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Quiet valleys & culture
Bhutan
tour packages.
Measured private routes through Thimphu and Paro with culture, mountain scenery and a paced Tiger’s Nest plan.
Best for:FamiliesCouplesSlow travel
Plan for the season
March–May · September–November
1 Bhutan packages below. We can adjust pace, hotel category and route around your group.
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Bhutan tour guide: best time, route and tips
Bhutan is a Himalayan kingdom known for its dzongs, monasteries, clean valleys and its idea of Gross National Happiness. A typical trip covers Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, with the hike to Tiger’s Nest (Paro Taktsang) as the highlight.
We plan Bhutan tour packages from India by flight into Paro or overland via Bagdogra and Phuentsholing, with licensed guides, hotels, permits and private transport.
Best time to visit Bhutan
March to May and September to November are the best months, with clear skies, festivals and pleasant temperatures. Spring brings rhododendrons in bloom; autumn has the famous Thimphu and Paro tsechu festivals. Winters are cold but clear, and the monsoon (June–August) brings rain and leeches on trails.
Entry rules for Indian travellers
Indian citizens do not need a visa for Bhutan but need an entry permit, which is issued on a valid passport or voter ID. Bhutan charges a daily Sustainable Development Fee for visitors; Indian travellers pay a lower rate than other nationalities. Rules change from time to time, so we confirm the current fee and documents with your booking.
How to reach Bhutan
Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines fly to Paro from Delhi, Kolkata, Bagdogra and a few other cities. The overland route goes from Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri station to Phuentsholing on the border, then by road to Thimphu (about 5–6 hours).
Suggested 5–6 night itinerary
Phuentsholing or Paro arrival – Thimphu (2 nights: Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong) – Punakha via Dochula Pass (1 night: Punakha Dzong, suspension bridge) – Paro (2 nights: Tiger’s Nest hike, Rinpung Dzong, Chele La pass).
Bhutan tour package FAQs
Is the Tiger’s Nest hike difficult?
It is a steady uphill hike of about 4–5 hours return. Most healthy travellers can do it at their own pace; ponies are available for part of the way.
Do we need a guide in Bhutan?
Rules for guides differ by area and traveller type. We include a licensed guide in all our Bhutan packages so permits and sightseeing run smoothly.
Can we drive our own car to Bhutan?
Indian vehicles can enter with the right permits, but we usually recommend a local vehicle and driver for mountain roads.
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