At a Glance
Trip Overview
Best of Western Bhutan Tour offers an enriching journey through some of Bhutan’s most captivating sights and experiences. Beginning in Kathmandu, Nepal, you’ll explore the city’s historic and vibrant heritage sites, including the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Boudhanath Stupa, and the medieval town of Bhaktapur. After immersing yourself in the culture and history of Kathmandu, you’ll embark on a scenic flight to Paro, Bhutan.
Upon arrival in Paro, you’ll drive to Thimphu, the bustling capital of Bhutan. Spend two nights here, where you can discover the city’s landmarks such as the Tashichho Dzong, Buddha Dordenma Statue, and the National Memorial Chorten. Thimphu offers a unique glimpse into Bhutanese life with its blend of traditional and modern elements.
From Thimphu, you’ll travel to Phobjika Valley, a stunning area renowned for its natural beauty and as a habitat for the endangered black-necked cranes. During your two-night stay, enjoy a short hike around the valley and visit the Gangtey Monastery. The serene environment and picturesque landscape provide a perfect setting for relaxation and exploration.
Next, head to Punakha, where you’ll visit the renowned Punakha Dzong, an impressive castle-monastery located at the confluence of two rivers. The dzong’s beautifully renovated architecture and its historical significance make it a highlight of the tour. Spend some time hiking in the surrounding area to fully appreciate the scenic beauty of Punakha.
Returning to Paro for your final two nights, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the charming town and its major sites, including the Paro Dzong and the National Museum of Bhutan. A standout experience is the hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang), perched dramatically on a cliffside. This iconic monastery offers breathtaking views and is a bucket-list destination for many travelers.
Finally, fly back to Kathmandu for your last two nights. Revisit Bhaktapur and other notable heritage sites before concluding your journey. Depart from Kathmandu with a wealth of memories from your immersive exploration of Bhutan and Nepal, capturing the essence of both regions through their culture, history, and natural beauty. If you’re seeking a shorter Bhutan experience, consider our Dragon Kingdom Tour.
Trip Highlights
- Short but very complete visit of Bhutan
- Very diverse set of monuments and nature
- Options for few easy to moderate hikes
- All sights of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Wangdue
- Reaching till the pristine Phobjika valley
- Explore heritage site of Kathmandu
When to Visit
Trip Itinerary
- Full Itinerary
- Outline Itinerary
Departure from home
Back to home
Cost Include
- Airport pick up and drop
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Flight to and from paro
- All sightseeing trip in Kathmandu and Bhutan as on itinerary
- All entry fees during sightseeing
- All Hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu and fullboard in Bhutan
- All Transport on Private Coach
- All entrance and permit fees for visits to monuments and museums
- English speaking guide
Cost Exclude
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Drinks and bar bill
- Tipping
- Personal Insurance
- Additional costs due to illness, force majeure, changes of flight and itinerary
- Bhutan visa 40$
- Other things not mentioned
Dates & Prices
The Following dates and prices are LAND ONLY itinerary joining in Kathmandu. Please make your own flight arrangements. If you need some help to arrange an international flight, we can suggest you some agents who are specialized on ticketing.
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Book with Confidence
No surcharge guarantee whether you are booking for this year or the next, we have undertaken to guarantee that all of our Land Only prices will not change once you have booked your holiday.
Dates with Festivals and Events
Recommended If you are planning your holiday and want to have once in a life time experience then chose the date that combined with events or festivals. It will enhance an experience of life time in your holiday.
Tailor made Journeys
Your journey, your way - This itinerary can be tailored to your desire.
You can also use this tour as a base for a tailor-made itinerary. Like your personal architect creating your one-of- a-kind home, our Travel Specialists will execute the trip of a lifetime. It’s all up to you – logistics, pace, budget, dates, performances, visits, explorations, meals and lodging are hammered out down to the finest customized detail. Please fill in our tailor-made request form.
Private Journeys
Customize the departure dates suitable for you
If you do not want to join a group then you can also make this a private trip with your friends and family one at your own schedule. Considering this, Trekking Team Group organizes private journeys as well. Please choose your own departure date.
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Trip Reviews
I was just searching for a good agency to organize our Bhutan trip and I came through my friend that Trekking Team Group based on Nepal is really a nice company that he have been with. I did chose the company and I never regret it as the service of company was really good. Shree organised the trip and helped me in every way possible. Overall I really enjoyed this experience and I can’t recommend Trekking Team Group enough.
How these top guide books have described us?
"Ein Absolut verlässlicher, superfreundlisher veranstalter mit erstlkassigem Service.”
“Long-established trekking company with a breadth of experience and an easy-to-find location."
"A very reliable, super friendly agency offering top-notch service.”
“une agence engagée avec une belle expertise du terrain.”
Additional Information
This is ADVENTURE travel, and many of the destinations on this site are in remote, underdeveloped areas where unpredictability is the norm. Despite careful planning and organization, our adventure trips can’t be taken for granted like regular trips. Many of the places we visit lack the emergency health and safety services you’re used to in the developed world. Internal flights can be canceled, road transport is often uncomfortable and unreliable, and hotel standards may not match those of the West.
If you’re not prepared for this, you shouldn’t travel with us. The unpredictability also means that our itineraries are statements of intent, not contractual obligations. Factors such as weather, transport difficulties, and political instability might require us to change any itinerary. The trip leader will make any necessary changes after consulting with the group. Such changes are rarely significant, and we always do our best to minimize their impact. However, we cannot be held responsible for changes or delays, regardless of their cause.
What makes this trip different ?
Trekking Team Groups is one of the main supporters of Ambe Foundation, a non-political and non-profit social organization. We contribute our support to the remote village of Nuwakot and different schools like Gramin Devi, Khumbeshwori through donation, sponsorship and partnership in various projects. For details click here what we do and why we do?
Donation
Trekking Team Group donates a percentage of business profits to the foundation on a yearly basis, which supports the ongoing maintenance cost required for Gramin Devi and Khumbeshwori school, a community-based school in Nuwakot.
Sponsorship
One of the major activities of Ambe foundation is the children sponsorship program, which is conducted with full collaboration with Trekking Team Group.
Partnership (Volunteering Program)
The Ambe Volunteer Program, organised by Ambe Foundation and Trekking Team Group, aims to mobilize teams of experts and interested individuals as an effective and economic measure in providing the human capital for education, health and community development in Nuwakot District.