Bhutan Innovation Festival · 24–26 March 2027
Learn. Explore.
Bhutan, SDF-free.
Festival Pass included · 7-, 9- & 10-day journeys
Discover fresh ideas, then discover Bhutan. Your journey includes a three-day Festival Pass, visa application fee and organiser assistance, with an eligible SDF waiver.
SDF waiver for eligible attendees, 18–31 March 2027. Subject to approved registration, required payment, festival attendance and ticket availability. Pass arrangements confirmed before payment to HRT.
Bhutan, beyond the ordinary
Find your way into Bhutan.
Sacred valleys, mountain trails and places to slow down. Choose what draws you here, then let us shape a private journey around you.
Cultural discoveryLiving traditions, sacred places and everyday Bhutan. Explore journeys →
Mountain trailsFrom one night under canvas to a Himalayan expedition. Explore 14 treks →
Lodge escapesBhutan’s valleys, with exceptional places to stay. Explore the collection →Mountain photograph: Martyn Smith / CC BY 2.0. Cropped to fit. Images show Bhutan’s landscapes and cultural sites.
2026 Bhutan package collection
12 journeys from A$1,881 per person
Choose from 2 to 20 nights, then personalise your preferred journey with us.
Introductory launch collection
Four signature Bhutan journeys
Choose a carefully designed private journey, then personalise the pace, stays and experiences around you.
10% launch offer: book by 30 November 2026. Standard prices take effect from 1 December 2026.
Indian-national pricing is available to eligible travellers holding a valid Indian passport or voter ID. Applicable Sustainable Development Fee, permit requirements and eligibility will be reconfirmed in your proposal.
10% launch offer
4 days · 3 nights
Glimpse of Bhutan
Thimphu · Dochula · Punakha · Paro
Standard
A$2,590
pp
A$2,331 per person
You save A$259 per person
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10% launch offer
5 days · 4 nights
Wonders of Bhutan
Thimphu · Dochula · Punakha · Paro
Standard
A$2,890
pp
A$2,601 per person
You save A$289 per person
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10% launch offer
6 days · 5 nights
The Royal Route
Thimphu · Dochula · Punakha · Paro
Standard
A$3,490
pp
A$3,141 per person
You save A$349 per person
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10% launch offer
8 days · 7 nights
Bhutan Leisure Tour
Thimphu · Phobjikha · Punakha · Paro
Standard
A$4,790
pp
A$4,311 per person
You save A$479 per person
Explore this journey →Prices are in Australian dollars , per person based on two travellers sharing. Subject to availability and final written confirmation. Flights to and from Bhutan and travel insurance are excluded unless stated in your proposal. Checkout is not enabled.
The trekking collection
Make room for the mountains.
Explore 14 trekking journeys, from a short camping experience to an extended Himalayan expedition. Start with a trail that inspires you; we’ll help you find the right fit for your experience and dates.
One night camping5 days / 4 nights
Bumdra Trek & Cultural Immersion
Add a mountain camp to a short Bhutan escape, combining the Bumdra trek with cultural discovery in Paro and Thimphu.
From A$2,500per international adult · twin share
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Classic mountain trail7 days / 6 nights
Druk Path & Tiger’s Nest
Follow the mountain trail between Paro and Thimphu, with alpine scenery and a visit to Tiger’s Nest. A compact introduction to multi-day trekking in Bhutan.
From A$3,410per international adult · twin share
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Alpine lake country8 days / 7 nights
Dagala Thousand Lakes
Walk through the lake country above Thimphu, where open meadows and high camps offer a very different perspective on Bhutan.
From A$3,970per international adult · twin share
Enquire about this trek →Into the high valleys10 days / 9 nights
Jomolhari Trek
Journey towards Jomolhari’s mountain landscape through alpine valleys and high passes, with time for Bhutan’s cultural highlights.
From A$5,260per international adult · twin share
Enquire about this trek →A journey on foot15 days / 14 nights
Trans Bhutan Trail
Take on an extended walking journey through sections of Bhutan’s historic trail, linking landscapes and communities around Haa, Paro, Thimphu and Punakha.
From A$8,130per international adult · twin share
Enquire about this trek →Extended expedition29 days / 28 nights
Snowman Trek I
An extended expedition through remote northern Bhutan and Lunana, finishing towards Sephu. Intended for experienced trekkers seeking a demanding mountain journey.
From A$21,850per international adult · twin share
Enquire about this trek →More trails to discover
About the photographs
Images show Bhutanese landscapes and cultural sites; they do not depict every day or campsite. Jomolhari image: Photo: Martyn Smith / CC BY 2.0. Cropped to fit.
Dagala lake: Photo: Zoepa / CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped to fit.
Private lodge journeys
Bhutan’s exceptional lodges, woven into private journeys.
Explore refined journeys featuring Amankora, COMO Uma, Six Senses and distinctive Bhutanese retreats. Every itinerary is privately guided and personally confirmed around your dates. Open a journey to view its lodge details and official property photographs.
Bhutan route scenery
Himalayan Exploration
Paro and Punakha with walks, heritage and restorative comfort.
Lean A$6,730 ppPeak A$8,230 pp
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Bhutan route scenery
Bhutan Spirit Wellbeing Retreat
A restorative Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary stay with private discovery.
Lean A$6,830 ppPeak A$8,120 pp
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Bhutan route scenery
Amankora Journey
A private lodge-to-lodge experience through three western valleys.
Lean A$17,200 ppPeak A$18,500 pp
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Bhutan route scenery
Six Senses Journey
Thimphu, Punakha and Paro with private culture and wellness.
Lean A$14,710 ppPeak A$19,570 pp
Explore journey →Lean season: Jan, Feb, Jun–Aug and Dec. Peak season: Mar–May and Sep–Nov. Twin-share “from” prices in Australian dollars; lodge, room category and final total are confirmed for your dates. No online checkout.
11 exclusive & off-beaten experiences
Follow a different curiosity.
Photography, quiet reflection, eastern villages and special celebrations. Discover another way to experience Bhutan, shaped around what matters to you.
- Photography · 11 days · from A$5,630
- Spiritual & wellbeing · 8 days · from A$4,210
- Eastern Bhutan · 15 days · from A$8,150
Extend Your Bhutan Journey
Travelling this far into the Himalayas? Discover another side of the region with a carefully curated extension through Nepal before continuing your journey through Bhutan.
Learn. Explore. Bhutan, SDF-free.
Our 7-, 9- and 10-day Bhutan Innovation Festival journeys include the Festival Pass, visa application fee and organiser assistance. Eligible registered attendees receive the SDF waiver for 18–31 March 2027; approved registration, payment and festival attendance are required.
Stories & travel guides
Get to know Bhutan before you go.
Explore Bhutanese culture, Buddhist traditions and practical advice for a more thoughtful journey.
Photo: Devender Goyal / CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped to fit.
Bhutanese culture
Buddhism in Bhutan: Understanding the Culture Behind the Journey
Discover the Buddhist traditions, prayer flags and sacred dances that give Bhutan’s cultural journeys their meaning.
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Photo: Mandy (amanderson2) / CC BY 2.0. Cropped to fit.
Responsible travel
Visiting Temples in Bhutan: A Guide to Respectful Travel
A practical guide to temple visits: what to wear, when to put the camera away and how to be a considerate guest.
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Photo: Abhijit Kar Gupta / CC BY 2.0. Cropped to fit.
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Bhutan travel planning
Your First Trip to Bhutan: How to Plan a Journey That Fits You
Choose your pace, understand government charges and compare quotes with a clear idea of your interests and budget.
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Local understanding. Personal attention.
Rooted in Bhutan
Bhutanese destination knowledge and trusted local partners bring depth and care to every journey.
Designed around you
Begin with a considered itinerary, then choose the pace, stays and experiences that make it yours.
One seamless journey
Dedicated Australian support, with contact points in Perth and Victoria.
Your Bhutan journey begins with a conversation.
Tell us what draws you to Bhutan. We’ll recommend the right journey and shape it around you.