Bhutan Small Group Tours
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10 best Bhutan small group tours
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- 11 Days Panoramic Bhutan Small Group Tour (Max 12)
- 9 Days Holy Bhutan Small Group Tour (Max 12)
- Bhutan Luxury Holidays
- GOLDEN TRIANGLE OF BHUTAN - A PRIVATE TOUR
- Best of Bhutan
- Explore Bhutan
- Bhutan Heritage Tour : A Journey Through Timeless Traditions
- Bhutan Cultural Tour
- 8 Days Best of Bhutan Small Group Tour (Max 12)
- 7 Days Wonders of Bhutan Small Group Tour (Max 12)
Duration 11 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey Gonpa, Bumthang Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $8,219
20% Off- NZ$6,575You save $1,644
Duration 9 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey Gonpa Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $6,901
20% Off- NZ$5,521You save $1,380
Bhutan Luxury Holidays
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The people, the landscape is amazing. The culture is very special.”
jim, traveled in September
Small groups of 8-12 travelers visit Bhutan's sacred sites. The intimate setting allows special access to Uma Paro's cultural performances and potential audiences with Rimpoche. Personal guiding enhances visits through Taktsang Monastery and Punakha Dzong, with flexible pacing for authentic local encounters.
Duration 7 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Dochula, Punakha, Taktsang Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator World Tour Plan From
20% Off- NZ$8,121
GOLDEN TRIANGLE OF BHUTAN - A PRIVATE TOUR
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was an amazing trip. The food was healthy and delicious.”
Brayden, traveled in April
Groups of 2-4 travelers tour Bhutan with an English-speaking guide in private vehicles like Swift Dzire or Innova Crysta. The setting is ideal for photographing Taktsang Monastery and visiting Punakha Dzong without crowds. Larger groups of 5-8 travel in spacious Tempo Travellers through Dochula Pass.
Duration 7 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha Age Range Ages 6+ Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator MTA Destination Management Company From
20% Off- NZ$5,961
Duration 8 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Wangdue Phodrang Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator GeTS Holidays From
20% Off- NZ$15,742
Explore Bhutan
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was smooth and well organised. My guide and driver were very friendly.”
Samantha, traveled in February
Small groups of 4-6 travelers visit Bhutan's sacred sites. The intimate setting allows special access to monasteries like Kyichu Lhakhang and personal interactions with monks. Your English-speaking guide offers dedicated attention at landmarks like Tiger's Nest and Punakha Dzong.
Duration 6 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator GeTS Holidays From
20% Off- NZ$6,959
Bhutan Heritage Tour : A Journey Through Timeless Traditions
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was the trip of a lifetime, and all the sites we went to were extremely amazing.”
Mary, traveled in February
Limited to 2-10 travelers, this tour provides intimate access to Bhutan's sacred sites like Tashichho Dzong and Tiger's Nest Monastery. Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles - cars for 1-2 people or mini-vans for larger groups - transport you across 8 cities including Paro, Thimphu and Punakha.
Duration 11 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey Gonpa, Phobjikha Valley, Trongsa, Bumthang, Taktsang Age Range Ages 10+ Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Passage Holidays From $6,005
50% Off- NZ$3,002You save $3,002
Bhutan Cultural Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Bhutan, your country is beautiful and we enjoyed all that we saw and did.”
Dee, traveled in May
Groups of 3-12 travelers gain intimate access to Bhutan's sacred sites like Taktsang Monastery and Punakha Dzong. Focused attention from English-speaking guides enables deeper cultural immersion at local craft schools and monasteries. Rich interactions unfold with monks and artisans in Thimphu's traditional workshops.
Duration 7 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Wangdue Phodrang Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Friendship Nepal Tours & Travels P. Ltd. From
50% Off- NZ$3,620
Duration 8 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey Gonpa Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $6,256
20% Off- NZ$5,004You save $1,251
Duration 7 days Destinations Paro, Thimphu, Punakha Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $5,168
20% Off- NZ$4,134You save $1,034
Reviews of Small Group tours to Bhutan
- GOLDEN TRIANGLE OF BHUTAN - A PRIVATE TOUR
We travelled to Bhutan in the month of December last year . We had an amazing experience throughout the tour , Everything about the tour was perfect including the guides and drivers who had good knowledge about the place. We would like to thank MTA for making our experience a memorable one Highly recommended
We were absolutely delighted to have tour with this company. From the time when we first contacted the company via email, everything was so seamless and professional. Lhendup is a superb guide and photographer. We have some brilliant memories to take home. We were really lucky to have him. He listens to our comments and adjust the itinary accordingly without any additional cost. After finding out when is our wedding anniversary, Lhendup and Perma went to surprise us during dinner. It makes our wedding anniversary very memorable. Both the guide and driver rather work late then rush us. They are also very attentive and have a brilliant sense of humour. There is one day I laughed so much, I have forgotten how cold it was outside. We would highly recommend this tour company and the guide + driver. Thanks for giving us such a memorable trip and we now fully understand why Bhutan is the happiest place on earth!
Bhutan In-depth Culture & Nature Tour
- Bhutan Heritage Tour : A Journey Through Timeless Traditions
This was the trip of a lifetime, and our guides made it even more special. We have good memories. All the sites we went to and it extremely amazing. We had an absolutely good time with him.
What our customers ask about Bhutan Small Group Tours
What is the ideal group size for experiencing Bhutan's cultural sites?
Small groups of 8-12 travelers provide the best balance for exploring Bhutan's cultural sites. Tour operators like Adventure Himalayan Travels and G Adventures have found this size allows easy access to sacred spaces such as Punakha Dzong and Tiger's Nest Monastery. Recent TourRadar reviews emphasize that guides can give more personal attention to smaller groups ensuring deeper cultural understanding. These groups fit comfortably in selected accommodations like Tashi Namgay Resort in Paro or Hotel Dewachen in Phobjikha Valley.
What is the typical cost difference between small and large group tours in Bhutan?
Expect to pay between 300-500 USD daily for small group tours while larger group tours cost 200-300 USD per day. The higher price includes benefits like stays at boutique hotels such as Tashi Namgay Resort in Paro dedicated guide attention and exclusive monastery visits at Taktsang and Punakha Dzong. A recent TourRadar review noted: "the extra cost was worth it for the personalized attention and flexibility we received."
What is the average duration of small group tours in Bhutan?
Small group tours typically run 7-12 days balancing comprehensive coverage with group dynamics. A TourRadar traveler shared: "our 10-day tour was perfect - long enough to see the main sites like Punakha Dzong and Tiger's Nest but short enough to maintain the group's energy." Tours usually cover key destinations including Paro Thimphu and Punakha with time divided between cultural monuments and natural landscapes.
What type of accommodation can I expect on a small group tour in Bhutan?
Accommodations range from 3-star hotels to traditional guesthouses and local homestays. In Punakha you might find yourself at Meri Puensum Resort or the family-run Aum Leki Wangmo Homestay. Paro offers options like Tashi Namgay Resort or Khangkhu Resort. Each property is selected to offer comfort while maintaining authentic Bhutanese character.
What is the best time to book a small group tour to Bhutan?
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer the most reliable weather for activities like hiking to Tiger's Nest and attending festivals. Booking data shows these months are busiest especially for visits to Paro and Punakha Valley when clear skies and mild temperatures create ideal conditions for outdoor exploration.
What makes small group tours better for cultural immersion in Bhutan?
Small groups can access intimate settings that larger tours cannot such as family farmhouses in Paro traditional cooking classes and one-on-one conversations with monastery residents. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Our small group size made it possible to visit family homes participate in local festivals and have genuine conversations with Bhutanese people something that would have been impossible with a large group."