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8 Days Golden Bhutan Journey (private guide and driver） - Customizable

8 days
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Start and end in Paro
5.0
526 traveler reviews
  • A hiker overlooking a sweeping valley view with fields and distant mountains.
  • A traditional Bhutanese fortress beside a river with a wooden bridge.
  • Two takins walking through a forested area with trees and grassy ground.
  • A collection of chortens under a clear sky with mountains in the background.
  • A traditional Bhutanese temple with a mountainous landscape in the background.
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  • Monks walking in front of a stupa with eyes in a monastery.
  • Tigers Nest Monastery perched on a cliffside with lush green forest surrounding it.
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore Bhutan's National Museum and Paro Dzong
  • Join a prayer session at Sangchen Dorji Lhuendrup
  • Hike to Khamsum Yuelley and raft in Punakha
  • Trek to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery
  • Experience a welcome ceremony in a local home

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival in Paro
  2. Day 2 Paro Heritage Wonders & Warm Local Welcome – Transfer to Thimphu
  3. Day 3 Thimphu's Cultural Tapestry – Dzongs, Arts & Nature Encounters
  4. Day 4 Himalayan Vistas – Thimphu to Punakha via Dochula Pass
  5. Day 5 Punakha Valley Splendor – Hikes, Rafting & Dzong Exploration
  6. Day 6 Village Life & Fertility Blessings – Punakha to Paro
  7. Day 7 The Sacred Trek – Tiger's Nest Monastery & Paro Valley Discovery
  8. Day 8 Departure
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  • Guide
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  • Transport
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Optional

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Himalayan Keys Forest Resort

    Hotel
    Days 1, 6, 7
    Upgrade Available

  • Terma Linca Resort and Spa

    Hotel
    Days 2, 3
    Upgrade Available

  • Dhensa Resort

    Hotel
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Operated by

UME Travel Co. Ltd

5.0
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Number of tours

467

Age Range

1 to 85 years old

Response time

5 hours

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Customer Reviews

  • John
    · October 3rd, 2025
    Hotels were in great locations and travel was well coordinated.
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  • Janna
    · October 2nd, 2025
    This was my second time booking with UME and Amber, and once again, everything was perfect! She put together an amazing theme-park-focused trip for my son, and he hasn’t stopped talking about it since we got home!
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  • Marcelo
    · October 2nd, 2025
    Amazing! The hotel, the driver—everything was perfectly taken care of, so we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Our guide was awesome too, taking us everywhere and giving us great explanations about the temples and palaces we visited. Super friendly and helpful!
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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
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    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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