Private 8 Days Best Bhutan Tour with Exclusive Guide and Car

Paro, Bhutan

8 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Service of professional English-speaking guide.
Service of private driver and air-conditioned vehicle.
Entrance fees for all tourist sites.
SDF and other taxes to the government.
Bhutan visa fee for a single entry.
Breakfast (7)

Breakfast
Lunch (7)

Lunch
Dinner (7)

Dinner

International flight into and out of Bhutan.
Tips for guides and drivers.
Personal travel insurance.
Not suitable for people over 80 years old.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Our experienced guide will meet you at the Bhutan Paro airport hall and then transfer you to the capital city Thimphu.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Paro, Transfer to Thimphu for half-day sightseeing

4 Stops

Paro

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

National Memorial Chorten

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Buddha Dordenma

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Hotel Thimphu Deluxe (3 stars) or similar

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Thimphu full day cultural tour

2 Stops

Tango Buddhist Institute

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

National Folk Heritage Museum

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Hotel Thimphu Deluxe (3 stars) or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass, Punakha highlights

4 Stops

Simtokha Dzong

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Dochula Pass

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punakha Dzong

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Punakha Suspension Bridge

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Meri Puensum Resort Punakha (3 stars) or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Private transfer to Phobjikha Valley

2 Stops

Changangkha Lhakhang

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Phobjikha Valley

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Hotel Dewachen Phobjikha (3 stars) or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

Phobjikha Valley sightseeing with Gangtey Monastery

3 Stops

Phobjikha Valley

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Black-necked Crane Visitor Centre, Phobjikha

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gangtey Monastery

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Hotel Dewachen Phobjikha (3 stars) or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6

Drive back to Paro and visit Paro Dzong

2 Stops

Paro

4 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rinpung Dzong

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Tenzinling Resort Paro (3 stars) or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7

Paro one day tour with Taktsang

1 Stop

Paro Taktsang

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Tenzinling Resort Paro (3 stars) or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8

Departure from Paro, Airport see-off

1 Stop

Paro

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Reviews

5.0

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A Tour thar Covers All of Bhutan’s Highlights

Karl_M, Apr 2026

Our 8-day trip to Bhutan was an incredible experience from start to finish. The country’s natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere made it feel truly unique. One of the highlights was Phobjikha Valley, which was quiet, scenic, and unlike anywhere else we visited. We also loved exploring Paro Dzong, and were lucky to be there during the annual Paro Tshechu, which added color and energy to the visit. The hike to Paro Taktsang was challenging but absolutely worth the effort. The views and sense of accomplishment made it unforgettable. Throughout the trip, Om was an outstanding guide—knowledgeable, friendly, and always helpful. Ram was a skilled and reliable driver who made traveling easy. Overall, this was a memorable and well-organized trip that we would highly recommend to anyone considering Bhutan.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for this amazing review! We're so glad your 8-day Bhutan trip was incredible—from the peaceful valleys to the Paro Tshechu and the rewarding hike to Taktsang. Om and Ram will be so happy to hear your kind words. Thank you for the high recommendation!