Bhutan Tours and Itineraries: 31 Trips from 4 to 32 Days
Explore 31 Bhutan tours and itineraries planned by our own licensed guides, each one private, all-inclusive and adjustable to your dates, with the visa, Sustainable Development Fee, hotels, meals, guide and driver in the price. Five days in Bhutan covers the western valleys: the Tiger's Nest above Paro, Thimphu's dzong and giant Buddha, and Punakha's riverside fortress. With seven to ten days you can add the Phobjikha valley, winter home of the black-necked cranes, and the temples and farm villages of Bumthang in central Bhutan. For a walking holiday, the nine-day Dagala Thousand Lakes trek climbs past alpine lakes with views along the Himalaya to Jomolhari, and the Druk Path links Paro and Thimphu over high ridges in the same number of days.
Filter the catalogue by length, price and valley. Festival dates live on the festival calendar.
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4 Days Bhutan Tour
The shortest itinerary we run: a night in Thimphu, two in Paro, and Tiger's Nest on the last full day.
5 Days Bhutan Tour
The shortest itinerary that reaches all three western valleys - Paro, Thimphu and Punakha.
6 Days Bhutan Tour
The five-day route with a night in Punakha, so the old winter capital is not a day trip.
7 Days Bhutan Tour
The shortest itinerary that reaches Phobjikha, winter home of the black-necked cranes.
8 Days Bhutan Tour
Crosses the Black Mountains into central Bhutan for Trongsa's fortress and two nights in Phobjikha.
9 Days Bhutan Tour
The shortest trip that reaches Bumthang, Bhutan's spiritual heartland.
10 Days Bhutan Tour
Three nights in Bumthang and a day in the highland village of Ura, with no day spent purely in transit.
11 Days Bhutan Tour
The ten-day central circuit plus a hike to Tango Monastery, for walking woven through the trip.
12 Days Bhutan Tour
Our most unhurried central route - three hikes, and time to sit in a temple courtyard.
13 Days Bhutan Tour
Adds the Haa valley over Chele La, Bhutan's highest road pass, to the full central circuit.
14 Days Bhutan Tour
The full traverse - Paro to Trashigang in the far east, over the 3,780m Thrumshingla Pass.
Jambay Lhakhang Drup Festival Tour
Timed for the Mewang fire blessing at Jambay Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan.
Paro Festival Tour
Experience the spectacular Paro Festival with sacred mask dances at the historic Paro Rinpung Dzong.
Thimphu Festival Tour
Join the grand Thimphu Festival at Tashichho Dzong, the capital's biggest celebration.
Punakha Festival Tour
Experience Punakha Festival at the stunning Punakha Dzong, one of Bhutan's oldest festivals.
Black-Necked Crane Festival Tour
Celebrate the arrival of endangered black-necked cranes in the beautiful Phobjikha Valley.
Druk-Wangyel Festival Tour
Witness the Druk Wangyel Festival at Dochula Pass honoring the King with spectacular mountain backdrop.
Rhododendron Festival Tour
Celebrate Bhutan's national flower with exhibitions, hikes, and cultural performances.
Kurjey Lhakhang Festival Tour
Experience the sacred Kurjey Festival at the temple where Guru Rinpoche left his body print.
Thangbi Mani Festival Tour
Experience the unique fire blessing festival at Thangbi Lhakhang with traditional fire rituals.
9 Days Bhutan Hiking Tour
The western valleys on foot: six hikes from Punakha's rice terraces to Phajoding Monastery, with Tiger's Nest to finish.
Romantic Bhutan Honeymoon
Begin your forever in the mystical kingdom of happiness with this romantic getaway.
Stargazing in Punakha
Experience Bhutan's pristine night skies in the magical Punakha Valley. Combine cultural exploration with guided stargazing sessions under some of the world's darkest skies.
Bumdra Trek
Bumdra means 'Rock of One Hundred Thousand Footprints'.
Tshaluna Trek
The first two days of the trek follow the same route as the Druk Path Trek.
Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek
This trek takes you into an area adorned with a multitude of pristine, crystal clear lakes.
Druk Path Trek
Druk Path Trek is one of the finest short and most popular treks in Bhutan.
Jomolhari Trek
Jomolhari Trek is the easiest trek with great views of Mount Jomolhari (7,314m) and Mount Jichu Drake (6,989m).
Soe Yaksa Trek
Soe Yaksa Trek (Jomolhari Loop) is the shortest of the Jomolhari trekking routes, which is also one of the most popular treks in Bhutan.
Laya Gasa Trek
The Laya-Gasa Trek is considered one of the most scenic treks in Bhutan, offering amazing views of some of the most p...
Snowman Trek
One of the hardest treks in the world - 32 days from Laya into Lunana, camping above 5,000m more than once.
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How many days do you need in Bhutan?
Bhutan's valleys sit in a line from Paro in the west to Bumthang in the centre, with a mountain pass between each. Each extra day buys one more valley, not more rushing.
| Length | Valleys | What it suits | Start with |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 to 5 days | Paro, Thimphu, Punakha | A first visit on limited leave; the Tiger's Nest and Punakha Dzong | 5-day tour |
| 6 to 7 days | Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Phobjikha | The most booked length; cranes in winter, a festival in spring or autumn | 7-day tour |
| 8 to 10 days | Adds Trongsa and Bumthang | Central Bhutan's temples and farm valleys; a short trek fits too | 10-day tour |
| 11 to 14 days | The whole western and central kingdom, slowly | Two or three nights per valley, time for village walks and day hikes | Cultural tours |
| Treks | Paro and Thimphu hills to the Laya highlands | From the 2-day Bumdra camp to the 32-day Snowman Trek | Trekking tours |
Still deciding? The typical Bhutan itineraries guide compares the lengths in more detail, the seasons guide shows what each month is like, and the trip cost guide sets out what you pay and why.
Bhutan tours: questions guests ask before booking
How many days do you need for a Bhutan tour?
Five days reach Paro, Thimphu and Punakha, the three western valleys most first-time visitors come for. Seven days add Phobjikha, and ten days add Bumthang in central Bhutan. The seven-day Bhutan itinerary is the most booked length because it covers the Tiger's Nest, Punakha Dzong and the cranes' valley without a long drive on any single day.
What does a Bhutan tour price include?
Every tour here is all-inclusive: the Bhutan visa, the Sustainable Development Fee (US$100 per adult per night), 3-star hotels, all meals, a licensed English-speaking guide, a driver and private vehicle, and entry fees.
Can I change an itinerary?
Yes. Each itinerary is a starting point. Swap a hike for a farmhouse lunch, add a night in Punakha, time the trip to a festival, or shorten the drives. Send an inquiry with your dates and we reply with an adjusted day-by-day plan and an exact quote, free and without obligation.
Do I need to book through a tour operator to visit Bhutan?
No. Since September 2022 you can arrange a Bhutan trip yourself. You still need a licensed guide with you at all times, and your visa, Sustainable Development Fee, hotels and transport must be arranged before you arrive. A licensed operator does all of that in one booking. Byways Tours & Travels is certified by the Department of Tourism (licence no. 1055548).
When is the best time for a Bhutan tour?
March to May and September to November bring clear skies and the big festivals; December to February are cold, quiet and bright; June to August are green and uncrowded. Our seasons guide shows what each month is like, valley by valley.
Every itinerary here is a starting point, not a fixed route. Send a free inquiry with your dates and we will reply within 24 hours with a plan shaped to how you like to travel.