Cultural Tour
Historical Bhutan Tour - 18 Days
The most comprehensive cultural journey through Bhutan's western, central, and eastern valleys, from Tiger's Nest to Mongar, Lhuentse, and Trashigang, at a relaxed pace.
17 Nights / 18 Days Best season: Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) Paro · Thimphu · Punakha · Gangtey / Phobjikha Valley
Overview
This comprehensive cultural journey explores Bhutan's western and central valleys at a relaxed pace, covering major historical and spiritual sites — monasteries, dzongs, and sacred temples — while showcasing different customs and cultures across multiple regions, reaching as far east as Mongar, Lhuentse, and Trashigang.
- Paro Valley: Ta Dzong Museum, Rinpung Dzong, Taktsang Monastery
- Thimphu: National Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Temple, National Library
- Punakha Valley: Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang
- Trongsa, the birthplace of the monarchy
- Bumthang's 7th-century temples: Jambay Lhakhang and Kurjey Lhakhang
- Phobjikha Valley's black-necked cranes
- Haa Valley
Daily Itinerary
Arrive in Paro and drive to Thimphu.
Meals: DinnerStay: 3-star hotel, Thimphu
Included
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
- 3-star hotel accommodations (twin/double sharing)
- E-visa for Bhutan
- Private tour with dedicated guide and driver
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, evening tea)
- In-country transportation and airport transfers
- Sightseeing with entrance fees per itinerary
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Bottled water throughout
Excluded
- International/domestic airfares
- Travel and medical insurance
- Guide/driver domestic airfare costs
- Services not listed under inclusions
- Costs from strikes, mishaps, or political unrest
- Alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
- Gratuities for staff