Premium Bhutan












From AUD $7395
Small Group
Average
Rating
(18 reviews)

Premium Bhutan
9 days
Small Group
Unknown
Average
English
Experience Overview
Discover a land of mysticism and proud tradition on this nine-day Premium adventure through the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan.
Discover a land of mysticism and proud tradition on this nine-day Premium adventure through the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. This country has a story tell and an experienced local leader will help you uncover Bhutan’s rich cultural heritage as you wind through forested valleys, fortified monasteries and sacred mountains. Discover the compelling history of Thimphu, hike the valleys of Punakha, learn about black-necked cranes in Phobjikha and climb to the legendary Tiger’s Nest in Paro. A journey through the astonishing beauty of the people, landscape and culture of Bhutan will leave your happiness levels off the scale.
Highlights
- See Bhutan through the eyes of a local as you travel with a leader who will bring the country’s unique history, legends and traditions to life.
- Get acquainted with rare and fascinating wildlife in the breathtaking Phobjika valley, including a visit to a protection and information centre for black-necked cranes – a Premium Exclusive Experience.
- Climb to the teetering monastery of Taktsang (the Tiger's Nest) 900 m above Paro’s valley floor and take in once-in-a-lifetime views.
- Visit the important monastery of Gangte Goemba during an Exclusive Experience and learn about two subjects at heart of Bhutanese culture – Buddhism and happiness.
- Unwind in your Feature Stay accommodation, with views of the glorious surrounding valley, swimming pool and spa and wellness centre.
Trip Details
9 days
Private vehicle
Small Group
English
Paro - Thimphu, Bhutan
Paro, Bhutan
Unknown
Explorer
Average
Itinerary
Included Activities:
- Thimphu - Welcome dinner
- Thimphu - Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Accommodation:
- Terma Linca Resort & Spa or similar (Feature Stay) (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Thimphu - National Library
- Thimphu - National Textile Museum
- Thimphu - Takin Conservation Park
- Thimphu - Voluntary Artists School
- Thimphu - Buddha Dordenma
- Thimphu - Simply Bhutan Heritage Museum
Accommodation:
- Terma Linca Resort & Spa or similar (Feature Stay) (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Dochula Pass - Druk Wangyal Chortens
- Thimphu - Simtokha Dzong
- Thimhpu - Desho Paper Factory
- Phobjikha - Gangtoe Goemba
Accommodation:
- Dewachen Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Phobjikha - Valley hiking
- Phobjikha - Black Necked Crane Information Center
Accommodation:
- Dewachen Hotel or similar (1 night) (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Punakha Valley - Chimi Lhakhang
Accommodation:
- Lobesha Boutique Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Punakha - Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery
- Punakha - Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
- Punakha - Punakha Dzong
Accommodation:
- Lobesha Boutique Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Paro - Kaja Throm Market Visit
Accommodation:
- Hotel Kaachi Grand or Similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Paro - Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery hike
- Paro - Home-cooked dinner
Optional Activities:
- Paro - Hot Stone Bath (25 USD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel Kaachi Grand or Similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Paro - Complimentary Departure Transfer
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 9 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Discover a land of mysticism and proud tradition on this nine-day Premium adventure through the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 09 Mar 2026
Customer Reviews
03/26/2024
Bhutan is an exceptional experience. Everyday an adventure filled with beautiful landscapes, wonderful culture and tradition, breathtaking views and challenging hikes that give you a sense of achievement. An amazing experience.
11/30/2023
This is a very grounding experience. I felt that I could take time to experience and immerse myself in this trip. The places visited didn’t have many people so you could slow down and be present. I highly recommend this trip for anyone who loves immersing into new cultures and understand more about ‘exotic’ lands. You will leave soothed and calm and may even inspire a change in how you live your life at home.
Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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03/26/2024
Bhutan is an exceptional experience. Everyday an adventure filled with beautiful landscapes, wonderful culture and tradition, breathtaking views and challenging hikes that give you a sense of achievement. An amazing experience.
11/30/2023
This is a very grounding experience. I felt that I could take time to experience and immerse myself in this trip. The places visited didn’t have many people so you could slow down and be present. I highly recommend this trip for anyone who loves immersing into new cultures and understand more about ‘exotic’ lands. You will leave soothed and calm and may even inspire a change in how you live your life at home.
12/19/2023
Bhutan is a wonderful country and the experience exceeded my expectations. Pratap was a knowledgeable guide and the trip was well organised and delivered. Plenty of history, culture and experiences, with the highlight of course being the Tiger's Nest Monastery - this is an absolute must-do!
11/29/2023
Beautiful views, everlasting memories, phenomenal architecture. Bhutan.
11/03/2023
Intrepid’s Premium Bhutan is excellent. With your guide, you get a very good education about the people and places that make this country so special. One leaves with a different, calmer and gentler mindset. Love that education, value of culture, and love of country are widespread. Feel very grateful to have visited this very special country where indeed Gross National Happiness is in action. L. Frey
10/15/2023
An amazingly beautiful country, a great Tour. One of my top favourites. An experience never to be forgotten. Feel totally privileged to have visited Bhutan.
10/16/2023
Bhutan is very different from any other country I've visited, in a positive way. Plan on at least 7 days to get around the different tourist areas and choose your time of year to fit best with your interests.
10/22/2023
What a truly amazing place to visit, beautiful scenery and the most wonderful locals to interact with. Highly recommend the trip and make sure you do the walk to Tigers Nest....it is worth the hike!
10/09/2023
Really loved Bhutan, such a beautiful kingdom! The premium Intrepid trip covered all the locations I wanted to visit and the hotels were interesting and comfortable. One of the travel days was quite long but we made a few stops along the way which helped….it was worth it to experience the Phobjika valley. I think being there in the spring time would be especially awesome with all of the flowers starting to bloom. The highlight was the Tiger’s Nest Monastery. The hike up was somewhat challenging but very doable and absolutely worth it! It was a rainy day for us but still loved it. I recommend good hiking boots. Overall, Bhutan was an unforgettable trip and a little slice of heaven on earth. Love the way Intrepid supports the local communities and provides local experiences.
05/11/2023
Bhutan is a very beautiful ,peaceful country and the Bhutanese are so proud of their culture.You experience everything on the Premium Bhutan tour
04/05/2023
We took a 9 day trip of Bhutan ( Premium Bhutan) with Intrepid Travel with a focus on understanding the country and its people, religion and culture. The trip was fantastic and provided us deep insight into the country. The small group size (11 people) allowed for close interaction. The Guide and tour leader (Tulsi) was excellent and very knowledgeable in all aspects of life and culture of this beautiful country. Our visit was capped by a hike to the Tigers Nest and learning about the second Buddha and the beautiful monastery there. Overall, thanks to Intrepid for coordinating this trip.
12/04/2022
I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Bhutan and learnt a lot about its culture over the course of this excellent tour. Many inclusions and activities kept us busy on most days.
11/14/2022
Bhutan is an incredible country - beautiful mountains, clean rivers, valleys filled with paddy fields and many Dzongs, monasteries and fortresses. A spiritual country with a rich culture and incredible people - this trip covers the towns of Thimphu and Paro and the beautiful valleys of Punakha and Phobjikha. The mountain scenery is gobsmacking! Beautiful hikes in the valleys ahead of the special climb to the Tiger's Nest. Such friendly people everywhere - incredible arts and crafts, skills passed down over generations, displayed everywhere. Stunning
11/13/2022
Bhutan is a beautiful country with some fascinating monasteries and wonderful scenery. Probjikha is beautiful but the two hotels we used on etc Premium trip were freezing cold without decent plumbing. Sadly, limited experiences and culture insights too. May be best to stick with an original standard trip as it is hard to see where the cost is reflected.
05/16/2024
This bucket list trip totally lived up to my expectations. From the flight into Paro to the Tigers Nest hike, I was in awe of this beautiful country that cares so much about its people. At 72, I was a bit concerned about making it to the top of Tigers Nest, but our driver Yoda stayed with me the entire time, anticipating my needs and was so patient. I will never forget the kindness and beauty of the Bhutanese people. I wept as we said farewell.
05/20/2024
A phenomenal trip made possible by our wonderful leader Sangay. Sangay and his team went above and beyond to make sure the trip was the most memorable tour with the right balance of hiking, culture and spectacular sights.
04/29/2024
This trip is AMAZING. I had Bhutan on my list for the last 3 years, and I'm so glad I picked this tour to go! The guide was the best guide I've ever had, we saw so many sites but at a very relaxed pace. Never felt rushed, but we got to see and do everything that I could have wanted. There are multiple included hikes, all are worthy. Honestly a 10/10 tour.
04/24/2024
First time in 16 trips I have complained. This is not an Intrepid trip. You are subcontracted to Amen travel. They know and care little about the usual values you would expect. Bhutan great - just don’t pick this trip. Go to Bhutan but don’t do this trip.

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