Bhutan
“Thunder dragons, clifftop monasteries, and Gross National Happiness.”
A Landscape Beyond the Expected
High in the Eastern Himalayas lies the Last Shangri-La. Bhutan measures prosperity through Gross National Happiness, where prayer flags flutter over emerald valleys, ancient dzong fortresses guard river confluences, and the sacred Tiger’s Nest monastery clings impossibly to sheer granite cliffs.
Entry & Travel Formalities
Curator Insider Notes
- 01.Carry a physical passport or voter ID card for immigration clearance at Phuntsholing or Paro Airport.
- 02.Wear modest attire covering full arms and legs when entering any dzong or temple.
- 03.Start the Tiger’s Nest trek early in the morning for cooler mountain temperatures and clear Himalayan skies.
Curated Highlights & Sensory Encounters
Tiger’s Nest (Paro Taktsang) Hike
Iconic pilgrimage hike through pine forests to the cliffside monastery perched 900m above Paro valley.
Buddha Dordenma & Tashichho Dzong
Gaze upon the colossal 52-meter golden Buddha overlooking Thimphu and the grand fortress of government and religion.
Paro Rinpung Dzong & Kyichu Lhakhang
Walk across the wooden cantilever bridge into 17th-century fortress courtyards and one of Bhutan’s oldest 7th-century shrines.
Published Holidays for Bhutan
5N Bhutan Bliss - Ex Bagdogra (Standard)
Embark on a soulful 5-night journey into the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan starting from Bagdogra. Discover the border town of Phuntsholing, the capital Thimphu with its giant golden Buddha Dordenma and Tashichho Dzong, and hike to the legendary cliffside Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang) in Paro.
5N Bhutan Bliss - Ex Bagdogra (Premium)
Upgrade your Bhutan holiday staying at premium 3-star handpicked properties: Treenz Lite in Paro, Hotel Khamsum Inn in Thimphu, and Hotel Meto Pema in Phuntsholing. Includes private vehicle transfers Ex-Bagdogra and the iconic Tiger’s Nest monastery hike.
6N Bhutan Grand Himalayan Discovery (Standard)
An extensive 6-night Himalayan discovery allowing an extra day to absorb the culture of Thimphu and the serene valleys of Paro. Features 2 nights in Phuntsholing, 2 nights in Thimphu, 2 nights in Paro, and the unforgettable Tiger’s Nest pilgrimage hike.
6N Bhutan Grand Himalayan Discovery (Premium)
Experience the Grand Bhutan Discovery with premium 3-star boutique stays: Treenz Lite in Paro, Hotel Khamsum Inn in Thimphu, and Hotel Meto Pema in Phuntsholing. Includes a dedicated full day in Thimphu and the Tiger’s Nest monastery hike.