Private Tour
Best of Bhutan Tour( Culture- Hikes- Short Trek- Monastic Stay)
Overview
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5 days
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This Tour Includes the Best Flavor of Bhutan. It has a mix of Tradition- Culture & Heritage- Beautiful Nature Hikes & Authentic Bhutanese Experience .
Enjoy the presence of the sacred monasteries that sit precariously on sheer cliffs, the fluttering prayer flags that line the high ridges & chanting of the red robed monks. It is this aspect of life dimension which gives Bhutan an aura that comes from another time.
Experience the rich and precious cultural diversity which is strongly engraved in every valley and its people. You can take hikes through the forest, try out a traditional local hot stone bath with the game of Archery, meet the local families & have farm dinner surrounded by hills and its latticed pattern
And end the tour with the famous Tiger Nest hike.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Arrive at Paro - Drive to Thimphu (54Km/ 1.5 Hr)
Accommodations
Overnight at 3* Hotel (Lemon Tree/ Pelyang Boutique)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge
On the way stop at Tachoggang, a beautiful, historic sight across the Paro River. Adorned with numerous prayer flags, the iron bridge is a beautiful walk towards the temple. Apart from the temple, the bridge is of profound importance and steeped in history. Light a butter lamp here and begin your tour with beautiful aspiration.
Simtokha Dzong
Five miles from Thimphu, on a lofty ridge, stands Simtokha Dzong the oldest fortress in the Kingdom. Simtokha's strategic position overlooks the entire Thimphu Valley. The central tower has 12 sides, unlike any other Fortress in Bhutan.The carvings on walls in the courtyard is amazing
Buddha Dordenma
Marvel at the grandeur of the tallest sitting Buddha statue, towering at an impressive height of 51.5 meters, located at Kuensel Phodrang.
Wangdi-tse Monastery
Venture through the flavors and scents of thick pine forest along the side of Thimphu valley leading to the glorious Wangditse temple. It is one and half hour - easy hike crossing local apple farms and houses which could be exciting for the kids. The trail further takes into trees of oak, pine, and rhododendron which accompany you throughout the hike while occasionally opening to the view of the Buddha Dordenma statue, Tashichoe Dzong and Thimphu valley. From Wangditse Temple you have the option to hike back the same way and drive to Dechenphodrang Monastery or hike down to Dechenphodrang Monastery where you can meet young monks undergoing their monastic schooling. You can interact with the monks and witness their day to day life. Time Taken: 1 hour to 1 and half hour.
Centenary Farmers Market
Thimphu's Weekend Market, a lively maze near Wang Chhu, bursts with regional vendors every Thursday to Sunday. Delight your senses with aromatic incense, exotic spices, and unique finds like yak legs with hooves attached. From dried fish to local honey, the stalls offer a sensory feast. Don't miss the cereals section with red rice and kapche. The bustling atmosphere spills into the streets, creating a vibrant market scene. Cross the traditional bridge to discover the weekends-only Handicrafts Market nearby. An unforgettable blend of flavors and culture awaits!
Monastic Stay & Experience at Dodeydrak Buddhist Monastery
Accommodations
Overnight at Monastic Guest house
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Pangri Zampa Monastery
Drive to the Northern end of Thimphu valley passing through the countryside hike through the off-beaten tracks , visit the Buddhist College of astrology at Pangrizampa & the temple of the 21 Tara Devi in a serene setting next to it, before taking a hike to Dodeydra monastery. If interested in Buddhist astrology , you can consult the monk there
Start your journey continues with a soul-stirring hike leading us to the sacred hilltop of Dodeydra monastery. As we ascend, we are greeted by breathtaking vistas and a profound sense of tranquility that permeates the surroundings. Immerse yourself in the sacred realm of Dodeydra Goempa, where you can meet and pray alongside monks. Share a serene evening prayer and dine with the monks. If you're up for it, engage in a Dharma discussion with the monks. Embark on an extraordinary journey of connection and spirituality. During your stay, you can indulge in the following experiences: • Be blessed by the monks with a special transformational/cleansing ritual. Upon reaching at the monastery attend a ‘Lhabsang Thruesel’- a cleansing ceremony to clean one from negativities and adversities of life. • Hoist Prayer Flags: Raise vibrant prayer flags, infusing the atmosphere with your aspirations • Engage in sacred rituals like Incense Offering, Wine Offering, and Butter Lamp Offering.
Hike Back to Thimphu & Drive to Punakha
Accommodations
Overnight at 3-star hotel /homestay in Punakha( Hotel Lobesa/ Aum Wangmo homestay)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Rise early to the sound of the chirping birds and morning bell summoning the monks for Morning Prayer. Begin your day by participating in Morning Prayer with the assembly of monks at the Dodeydra Monastery, before headind back to Thimphu.
Dochula Pass
On the way to Punakha, stop at Dochu La Mountain pass at 3,100 meters marked by 108 Buddhist Shrines. If skies are clear, the high Himalayan peaks towards the north east will be revealed in all their glory. Hoist prayer flags on one of the highest point and make aspirations to benefit of all being.
Chimi Lhakhang Temple
Hike to Chimi Lhakhang, at about five minutes walk away from Sopsokha Village. Prepare to be greeted by paintings of an unassuming sight on your way to the site. The temple is also popularly known as the divine mad monk's temple or the temple of fertility.
Punakha Dzong
Visit Punakha Dzong, a massive structure built at the junction of two rivers. Punakha was Bhutan’s capital until 1955 and Punakha Dzong still serves as the winter residence of the central monk body. Bhutan’s first king, Ugyen Wangchuck, was crowned here in 1907. The fortress has withstood damage from fire, earthquake and flood over the centuries. The latest flood, in October, 1994, caused great damage to the fortress but miraculously spared its most holy statue.
Punakha-Paro (130Km/ 3-4 hrs), Tiger Nest hike
Accommodations
Overnight At 3* Hotel in Paro
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro Taktsang
Early morning drive to Paro. Upon reaching Paro hike up to Tiger’s Nest - one of Bhutan’s most revered pilgrim sites; be rewarded to the overwhelming sight of the monastery perched on a cliff at 3,120 meters above the sea level and 900 meters above Paro valley. Tiger’s Nest or Taktsang acquires its name from the legend of its foundation, when in the 8th Century Guru Rinpoche, widely revered as the second Buddha, arrived from Tibet flying across the mountains on the back of a tigress and meditated here for three months. He blessed and preached tantric Buddhism in Bhutan.
Departure
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Paro
End of your travel to Bhutan. Our team will drive you to the Airport and bid farewell.
What‘s Included
Bhutan SDF USD 100 per person and per Night
Bhutan Visa, Accommodation,Private transportation, Guide,Taxes, Fees and Charges
Those not included in inclusion
Single Supplement of USD 300
Alcohol & Any Other Beverages
Pickup points
Paro Airport
Paro Bhutan
Options
Best of Bhutan Tour( Culture- Hikes- Short Trek- Monastic Stay)
Pickup included
Reviews
98 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Trip of a lofetime
Chuckdoodle101,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Over the last ten years my wife and I have travelled extensively throughout South East Asia but I have to say visiting Bhutan with this tour has been one of the highlights, not only of all our trips but of our entire lives! Our amazing, caring, helpful and very knowledgeable guide Namgay, explained all aspects of Bhutanese life. In really engaging ways, Namgay explained to us, this unique country’s culture - from its cuisine to its rich history and religion. Namgay was supported by one of the best drivers we’ve ever had on our many Asian odysseys. KP cheerfully navigated hundreds of miles, back and forth across this Himalayan nation, during our five-day adventure and we felt entirely safe all the time. Top class driver! We’ve actually been treated like guests in Bhutan during our entire stay - not simply tourists. That’s been a big plus. And the company has been very flexible and accommodating. If we wanted to modify the trip in any way, they were always open to our suggestions. Meanwhile, the high points of our trip have included staying one night in a remote monastery at Godeydrak which was an experience of a lifetime. We hiked there and heard evening prayers with the local Buddhist monks, followed by a fascinating conversation with one of the senior teachers on the essence of Buddhism. Also outstanding were the fabulous Fortress at Punnakha, reached by crossing an ancient magical wooden bridge with shoals of trout below and the lovely Chimi Fertility Temple, established by the country’s “divine madman” whose “crazy wisdom” would surely benefit us all in these testing times! Finally, for me, the most rewarding part of the trip was the hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery which is truly one of the wonders of the world. It’s a tough walk, but well worth the effort. Our hotels (apparently only three star but better than most four star hotels we’ve stayed in throughout Asia) were all impeccably clean with lovely staff and great tasty local food. I really can’t recommend enough this tour, this company and its outstanding employees.
Amazing tour of a unique country
Francesca Punzi,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience in Bhutan. Amazing country, people and culture. We totally enjoyed all the activities and big thanks to our tour guide Phub Tshering for his stories and organization and driver Ata Nima!
Great experience
petvothu,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organized all-round carefree package with super friendly guide, Tandin, and very reliable driver, Mr Jamtsho. Both were excellent cultural ambassadors of their fascinating country. The program was very varied and highly interesting.
Not long enough!
Odyssey619532,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the most incredible time! Damber who I corresponded with got everything organised with so much ease super last minute! And was really accommadating. And wjere we visited was super special and felt really unique as I got to really dive into Tibetan Budhism and understand Bhutanes culture in so much depth. But honestly the highlight was Guide- Tenzin Loday and Lhab Tshering our driver! I got two super experienced senior guides! Tenzin was such a laugh, we had such great banter and it made me feel even more comfortable as I was traveling alone, I never felt alone. The Tenzin tax was paid haha super special guide honestly I recommend this especially if you get Tenzin and Lhab (LT). The two together knew so much! From budhism to plants and birds to politics and social policy of the country and its history. Truly amazing. I only wish it was longer, but now I've made friends for a life time and I hope to come back soon.
Easy to plan, knowledgeable and supportive guide
Amanda J,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did 5 days and 4 nights in Bhutan as a way to see the highlights. Working with Bhutan Best Inbound Tours was really easy. They were very responsive and helped us create our itinerary given our needs. Phub, our guide, was very knowledgeable and flexible with our itinerary as we wanted to see the most given the short amount of time there. We also appreciated our driver, Jamyang, who was very friendly and took us to all the places we wanted to go. Overall, we had a great experience and would go back again!
Excellent Tour with Knowledgeable Guide
michellenU5540HR,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our 5-day, 4-night tour of Bhutan was excellent, largely thanks to our guide, Pema, and driver, Jamyang. Jamyang was a very safe and reliable driver, making the journeys comfortable and stress-free. Our guide, Pema, was the highlight. His knowledge of Buddhist spirituality was impressive. At sites like Tiger's Nest Monastery and Punakha Dzong, he provided clear and insightful explanations about the history and practices, which greatly enhanced our understanding. He was also exceptionally kind and attentive, ensuring we were comfortable and happy throughout the trip. The partnership between Pema and Jamyang made the entire experience seamless. I would highly recommend this tour, especially with Pema.
November Bhutan Friends Tour
Nomad22166893993,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our trip to Bhutan with Best with Bhutan exceeded all expectations, thanks largely to our guide Pema and driver Jamyang. From the moment we arrived, Pema’s deep spiritual connection to his country shone through in every temple visit and monastery we explored together. The highlights were unforgettable — hiking up to Tiger’s Nest was both challenging and rewarding, and visiting the Fertility Temple gave us genuine insight into Bhutanese traditions and beliefs. Pema has a gift for bringing these sacred places to life, sharing stories and teachings that made each location meaningful rather than just another tourist stop. What stood out most was Pema’s authenticity. His explanations of Buddhist practices and local customs came from a place of genuine devotion, which made our experience feel deeply enriching. He was patient with our questions, thoughtful in his responses, and perfectly attuned to our group’s pace and interests. If you’re looking for more than just sightseeing — if you want to truly understand Bhutan’s spiritual heart — we can’t recommend Pema and Best with Bhutan highly enough. This journey with my two friends has left us with memories and perspectives we’ll carry forward for years to come.
Amazing tour experience — Highly recommend
630minjil,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such an amazing experience in Bhutan thanks to our wonderful guide, Pema, and our skilled driver, Jamyang. Pema was incredibly knowledgeable and shared Bhutanese culture, history, and his insights into Buddhism in a way that felt both engaging and personal. He always checked in on us, made sure we were comfortable, and brought us to the best spots — including hidden viewpoints and great photo locations we never would’ve found on our own. They really made our trip unforgettable. We’re genuinely grateful for their kindness and hospitality, and we would highly recommend them to anyone visiting Bhutan.
Bhutan unforgettable
kiranbawaskar,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best ! Superb !! experience with Vangchuk, our tour of 16 pacs was so delighted with the company of our tour leader Vangchuk
Bhutan kindness
Mdsf1000,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I can say that during a three-week trip away from home, my guide Kinley and driver Nangay made me feel like family. I had incredible experiences while visiting Paro and Thimphu. The climb to Tiger's Nest was more enjoyable and less tiring, talking with Kinley and his experiences. On the last night, I asked to have an experience at a local family's home, and he asked me what I would like to eat. I can eat anything, and they prepare a delicious meal. Afterward, the whole family made a point of taking photos with me and keeping them forever in their memories. Just as I will forever cherish these incredible moments in Bhutan, from the airport to the airport back. If i ever return there, Kinley is my first option.
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