Overview
This private, guided tour explores the heritage and traditions of Bhutan’s timeless culture that still thrive today. This cultural tour explores the wonderfully diverse environment of Bhutan’s western valleys as well as their cultural heritage. Drive over high mountain passes and through rapidly changing vegetation from pine forests to hills covered in rhododendrons, magnolias and dwarf bamboo – abundant with birds and wildlife. The centerpiece to this tour is time spent exploring the beautiful Phobjikha Valley, winter home to the rare Black-Necked Crane. This tour also visits ancient fortresses, temples, monasteries, markets, farm houses and museums in Paro, Thimphu and Punakha. Highlights include the Ta Dzong Museum, Rimpong Dzong,The National Memorial Chorten, 12th century Changangkha Temple, the National Library exhibiting ancient scriptures, Phobjikha Sanctuary and Punakha Dzong.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
- Local taxes
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Transport by private vehicle
- 3-star hotels with private bathrooms
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
- Accommodation as per itinerary
What's Not Included
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Flight Ticket
- Travel Insurance
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Detailed itinerary may be confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Make sure you have medical / travel Insurance
- Visitors are expected to dress modestly and respectfully especially if you are planning a visit to the monasteries, Dzongs and other religious institutions
- Bhutan experiences great variations in its climate. In general summers are warm with average daily temperature ranging from 20 to 25 degrees Celsius, while winter temperatures are usually below 15 degrees Celsius
- Vegan, vegetarian, halal, gluten-free and lactose-free options are available. Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.