Led By a Seasoned Local Guide
Glitter Bhutan Travel is a Bhutanese-owned tour operator based in Thimphu, run by our founder and senior guide — a licensed Bhutanese guide with more than 10 years leading travelers through the kingdom's dzongs, festivals, and mountain trails.
That decade of hands-on experience means every itinerary is shaped by first-hand knowledge of the terrain, the culture, and the right moment to see each place. As a fully licensed operator under Bhutan's Tourism Council, we also handle your visa, Sustainable Development Fee, and permits, so you can focus on the journey.
Everything a First Bhutan Trip Should Be
Bhutan requires travel through a licensed operator — here is what that means for you.
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Licensed & Certified
Fully accredited by Bhutan's Department of Tourism, with all permits handled for you.
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Local Guides
Every trip is led by a Bhutanese guide fluent in the culture, language, and terrain.
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Sustainable Travel
Your Sustainable Development Fee directly funds free healthcare, education, and conservation.
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Small Groups
Maximum 10 travelers per departure, plus private and custom itineraries on request.
What Makes Us Different
Why travelers choose Glitter Bhutan Travel over any other operator.
Tourist Is King
Catering to the demand of our clients is our top priority — every itinerary is tailored around you.
Peace, Handled Safely
We let you connect with your innermost peace and happiness, while we handle safe, smooth travel without any hassle.
Guides Who Feel Like Family
Our well-experienced guides and drivers treat every guest like their own family, not just a client.
Memories That Last
We deliver unmatched, memorable experiences that stay engraved in your heart forever.
Bhutan Cultural Highlights — Thimphu, Punakha & Paro
7 Days, 6 Nights — Land Tour
Paro to Thimphu, on to Punakha, and back to Paro for the Tiger's Nest hike — dzongs, monasteries, the Dochula Pass, and a traditional hot stone bath, with premium 3-star hotels and all ground transport included.
Package Includes
- Twin/double sharing rooms at premium 3-star hotels
- Three meals daily (breakfast, lunch & dinner) at 3-star hotels
- English-speaking tour guide service
- All transfers and excursions by private vehicle
- Mineral drinking water
Not Included
- Airfares
- Tourist Tax (SDF) — USD 100 per person, per night
- Visa fee — USD 40 per person
- Travel insurance (required)
- 4-star & 5-star upgrades (optional)
- Refreshments, calls, laundry & other personal expenses
- Tips for guide and driver
Complimentary
- SIM card
- Rental of traditional costume (Gho & Kira)
- Traditional hot stone bath
7 Days, 6 Nights — Full Itinerary
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1Arrive Paro & Paro – Thimphu▾
Arrive in Paro; after immigration and customs, meet your representative and drive to Thimphu via Chunzom, the confluence of the Pa Chu and Wang Chu rivers. Walk the suspension bridge for views of the 15th-century iron chain bridge — a great photo stop. Check into your hotel, rest, and explore Thimphu town in the evening on your own.
Dinner & overnight: Hotel Pelyang Boutique2Thimphu Sightseeing▾
A full day exploring Thimphu:
- Tashichho Dzong — the fortress of the glorious religion, seat of government and the Je Khenpo
- Buddha Point / Kuenselphodrang — the 51.5m Buddha Dordenma statue overlooking the valley
- Centenary Farmer's Market — local produce, crafts, and a chance to meet the locals
- Takin Preserve — home to Bhutan's national animal
- Simtokha Dzong — Bhutan's oldest fortress, built in 1629
- National Memorial Chorten — built in 1974 in memory of the Third King
3Thimphu – Punakha Sightseeing▾
Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass (3,140m) for panoramic Himalayan views and the 108 chortens, and visit Druk Wangyal Lhakhang. Stop for tea at the Dochula Pass Cafeteria, then continue to a traditional farmhouse in Lobesa Village. After lunch, walk through paddy fields to Chhimi Lhakhang, the "Divine Madman's" fertility temple built in 1499.
Dinner & overnight: Meri Puensum or Zhingkham Resort4Punakha Sightseeing▾
Walk through upper Punakha's paddy fields (about 1 hour) to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Lhakhang for sweeping valley views. Visit Punakha Dzong, set on the island where the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers meet, then cross Bhutan's longest suspension bridge (350m). In the evening, visit Sangchhen Dorji Lhendup Lhakhang Nunnery for panoramic views over Punakha and Wangdue.
Dinner & overnight: Meri Puensum or Zhingkham Resort5Punakha – Paro▾
Head back to Paro through picturesque valleys and farmhouses. Visit the National Museum of Bhutan (Ta Dzong), home to over 3,000 artifacts spanning 1,500+ years; Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan's oldest shrines dating to the 7th century; and Rinpung Dzong, Paro's fortress-monastery.
Dinner & overnight: Tashi Namgay or Khangkhu Resort6Tiger's Nest Hike & Hot Stone Bath▾
Drive about 30 minutes to the trailhead, then hike roughly 1–1.5 hours to the viewpoint for a spectacular look at Taktsang Monastery ("Tiger's Nest") clinging to the cliffside. Continue up to the monastery itself (about 1 more hour), then walk back down, stopping at the viewpoint cafeteria for lunch. In the evening, unwind with a traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath at a Paro farmhouse — river rocks heated and placed in the bathwater to release minerals and ease sore muscles.
Dinner & overnight: Tashi Namgay or Khangkhu Resort7Fly Out of Paro▾
Your guide will see you off at Paro International Airport. Tashi Delek — safe travels!
Glimpses of the Kingdom
To whoever is planning to visit Bhutan — please come join us to explore our unique culture, authentic traditions, serene Himalayan landscapes, and friendly local people.
Your wish is our command.
We curate every detail of your journey, exactly as you wish.