Essential Bhutan: Tiger's Nest & the Western Valleys - Classic Tour
Bhutan's essential week, well made and grounded. The same western-valley loop every first visit is built around — Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and the climb to Tiger's Nest — at the Classic tier:premium hotels, a Farbound tour director alongside your mandatory licensed Bhutanese guide, and a clear flexible plan. The SDF and all entry permits arranged and included; entrance tickets itemised so you see exactly what you're paying for.
Trip highlights.
The journey, day by day.
The Himalayan descent into Paro, a private transfer, and a quiet first evening in the valley.
A short drive to the capital, the Buddha Dordenma, and Thimphu's great dzong.
Over the 3,100m Dochula Pass and its 108 chortens, down to the old winter capital.
Rice-terrace walks, the Divine Madman's temple, and a flexible valley afternoon.
Back west over Dochula to Paro, temple visit and museum context before tomorrow.
The climb to the cliff-face monastery — the high point of the week.
A slow morning and onward departure.
What's included.
Premium hotels such as Le Méridien Paro/Thimphu or Dhensa Punakha (or similar)
Travel with your licensed Bhutanese guide and Farbound tour director
Bhutan SDF included; entrance tickets itemised clearly