The 10 Best Private Tours in Bhutan, Bhutan

May 5, 2022 Fernanda Pittenger

Remote Bhutan first allowed the world a peek inside in 1974. With four millennia of habitation, the Himalayan kingdom offers a trove of archaeological treasures, including many ornate temples and dzong fortresses. Isolation has preserved the heavily Buddhist-influenced culture of the last Shangri-La.
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1. Discover Bhutan in 4 Days

Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel
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Perfect for discerning travellers with limited time frame to getaway from busy materialistic city life into the pristine natural environment, stunning landscapes and get pampered with Bhutanese hospitality. This 4 Days 3 Nights journey will take you to remote monasteries and encounter the mindful Buddhist way of life that earned the country its nickname ‘Kingdom of Happiness’. On the 2nd day of this trip, you will hike to the famous Paro Taktsang or Tiger’s Nest built on the face of the 800m rock cliff. There’s nowhere quite like Bhutan. A tiny Buddhist Kingdom, squeezed between India and China, is cautiously embracing modern development guided by the philosophy of Gross National Happiness while still preserving its age-old tradition and ancient culture. Delve deep inside the Bhutanese way of life with expert local guide and discover what brings smiles to the faces of people of Bhutan.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Visa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 3-4 business days., Twin sharing accommodations at 3-star hotels certified by Tourism Council of Bhutan., All ground transportation including round trip airport transfers, English-speaking licensed private tour guide, All internal taxes for the services listed above

Exclusions: Travel insurance. We highly recommend getting insurance. For trekking adventure insurance is a MUST., International Airfares, Alcoholic beverages, laundry services, telephone call charges, Gratuity to guide and driver (optional), Any other expenses of personal nature

Reviewed By Jien F

I visited Bhutan through this company in early March 2020. Mr. Phuntsho of the company had been very prompt and helpful in organizing the trip. He kept the itinerary flexible which allowed me to spend more time at places I loved. I did not have any issues right from the planning of the trip until I left the country. My guide and the drive were a very friendly and I must say they really made my trip one of the best. I highly recommend Bhutan Acorn!

2. Glimpse of Bhutan

Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel
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This 5 days 4 nights trip will present a true Glimpse of Bhutan and imbibe in you what it takes for a tiny Buddhist Kingdom to emerge as a unique tourist destination. The journey will take you through the hearts of three western districts of Bhutan – Paro, capital city Thimphu and fertile Punakha valley which all exhibits strength and tenacity of a nation known for preserving its ancient Buddhist culture and living in harmony with its pristine natural environment. You will visit major historical and religious centers including 4-5 hour return hike to the most spectacular tourist attraction, Paro Taktsang which was originally built in 1692 on a sheer 800-meter rock cliff and 2 hour hike through the beautiful valley in Punakha. En route to Punakha stop at a sacred mountain pass Dochu La at (3,150m/10,335ft) from where you can see, if weather permits, grand panoramic view of some of the highest snow-capped peaks in Bhutan.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Visa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 3-4 business days., Twin sharing accommodations at 3-star hotels certified by Tourism Council of Bhutan., All ground transportation including round trip airport transfers, English-speaking licensed private tour guide, All internal taxes for the services listed above

Exclusions: Travel insurance. We highly recommend getting insurance. For trekking adventure insurance is a MUST., International Airfares, Alcoholic beverages, laundry services, telephone call charges, Gratuity to guide and driver (optional), Any other expenses of personal nature

Reviewed By Jien F

I visited Bhutan through this company in early March 2020. Mr. Phuntsho of the company had been very prompt and helpful in organizing the trip. He kept the itinerary flexible which allowed me to spend more time at places I loved. I did not have any issues right from the planning of the trip until I left the country. My guide and the drive were a very friendly and I must say they really made my trip one of the best. I highly recommend Bhutan Acorn!

3. Bhutan Culture Tour

Charisma Bhutan
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Thimphu Festival of 6 Nights and 7 Days tour to Bhutan will take you with sightseeing, hiking and Festival tour in the capital of Bhutan. This festival is one of the biggest festivals in the country which is called the Thimphu Tshechu (Festival), held for three days on the month of Octomber. The Thimphu Festival is witnessed by thousands of people, both local and tourists from Regional or International. The actual Festival is preceded by days and nights of prayer and rituals to invoke the gods. Mask dances like the Guru Tshengye (Eight Manifestations of Guru Rinpoche), Shaw Shachi (Dance of the Stags) and many more are performed can be seen in Thimphu Festival.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Use of bicycle

4. Cheap and Quality 7 days 6 nights Bhutan Tour package

Journey Highlander Tours and Treks
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We provide the hotels and cars of travellers choice and we take utmost care of our travellers. We also make sure its a hassle free trip

Inclusions: Private transportation, Breakfast, Guide

Exclusions: Entry fee to monastries and other areas, Lunch, Dinner

Reviewed By travellersudhas

Journey highlander is run by unprofessional , untrustworthy people-- Omnath Chhetri and Poor employee Januka. We had booked a complete package.They gave vouchers for very good hotels and took good amount of money & once we reached Bhutan , they changed all hotels to distant localities and newly opened cheapest ones. The Driver was supposed to know the itinery and be a guide but HE was ignorant and had no connection with Journey highlander. In ToTo, it was bad bad experience.

5. 8-Day The Happiness Bhutan Cultural Tour

Bhutan Swallowtail Tours
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

This is one of the most popular holidays amongst the Bhutan Cultural Tour packages. The Happiness Bhutan Tour will take you through a cultural extravaganza of the valleys of Western Bhutan (Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Wangdue valleys), Bhutanese cuisine, culture and traditions, stunning landscape and warm and hospitable people.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Monumental Fees, , Bhutan Tourism Development Fee , VISA processing Fee

Exclusions: International Air fare, Refreshments and bottled drinks and alcohol, Gratuities, Cost arising out of Flight Cancellation/road blockades/ landslides and events beyond our control, Expenses of personal nature and any other expenses not mentioned in the above cost

Reviewed By Jocelynbrock

We had an outstanding trip to Bhutan, even as a global pandemic began to unfold. Our guide Pema and our driver Kencho, were absolutely phenomenal! We met Sonam and Tashi during our trip, and it was clear to us after meeting them, why we were having such a great experience. I highly recommend Bhutan Swallowtail Tours and would DEFINITELY use them again and again.

6. Best of Bhutan Tour

Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel
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On this 6 Days 5 Nights adventure through the hearts of 4 western districts of Bhutan, you’ll go on nature hikes and appreciate the pristine natural environment, explore and ramble through rural villages and gain firsthand experience on its culture and people. Come visit Bhutan with us and explore one of the most unique and extraordinary countries in the world. Bhutan remained isolated for centuries from the rest of the world until it opened its door to the outside world in the 1960s. Bhutan is one of the most beautiful and least traveled countries in the world and the last living Vajrayana Buddhist Kingdom. Bhutan has both natural beauty and cultural wealth so carefully preserved and passed down from generation to generation, that visitors are not surprised to hear its nickname ‘Kingdom of Happiness’.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Visa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 3-4 business days., Twin sharing accommodations at 3-star hotels certified by Tourism Council of Bhutan., All ground transportation including round trip airport transfers, English-speaking licensed private tour guide., All internal taxes for the services listed above

Exclusions: Travel insurance. We highly recommend getting insurance. For trekking adventure insurance is a MUST., International Airfares, Alcoholic beverages, laundry services, telephone call charges, Gratuity to guide and driver (optional), Any other expenses of personal nature

Reviewed By Jien F

I visited Bhutan through this company in early March 2020. Mr. Phuntsho of the company had been very prompt and helpful in organizing the trip. He kept the itinerary flexible which allowed me to spend more time at places I loved. I did not have any issues right from the planning of the trip until I left the country. My guide and the drive were a very friendly and I must say they really made my trip one of the best. I highly recommend Bhutan Acorn!

7. Private 7-Day Bhutan Happiness Cultural Tour

Bhutan Swallowtail Tours
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4.9 based on 28 reviews

This is one of the most popular holidays amongst the Bhutan Cultural Tour packages. The Happiness Bhutan Tour will take you through a cultural extravaganza of the valleys of Western Bhutan (Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Wangdue valleys), Bhutanese cuisine, culture and traditions, stunning landscape and warm and hospitable people.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Airport Transfers, All three meals, tea and coffee, Private transportation, Bhutan Tourism Development Fee, VISA Processing Fee

Exclusions: Air Fares, Refreshments and bottled drinks and alcohol, Cost arising out of Flight Cancellation/road blockades/ landslides and events beyond our control, Expenses of personal nature and any other expenses not mentioned in the above cost

Reviewed By Jocelynbrock

We had an outstanding trip to Bhutan, even as a global pandemic began to unfold. Our guide Pema and our driver Kencho, were absolutely phenomenal! We met Sonam and Tashi during our trip, and it was clear to us after meeting them, why we were having such a great experience. I highly recommend Bhutan Swallowtail Tours and would DEFINITELY use them again and again.

8. Bhutan Family Vacation With Cultural Tour

Bhutan Best Inbound Tour
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Bhutan is an ideal place for family vacation. There are lot of things you can do with your family in Bhutan. You can explore ancient monasteries, visit colorful festivals , go for a picnic on the hill top , hike through the forest, hoist prayer flags or soak in traditional hot stone bath and relax. You can have a meal at farmhouse and enjoy the quiet evening by a bonfire. You can also choose to go for happiness tree plantation and leave your carbon footprint.

Inclusions: Your stay at 3* property( which can be upgraded by paying additional premium), All ground transportation, All meals, Certified English speaking guide, Mineral water, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Travel Insurance

Reviewed By BackPacker366185

I wanted to travel Bhutan for a long time as I had many Bhutanese friends from my college days in Bangalore. I was finally able to pull things together and take out time for this trip to the wonderful Himalayan kingdom in 2018. To my luck I found out that one of my friends, Thinley was operating a travel company in Bhutan and he helped me arrange all the logistics. He arranged a wonderful Bhutan tour for me. The trip was amazing as I was able to meet my good old friends and explore the country of happiness with them. Some of the highlights of my tour are: • The magnificent Tiger’s Nest • Wonderful Paro valley • Excursion to the highest motorable pass of Chele La (3,988 meters) • The serene valley of Ura in Bumthang Bhutan is a paradise of natural beauty and unique culture. Every word that I heard describing this gorgeous stood true. It is a must visit place for anyone who like mountains and nature.

9. 7 Days Thimphu Paro Punakha - Bhutan Culture Tour

Shishu Tours & Travel
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan "known as the peaceful Dragon country" is slowly emerging from centuries of self imposed isolation, this makes Bhutan a truly unique destination to explore its hidden treasure of ancient culture, religion, architecture and its way of life as it was for centuries, so Bhutan's past is still its present and tantric Buddhism is a way of life.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Meet & Greet at Par airport., Return Paro airport transfers., 02Nights accommodation in Thimphu., 02Nights accommodation in Punakha., 02Nights accommodation in Paro., Inter hotel transfers and local sightseeing as per the itinerary., All applicable hotel taxes.

Exclusions: Airfare., Travel Insurance ., Entrance Fees, video camera charges , permits during sightseeing., Any sightseeing or excursion that is not mentioned in the itinerary., Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, porter-age etc., Any other feature which is not mentioned in the "Cost includes" column., Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle other than mentioned in the itinerary., Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides , road blockage , etc., Government service tax @ 5%

Reviewed By 421chaneller

I booked the 60 minute paraglide with this company, when I arrived the next morning I was told that due to the weather I could only do a 30 minute paraglide but would be refunded the difference when I got back to the shop, my actual paraglide was 15-20 minutes which the pilot explained when we got back to the shop. It turned out this company wasn’t based in Pokhara an had paid a cheaper company to do the excursion, the company I had booked with had told the company I went with that they would refund the difference initially and so they had passed that message on. I was very shocked to learn when I got back that I had not flown with the company I had just paid £120 pounds too, and the women I had spoke to wasn’t the manager and couldn’t do anything for me, she called the manger of the original company who then came to the shop and shouted at me and other members of staff, I actually felt so sorry for the company I had flown with and wish I could have took the money from this horrible company and paid it directly to the company I flew with, the manger of the company I flew with apologised and wrote a letter to explain how short my time was in hope I could get the money back from tripadvisor, the manger of the company I booked with then tried to rip this up. Please don’t waste your time with this company, go directly to the shops in Pokhara for a good experience, this was sadly the worst day I had In Pokhara when every other day was amazing.

10. cheap 8 days 7 nights tour to Bhutan

Journey Highlander Tours and Treks
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We provide the hotels and cars of travellers choice and we take utmost care of our travellers. We also make sure its a hassle free trip

Inclusions: Guide, Breakfast, Private transportation

Exclusions: Entry fee to monastries and other areas, Dinner, Lunch

Reviewed By Lucky P

It was wonderful experience in bhutan and especially when you travel with your friend then it gonna be the most wonderful and beautiful trip ... They are very kind and humble to their clients. They treat you as friends. We don't feel like we are another country. Thank you so much for your survive and surely we gonna visit soon .... Through your agency????

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