Private Tour
Bhutan Spiritual & Wellness Tour Package With Monastic Stay
Overview
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168 hours
Mobile ticket
Bhutan is the last bastion of Mahayana Buddhism, a spiritual practice that is known to be one of the most profound schools of teaching in the Buddhist world. The sacred monasteries that sit precariously on sheer cliffs, the fluttering prayer flags that line the high ridges, the red robed monks who chant throughout the day and night give this kingdom an aura that comes from another time.Bhutan Best Inbound Tour organizes spiritual tour for those visitors seeking a place of solace, rest and recuperation. In this tour we will take you to the caves and monasteries where great enlightened master had meditated . We can also arrange the monastic stay whereby you can take guided meditation course from authentic Master.
You can also participate in various Buddhist rituals like smoke offering,butter lamp offering and wine offering. You can also learn Bhutanese astrology or have a picnic with monks.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bhutan Visa
Government SDF of USD 100 per person per night
Accommodation as per itinerary
Entry Fees, All internal taxes and charges
Airfare
Travel Insurance
Laundry / Alcohol & Beverages
Single supplement of USD 350
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
What To Expect
Paro-Thimphu (55Km/1Hour)
Accommodations
Overnight at certified 3* Property-Hotel Thimphu Tower/Similar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
We can visit Tashichho Dzong, seat of the Royal Government and Central Monastic Body & Witness The Lowering of The Flag. It is also one of the finest example of Bhutan Architecture
Buddha Dordenma
On top of a Thimphu valley overlooks the giant Buddha Statue. The statue is built to bestow blessings,peace and happiness to the whole world
Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)
The chorten was built in 1974. Due to its accessible location, it is a place where you will get to meet local Bhutanese. Many elderly citizens spend whole day prostrating, circumambulating , chanting around the temple.
THIMPHU- PHOBJIKHA (135 KMS/5-6 HOUR)
Accommodations
Overnight At Gangtey Shedra (Monastic Stay)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Dochula Pass
Drive via Dochu-la pass (3,088m/10,130ft) stopping briefly here to take in the view and admire the 108 chortens, mani wall, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road. If skies are clear, the high Himalayan peaks towards the north east will be revealed in all their glory. On a clear day, the following peaks can be seen from this pass (left to right): Masagang (7,158m), Tsendegang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m), Jejegangphugang (7,158m), Kangphugang (7,170m), Zongaphugang (7,060m) a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana, and finally, Gangkar Puensum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7,497m. You can hoist prayer flags & make incense smoke offering
Gangtey
GANGTEY VALLEY EXPLORATION The most beautiful and shortest of the existing nature trails in Bhutan. The trail hike starts from the Mani (like Chorten) stone wall to the north of the Gangtey Gonpa and ends in Khewa Lhakhang. The hike takes about 1hr 30minutes through the pine forest and small bamboo plants. You can see the Phobjikha valley so beautifully from this hike. It is one of the best hike places for the Nature lovers. During the winter months, we can see the endangered species of birds – Black Neck Cranes.
Gangtey Monastery
• Gangtey Goenpa: is the main seat of the Pema Lingpa tradition which was established in 1613 by Gangteng Sangngak Choling.It overlooks the Phobjikha Valley. In the evening you can take part in Evening prayer or have a discussion on Buddhism with the learned teacher. Later join the dinner with the monks.
DAY 3 – GANGTEY SHEDRA
Accommodations
Overnight At Gangtey Shedra (Monastic Stay)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Gangtey Monastery
Schedule Activities 1. You can participate in morning prayer from 5:30 AM to 6:15Am 2. We can have an evening meditation class from 5:30pm to 6:30pm on Samantha meditation, loving and kindness or Vipassana. 3. You can also participate in evening prayer from 6:30pm to 7:30pm The other Things we can do are - Learn Astrological Reading (Mo) - Hoist Prayer flags - Smoke Offering/Wine offering/ Butter Lamp Offering - Picnic with monks - Attending Dharma talk - Private Meeting with the abbot (Khenpo) of Shedra - Make a meal donation and serve the food to the monks - Attend Dharma Talk - Spiritual cleansing bestows by Trulku. This Programme will be supervised by authentic Buddhist master. Some of the Buddhist master are not comfortable in English but there will be an English translator. This Programme is designed by the Gangtey Shreda to help the visitors to overcome day to day stress and to give a glimpse of Buddhist way of life which is full of love and compassion. (Courtesy: Sherab Lhendrup, Gangtey Shreda)
DAY 4: GANGTEY TO PUNAKHA (78KMS/3HRS)
Accommodations
Overnight At 3* Property- Dumra Farm Resort/Similar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Punakha Dzong
Visit the ancient Punakha Dzong (a Dzong is a fortress-monastery) which dates back to the 17th century, spectacularly situated at the confluence of the Mo and Pho Rivers.
Chimi Lhakhang Temple
• You will also have an optional short walk across the rice paddies to visit nearby Chimi Lhakhang, a lovely temple built by Lama Drukpa Kunley. Legend has it he subdued the demoness of the Dochu La with his "Magic Thunderbolt of Wisdom. “A wood effigy of the lama's thunderbolt is preserved in the Lhakhang, and childless women go to the temple to receive a Wang (blessing) from the saint.
Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
After Lunch we can hike to Khamsum Yulley. Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten: Built by the Queen Mother Ashi Tshering Yangdon Wangchuck, this Chorten is a splendid example of the Bhutanese architecture. It was built over eight and a half years and its details have been drawn from religious scriptures.
PUNAKHA TO PARO (120KMS/4HRS)
Accommodations
Overnight at homestay/ 3* Certified Property
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Dra Karpo
Perched on a small hill top of Paro valley lies a small monastery ‘Dra Karpo ‘ (split Rock), one of the holiest site in Bhutan. Guru Padmasambhava accompanied by his consort Dakini Yeshey Tshogyal and many other yogis and great master down the ages have blessed and sanctified the place. As you circumambulate you can see the foot and hand prints and many other auspicious signs and symbols believed to have manifesrted through some supernatural powers. Maybe owing to all these there is a mystique tranquility in the vicinity of Dra Karpo . It is believed that the demon took refuge inside the rock and Guru Rinpoche had Split the rock and subdued the demons. It is believed that even the deadliest of your sin will be washed away if you can circumambulate 108 times around dra karpo.
PARO TAKTSHANG HIKE (4-6 HOURS)
Accommodations
Overnight At Homestay/3* Certified Properties
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro Taktsang
Hike to Taktshang Monastery, one of the holiest and the most beautiful sites of Bhutan. Taktshang, the tiger’s lair, 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.
Kyichu Lhakhang
Visit the Kichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan.
Dzongdrakha Temple
Detour another holy place at Paro where the great master have meditated.
Departure
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Paro
End of your travel to Bhutan. Our team will drive you to the Airport and bid farewell.
Options
Bhutan Spiritual Tour
The spiritual tour is designed for those visitors seeking a place of solace, rest and recuperation.
Pickup included
Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Authentic Bhutanese natural and spiritual experience
931andid,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide and driver have a great energy throughtout the whole 16 days trip. Our guide was very spiritual person and that is exactly what we were looking for. We were in vatious natural and monastic places. Because of their patience and enthusiasm every step of the trip was easy and fun. My sister and I would very much like to come back for the same exeprience. Thank you Pema and Kinley!
Trip of a lifetime!
421enid,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole experience was amazing. I was planning my trip for 6 months and the patience and collaboration oh Bhutan Best Inbound Tour were amazing to help me curate the trip. Pema was our guide and he was super kind, patient, friendly and extremely knowledgable about all topics we enquired especially on spirituality we were interested in. Kinley was our driver and he was the best driver we could ask for, we felt safe every step of the way and he looked out for us in every moment with smile on his face. This was a trip of a lifetime thanks to Bhutan Best Inbound Tour team. We would highly recommend them for your Bhutan adventure.
I had a truly wonderful...
Monica R,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a truly wonderful experience on this trip. Thinley was extremely helpful during the planning stage and even had a personable gesture during my visit. Both the guide Pema and driver Nima were incredibly respectful, professional, and genuinely enjoyable travel companions. They went above and beyond to accommodate my dietary needs and personal interests, particularly as unexpected circumstances forced us to readjust the itinerary. The country itself is breathtaking—rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. Every moment was memorable, and I would highly recommend this journey to anyone seeking a meaningful travel experience.
Best Bhutan Trip Ever!
Nai S,
Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I recently returned from a life-changing and deeply healing trip to Bhutan organized by Inbound Tour, and I can’t recommend them enough. From start to finish, everything was seamless and filled with care. My guide Pema was incredible—knowledgeable, patient, and so passionate about sharing Bhutan’s history, culture, and Buddhist traditions. I learned more about mindfulness and compassion in those days than I ever imagined. Our driver Dawa was equally amazing. Not only did he keep us safe on every winding mountain road, but he also shared stories and insights about daily life in Bhutan that made each journey between stops feel meaningful. A special thank you to Thinley, who coordinated the entire trip behind the scenes. When my connecting flight was unexpectedly canceled, Thinley went above and beyond to rebook my flights and make sure my plans stayed on track—turning what could have been a stressful situation into something completely smooth. As a solo female traveler, I have never felt safer or more cared for. Pema, Dawa, and Thinley made sure I was comfortable and supported at every step—whether it was checking that I had everything I needed, arranging meals, or simply making me feel welcome in their beautiful country. Bhutan itself is breathtaking—the monasteries, the landscapes, and the sense of peace are beyond words—but it was truly the kindness and wisdom of the people I met through Inbound Tour that made this trip transformative. If you’re looking for a trip that nourishes your soul and stays with you long after you leave, Inbound Tour is the team you want by your side.
Bhutan at Its Best – Thanks to This Incredible Team!
Companion804940,
Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Bhutan Best Inbound Tour for patiently answering our questions and nicely including our custom requests in the itinerary. During the trip, the personal astronomy reading was mysterious and interesting. The architecture and scenery of Punakha Dzong, Gangtey, and Taktsang amazed us. The meditation class at the monastery was very meaningful and helped us understand Bhutan’s beliefs better. A special mention to the warm hosts at LaLa Homestay, who made us feel right at home in Bhutan. Most of all, we’re truly grateful to our guide Tandin Dorji and driver Choki Dorji for making the trip so enjoyable and relaxing. They were both very thoughtful, always paying attention to how we felt and adjusting accordingly. Our guide was patient and thorough in explaining Bhutan’s culture and beliefs, and our driver’s great sense of humor added so much fun to the journey. Would love to come back to Bhutan someday!
Bhutan is a magical place
davidpN4303GB,
Apr 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bhutan is a magical place. The guide Phub Tshering was knowledgeable, informative and a great communicator. The driver Kinley, was an excellent driver, courteous, and helpful. The tour organizer Thinley was responsive and and offered multiple options. Bhutan itself is wonderful, the people pleasant, the spirituality and Buddhism woven into every aspect of life.
Excellent experience in Bhutan
P7772WMcharlened,
Dec 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time in beautiful Bhutan. Highlights were seeing the black-necked cranes from the Gangtey Nature Trail and hiking to Dodeydrak Monastery. Our guide Tsondru was particularly informative, thoughtful and fun. It was a joy to spend a week together in such a lovely place.
A week to remember with a life
Vicky X,
Dec 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the back to back communication pre-trip to all the arrangements during the trip, everything was amazing. Madhu was the one that answered all my questions via email tirelessly and helped me to plan out an itinerary with both culture and nature included. She also came to visit me on arrival and brought me a small gift as welcome, which was very sweet of her. Communication with her has always been very pleasant and reassuring. During the trip, I’m extremely lucky to get Mr Tsondru and Mr Lobzang as my guide and driver. They made every effort to make me feel like home. Tsondru is extremely knowledgeable about local culture and Buddhism philosophy. He could translate my complicated questions to the masters and translate back to me their answers perfectly at the monastery. I learnt so much from his “speeches” and from the way he does things, the kind of kindness that just radiates so naturally from his heart. He is also a very good hiking buddy who takes you off the beaten path to all those magical places general tourists don’t go to. Lobzang is a very experienced driver. I never had any sort of road sickness with him despite all the wavering mountain roads. He is very funny and presents very positive energies all the time. He is also a deep Buddhism practitioner who is always very aware of the present moment and cherishes the small things in life. The itinerary itself was also very good. I got to hike and stay in a monastery. I did lots of short hikes with good views. I got the precious opportunity to visit a local school and spent some memorable times with the kids. Of course I also hiked tiger nest and even went beyond tiger nest to another higher temple to admire it top down. I did tons of research and comparison as a solo female traveller and choosing Best Bhutan Inbound is the best decision. If you are also in doubt, don’t worry they get you all covered. Whoever’s reading this I wish you a great trip to Bhutan :)
Beautiful country and best guides
Enrix899,
Dec 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited Bhutan for 7 days at the beginning of November. We chose this tour because we wanted to know more about the spiritual and natural side of this Country, which it's their absolute best. We left Bhutan with a great new knowledge of Buddhism and history of Bhutan, thanks to our guide Namgay and the always smiley driver Lubsan. This tour can be a mix of a few hours in the car (very comfortable) and a few hours of hiking most of the time between 2500mt and 3200mt, but we didn't mind this as it was a full immersion with nature, especially coming from the smokey Kathmandu! Thank you again guys and always keep up your smiles and the passion for your job and your Country! Enrico and Sally
Journey in harmony and inner peace
giovannaf42,
Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A country to visit without a shadow of a doubt. It will give you harmony and well-being. Our local guide Phub was wonderful. He accompanied us with professionalism and friendship between monasteries and breathtaking landscapes.
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