visit downtown in Thimpu and enjoying the local foods.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Dochula Pass, at the altitude of 3100 m. Punakha is around 70 km east of Thimphu; it will take a 2-hour drive. Punakha was the capital of Bhutan and the seat of government until 1955, when the capital was moved to Thimphu. You can see the best and most spectacular mountain views. Walking to Lungchutse Monastery from 108 chortens will take around 3 hours. The trail passes through lush rhododendron forests. Drive back downhill through the rhododendron forests. Evening visit to Punakha town.

In the morning you will drive to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten and hike around two hours. Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten sits majestically above Punakha Valley with an amazing view of the countryside and the hills below. It is located on a beautiful hillock called Ngezergang and contains elaborate paintings dedicated to the old sect of Buddhism. On the way back, visit the Punakha Dzong; it is the second oldest and the second largest dzong in Bhutan. Then you will drive back to Paro. Evening farewell dinner with local cuisine.

After breakfast at the hotel, our guide and driver will transfer you to Paro International Airport in time for your departure flight to your onward destination.

Includes / Excludes

Trip Includes

  • English Speaking Private guided tour.
  • Airport transfers.
  • Flight tickets from Kathmandu / Paro / Kathmandu.
  • Visas for Bhutan.
  • Daily 3 meals (B/L/D) at designated restaurants or hotels.
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha.
  • Government fee, royalty, taxes & surcharges.
  • Sightseeing Entrance Fees.
  • All ground transportation.
  • Mineral water.

Trip Excludes

  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic drink