Bhutan Tour Package From Kathmandu 5 Days

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Trip Information
  • Trip Duration5 Days
  • DestinationBhutan
  • Trip Grade Easy
  • Starts Kathmandu
  • Ends Kathmandu
  • Activities Cultural Sightseeing
  • Max. Altitude 2334 Meters
  • Group Size Min 1 Pax
  • Best Time throughout the year
Highlights
  • No Hidden Charge
  • Easy Booking and secured Online Payment system
  • Full Packages trip with Lowest Price Guaranteed
  • Glimpse of Thimphu, Paro and Punakha
  • Relax yourself via a traditional hot stone bath
  • Visit Kyichu Lhakhang and National Museum at Ta Dzong
  • Explore local farmhouse and Paro market
  • Drive to Punakha Dzong and take a stop at Dochu La Pass to witness the magnificent Himalaya ranges
  • Panoramic views of the Bhutanese Himalayas and incredible scenery
  • Hike to Taktsang Monastery to admire painting-like sceneries
  • Witness the everyday way of life and conventions of Bhutan
  • One stop solution of Visa service, accommodation, transportation and flight ticket
  • Get Complementary Airport to Hotel Pick and Drop Service in Kathmandu

Bhutan Tour Package from Kathmandu is short yet amazing adventures in Bhutan, to get glimpse of rich culture and tradition in this short and memorable trip. Explore most popular tourist destinations of Bhutan - Thimphu, Punakha and Paro.

These Bhutan tour from Kathmandu commence after you land at Paro and visit memorial Chorten, built in memory of the late 3rd King. Then after visit Budha view point from where one can have panoramic view of Thimphu city. Take rest and in evening visit Tashihchodzong the parliament house of the country and scroll by the King’s palace. Next day, visit the traditional Hand Made Paper Mill, School of Arts and Crafts, Drive to Dochula Pass (3,200m) to have spectacular mountain view from the pass and walking around 108 Chortern, and continue drive to sub tropical valley Punakha. Moving ahead Punakha sightseeing including Biggest Punakha Dzong, Local craft market, Chhimi Lakhang (Temple of fertility) and drive back to Paro. On the fourth day, climb up to the viewpoint will take around 1 ½ hours and from there you will enjoy a spectacular view of the monastery clinging to the side of the cliff. Stop for refreshment at the View Point Cafeteria and walk further up to the monastery. Though the hike up to the monastery may be tough, once you reach the top you are rewarded with astounding 360 degree views of the Paro valley and the surrounding peaks. You can stroll through town and visit local market and enjoy conversations with the locals.

Slipping into the hot stone bath felt like yet another blessing after returning from the hike to the Tiger’s Nest. A visit would be incomplete without experiencing a hot stone bath in Bhutan, and hence feature in these itinerary at package cost. It is perfect way to relax and wind down after a long day of sightseeing and is also believed to have numerous health benefits. You can soak in the water for about an hour while sipping a hot beverage. When placed in water, the hot stones crack and steam, releasing key minerals that help to aid stress and soothe the body.

Kathmandu to Bhutan Tour Packages with Hot Stone Bath and Day hike is 5 days trip that includes accommodation as well as flights, guide, meals, transport and more. We are Nepal travel agency for Bhutan, inquiry us to get affordable cost. All Inclusive Trip Starting from Kathmandu, you will land at Bhutan Airport and get to explore Thimphu, Punakha and Paro.

Bhutan Tour Package from Kathmandu is possible all round the year But, Best from March to May and September to November are the best seasons for Bhutan travel. However, December to February is consider as the cold season but still nice to visit. June to August is consider as the Monsoon season and get daily rainfalls but still suitable to have short trip. Aspiration Adventure put all of its efforts in making your journey of Bhutan from Kathmandu smooth and pleasant. Moreover, You can adjust these itinerary of Bhutan Tour with Nepal Sightseeing tour and trekking in Himalayas. April and may offers the natural grandeur of rhododendron blooms whereas Bhutan observe the great festival during the spring.

On these trip we provide one stop solution of Visa service, accommodation, full board meal (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner), Sightseeing, flight ticket as Druk Air and Bhutan airlines has direct flight to Paro from Kathmandu therefore, We will check availability on your prefer date and book the flight ticket. We have a decade long services experience in the organizing the Bhutan tour package from Kathmandu. We have highly professional local guides who are proficient in foreign language as well, providing you a wholesome knowledgeable tour. Also, We have provisions for tour as per the travelers time limit. You may also like: 3 Nights 4 Days Bhutan Tour, 2 Nights 3 Days Bhutan Short Tour. Please be noted that, We will organized the trip on your requested date and operate any size of group, Even for a single person. Moreover, You can adjust these itinerary of  Bhutan Tour from Kathmandu with Namche Bazaar Trek in Nepal.

Itinerary
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According to the flight time you will be provided airport transfer in Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Paro, clear customs and immigration. You will be meet by Aspiration Adventure representative, Keep your copy of the visa clearance letter handy and your visa has been paid. During the flight, on a clear day, you can see breathtaking views of the Himalaya Mountains. Meet your Guide and driver outside the terminal building and transfer to Thimphu. Stroll around the city in the evening. Overnight at Thimphu.

  • Duration:1.5 Hours Flight and 54 km, 1 hour Drive
  • Max. Altitude:2,320m/7,610ft
  • Meals:Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation:3-Star Standard Hotel

  • Duration:76 km, 2 - 3 hours
  • Max. Altitude:1,250m/4,100 ft
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation:3-Star Standard Hotel

After Breakfast, Drive to visit Punakha Dzong, houses of the most elaborated temple in the country. Then drive to Wangdiphodrang visiting Dzong with local market, famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings. After lunch drive to Paro with En route visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom and now School for Buddhist studies. On the way Back, You will also get chance to have short stop at Dochula pass. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

  • Duration:130 km, 4 hours
  • Max. Altitude:2,250m/7,382ft
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation:3-Star Standard Hotel

After Breakfast, Drive to Hiking Point of Taktsang Monastery, the most famous of Bhutanese monasteries. The excursion to Tiger Nest monastery takes about 5 hours for round trip. It is said that the Guru Rimpoche came to this site sitting in the back of Tigress and meditated at this monastery. After that, We will visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom, Farmhouse and Hot Stone Bath if time is permitted. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation:3-Star Standard Hotel

Saying Good-Bye to Bhutan today. You will be leaving Bhutan with all the good memories and unforgettable Experience. We know and hope that you will always remember this Bhutan Trip and after return home tell stories of your amazing experiences of Bhutan. Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, you will pick up and transfer to your booked hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Meals:Breakfast
  • Accommodation:Ask for Reservation in Kathmandu (If required)

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Cost Details
Cost Includes
  • Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle in Kathmandu
  • Private transportation for sightseeing and transfer
  • Bhutan travel permit and all document
  • English speaking local guides and driver during sightseeing
  • Standard government approved 3 Star Hotel accommodation (in twin share rooms)
  • Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Full Board Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • Bhutan government royalty
  • Bhutan Visa Fees and Visa Processing assistance
  • Flight Ticket Bothway (Kathmandu- Paro- Kathmandu)
  • Official expense
  • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) USD 200 per person per night stay in Bhutan
Cost Excludes
  • Insurance of any kind
  • International flights
  • Personal expenses such as (laundry, bar bills, snacks, phone calls, internet etc.)
  • Tips for guide and driver (tipping is expected)
  • Any unseen expenses due to circumstances beyond our control
Useful Information

Accommodation

At Aspiration Adventure, We believe that the accommodation is one of the major factor that enhances your overall travel experience. We provide you 3-Star hotel accommodation during Bhutan travel. All accommodations are on twin sharing basis. However, Single Supplement can be provided upon request at additional cost. The Tourism Council of Bhutan categories and monitor the quality of accommodation in the country so you can be assured of your comfort. Most hotels are equipped with Television, Room Service, Fitness Centers, Spas and Wi-fi. However the exact services available will vary from hotel to hotel. We ensure to provide you best standard accommodation.  At the trip cost, All accommodation and Full Board Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) are included. If you are looking to upgrade accommodation, Please enquiry us. We are flexible and happy to make that trip happen.

Getting into Bhutan

There are two way to reach Bhutan either from overland or by flight:

  • Traveling by Air: The one and only international airport situated in Paro connects several destinations such as Kathmandu, Bangkok, Singapore, Dhaka, Delhi, Kokotta, Guwahati, Bagdogra and etc. Paro airport is situtated at an elevation of 2225m above the sea level. There are only two airlines (Druk and Bhutan air) are operating to and from Paro airport. The flight is the best way to connect to Bhutan from several destinations of south Asia.
  • Traveling by Land: Phuentsholing, Samdruk Jongkhar and Gelephu are the along the southern borders of India that are only open border crossing to the international tourists in Bhutan.

Bhutan Visa Clearance

Tourists other than India, Bangladesh and Maldives citizens need to obtain a Bhutan Visa Clearance prior to the travel to Bhutan. Visa is processed through tour operator or any international travel agent/partner. The Bhutanese Tourist Visa Fee is USD 40 per person which is included in the package price. Additionally, other fess is Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), which is $200 per day per person. It takes 7 working days to get the visa.

You will be required to send color copy of your passport (Photo Page) to apply for your visa. The passport must be valid for at least 6 month from the travel date. During the point of entry, you will be required to show your Bhutan Visa Clearance copy to the officer who will stamp into your passport with an entry details. No additional visa fee is required to pay at the immigration. Bhutan Visa Clearance copy is approved by TBC along with your complete personal information and passport details. Your entry/exit details and places to visit have been clearly mentioned on the Visa Clearance Letter. So that it is required to bring the copy while boarding on and must be shown at the immigration of Bhutan along with your original passport. We, Aspiration Adventure, are responsible for sending your application to the Tourism Council.

Required documents to get Bhutanese Visa

  • Clear and Color Passport Copy valid for 06 months  
  • Recent Passport size picture
  • Country of residence and City
  • Contact number (mobile phone preferred)
  • Travel Insurance

Kathmandu Paro Flight

Flight Ticket from Kathmandu to Paro and Back Paro to Kathmandu is include it the Package. We Book your flight ticket thorugh both Druk Air and Bhutan airlines which has direct flight to Paro from Kathmandu therefore, We are able to assist you to book your flight and check availability with better rates. With the Flight Ticket to Paro included in package price, it offers you hassle free travel experience. 

Best Time to Visit  Bhutan

The best seasons to visit Bhutan are from March to May (Spring) and from September to November (Autumn). Bhutan festivals also falls under this time, the weather is warmer and perfect. Having said that, June to August (Summer season) and December to February (Winter  season) has its own allures and attractions.

Tour Guide in Bhutan

If you wish to travel to Bhutan, you must have a tour guide that is included in the tour package price. Tour guides have years of expertise, fluent in English, and are certified by the Bhutan Tourism Council. From the moment you arrive at the airport until you leave the country, a local tour guide will be with you. 

Check List for Bhutan tour

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the travel date.
  • Driving license or photocopy of passport (can be useful if case of original passport is lost)
  • Air tickets copy and visa clearance copy
  • Some cash for additional pay such as drink, tips and etc.
  • Jackets with waterproof or raincoats as per the season
  • Long and short T- shirts or cotton shirts
  • Hiking shorts or skirts, boots
  • Walking sticks for hiking, day bag
  • Sun glass, gloves, sneakers, Hat
  • Winter clothing, pairs of socks
  • Sunscreen for lips and face
  • Walking Sticks for Tiger’s Nest Hike

Last Minute Bookings and Customization

The last minute booking and customization is available for this trip according to availability of flights and other factors. If would are interested in trip and looking for last minute booking just directly get in touch with our team through the online form or, sending us an email, messages on WhatsApp, or by calling at +977 9813665337 (Anjan). For the last minute booking; we have special provision and it is available. We can customize the trip according to your ideas and includes heritage tour of Kathmandu Valley and Many More.

FAQs
  • No, according to Bhutan's tourist policy, independent travel is not permitted. You must arrange your Bhutan tour through a certified Bhutanese travel operator or one of their foreign affiliates, according to Bhutanese government laws. It is not possible to get entry visa to go Bhutan unless you pre-arranged tour itinerary with a licensed and approved tour operator and pay the appropriate nightly all inclusive government tariff. Tourist can reach there by buying package tour before reaching there with government approved companies. Bhutan government avoid the independent visitors to maintain its strict culture and ecological value. However, you can enjoy the flexibility during the Sightseeing, hiking and interact with locals as you wish.

  • There are two way to reach Bhutan either from overland or by flight:

    • Traveling by Air:  The one and only international airport situated in Paro connects several destinations such as Kathmandu, Bangkok, Singapore, Dhaka, Delhi, Kokotta, Guwahati, Bagdogra and etc. Paro airport is situtated at an elevation of 2225m above the sea level. There are only two airlines (Druk and Bhutan air) are operating to and from Paro airport. The flight is the best way to connect to Bhutan from several destinations of south Asia.
    • Traveling by Land: Phuentsholing, Samdruk Jongkhar and Gelephu are the along the southern borders of India that are only open border crossing to the international tourists in Bhutan.
  • No Worries, Aspiration Adventure will help you for visa procedures. We must submit the visa application to the Bhutan government at least 1 week before you go. Here you will get paper visa and once you arrive at Paro get actual stamped in your passport. Printed approval is important to carry with you. For Visa application We need your colored passport scan copy and passport size photo by email for your Bhutan visa approval.

  • Yes, We offer Flight Ticket Kathmandu – Paro – Kathmandu and Package include it. We can Book your flight ticket thorugh both Druk Air and Bhutan airlines which has direct flight to Paro from Kathmandu therefore, We are able to assist you to book your flight and check availability with better rates. Our Most of the package includes the flight ticket, For more information please check our cost includes section. Aspiration Adventure representative will be there to meet and greet you outside of Terminal Hall. He will be displaying you name card. After that you will be transferred for sightseeing and hotel accordingly as per itinerary.

    • The land of Mystery
    • Breathtaking Taktsang Goemba (Tiger's Nest Monastery)
    • Country that is Carbon Negative
    • The World's Happiest Country
    • Bhutanese Hot Dining, cuisine
    • Charming Trekking Paths
    • Travel in Country that Has No Traffic Lights
    • Experience Spiritual Kingdom
    • Explore cultural highlights of Bhutan
    • Experience what is called “internal happiness”
    • High Value, Low Impact” Tourism
    • Hidden Kingdom in the Himalayas
  • Without a guide in Bhutan, you would definitely miss out on unique experiences and taking a guide make the bhutan trip hassle free, Enjoy the land of The land of Mystery.

    • Easy Navigation
    • Government Rules and Regulations
    • Cultural Awareness
    • No-hassle Travel
    • Learn about the destinations' unique stories
    • Break Down Language Barriers
    • Visit Unique Locations
Client Reviewstripadvisor
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    Kathmandu and Bhutan Cultural Experience - Great Itinerary

    Kathmandu and Bhutan Tour was a quiet and mysterious adventure, we enjoyed a peaceful week. Booked tour of bhutan and Kathmandu through aspiration adventure. Everything was smooth and itinerary was accordingly. Hotels in Kathmandu and Bhutan was good than expected, guide Dorjee in Bhutan, Ramesh in Kathmandu was most amazing person. Beautiful country ,people and their hospitality. More important Thank you for handling bhutan visa, flight tickets, transfer and other supports. I would not hesitate to recommend the aspiration adventure team team to any travelers in Bhutan and Nepal.

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    AveryUnited Kingdom,March 15, 2023
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