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The Standard Collection

Discover Bhutan, Simply

Well-planned journeys with everything essential taken care of

Every Standard journey includes a private vehicle with an English-speaking licensed guide, comfortable 3-star tourist-standard hotels, all meals, and the Sustainable Development Fee — so you can focus on Bhutan itself. Choose from eight itineraries, from a 5-day introduction to a 14-day journey from west to east.

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Our Standard Itineraries

Eight journeys, from short breaks to cross-country expeditions

Bhutan Essentials 5D / 4N

Bhutan Essentials

Paro, Thimphu and Punakha — Bhutan’s three most important valleys, ancient dzongs, the longest suspension bridge and the Tiger’s Nest hike, without rushed transfers.

5 Days
Easy–Moderate
West
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Western Bhutan Explorer 6D / 5N

Western Bhutan Explorer

The three core valleys plus a day trip over Chele La Pass (3,988 m) into the remote Haa Valley and its 7th-century White and Black Temples.

6 Days
Easy–Moderate
West + Haa
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The Bhutan Discovery 7D / 6N

The Bhutan Discovery

Paro, Thimphu and Punakha, then onward to the glacial Phobjikha Valley — winter home of the black-necked cranes — and the Gangtey Nature Trail.

7 Days
Easy–Moderate
West + Phobjikha
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Bhutan in a Week 7D / 6N

Bhutan in a Week

A balanced first-time introduction with two unhurried nights each in Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, a weaver’s studio visit and the Tiger’s Nest hike.

7 Days
Easy–Moderate
West
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Bhutan Beyond the Postcard 8D / 7N

Bhutan Beyond the Postcard

Iconic landmarks alongside rural secrets — paper-making with artisans, a riverside picnic, farmhouse meals and a Dotsho hot stone bath.

8 Days
Moderate
West + Phobjikha
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The Bhutan Journey 10D / 9N

The Bhutan Journey

Our flagship journey into Central Bhutan — five valleys, Trongsa Dzong and Bumthang’s sacred temples, with a scenic domestic flight back to Paro.

10 Days
Moderate
West + Central
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Dragon Kingdom Grand Tour 12D / 11N

Dragon Kingdom Grand Tour

West, Central and Eastern Bhutan — Thrumshing La Pass, clifftop Trashigang Dzong and Radhi’s silk weavers, with a domestic flight from Yonphula.

12 Days
Active
West → East
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Bhutan from West to East 14D / 13N

Bhutan from West to East

Our most expansive overland odyssey — Tang Valley, Mebar Tsho, Khaling’s handloom heritage and the nomadic Brokpa herders of Merak.

14 Days
Active
West → East
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What You Get

Inclusions & Exclusions

The same clear terms apply to every Standard package

What’s Included

Covered in your package

  • All ground transportation in a private vehicle with an English-speaking licensed guide
  • Accommodation in twin/double-sharing, 3-star tourist-standard hotels
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) as per itinerary
  • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
  • Bottled water during transfers and sightseeing
  • Government royalty and applicable taxes

What’s Not Included

Arranged or paid separately

  • International/regional airfare to and from Paro
  • Bhutan visa processing fee (arranged in advance by Gu-Mar as part of permit clearance)
  • Personal expenses: laundry, telephone, beverages, tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Pony hire for the Tiger’s Nest hike (optional, paid on-site)
  • Any services not mentioned under Inclusions

Before You Travel

Good to Know

Visa & SDF Handled for You

All non-Indian, non-Bangladeshi, non-Maldivian nationals travel through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator such as Gu-Mar; visa clearance and the SDF are processed on your behalf before arrival.

Upgrade Your Hotels

Hotel categories can be upgraded to 4-star or boutique/heritage properties under our Deluxe or Luxurious collections.

Flexible Sequencing

Itinerary sequencing may shift slightly depending on flight timings, road conditions, or festival dates — your guide will confirm the final day-by-day plan on arrival.

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Plan Your Standard Journey

Tell us your dates and group size, and Gu-Mar Travels & Tours will confirm availability and send you a full quote.

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