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Bhutan Heritage Tour : A Journey Through Timeless Traditions

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Paro to Thimphu

    Paro to Thimphu
    Start point
    Paro, Bhutan (Paro Airport, Bhutan)
    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tashichho Dzong, fortress and monastery
    • Explore National Memorial Chorten
    • Leisurely stroll around Thimphu city
    • Visit local markets
    Landmarks
    Paro International Airport
    Tashichho Dzong
    National Memorial Chorten
  3. Day 2

    Thimphu

    Thimphu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Buddha Dordenma Statue with panoramic views
    • Explore Folk Heritage Museum
    • Visit National Textile Museum
    • Tour Institute for Zorig Chusum (Painting School)
    Landmarks
    Buddha Dordenma Statue
    Folk Heritage Museum
    National Textile Museum
    Institute for Zorig Chusum
  4. Day 3

    Thimphu to Punakha

    Thimphu to Punakha
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Dochula Pass with panoramic Himalayan views
    • Visit 108 chortens at Dochula Pass
    • Visit Punakha Dzong
    • Explore Chimi Lhakhang fertility temple
    Landmarks
    Dochula Pass
    Punakha Dzong
    Chimi Lhakhang
  5. Day 4

    Punakha to Phobjikha Valley (Gangtey)

    Punakha to Phobjikha Valley (Gangtey)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gangtey Monastery
    • Nature hike through Phobjikha Valley
    Landmarks
    Phobjikha Valley
    Gangtey Monastery
  6. Day 5

    Phobjikha Valley to Trongsa

    Phobjikha Valley to Trongsa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Trongsa Dzong, largest fortress in Bhutan
    • Explore Ta Dzong museum
    Landmarks
    Trongsa Dzong
    Ta Dzong
  7. Day 6

    Trongsa to Bumthang

    Trongsa to Bumthang
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jakar Dzong (Castle of the White Bird)
    • Explore Kurjey Lhakhang monastery
    Landmarks
    Jakar Dzong
    Kurjey Lhakhang
  8. Day 7

    Bumthang

    Bumthang
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tamshing Lhakhang temple
    • Explore Jambay Lhakhang
    • Visit Swiss Farm

    Optional Activities

    • Explore local markets
    • Visit handicraft shops
    Landmarks
    Tamshing Lhakhang
    Jambay Lhakhang
    Swiss Farm
  9. Day 8

    Bumthang to Phobjikha Valley

    Bumthang to Phobjikha Valley
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Stop at points of interest en route to Phobjikha Valley
  10. Day 9

    Phobjikha Valley to Paro

    Phobjikha Valley to Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Dochula Pass for panoramic Himalayan views

    Optional Activities

    • Explore charming town of Paro
    • Visit local shops in Paro
    Landmarks
    Dochula Pass
  11. Day 10

    Paro

    Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang)

    Optional Activities

    • Last-minute shopping in Paro
    • Additional sightseeing in Paro area
    Landmarks
    Tiger's Nest Monastery
  12. Day 11

    Paro

    Paro
    End point
    Paro, Bhutan (Paro Airport, Bhutan)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Free time in Paro
    Landmarks
    Paro International Airport

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  • Guide
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  • Felix5.0•October 2026
    Excellent tour and well-organized schedule, knowledgeable guide, professional driver, comfortable services also a...
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    Dear Felix, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Bhutan Heritage Tour : A Journey Through Timeless Traditions Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Passage Holidays
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    Sharon5.0•December 2025
    This trip was amazing as was our guide, Wangdi. His knowledge of the history of the dzongs and temples was...
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    Dear Sharon, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Bhutan Heritage Tour : A Journey Through Timeless Traditions. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Passage Holidays
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  • Paull4.0•November 2024
    The tour was wonderfully planned in terms of schedule, with activities that were well organized and included...
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    Dear Paull, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Bhutan Heritage Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
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  • David5.0•November 2024
    Excellent experience. Guides paly an important role during the trip to explain everything about the culture and...
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    Traveled in September 2024
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    Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Bhutan Heritage Tour : A Journey Through Timeless Traditions. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
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    Mary5.0•November 2024
    This was the trip of a lifetime, and our guides made it even more special. We have good memories. All the sites we...
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    Arthur

    Asked on August 20th, 2026

    Will the tour take place if only person books?

    Group size
    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written August 2026

      Yes, a solo traveller can book the tour. We have the tour available on your requested date. Please also note that the tour has a 100% guaranteed departure, regardless of whether there is only one traveller or more.

    • A

      Arthur

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      Are there any additional fees?
      Do you arrange the visa?

    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written August 2026

      Please note that the visa and SDF charges will be USD 1,040 per person for this trip. Yes, we can apply for the visa on your behalf. The SDF charges will be paid along with the visa fees.

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    Pam

    Asked on August 8th, 2026

    What are the best dates to see the festivals? Does your tour include it? Does the price include the SBF and visa?

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    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written August 2026

      The festival is Thimphu Tshechu, which will take place from 21 to 23 September in Thimphu. Please note that the Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) and Bhutan visa charges are not included in the tour price. These charges will be additional.

    • P

      Pam

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      How much would be the cost of the sbf?

    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written August 2026

      The SDF charges will be USD 100 /- Per day per person and the Visa fee is USD 40 /- Per Person.

    • P

      Pam

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      My main interests are Bhutanese culture, monasteries, villages, landscapes and easy-to-moderate day hikes. I am not looking for multi-day trekking. Does this itinerary include several walks/hikes of this kind? Is the departure guaranteed to operate, or does it depend on reaching a minimum number of participants?

    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written August 2026

      Yes, the tour is a 100% guaranteed departure, whether there is only one participant or more.

    • P

      Pam

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      My main interests are culture, monasteries, villages, landscapes and easy-to-moderate day hikes rather than multi-day trekking. Does the October itinerary include several such walks/hikes?

    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written August 2026

      Yes, the itinerary is well suited to your interests. It includes opportunities to explore monasteries, villages, local culture and landscapes, along with several easy-to-moderate walks and day hikes. There is no requirement for multi-day trekking.

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      Pam

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      What is the maximum group size for this departure?

    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written August 2026

      The maximum group size is 10 persons.

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    Diane

    Asked on July 27th, 2026

    I am trying to book a trip, and wondering if the traveler visa is included in this package?

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    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written July 2026

      Please note that the international flights and Bhutan visa are not included in the tour price. The Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) and visa fee will be USD 1,040 per person.

    • D

      Diane

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      Is there any instruction on how to apply for the Bhutan visa, any help or advice you can provide in this process?

    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written August 2026

      Yes, you can apply for your Bhutan visa directly through the official Bhutan visa website. Alternatively, if you prefer, we would be happy to apply for the Bhutan visa on your behalf and assist you with the entire process.

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    Jen

    Asked on July 25th, 2026

    Which dates in April 2027 are guaranteed departure?

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    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written July 2026

      All of our tour departures are 100% guaranteed, so you can book your tour with complete confidence.

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    Muhammad

    Asked on June 29th, 2026

    What departure dates for this trip in 2026?

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    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written June 2026

      We have tour departures every month. Could you please let us know your preferred travel month or dates? Once we receive your travel dates, we will be happy to provide you with the available departure options.

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    Veronica

    Asked on June 22nd, 2026

    I am considering a trip to Bhutan for approximately two weeks in late October or early November. I understand that international visitors require a visa to enter Bhutan. Could you please confirm whether your company arranges the Bhutan visa as part of the tour package, and if so, what information you would need from me to start the process?

    Visa
    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written June 2026

      Yes, our company can arrange the Bhutan visa for you. Please note that, in addition to the visa fee, there is a Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of USD 100 per person per day, which is mandatory for visitors to Bhutan. Once you book the tour with us, we will send you all the necessary details and documentation requirements for processing your Bhutan visa.

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    Kevin

    Asked on June 12th, 2026

    What is the additional cost for a Spanish-speaking guide? What is the cost for a single room supplement if I travel alone? Can you arrange international flights from Barcelona?

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    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written June 2026

      A supplement of EUR 700 will apply for a Spanish-speaking guide for the entire trip for solo traveller. The single room supplement for this tour is EUR 2,545 per solo traveler. Yes, we can arrange the international and regional flights for you. The proposed routing would be: Barcelona – New Delhi, New Delhi – Paro, Paro – New Delhi, New Delhi – Barcelona.

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    Kristen

    Asked on May 14th, 2026

    Could you kindly sum up for me the additional charges for this trip i.e.: Visa, SDF and Entry fees as listed in the "Additional Services" for this trip.

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    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written May 2026

      Please note the additional charges as mentioned below:

      SDF Charges: USD 100 per day per person
      Visa Charges: USD 40 per person
      Entrance Fees: USD 50–70 per person

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    Paul

    Asked on April 27th, 2026

    I am a solo traveller and would like to book a tour of Bhutan in December. I am flexible with departure dates from the 10th dec for about 3 weeks. I would prefer to join a tour that has people than travel by myself. Do you already have people booked on any tours in these dates that I could join?

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    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written April 2026

      Yes, currently two travelers have already booked the tour for the dates 12 December to 22 December 2026.

      As you mentioned a duration of three weeks, may I kindly ask if you would like to spend the entire time in Bhutan, or are you interested in combining your trip with other destinations? We also operate tours in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, and would be happy to suggest a customized itinerary.

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    Joy

    Asked on April 8th, 2026

    Are there any additional discounts available to help balance the cost with the SDF fee?

    Price / Availability
    • Passage HolidaysOperator•Written April 2026

      The SDF is a government-mandated fee, it is non-negotiable, and we are unable to offer any additional discounts on the package at this time.

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