9 Days Authentic Bhutan Tour by Local Experts
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Get up close with the local people and the natural environment they live in. On this 9 days 8 nights journey, you will venture out into this magical Kingdom with a private expert guide and discover happiness amidst stunning landscapes and majestic eastern Himalayan mountain ranges. You’ll witness sacred ancient festivals that have been passed down from centuries ago and still remains vibrant and untouched.
This exhilarating journey will also take you to the cultural heartland of Bhutan where you can immerse yourself into Bhutan’s rich Buddhist culture and find inner peace among the ornate fortresses and secluded temples. Meet and mingle with the local people from all walks of life who have one thing in common – smiles on their faces. Get first-hand experience on what makes Bhutan a unique destination in the world.
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour can be customized and run on a private basis just for you and your group.
We highly recommend booking at least a few months before the departure date so that we have enough time to ensure the flights are available. If you already have flight tickets to and from Bhutan, we can take bookings up to a week before the departure date. To process visa, it only takes 4-5 business days.
There are only two airlines that connect Bhutan with the outside world and so securing air tickets can be difficult especially during the months of high season. Currently, Bhutan is connected with these cities - Bagdogra, Bangkok, Delhi, Dhaka, Guwahati, Kathmandu, Kolkata, Singapore. We recommend you book your international flights a few months in advance especially if you plan to visit during the high season months of March to May and September to November. If you need help in arranging flights to/from Bhutan, please let us know much in advance.
After you book the tour, kindly send us clear passports copies of all the participants. A biodata page including the machine-readable zone must be seen clearly. Passports should have a minimum of 6 MONTHS validity from the day you depart from Bhutan. You may also want to check the passport requirements by your next destination country after Bhutan. A copy of your e-Visa will be emailed to you once it is approved. It only takes 4-5 business days to get visa approval and it is 100 percent guaranteed as long as we receive clear passport copies of all the participants. The actual visa will be stamped on your passport upon arrival. Send the passport copies to the Local Supplier E-mail address
Participants below the age of 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one full-paying adult.
Chính sách hủy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Bao gồm
All internal taxes for the services listed above
All entry fees
All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and light snacks
Medical treatment at a hospital in Bhutan if you sustain injuries while on the tour within Bhutan
All ground transportations including round trip airport transfers
Experienced English-speaking licensed private tour guide
Twin-sharing accommodations at 3-star hotels certified by Tourism Council of Bhutan.
Visa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 4-5 business days.
Travel insurance.
International flights. Let us know if you need help with arranging flights to and from Bhutan.
Alcoholic beverages, laundry services, telephone call charges
Tips to guide and driver
Emergency evacuation and helicopter services
Guide speaking other major languages can be arranged for an additional fee.
Any other expenses of personal nature
Điểm đón trả
Điểm đón
Cần Quan Tâm
Arrive Paro International Airport
Lưu Trú
Dinner and overnight at Lhayhuel Resort or Mandala Resort
Đồ ăn và uống
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
After receiving you at the only International Airport, you'll be taken on your first adventure in the Kingdom of Bhutan. Visit the National Museum of Bhutan housed in an ancient watchtower called Paro Ta Dzong built in 1649. It displays hundreds of ancient Bhutanese artifacts and artworks including traditional costumes, armour, weaponry and handcrafted implements for daily life. The collection at the National Museum preserves a snapshot of the rich cultural traditions of the country. We also visit an auspicious 7th-century Kyichu Lhakhang which is believed to have been built overnight by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo. If time permits, you'll have an opportunity to witness the game of archery where you can see archers dancing and singing each time they hit the target from a whopping distance of 145m. Archery is the national sport of Bhutan.
Paro - Transfer to Haa Valley (2hr 15min drive)
Lưu Trú
Dinner & overnight at Hotel Lhayul or Risum Resort
Đồ ăn và uống
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Haa Valley
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Haa valley via Chelela, the highest motorable mountain pass in Bhutan where you'll spend sometime enjoying the grand views of the Himalayan mountains. Haa valley is one of the least visited destinations in Bhutan having opened to tourism only in 2002 to safeguard its sacredness and unspoiled culture. You'll visit 7th-century White Temple locally known as Lhakhang Karpo located in the foothills of the three sacred mighty mountains in the valley.
Haa valley - Transfer to Thimphu (3hr 20min drive)
Lưu Trú
Dinner and overnight at Kuenphen Rabten Resort or Hotel Amodhara
Đồ ăn và uống
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Thimphu
In the morning, drive to the beautiful village of Katsho where you'll have opportunity to meet with the local people and get insights into their daily lives. You'll visit Katsho Gonpa, a temple on the hillside overlooking the Haa valley. After lunch, transfer to the capital city Thimphu. En route, stop at Chelela Pass and do a 1.5-hour hike through the mountain ridge to Kila Gonpa nunnery home to dozens of nuns (optional). From there, continue the journey to Thimphu and visit the weaving center. Weaving is an integral part of the culture and tradition of Bhutan. You will see both men and women at work weaving some of the most intricate designs and sophisticated patterns of traditional Bhutanese textiles using traditional handlooms.
Explore The Capital City Thimphu
Lưu Trú
Dinner and overnight at Kuenphen Rabten Resort or Hotel Amodhara
Đồ ăn và uống
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Thimphu
After breakfast, visit one of the tallest sitting Buddha statues in the world located on the hill overlooking Thimphu valley. You'll visit the 13th-century national treasure Changangkha Lhakhang where newborns in Thimphu are brought to this holy shrine to get names. From there, we drive to see Takins, the national animal of Bhutan at the only animal enclosure in Bhutan, Royal Takin Preserve in the northern outskirts of Thimphu. Next, we stop at the National Institute for Zorig Chusum where the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan are taught (closed on Sundays and Government Holidays). A traditional lunch will be served at Folk Heritage Restaurant. After lunch, visit Craft Bazaar (optional) along the main Thimphu street and visit Bhutan Postal Museum to learn about the evolution of Bhutanese communication systems. You can also print stamps using your own photo and mail postcards to your friends or loved ones at home.
Thimphu - Transfer to Phobjikha valley (3.5 hours drive)
Lưu Trú
Dinner and overnight at Phobjikha Resort or Lhakpa Homestay for a unique experience with the local family
Đồ ăn và uống
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Phobjikha Valley
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the National Memorial Chorten built in 1974 in memory of the Third King. People from all walks of life come here to offer prayers and seek solace. We then drive to Phobjikha valley via Dochula, a sacred mountain pass at an altitude of 3150m asl and enjoy the grand panoramic views of some of the highest mountains of Bhutan (weather permitting). From there, we continue to drive and descend to a much warmer valley and stop at the village of Sopsokha to visit the famous 15th-century Chimi Lhakhang popularly known as the "Temple of Fertility" owing to its prowess to bless childless couples with fertility and ability to have children. After lunch at one of the local restaurants, continue to drive to Phobjikha valley.
Phobjikha valley - Transfer to Punakha valley (2.5 hours drive)
Lưu Trú
Dinner and overnight at Hotel Meri Puensum or La La Homestay
Đồ ăn và uống
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Punakha
After breakfast at the hotel, visit Gangtey Monastery, one of the largest monasteries in Bhutan and an important landmark in the valley. You’ll have the opportunity to meet monks and offer prayers. From there, venture out on an exciting Gangtey Nature Hike through the pristine valley and understand the life of people living in rural Bhutan. The exhilarating hike is about 5km and takes about 2.5-3 hours. After lunch, transfer to Punakha valley and visit the 17th-century Punakha Dzong considered as the masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture. You'll spend some time appreciating the intricate woodwork and sacred wall paintings. We then walk to Bhutan's longest suspension bridge over the glacial-fed Phochu river. Punakha Dzong is built on the confluence of the Phochu (male) and Mochu (female) rivers. From there, we drive to the idyllic village of Nobgang overlooking Punakha valley. A unique and exotic local cuisines home-cooked by the local community will be served for dinner.
Punakha - Transfer back to Paro (3 hours drive)
Lưu Trú
Dinner and overnight at Udumwara Resort or Mandala Resort
Đồ ăn và uống
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro
After breakfast, hike to the picturesque Khamsum Yuellay Namgyel Chorten on a hilltop overlooking the Punakha valley with Mochu river meandering through the valley. The round trip hike takes about 2-2.5 hours through the rice fields and a short climb before reaching the sacred site. After the hike, drive to Paro and stop at Dochula Cafeteria for lunch. On the way, you'll also visit the oldest fortress Simtokha Dzong built in 1631 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel, the founder of the nation-state of Bhutan. One of the main artifacts inside Simtokha Dzong is the magnificent statue of Buddha of Compassion among many other troves of national treasures.
Hike the famous Taktsang Monastery known as Tiger's Nest (4-5 hours round trip hiking)
Lưu Trú
Dinner and overnight at Udumwara Resort or Mandala Resort
Đồ ăn và uống
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro Taktsang
After early breakfast, hike to the famous Taktsang Monastery. Originally built in 1692, the iconic sacred site popularly known as Tiger's Nest is perched on an 800-meter rock cliff above the valley floor. The round trip hike takes about 4-5 Hours for most visitors but you can hike at your own pace. We recommend starting early before the sun gets stronger. One-way horse riding is available for about USD20 up to the midpoint (Taktsang Viewpoint Cafeteria). After lunch at the Taktsang Cafeteria, we retrace our footsteps back to the base and drive to Paro town for some leisure time. Towards the late afternoon, visit Tshering Farmhouse for home-cooked authentic local cuisine. If there are no other guests, you can participate and learn how to prepare some popular Bhutanese dishes. You may also want to experience a therapeutic and revitalizing traditional hot stone bath for about USD20 per person paid to the owner.
Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure
Đồ ăn và uống
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, depending on your flight departure time, you will be transferred to Paro International Airport.
Tùy chọn
9 Days Authentic Bhutan Tour by Local Experts
Pickup included
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9 Days of Awe
RobinH324,
2 thg 3, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00From start to finish, my experience with Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel was wonderful. All of the pre-departure communication was clear, fast, and professional. As a solo female traveler, the agency assigned a female guide and female driver which I appreciated. Now that my trip to Bhutan is complete, I recognize that this team of sisters was the key to the positive experience. Kezang, the guide, has an incredible knowledge of the history and culture of the nation. Plus, she enjoys hiking as much as I do so our daily outings in the pristine mountain forests was always a joy. Tashi, the driver, maneuvered the narrow winding roads with precision letting me know that I was always safe as we traveled from village to village. During my eight night visit, I stayed in five different accommodations and each was comfortable, in good locations (some with amazing views!), and full of welcoming staff. There was so much delicious food! Every meal provided a variety of dishes that included both local fare and western-influenced options. . . I am a budget traveler so this trip was a big splurge, but it was worth every single penny since nine days of feeling awe, being immersed in natural beauty, and being surrounded by kind and respectful people is priceless.
Perfect Trip to Heavenly Bhutan
W From HK,
7 thg 4, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing 8 nights in Bhutan with Bhutan Acorn. Everything was perfect. Bhutan is simply unforgettable. Bhutan Acorn attended to our needs thoughtfully and responded super swiftly to our enquiries and requests. Every booking and confirmation were made at ease. Karma from Bhutan Acorn brought us a gorgeous pair of Gho and Kira and we were so glad and wore them for the entire trip. Knowing that we were celebrating our wedding anniversary, Karma amazingly arranged a tasty cake and a bottle of Bhutanese wine during our stay in Thimphu. Our guide and driver, Tashi and Sonam, made a perfect quartet with us. Tashi is super fun, knowledgeable and attends to our change of plans swiftly and thoughtfully. Sonam is a reliable driver. We asked loads of questions in understanding Buddhism, Bhutan and the secret of their Gross National Happiness. We were mind-blown by the beauty of Bhutan, not just by the clean air, pristine scenery and gorgeous, exquisitely decorated and historic temples and dzongs, but most importantly, the beautiful and genuine people in Bhutan. We love everything in Bhutan. Thanks Bhutan Acorn!
Find Yourself in the Himalayas (& make some friends along the way!)
David A,
6 thg 9, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00This was the TRIP OF A LIFETIME 🙌 Bhutan was such an unknown country to me before I decided to visit, and I am so glad I took the leap of faith!! From the moment I reached out to Bhutan Acorn, Karma Phuntsho was extremely responsive and thorough on guiding me through the tour itinerary, accommodations, and visa requirements. Feel free to be direct with Karma in telling you EXACTLY what you want from your tour and he will customize a tour JUST FOR YOU 😃. I was originally going to go for 7 days and extended my trip an additional day (before I got my visa) and he made these additions to the itinerary just for me!! Now, on to the tour itself…. Karma told me later on that he tries to make his tours private whenever possible. This was unknown to me before booking, so I was extremely surprised and happy to find my 8 day tour would be just me and my tour guide and driver. (SHOUTOUT TO NIDUP & NORBU - the best in the game! 🙌🙌) BHUTAN IS A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY 🇧🇹 As the only carbon negative country in the world, the air is the purest out there. You will also be surrounded by breathtaking mountain ranges and rare wildlife (birds, monkeys, etc.) I felt extremely taken care of and can now call Nidup and Norbu great friends of mine 😃 As for the driver… Nidup was such a funny and outgoing guy. He really knows how to turn up the energy on some of these long road trips (hint: he loves rock music 🎸). He is also completely willing to speak his mind and put your best interests at heart (—he will make sure you get fair deals at stores) As for the tour guide… Norbu is a young and bright guy. He knew sooooo much about Bhutan and Buddhism. I could ask him anything and he knew it right away. He is also a very fast hiker (so if you want to save some time, he is your guide) Norbu is also an amazing photographer!! He happily offered to take professional photos of me on one of the days and edit them himself!! The photos attached to this review are from him. All in all, Bhutan was no mistake. It is a complete blessing. And it is a place I will most definitely come back to many times over (….But Nidup and Norbu must visit me in the USA too!!) To whoever is reading this, enjoy your travels!! ✈️ 🇧🇹 ❤️
Best of Bhutan
joannej441,
7 thg 7, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Karma P, the owner was so quick to respond to all our questions and that really helped us to choose the company as our travel guide to Bhutan and we were more than happy with our choice. The guide, Thinley S, and our driver,Sonam D, were the epitome of graciousness, kindness, knowledge, and gave us a true sense of the Bhutanese hospitality. As some of us had palates that were sensitive to highly spicy foods, Thinley made sure that the dishes were cooked to our liking. They adjusted the hikes to our abilities and overall, they were very accommodating. Definitely go with them !
Thank you, Bhutan Acorn Tours for our incredible trip
elizabethwX6724HR,
2 thg 6, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00I traveled with my adult son through Bhutan for 8 days, with all arrangements made by Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel in consultation with us to meet our personal requests. We are grateful to Karma for creating a wonderful experience through Bhutan for us, both before and during our trip. Karma answered all of my (many) email questions before the trip always promptly and clearly. He also honored my request, which I didn't really expect him to be able to do, to give us bright, quiet rooms with a view in every lodging. Every one of our rooms had spectacular views, which really enhanced our experience. He tailored our itinerary to meet every one of our requests, right down to wanting to attend the Paro festival twice, and adding certain local restaurants we wanted to try, all included in the price we had already paid. When our guide wasn't a good match for us, Karma provided a new guide the same day we made the request -- and this guide, Pema, was incredible, telling us all about the culture, festivals, history, and meaning of everything we saw, and taking us to as many extra places as we wanted to go along the way. Our driver, Namgay, was also incredible -- he was an excellent, skilled driver and became like family by the end of the trip. Overall, Karma made sure that everything was exactly as we wanted -- addressing our personal requests in a way that we are sure a larger company would not have done. Thank you Karma, Pema, and Namgay! We highly recommend Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel, and will definitely use them again if we return to that part of the world.
Not only a fairy tail
ja205,
29 thg 10, 2022
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was both enjoyable and comprehensive. Acorn's Karma was very responsive to my special interests and with my input tailored a perfect program. My guide, Tashi Dorji was very knowledgeable, dedicated friendly and communicative. I learned a lot from him as he was conducting this tour and interpreting if for me at the same time. My driver Kencho Dorji was also very dedicated, skilled and communicative. I enjoyed the company of both trough out the trip. And above all Bhutan - a pristine gorgeous legend.
Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel sets the highest standard in Professionalism and Service. 10-Day Tour to West-Central Bhutan
SeanAnthony,
9 thg 5, 2019
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel created an intimate Tour & Travel experience for 10-days to West-Central Bhutan. When I booked the trip the interaction was professional, responded promptly, informative of the process, and personal. Booking a trip to a rare country to visit that seems expensive per day rate but its actually very reasonable considering: hotel stay arranged, tour guide, driver with car, gas and bottled water, parking fees, temples and parks fees, and three meals a day are all inclusive. No out of pocket expenses is required unless you want a beer, soda, shopping or provide a tip. An average bhutanese citizen makes less than a dollar a day so the gesture of a tip can be life changing. I was fortunate to have Bhutan Acorn. Traveling alone, I was lucky to be the only one on the tour where other tours had a groups. My experience was a cultural immersion through culture, history and even attire, men's traditional gho. The itinerary is well planned and a jammed packed experience from visiting 8th century Temples, The Infamous Tigers Nest Temple in the Mountains, breathtaking landscapes, to enjoying a European beer and cuisine at the Swiss Guesthouse. I was lucky to attend the Tschechu Festival, an Annual Festival in Punakha where I got the chance to see the 5th King and Former Prime Minister, sightings of the Rare Black Necked Crane, a picture with a Buddhist Grand Master Teacher, and the experience of a 2-day homestay in Phobjikha. My tour guide, Millan Rai, is highly educated, spoke perfect English and provided a professional as well as personal experience that was life changing for me. The culture and religion in Bhutan is so rich and traditional for centuries that it helped me put life into perspective from the influences of fast-paced modern society and overwhelming technology. Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel will be my only company I choose for my next trip to Bhutan. I highly recommend this company as the highest level of standard in Professionalism, Service and Life-changing Experience. Enjoy the Journey.
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