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Spirit of Bhutan - 8 Days

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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Paro to Thimphu

    Paro to Thimphu
    Start point
    Paro, Bhutan (paro,bhutan)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3*

    Included Activities

    • Visit National Memorial Chorten
    • Explore Tashichho Dzong fortress
    Landmarks
    National Memorial Chorten
    Tashichho Dzong
  3. Day 2

    Thimphu

    Thimphu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3*

    Included Activities

    • Visit Buddha Dordenma statue
    • Hike to Changakha Lhakang monastery
    • Visit Simply Bhutan museum
    • Visit Painting School

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping at local shops
    Landmarks
    Buddha Dordenma
    Changakha Lhakang
    Simply Bhutan Museum
    Painting School
  4. Day 3

    Thimphu to Phobjikha Valley

    Thimphu to Phobjikha Valley
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3*

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dochula Pass with 108 chortens
    • Visit Gangtey Goempa monastery
    • Explore Phobjikha Valley on foot
    • Visit Crane Information Centre
    Landmarks
    Dochula Pass
    Gangtey Goempa
    Phobjikha Valley
  5. Day 4

    Phobjikha Valley to Punakha

    Phobjikha Valley to Punakha
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3*

    Included Activities

    • Nature Trail hike in Phobjikha Valley
    • Visit Punakha Dzong
    • Walk to suspension bridge
    Landmarks
    Punakha Dzong
  6. Day 5

    Punakha

    Punakha
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch on picturesque riverside), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3*

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Khamsum Yueley Namgyal Chorten
    • Picnic lunch by riverside
    • Visit Wangduephodrang Dzong
    • Walk to Chimi Lhakhang
    Landmarks
    Khamsum Yueley Namgyal Chorten
    Wangduephodrang Dzong
    Chimi Lhakhang
  7. Day 6

    Punakha to Paro

    Punakha to Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3*

    Included Activities

    • Visit handicraft and souvenir stores
    • Visit Semtokha Dzong
    Landmarks
    Semtokha Dzong
  8. Day 7

    Paro

    Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3*

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Taktsang Monastery
    • Visit Drukgyel Dzong ruins
    • Visit Kyichu Lhakhang

    Optional Activities

    • Horse transfer for Taktsang hike
    • Day trip to Haa Valley via Chelila Pass
    Landmarks
    Taktsang Monastery
    Drukgyel Dzong
    Kyichu Lhakhang
    Mount Jomolhari
  9. Day 8

    Paro

    Paro
    End point
    Paro, Bhutan (paro,bhutan)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Guide
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  • Food
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  • STEPHEN4.8•September 2026
    This was the most perfect trip we have ever taken, and we have had a lot of trips over the years. It started with...
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    It's great to know that you had such a memorable time in Bhutan tour with us. We thank you for your kind and valuable words Stephen.
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  • Kwan
    Kwan5.0•April 2026
    The Niwash, my guide and Chenchou, the driver were great. I had a wonderful time.
    Traveled in April 2026
    Reply from: Adventure Himalayan Travels
    It's great to know that you had such a memorable time in Bhutan tour with us. We thank you for your kind and valuable words kwan.
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  • Regis5.0•March 2026
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    Perfectly organized. Competent, flexible guide and driver. Comfortable vehicles and hotels. A program that allows you...
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    It's great to know that you had such a memorable time in Bhutan tour with us. We thank you for your kind and valuable words Regis.
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  • Regis5.0•March 2026
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    Good organization, competent and flexible guide and driver, comfortable vehicle and accommodation.
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    It's great to know that you had such a memorable time in Bhutan tour with us. We thank you for your kind and valuable words Regis.
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  • Ashin5.0•April 2025
    Well plan for every day
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    It's great to know that you had such a memorable time in Bhutan with us. We thank Ashin for your kind and valuable words
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  • Glenn
    Glenn5.0•July 2023
    Very well run by the local tour company (Gakyil) . My guide and driver were excellent.(Dev and Tashi) Both had really...
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    Traveled in June 2023
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    Thank you very much for your valuable words Glenn.
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  • Gary
    Gary4.0•October 2019
    Adventure Himalaya was not the tour operator as stated, We discovered on arrival that it was Bhutan Aries Tours and...
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    Traveled in October 2019
  • Kathleen
    Kathleen4.0•May 2019
    The Spirit of Bhutan tour exceeded our expectations and the itinerary we did was better than what had been outlined...
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    Traveled in April 2019
    Reply from: Adventure Himalayan Travels
    Thank you very much for your words Kathleen.
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  • Jen
    Jen4.5•July 2018
    During 8 days in Bhutan, we explored and learned a lot of things about Bhutan, visited several historical and...
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    Traveled in March 2016
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    Thank you for your valuable words.
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  • K

    Kerry

    Asked on June 21st, 2026

    We are looking at this trip for September or October and were wondering how much time is actually available to tour Taktsang Monastery after you hike up to it. That is not stated as such in the itinerary.

    Tour Details
    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written June 2026

      The hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest) typically takes about 2–3 hours uphill, depending on your pace. For those who prefer not to hike the entire way, horses can be hired for part of the ascent.
      Once you reach the monastery, there is usually sufficient time to explore and tour the monastery complex, take in the views, and enjoy the surroundings before hiking back down. Most visitors spend approximately 1–2 hours at the monastery itself.

  • V

    Valerie

    Asked on November 14th, 2025

    Traveling from Portugal to Bhutan, how can I manage the visa to enter the country?

    Visa
    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written November 2025

      Once your tour is booked, we will take care of the visa process and email your approved visa 10 days prior to your arrival. For this you will have to share a copy of your passport and a passport-size photo so we can get started.

    • V

      Valerie

      Traveler•Written November 2025

      Is it possible to book the departure on December 1? Can we arrange the visa on time, to enter the country? Do I need to take care of anything in Portugal or with the embassy? Or you can send me the visa?

    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written November 2025

      It will be possible to tour on 1 Dec 2025. I will arrange for your visa. No need to arrange a visa from your country. You can send me a passport copy and passport size photo. I can make a visa and send you 7 days before your arrival in Bhutan.

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    Jennifer

    Asked on October 17th, 2025

    does the hotel have hot shower and heater for winter?thanks

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      Jennifer

      Traveler•Written October 2025

      when we fly to Paro, will the tour guide pick us up at the airport?

    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written October 2025

      You will get attach bathroom with hot shower and AC room. Guide and Driver will be airport with your name card at the arrival gate on your flight time.

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    Dan

    Asked on October 8th, 2025

    Do you apply for a visa for me for Bhutan? I am interested in the April 19, 2026, trip. How does that work? Do I book the trip first, and you apply for a visa? If the visa is not approved, could I get a refund? Is the SDF included with the trip?

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    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written October 2025

      When you book the tour it will be guaranteed departure on your booking date. We will join the other people on your date. If nobody book the tour on your date we will run a solo tour it will be the same cost. After your tour booking we will apply for the visa and send it to you. You will get a Visa 100% for Bhutan. This price included the SDF fee.

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    Chelsea

    Asked on October 5th, 2025

    Do you offer any shorter tours (lesser number of days) that would include the festival?

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      Chelsea

      Traveler•Written October 2025

      For example, is there a five day tour that includes the festival?

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      Chelsea

      Traveler•Written October 2025

      As I understand it, the $1875 includes taking care of the visa stuff for me, right? I have to arrange for the flight, but I will have everything I need to get through customs?

    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written October 2025

      yes, -4 Nights at 3* hotel accommodation with WiFi (Luxury hotels will be charged separately) -Personal specialized English speaking guide & driver with SUV -Visa Fee --Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (excluding alcoholic drinks) -Tea and Snacks -All entrance fees & sightseeing including Monasteries & Dzongs etc -All the transportation by private vehicle -100$ Bhutan Government daily royalties which goes for free education and free health -services for the Bhutanese people, and other taxes -Mineral water all time during the tour

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    Steven

    Asked on September 21st, 2025

    Do I arrive on April 19 or 20? If I arrive on the 19th, will I be able to book a night in a hotel? Will there be an airport pick-up? Will the tour company apply for a visa for me? I'm an American citizen. Will we be hiking to see Taktsang Monastery?

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    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written September 2025

      You can choose to arrive on either April 19 or 20. If you choose April 20, but still want to arrive on April 19, then we can help you book an extra day (including hotel, guide, the fees) for an additional cost of USD 370. Yes, the airport pickup will be provided. The visa application will be handled by us, and both the visa fee and the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) are already included in the total price of the tour. And yes, we will be hiking to the iconic Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest).

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      Steven

      Traveler•Written September 2025

      370 is the cost of the hotel and SDF for April 19. Since the tour starts on April 20, do I need a fee for a guide on April 19?

    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written September 2025

      USD 370 full package pickup, Guide, hotel, food and SDF. If you want pickup visa and SDF only, it will cost USD 200 one person.

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      Steven

      Traveler•Written September 2025

      If I arrive a day early, I will incur one night's stay and the cost of one SDF. What is the guide for April 19 if the tour starts on April 20? What is the cost of a hotel stay?

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      Steven

      Traveler•Written September 2025

      I checked the flight. It will arrive at Paro at 10:10 am on April 20. Does that suit the itinerary?

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    Christopher

    Asked on July 15th, 2025

    Is it possible to change from single room to double room if a third friend joins later?

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      Christopher

      Traveler•Written July 2025

      Is the weather good during the tour dates in February/March?

    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written July 2025

      The weather in Bhutan during this time is generally cool and dry. Daytime temperatures typically range between 14°C to 18°C (50°F to 64°F). Night time temperatures can drop to 2°C or below (32°F), especially in higher altitudes. We recommend dressing in layers and bringing a warm jacket for the evenings.

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      Christopher

      Traveler•Written July 2025

      What about the deposit? Is it possible to pay in several times?

    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written July 2025

      Yes, it is possible for your third friend to join later and for you to change your single room to a double room at that time. I understand that the plans can change, so if your friend confirms in November, I will be happy to update your booking accordingly.

    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written July 2025

      As for the deposit, TourRadar offers flexible payment options, including the possibility to pay in several installments. For the booking, you will have to deposit 20% of the total amount.

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    Tyler

    Asked on May 4th, 2025

    Do you help to get Visa for me? I am US citizen.

    Visa
    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written May 2025

      You are welcome to the Buddhist Country of Bhutan. If you book our tour I will make you the visa and send you.

  • J

    Jack

    Asked on March 25th, 2025

    How does it work with the VISA? Also should I book my flights for this precise date?

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    Visa
    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written March 2025

      After your Booking tour i need your passport copy and one passport size photo for the visa process. At this price a flight ticket is not included. When you book the tour it will be guaranteed departure.

  • V

    Victor

    Asked on February 24th, 2025

    Is it possible to get a discount for booking two people?

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    • Adventure Himalayan TravelsOperator•Written February 2025

      Yes, booking for two also qualifies for the discount, just like for larger groups.

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