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Bhutan vacation packages from Fond Travels include round-trip flights on major airlines from your US city with the connecting flight into Paro, hotels in Paro, Thimphu and Punakha, a licensed Bhutanese guide and driver, visa processing, the required daily Sustainable Development Fee and the hike to the Tiger's Nest monastery. To book, call +1 (323) 800 6001 from anywhere in the US and a real travel expert will arrange every permit and detail by phone, 24/7.
Bhutan measures its success in Gross National Happiness, limits visitor numbers and keeps its Himalayan valleys strikingly unspoiled. Because entry requires advance arrangements, a phone booking with specialists who handle the paperwork is the simplest way to go.
Why Bhutan for your vacation
Bhutan is the last Himalayan Buddhist kingdom, and it feels like it. Fortress-monasteries called dzongs guard every valley, prayer flags stream from mountain passes, monks in crimson robes chant in centuries-old temples, and traditional dress and architecture are part of daily life rather than a show. The Tiger's Nest monastery, clinging to a cliff above the Paro Valley, is one of the most spectacular sights in Asia. The capital, Thimphu, is the only one in the world without traffic lights. Punakha offers a warm, fertile valley with a magnificent riverside dzong, and the Phobjikha Valley hosts rare black-necked cranes each winter. With no mass tourism, travel here is calm, personal and deeply memorable.
What's included in a Bhutan package
Bhutan packages are inherently comprehensive because the kingdom requires organized travel. A typical itinerary includes:
- Round-trip flights on major airlines from your US gateway to a connecting hub such as Delhi, Bangkok, Kathmandu or Singapore, plus the onward flight to Paro.
- Bhutan visa processing and the government's Sustainable Development Fee for each night of your stay.
- Hotels with all meals included, from comfortable government-approved three-star properties to luxury lodges from well-known resort brands and independent boutique hotels.
- A licensed English-speaking Bhutanese guide and private vehicle with driver for the entire trip.
- All monument and museum entrance fees, the Tiger's Nest hike, and optional add-ons such as a festival visit, Phobjikha Valley, Bumthang, a hot-stone bath or an archery lesson.
Call for current pricing on your dates; the daily fee is set by the government and we will explain exactly what it covers.
Best time to visit Bhutan
Spring, from March to May, and autumn, from September to November, are the prime seasons. Spring brings rhododendron and magnolia blossoms, mild days and the colorful Paro Tshechu festival in March or April. Autumn offers the clearest Himalayan views, crisp air, harvest-gold rice terraces and the Thimphu Tshechu in September or October. The monsoon, from June to August, brings rain and cloud, although it is green, quiet and still good for cultural touring with far fewer visitors. Winter, from December to February, is cold at night but generally dry and sunny by day, with excellent visibility, the black-necked cranes in Phobjikha and very few visitors; some high passes may close after snow. October is widely regarded as the single best month.
Where to stay: areas and resort styles
Bhutan's hotels are concentrated in the western valleys that most itineraries cover. Paro, home to the airport and the Tiger's Nest, has farmhouse-style inns, riverside hotels and a handful of luxury lodges with mountain views. Thimphu offers the widest choice, from modern city hotels to hillside retreats above the capital. Punakha, at lower altitude, is warmer, with resorts overlooking rice terraces and the confluence of two rivers. Gangtey in the Phobjikha Valley has cozy lodges built for crane-watching and winter fireplaces, while Bumthang in the center has traditional guesthouses near ancient temples. Every property we use is government-approved, and we can pair three-star comfort with one or two nights of luxury for a special occasion. We work with well-known resort brands and independent hotels alike.
Things to do in Bhutan
- Hike to the Tiger's Nest monastery, roughly two to three hours each way with a teahouse rest stop halfway.
- Explore Paro's Rinpung Dzong and the National Museum in the old watchtower.
- Visit the giant Buddha Dordenma statue, the Memorial Chorten and the weekend market in Thimphu.
- Cross the Dochula Pass, with its 108 chortens and Himalayan panorama, en route to Punakha.
- Tour Punakha Dzong at the meeting of the rivers and walk to Chimi Lhakhang through farm fields.
- Watch black-necked cranes in the Phobjikha Valley in winter and hike the Gangtey nature trail.
- Attend a tshechu festival of masked dances if your dates align.
- Try archery, the national sport, and soak in a traditional hot-stone bath.
Getting there from the US
Bhutan's only international airport is at Paro, served by a small number of flights from Delhi, Kolkata, Kathmandu, Bangkok, Singapore and Dhaka. From the US, you fly to one of these hubs and connect, so total journey time is roughly 24 to 30 hours from either coast, and we usually recommend an overnight in the hub city both ways. US passport holders need a Bhutan visa, which must be arranged in advance through a licensed operator along with payment of the Sustainable Development Fee; a passport valid for at least six months is required — verify current rules before travel. The currency is the ngultrum, pegged to the Indian rupee, Dzongkha is the national language with English taught in schools and used widely, and the time zone is UTC+6, ten hours ahead of Eastern Time during US daylight saving.
Who this package suits
Couples and honeymooners find Bhutan uniquely romantic, with luxury lodges, private guides and hot-stone baths. Families with older children enjoy the hikes, archery and festivals. Seniors are well cared for on private itineraries with a gentle pace, and the Tiger's Nest can be viewed from the halfway teahouse; see our senior travel reservation service. Meditation, photography and hiking groups can use our group travel flights desk, and for the long journey most travelers consider business class or first class. Solo travelers get the full attention of a personal guide and driver.
How booking by phone works
- Call +1 (323) 800 6001 and tell us your dates, home airport, fitness level and interests.
- Your expert designs the route, checks Paro flight and lodge availability, and reads back a complete itinerary with pricing including the daily fee.
- Approve the plan, send passport copies for visa processing and pay securely over the phone.
- Receive e-tickets, your visa clearance letter and a day-by-day plan by email, with 24/7 support while you travel.
Plan it online
Prefer to start online? Send your dates and interests through our vacation request form and a Bhutan specialist will call you back with options.
Why book by phone with Fond Travels
Fond Travels is an independent US travel agency based in Woodbridge, Virginia, with real travel experts available 24 hours a day. Bhutan requires visa clearance, fee payment, guide licensing and carefully timed connections, and we manage all of it as one plan. Travelers rate us 4.8 of 5 across 2,200+ Google reviews.
