Bhutan Photography Tours &amp; Trips

Private Guided

Why we love them

They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Punakha, Thimpu

Highlights

View some of the best dzongs like Paro Dzong and Punakha Dzong
Enjoy a hike to see the significant Tango monastery and its surrounding scenery
Hike along the Gangtey Nature Trail to admire the alluring Phobjikha Valley
Visit the iconic Buddhist temple - Tiger’s Nest by trekking

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a traveling solo female. Liz my trip consultant and contact person was so helpful and responsive to any and all my concerns and questions. It was a trip of a lifetime. I can not gush enough about the itinerary and experiences. I am completely impressed with is company and this person. Ya ya in Chang Mai and Sam in Bangkok are top notch guides. The diving in Phuket was arranged with Siam diving, a small private boat not an over stuffed crowded one. It felt like we were the only people in the ocean. Goo, GO, GO!!!!"

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14-Day India, Nepal, and Bhutan Tour

By China Highlights

Local Expert

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5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Kathmandu, Paro, Punakha, Thimphu

Highlights

Visit the great monuments in Delhi to find the trails of the great dynasties in Indian history.
Witness the miracle in the history of architecture and the symbol of true love, the Taj Mahal
Immerse yourself in the stories of the maharajas in the 'Pink City', Jaipur.
Travel back in time to the Middle Ages in the temples and the palaces that are hidden in the Kathmandu Valley.
Find the most beautiful monastery in Punakha and experience the inner peace brought by Tibetan Buddhism.

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I've just returned from my trip to China, a week ago. I've seen many-many interesting places of Guangdong and Guangxi provinces. But most of all i liked my 2-days trip to Longshen villages with my guide Frank from chinahighlights. The day before our trip has started, in Guilin, Frank met me in hotel and told about our journey. Next 2 days we visited traditional ancient chinese villages (the biggest from them are Ping'an and Dazhai), walking around them, saw the rice-terraces landscape (it was really unbelievable). Also we had a hiking between villages, and stayed at night at ZhongLiu village. I haven't seen any tourists in this village, even chinese tourists. It was fantastic cause we've seen real chinese life of local people, including, for example, planting vegetables, collecting tea). Very quiet, fresh air, natural food. Yes, in this village almost no shops, no souvenirs, but you dont need them. All around you a hundred times better. I advice all, who wants to see real chinese life, visit this place, especially this village, stay at night there. Thanks very much to my guide Frank and chinahighlights for this trip!"

By Swotah Travel and Adventure

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Nepal and Bhutan in 13 Days

Local Expert

Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.

5/5 Excellent

38 reviews

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

The Best of Nepal Bhutan tour passes through two beautiful Himalayan nations of South Asia: Nepal and Bhutan. This trip guides you to the ancient city of Kathmandu, the beautiful lake city - Pokhara, the home to rare one-horned rhinoceros - Chitwan and finally steps to the last Shangri-La - Bhutan showcasing the major cultural and natural attractions such as Tiger's Nest, Simtokha Dzong, King’s Memorial Chorten etc. The adventure of visiting two different nations in one holiday is absolutely strain-free and can be done by almost anyone physically fit irrespective of age.

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Great experience, we won't ever forget the the Three Passes trek of 18 days in the Himalayas. Felt immediatelly safe and home due to our local tourguide. We extremely enjoyed the service of all Swotah team members. It was a really well organized trip from A-Z. Thank you!"

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Best of India, Nepal & Bhutan

By Odynovo

premier

5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Why we love them

They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Bhaktapur, Delhi, Jaipur, Kathmandu, Paro, Thimphu

Highlights

Enjoy the scenic views of the Kathmandu valley and visit the Boudhanath Stupa in Nepal
View some beautiful Dzongs of Thimphu & Paro and explore the iconic Tiger’s Nest in Bhutan
See the top highlights of Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra in India

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

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The Best of Bhutan: Hidden Treasures of a Himalayan Kingdom

By Road Scholar

preferred

4.4/5 Great

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Kathmandu

Highlights

Walking is the best way to get to know a new place
I’m energetic and enjoy a good physical challenge, so I’m always ready to spend the day on the move
Whether it’s public transit, city streets or village cobblestones, I’m game

Themes

Culinary & Wine, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Photography, Holy Land

What travelers are saying

"Our family of four, including two adult children, took the Bicycling: Day Trips to Paradise in Canada. This trip is entirely outsourced to the owners of the inn, there are no Road Scholar employees involved in the trip. Two of us have taken bicycle trips all over the world and the bicycling component of this trip was disorganized, haphazard and almost unsafe. We all filled out forms giving details regarding our bicycle fitting months before the trip. On the first day, the leader Stephen, went around the room and asked the same questions and said everyone would get fitted in the morning before we began the first ride. The morning brought a rack of bikes, all different types in various levels of readiness. There were road bikes, hybrid bikes, mountain bikes and e-bikes. The rides were all on paved surfaces and the mountain bikes were heavy and the additional suspension added weight. The bike I received had rust on the chain and rear sprocket. When I asked about it, was told they were waiting for another van to show up with tools and equipment. Once it arrived, they gave me the lubricant to spray on the rust. My wife’s bike would not shift into the high gear on the front sprocket. Instead of adjusting the derailleur, they suggested spraying it with lubricant. Our one son is over six feet and needed a larger frame bike, even though he detailed it in the bike form months ago, there was no bike to fit him. One of the guides, then went home and brought a larger bike that was a full suspension mountain bike for him. The bike was very heavy, hard to control on the road and he felt unsafe. After two days, one of the guides convinced Stephen that they could adjust a hybrid bike to fit him. Clearly there was no work done to prepare the bikes for the trip. Many of the bikes needed adjusting and all needed lubricant to function easily. For every day, there was a tray of snacks placed out for us to take along the ride. None of the bikes had any baskets or attached bags, so if you didn’t bring a small day pack, there was no way to carry the snacks. For lunch on the rides, they brought exactly one sandwich for each rider. Since most of us get hungry while doing a day of exercise, it would have been helpful to have a few extras. On one day, they ran out of sandwiches and one of the leaders that were riding with us did not get lunch. Do NOT take this trip if you are expecting it to be a bicycling trip. We have used VBT and Discovery Bicycle Tours many times over the past 25 years and they are excellent bike tour companies. Lastly, after sharing these details with Road Scholar after the trip, their response was weak at best. After doing the full reviews and having to call them, their response was to give us $200 credit after spending $8000 on this trip. Not only was that insulting, they assumed that I would take another trip with their organization."

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The Best of the Mountain Kingdoms: Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan

By Road Scholar

preferred

4.4/5 Great

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Kathmandu, Lhasa

Highlights

Walking is the best way to get to know a new place
I’m energetic and enjoy a good physical challenge, so I’m always ready to spend the day on the move
Whether it’s public transit, city streets or village cobblestones, I’m game

Themes

Culinary & Wine, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Photography, Holy Land

What travelers are saying

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South Asia Culture Cradle, India Nepal Bhutan Tour

By Bravo Asia Tours

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5/5 Excellent

24 reviews

Private Guided

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Agra, Chitwan National Park, Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Kathmandu, Mumbai, Pokhara, Punakha, Varanasi

Highlights

Travel the north of India, touch the man-made beauty of the incomparable Taj Mahal and the Red Fort in Agra.
See the Palace of the Winds and Royal City Palace in Jaipur
Visit holy river in Varanasi.
Visit Nepal in the golden triangle route with Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park and Pokhara.
Visit the mysterious Bhutan.

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Family Friendly, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY!!!! They SCAMMED ME AND MY FAMILY OUT OF 5,000 US Dollars!!!"

By National Geographic Expeditions

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Bhutan Photo Adventure

preferred

3.5/5 Great

30 reviews

Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Bumthang Valley, Taktsang Monastery, Thimpu

Highlights

Document some of Bhutan's most beautiful and sacred places, from the icy crest of Jhomolhari to the Buddhist sites of Bumthang.
Take portraits of yak herders and farming families on hikes through Bhutan's stunning valleys.
Focus on the exquisite details of Buddhist architecture, from medieval dzongs to the intricately painted monasteries that dot the landscape.
Capture the color and pageantry of local culture on photo shoots with traditional dancers, archery experts, and monks.

Themes

Education / Learning, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Photography

What travelers are saying

"We booked a National Geographic expedition Holland and Belgium by River. The promotional literature promised a 14-day deposit refund window. The “invoice” was marked “non-refundable” deposit. We completed the National Geographic Traveler Information. About 8 days later we received the “Travel Agreement” to be signed. We both approved and signed the National Geographic documents. A Cruise Line Travel agreement was enclosed but had no signature line. This document contained language which was unacceptable. We submitted the signed NatGeo documents. The following day we canceled the trip due to the unacceptable Cruise Line language. Cancellation was made 12 days after booking and no deposit was returned. We were told on the phone that the refund deadline was triggered by the 14 day window OR signatures on the Travel Agreement which ever came first. This was NEW information. To date, we have received NO refund of our $1000. We cancelled our trip within the advertised 14 day window."

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Bhutan Soft Adventure

By Odynovo

premier

5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Why we love them

They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Punakha, Thimpu

Highlights

View some of the best dzongs like Paro Dzong and Punakha Dzong
Enjoy a hike to see the significant Tango monastery and its surrounding scenery
Hike along the Gangtey Nature Trail to admire the alluring Phobjikha Valley
Visit the iconic Buddhist temple - Tiger’s Nest by trekking

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

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14-Day India, Nepal, and Bhutan Tour

By China Highlights

Local Expert

Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.

5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Kathmandu, Paro, Punakha, Thimphu

Highlights

Visit the great monuments in Delhi to find the trails of the great dynasties in Indian history.
Witness the miracle in the history of architecture and the symbol of true love, the Taj Mahal
Immerse yourself in the stories of the maharajas in the 'Pink City', Jaipur.
Travel back in time to the Middle Ages in the temples and the palaces that are hidden in the Kathmandu Valley.
Find the most beautiful monastery in Punakha and experience the inner peace brought by Tibetan Buddhism.

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

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Bhutan: Druk Path Trek

By Exodus Travels

premier

4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Kathmandu, Paro, Punakha, Thimphu, Thimpu

Highlights

Embark on a short classic trek through the beautiful Bhutanese countryside
Gain an insight into the local way of life
Visit cultural highlights including Dzong in Paro and the Memorial Chorten in Thimpu
Witness Bhutan's colourful, vibrant festivals (on festival departures)
Visit the incredible Taktsang Tiger's Nest Monastery

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"Discover Costa Rica is a great itinerary, covering varied habitats around the country and staying 2 nights each at 6 centres. Their birdwatching specials are led by local experts who really know their stuff."

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Wonders of Bhutan

By G Adventures

preferred

4.9/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Gangtey, Himalayas, Paro, Punakha, Taktsang Monastery, Thimphu, Thimpu, Tibet

Highlights

Visit one of the most remote countries in the world
Enjoy a meeting and lecture with a monk about buddhist culture in bhutan
Learn how to cook ema datshi (chili cheese) with a local farm family
Hike along peaceful nature trails and thrilling cliffs
Experience the pristine and peaceful nature of the "dragon kingdom"

Themes

Cultural, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Bhutan Discovered

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Paro, Punakha, Thimphu, Thimpu

Highlights

Hike to Taktsang, commonly known as the Tiger's Nest, the small monastery clinging to a rocky cliff 900 metres above the valley floor, and soak in its magnificence.
Discover the 15th-century fertility temple of Chimi Lhakhang, and visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong, an ancient fortress and religious centre that sits at the confluence of two rivers.
Feel the heat of Bhutanese cuisine when you tuck into traditional meals made with red rice, local cheese and lots of tastebud-tingling chillies.
Experience Bhutanese hospitality in the Paro Valley when you enjoy a homecooked meal at a rustic farmhouse and opt to take a soak in a traditional hot stone bath.
Spend a day exploring Thimphu, from the city to the woodlands, visiting the Cheri Dorji Dhen monastery, National Memorial Chorten, Simply Bhutan and the National Textile Museum.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

Best Bhutan Standard Tours

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Bucket List Bhutan

If seeing Bhutan and hiking in the Himalayan region is on your bucket list, then the Land of the Thunder Dragon tour is for you! This trip was such a good mix, tha...

Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Fabulous country, fabulous trip...go!!

We did this trip with some fear and trepidation as we would be trekking at altitude for the first time. We were very keen to visit Bhutan before it modernises and ...

Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

One of the best Exodus trips

Although the price is high, this is a great holiday and worth the cost. The only thing that could have been better was the weather, as we had two days of rain dur...

Anonymous

Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Land of the Thunder Dragon

Bhutan is a country whose culture and environment are still free from the negative influences of the modern world. It's a quiet even serene place, free from pollut...

Anonymous

Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Aptly described

Against a background of knowing nothing of Bhutan, I found the trip so educational and broadening of my horizons with regard to the country's culture, customs, hi...