Bhutan Tours - Travel to the Last Shangri-La 2024/2025
Big discounts available for Bhutan's Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
It is the best time to travel Bhutan! Reservations made starting from June 01, 2023 onwards will be eligible for the exclusive benefits associated with the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for guests paying in US Dollars. These incentives are applicable for stays in Bhutan from June 01, 2023 to December 31, 2024.
4 + 4: By paying the SDF of USD 200 per person per night for four nights, guests can enjoy an additional four nights without the daily levy.
7 + 7: Guests paying the SDF of USD 200 per person per night for seven nights can receive an extra seven nights without the daily levy.
12 + 18: For a duration of twelve nights, guests can pay the SDF of USD 200 per person per night and receive an impressive eighteen additional nights without the daily levy.
Bhutan, known as the Land of the Thunder Dragon, is an endlessly alluring Himalayan kingdom enveloped in holiness and blessedness. As a medieval country with its featured customs, Bhutan never seeks for the speedy modernization at the expense of its original charm. Attaching great importance to environmental protection and cultural preservation, undoubtedly it gets a reputation of the Last Shangri-La. Traveling to Bhutan allows you to trace back to the old life hundreds of years ago. You are able to probe into primitive Himalayan scenery, featured traditional architectures, antique Buddhist sites, happiest local people, spectacular festivals, etc.
Himalayas Discovery is a Himalaya based travel agency with office in Bhutan. We are specialized in offering authentic Bhutan exploration with flexibility in your own interest, schedule and budget. Here you can choose one of our bestselling Bhutan tours varying on travel length and theme, or have an unbelievable experience of traveling Nepal Tibet Bhutan together. Firsthand Bhutan travel information is also provided to make sure you make a right decision by looking at a broad range of destinations, attractions, transportations, weather, accommodations, activities, etc.
Bhutan's Tourism Policy
1. Bhutan is now open to tourists from all over the world;
2. A Bhutan Visa is required for Bhutan travel. It can only be applied with the help of authorized travel agency;
3. Covid-19 policy: travelers have to provide proof of being vaccinated; PCR test report is not required;
4. Bhutan Tourism Tax, officially known as Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), is 200 USD per night per person. Government has no requirement on the minimum cost of travelers’ daily travel.
Top 8 Bhutan Tour Packages – Travel Bhutan with Classic Itineraries
Classic Bhutan tours usually cover Paro where the famous Tiger's Nest is located, Thimphu - the capital city, and Punakha which is famous for having the most beautiful Dzong of Bhutan. It is strongly recommended to spend 2 or 3 more days contributing your tour to central where the most beautiful valleys and authentic local culture await your exploration. Bhutan is also the perfect destination for trekking, birding, festival, etc. Here are our top 8 Bhutan Tour Packages which cover the most popular destinations and attractions. If you have any other ideas, feel free to contact us to tailor-make your own unique trip.
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Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Paro
5 Days Bhutan Classic Tour (Paro & Thimphu & Punakha)
It is the most classic Bhutan tour covering top 3 classic destinations - Paro, Thimphu Punakha. Especially recommended to first-timer.
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Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Phobjikha / Paro
6 Days Last Shangri-La Highlights Tour
This 6 days tour is made for those who are interested in Bhutan’s bright culture and unique Bhutanese way of life. It takes you to feel the charm of Shangri-La.
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Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Phobjikha / Trongsa / Bumthang / Wangue Phodrang / Paro
9 Days Bhutan In-depth Natural and Cultural Tour
It is an in-depth tour allows you to explore almost all Bhutan highlights from Paro to Bumthang viaThimphu, Punakha, Wangdue, Trongsa...
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Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Haa / Paro
7 Days Bhutan Adventure Tour with Haa Valley
Not satisfied with only traveling in the hot destinations but also thirsty for something different and incredible? Pick this tour, and you can have an adventure to Haa Valley.
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Paro / Druk Path / Thimphu / Punakha / Paro
9 Days Druk Path Trekking with Best Bhutan Highlights
Enjoy the most classic trekking experience and iconic attractions in Bhutan with our all-inclusive tour package. Supported by professional trekking team.
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Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Paro
4 Days Bhutan Short Break Tour from Paro to Thimphu
This tour takes you to have an effective Bhutan experience with not-be-missed essence of Paro and Thimphu in short 4 days.
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Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Tirsang / Gelephu / Zhemgang / Bumthang / Phobjikha / Paro
13 Days Bhutan Birding Tour
This 13 days Bhutan birding tour aims to offer you a precious opportunity to spot birds in abundance as well as admire the breathtaking scenery.
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Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Phobjikha / Paro
7 Days Thimphu Tshechu Festival Tour - Bhutan Tshechu Trip
Spend 3 days celebrating this big festival with local people and exploring Thimphu highlights. Of course, you won't miss Bhutan's exotic visuals and architectural wonders in Paro and Thimphu.
Where to Go in Bhutan - Bhutan Tours by Destinations
Bhutan's tourist destinations are distributed in its three parts from west to east. Western Bhutan (mainly including Paro, Thimphu and Punakha) is a must. Central Bhutan (Wangdue Phodrang, Trongsa and Bumthang, etc.) offers an in-depth nature and culture discovery, and eastern Bhutan with off-the-beaten-track sights is a paradise for adventurers. Below are our top 6 travel destinations with detailed guide.
Essential Bhutan Travel Guide
In addition to the tourist destinations, you may have other problems to save before your Bhutan tour. There is essential Bhutan guide offering the overwhelming amount of travel information, involving Bhutan visa, attractions, transportation, weather, accommodation, etc. to help you plan a high-quality experience. Besides, we display some readable travel articles (like Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee, Bhutan Trekking, Bhutan Festivals…) from which you can get a better understanding of Bhutan.
- Plan a Bhutan Tour
- Bhutan Visa
- Places to Visit
- Things to Do
- Best Time to Visit
- Where to Accommodate
- Get to Bhutan
- Flights to Bhutan
- Get from Nepal to Bhutan
- Bhutan Transportation
- Maps of Bhutan
- Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee
- Bhutan Festivals
- Bhutan Birding Experience
- Bhutan Trekking
- Bhutan Travel FAQs
Discover Bhutan with Nepal - Strongly Recommended
The mysterious Himalaya is full of treasures, and Nepal possesses only a small part of the treasures. Traveling Bhutan with Nepal, you will encounter with more historical and natural wonders. Take one of our Nepal Bhutan Tours to start your once in a lifetime Himalayan adventure now!
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8 Days Kathmandu Pokhara Chitwan Highlights Tour
Kathmandu / Nagarkot / Pokhara / Chitwan / Kathmandu
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12 Days Nepal Bhutan Leisure Vacation Tour
Kathmandu / Nagarkot / Pokhara / Chitwan / Kathmandu / Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Tiger's Nest / Paro
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9 Days Nepal Bhutan Highlights Tour
Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu / Paro / Thimphu / Punakha / Paro / Tiger's Nest / Paro