Location: Thimphu
Top Things to do in Thimphu
Countries
Top 6 Beer Tastings & Tours in Thimphu, Thimphu District
Thimphu (/tɪmˈpuː/; Dzongkha: ཐིམ་ཕུ [tʰimpʰu]; formerly spelled as Thimbu or Thimpu) is the capital and largest city of the Kingdom of Bhutan. It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's dzongkhags, the Thimphu District. The ancient capital city of Punakha was replaced by Thimphu when it was established as capital in 1955, and in 1961 Thimphu was declared as the capital of the Kingdom of Bhutan by His Majesty the 3rd Druk Gyalpo Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
Restaurants in Thimphu
1. Bhutan Honeymoon Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
The roof of the world, the unadulterated Scenic beauty , virgin mountains and the quiet ambiance makes Bhutan the perfect place to plan your honeymoon *Watch the Sunset From Paro Rinpung Dzong in the evening *Romance with the untamed river *Gaze at the stars at the midnight *Have a candle light dinner on mountain top *Take a hike through a solitary forest *Take a Selfie on the Tiger Nest Cliff *Try out different flavor of beer at Namgay artisinary brewery * Make snowman in winter *Visit Chimmi Lhakhang and wish for a healthy child *Rest by a Bonfire *Renew your wedding vows *Hit the blue eye in a local game of archery *Say Hello to Takin, the national game of Bhutan *Take a scenic drive *Dress in Bhutanese costume by choosing your favorite color & take a wonderful Memory back home
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Bhutan Visa, Certified Guide ; Accomodation At 3* Luxury Hotel & All Internal Taxes and Charges
Exclusions: Travel Insurance, International & Domestic Flight
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.
2. A Journey to the Center of Bhutan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This trip is designed to take you to the heart of Bhutan - literally and metaphorically. You will cover Bhutan's most popular destinations and breadth-taking landscapes. At the same time, you can also reach some of the remote nooks and corners where you can have an authentic local experience. On top of that, you can customize the specifics of your own trip so that it is a truly tailor-made tour for you.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch
Exclusions:
3. Best of Bhutan Tour( Culture- Hikes- Architecture- Short Trek- Festival )
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
This Tour Includes the Best Flavor of Bhutan. It has a mix of Tradition- Culture & Heritage- Beautiful Nature Hikes- Camping-Village Visit, National Park, Adventure , Authentic Bhutanese Experience and Colorful festival. In this 10 days tour you would be witnessing the untouched ancient world where fascinating cultural traditions are just as plentiful as the far reaching views of the Himalayas.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Bhutan Visa, Accommodation,Camping Equipment, Private transportation, Guide,Taxes, Fees and Charges
Exclusions: Those not included in inclusion
Reviewed By meetad12
We had booked our trip for Bhutan with Bhutan Best In bound. I got a reference through trip advisor itself. Mr. Thinley approached us with all the details and best quote. I got very comfortable with the approach and decided to finally go with Bhutan Best In Bound. But before we finalized the itinerary, I made Thinley answer and solve my 100+ queries. He was patient enough through out the the itinerary planning and did not follow up at all. He gave us enough time to decide and get back to him. My family and I were very comfortable. The itinerary was best and exactly what I was looking for. The best part came when we had to make payment. I was figuring out the mode of payment , Bhutan being treated differently in banking channel in India and it took longer than expected. The date of travelling was approaching too fast but not even once he followed up or dropped an informal inquiry about the payment. That was the best feeling that you are going on a foreign land and the people want you to experience their cultural and get the best experience for you and not necessarily run behind money. Unfortunately, the day before our departure, Bhutan restricted entry for tourist due to COVID 19 and we could not travel to Bhutan. Thinley refunded the entire advance in a short time without me following up for it even once. Bhutan best in bound is an example why Bhutan is called kingdom of happiness because its the people who make it happy place. I have my itinerary ready and as soon as things get back to "new normal" post COVID-19, my family and I will make a trip to Bhutan and that too with Bhutan Best In Bound, no second choice.
4. 13-Day Food Odyssey, The Culinary Delights of the Kingdom
Nestled in the inner Himalayas with the purest air and glacial spring waters, Bhutan possesses perfect raising grounds for varied fruits and vegetables categorized as ‘Organic’ due to the minimum or no use of chemical fertilizers. Climates vary from sub-tropical in the south to temperate in the interiors to the highlands in the north making it ideal to grow different varieties of crops. Import of fruits and vegetables especially from India are banned (due to the high concentration of chemical fertilizers) and the focus for Bhutan is to be self sufficient and grow our own crops.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled mineral water throughout, Cooler box for cold water/beverage in the vehicle , Hot thermos with tea/coffee on the go , Umbrellas , Dedicated SUV vehicle with a driver, Monumental Fees, Bhutan Tourism Development Fee, VISA Fee, Government Royalty- goes towards the socio-economic development activities, VISA Processing Fee
Exclusions: Tip or gratuity, International Air fare, 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.
5. Amazing Bhutan From East to West
Explore deep inside Bhutan from the remotest alpine village in the east to the capital city in the west giving you insights into the food, cultural and linguistic diversity of a small Kingdom of less than 800,000 population. There are around 20 languages spoken across the country and on this trip, you will come across communities speaking 7 different languages, enjoy stunning landscapes dotted with secluded ornate temples and pristine environment rich in countless flora and fauna. You'll travel through hearts of 4 eastern districts - Trashigang, Trashiyangtse, Mongar & Lhuentse; 2 central districts - Bumthang & Trongsa; and 4 western districts - Wangdue Phodrang, Punakha, Thimphu & Paro. In Trashigang, you'll visit a remote village of Merak and spend 2 nights with the local community to understand their unique customs and culture, explore the pristine village. Merak and its neighboring village Sakteng was opened to tourism only in 2010 with great caution to safeguard its uniqueness.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Visa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 3-4 business days., One-way domestic flight from Paro to Yonphula in Trashignag, eastern Bhutan on Day 2., 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 permits and entry fees, National costumes (Gho for men & Kira for Women). The costumes must be returned to the guide., Minor medical treatment at hospitals in Bhutan if you sustain injuries while on tour, All internal taxes for the services listed above
Exclusions: Travel insurance is highly recommended. Insurance is MANDATORY for trekking adventures., International Airfares, Tips to Guides and Drivers, Alcoholic beverages, laundry services, telephone call charges, Any other expenses of personal nature, Guide speaking other major languages can be arranged for an additional fee.
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!
6. Bhutan Photography Tour: (10N/11D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Explore and photograph wonders of the isolated Himalayan kingdom. Capture stunning images of the legendary Tiger’s Nest monastery perched on cliff at an elevation of 3,120 meters. Meet monk on hilltop monasteries; capture images of red-robed monks in serene and overwhelmingly quiet environment. Click amazing pictures of the 108 stupas beautifully adorned on Dochu La- pass with the snow-capped Himalayan ranges behind. Visit local homes and snap pictures of their daily activities. Frame the breathtaking landscape of Ura valley with the backdrop of blue sky and dramatic clouds.
Inclusions: Accommodation at 3-star hotels (can be upgraded with additional premium), Transportation, Certified guide, all internal taxes and charges., Bhutan Visa, Meals ( Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Exclusions: Travel Insurance , Airfare (International & Domestic)
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.
TAGS
