I am comparing different Bhutan tours for November. I am keen to see the black neck cranes, immerge into the Bhutanese culture and nature. The nature walks are important and decent hotels as well. Does the name Premium and the higher price reflect better hotels?

Yes, the 'Premium' label reflects an elevated level of comfort, with stays in carefully selected, higher-end accommodations that offer enhanced service, comfort, and amenities compared to standard tours.

What is the star rating of the typical accommodations? Can we pre order a special Diet? No Chiles or Cheese. Western Plain Meal

Since this is a Premium tour the accommodations will be at a local 4 - 4.5 star rating sometimes even 5 stars. We are able to accommodate dietary restrictions as long as you let us know a head of time so that our team to prepare. Please note that depending on the destination some dietary restrictions may be harder to accommodate so options may be limited and we advise to stock up on snacks just incase.

Is this date available for a single supp at the same price $4695? I'm only interested if it's a single room.

The single supplement is subjected to availability and we will need to check with the local team on the same if we can have this arranged for this departure.

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Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 12
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Paro to Thimphu
Paro to Thimphu
Start point
Paro, Bhutan (Arrival transfer from Paro International Airport)
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local restaurant featuring traditional Bhutanese cuisine including seasonal vegetables, red rice with chilli cheese, and optional Bhutanese peach wine or Ara)
Included Activities
- Arrival transfer from Paro airport to Thimphu
- Orientation walk through Thimphu's main street
- Visit National Memorial Chorten
- Welcome dinner with traditional Bhutanese cuisine
Landmarks
National Memorial Chorten
Day 2
Thimphu
Thimphu
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Buddha Point (Buddha Dordenma) for panoramic views
- Short hike through pine forests to spot takin
- Viewing of Tashichho Dzong fortress and monastery
- Visit National Textile Museum
- Visit Simply Bhutan Heritage Museum with archery experience
- Visit Voluntary Artists School
Landmarks
Buddha Dordenma (Buddha Point)
Tashichho Dzong
National Textile Museum
Simply Bhutan Heritage Museum
Voluntary Artists School
Day 3
Thimphu to Phobjikha
Thimphu to Phobjikha
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Desho Paper Factory for traditional paper-making
- Visit Simtokha Dzong
- Cross Dochula Pass with viewing of Druk Wangyal Chortens
- Visit Gangte Goemba monastery
- Learning about Buddhism and Gross National Happiness from guide
Landmarks
Desho Paper Factory
Simtokha Dzong
Dochula Pass
Druk Wangyal Chortens
Gangte Goemba
Day 4
Phobjikha
Phobjikha
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) centre
- Crane spotting with scopes in Phobjikha Valley
- Gentle 2-hour valley hike with guide
Landmarks
Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) Centre
Phobjikha Valley
Day 5
Phobjikha to Punakha
Phobjikha to Punakha
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility) with village walk
- Leader explanation of temple significance and fertility traditions
Landmarks
Chimi Lhakhang
Sopsokha village
Day 6
Punakha
Punakha
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Hike at suspension bridge crossing Mo Chu River
- Hike through paddy fields to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
- Visit Punakha Dzong
- Visit Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Temple and nunnery for evening prayers
Landmarks
Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
Punakha Dzong
Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Temple and Nunnery
Day 7
Punakha to Paro
Punakha to Paro
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Free time to explore Paro town
- Visit Kaja Throm farmers market
Landmarks
Kaja Throm Market
Day 8
Paro
Paro
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch and refreshments at teahouse with views), Dinner (Home-cooked final dinner at farmhouse)
Included Activities
- Hike to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery viewpoint through pine forests
- Lunch and refreshments at teahouse
- Home-cooked final dinner at farmhouse
Optional Activities
- Additional hike to reach Taktsang temple entrance (approximately 1 hour each way)
Landmarks
Taktsang (Tiger's Nest)
Day 9
Paro
Paro
End point
Paro, Bhutan (Departure transfer to Paro International Airport)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Departure transfer to Paro airport

Landmarks
National Memorial Chorten

Landmarks
Buddha Dordenma (Buddha Point)
Tashichho Dzong
National Textile Museum
Simply Bhutan Heritage Museum
Voluntary Artists School

Landmarks
Desho Paper Factory
Simtokha Dzong
Dochula Pass
Druk Wangyal Chortens
Gangte Goemba

Landmarks
Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) Centre
Phobjikha Valley

Landmarks
Chimi Lhakhang
Sopsokha village

Landmarks
Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
Punakha Dzong
Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Temple and Nunnery

Landmarks
Kaja Throm Market

Landmarks
Taktsang (Tiger's Nest)

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Irina5.0•May 2019
The trip was very well organised and I very much enjoyed it. Bhutan is beautiful!
Paula4.5•November 2017
Bhutan is a semitropical mountain country of Buddhist people who are proud, progressive, forward and backward looking...
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Sarah5.0•April 2016
Such a beautiful and well-preserved country. Make sure you get there! Brilliant tour that covered some off the beaten...
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Alison
Asked on July 1st, 2025
I am comparing different Bhutan tours for November. I am keen to see the black neck cranes, immerge into the Bhutanese culture and nature. The nature walks are important and decent hotels as well. Does the name Premium and the higher price reflect better hotels?
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- Intrepid PremiumOperator•Written July 2025
  Yes, the 'Premium' label reflects an elevated level of comfort, with stays in carefully selected, higher-end accommodations that offer enhanced service, comfort, and amenities compared to standard tours.
- A
  Alison
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  Would appreciate clarifications about my questions. Would we be able to see the black necked cranes in the wild and join a 2 hour hike?
- Intrepid PremiumOperator•Written July 2025
  On day 6 you will visit the centre of the Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) where you'll learn about the vulnerable, black-necked cranes. Wild cranes will only be visible during the winter months, but if you visit outside this period, you may still have the chance to see black-necked cranes that are being rehabilitated in the centre. In the afternoon, join your leader on a gentle 2-hour hike around the valley and learn about the flora and fauna that call this preserve home.
T
Tony
Asked on November 18th, 2024
What is the star rating of the typical accommodations? Can we pre order a special Diet? No Chiles or Cheese. Western Plain Meal
Accommodation
Meals
- Intrepid PremiumOperator•Written November 2024
  Since this is a Premium tour the accommodations will be at a local 4 - 4.5 star rating sometimes even 5 stars. We are able to accommodate dietary restrictions as long as you let us know a head of time so that our team to prepare. Please note that depending on the destination some dietary restrictions may be harder to accommodate so options may be limited and we advise to stock up on snacks just incase.
- T
  Tony
  Traveler•Written November 2024
  Is it possible to skip the Hike to Tiger's Nest and spend the Day in Paro? At our Hotel? It sounds too Strenuous for us.
- Intrepid PremiumOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, you can skip any included activities by informing your tour leader during the welcome meeting. Once you have booked the trip with us, please confirm this to us so that we can keep our local team informed about this.
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David
Asked on September 15th, 2023
Is this date available for a single supp at the same price $4695? I'm only interested if it's a single room.
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- Intrepid PremiumOperator•Written September 2023
  The single supplement is subjected to availability and we will need to check with the local team on the same if we can have this arranged for this departure.

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- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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Thimphu

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Thimphu to Phobjikha

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Phobjikha

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Phobjikha to Punakha

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Punakha

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Punakha to Paro

Included Activities

Paro

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Paro

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