Bhutan Insider
Custom Travel | 11 Days
- Experience the highlights of western and Central Bhutan, including Paro, Punakha, Phobjikha, and Bumthang
- Get acquainted with Bhutan’s concept of domestic success: the Gross National Happiness index
- Enjoy extra flexibility, luxury lodges of Bhutanese character, and the country’s top guides
- Hike to the fabled Tiger’s Nest monastery, one of the world’s most iconic sites
This custom journey explores the highlights of Bhutan, revealing the kingdom’s breathtaking beauty, the spiritual generosity of its people, and its most luxurious hotels. Explore atmospheric villages, visit with farmers and artisans, and ponder majestic hillside dzong throughout Bhutan’s stunning valleys, all while savoring grand views of the iconic Himalaya. Cap your adventure with a pilgrimage to Tiger’s Nest Monastery, perched 2,700 feet above the valley floor.
Trip Overview
What a fantastic trip! It could not have been better—we loved the itinerary, the country was even more interesting, rich, and welcoming than we had imagined, and Tsewang was the best guide we have ever had on any trip, anywhere.
– ANNE L.
1
The historic town of Paro in western Bhutan welcomes you with views of eastern Himalayan peaks Admire the lush valley and stop into a beloved dzong.
2 – 3
Journey to Punakha, Bhutan’s ancient capital Take a short hike to a storied small temple dedicated to the Divine Madman and visit Punakha's massive, river-side fortress.
4 – 5
A scenic drive to Phobjikha Valley takes you into a pine-covered mountain vale, home to wild boars, leopards, Himalayan black bears, and black-necked cranes Visit a 17th-century monastery.
6 – 8
Continue east to arrive in lesser-visited Bumthang Encounter artisan traditions and talented weavers and Bhutan's astrological legacy with a local expert A drum ceremony at a hilltop monastery is an unforgettable experience.
9 – 11
Return to Paro by air and settle into one of the country's preeminent luxury lodges Hike to the fabled Tiger’s Nest, then celebrate your adventure with a delicious farewell dinner Catch flights home or onward.
EASY EXTENSIONS TO CAMBODIA & LAOS
If you'd like to tie in a visit to Angkor Wat's phenomenal ruins (one of humanity’s greatest architectural achievements) or to Luang Prabang's serene streets and gilded temples, GeoEx destinations specialists are happy to make the arrangements.
Dates & Prices
Dates
Custom Trips offered year-round
Pricing
Custom Trip: From $18,300 per person
based on two travelers, double occupancy; please call for individually tailored recommendations and pricing
Inclusions
- Expertise of GeoEx’s travel specialists
- Services of GeoEx’s in-house air reservations team
- All accommodations
- All ground transportation and airport transfers
- Sightseeing, events, visits, and entrance fees
- Most meals
- Bottled water at included meals and while sightseeing
- Services of local guides, drivers, and other staff
- Some gratuities
- Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
A Journey Built Just For You
Take customization to the next level on a journey fully tailored to you. GeoEx's destination specialists will gladly tailor this existing itinerary—or build one completely from scratch—to suit your style, interests, and time frame. Contact us to see what's possible.
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