A Bhutan tour guide, with room to travel your way

Yes. Most international visitors travel with a licensed Bhutanese guide, even when they book their own hotels and transport. The rules for your passport are on the Department of Tourism FAQ.

Since 2022 you can book hotels, transport and other services yourself instead of buying a full package, but the guide requirement didn't change. Arrange your guiding before you travel rather than counting on finding someone at a temple entrance.

Yes. Ask us to arrange your licensed guide and tell us what you have already booked. Hotels, transport, meals, entry fees, visa and SDF arrangements can be handled separately. Your quote records what we arrange and what you take care of yourself.

Yes. On a private tour or a guide-only trip, your guide is just for your group, and solo travellers get a guide of their own. Small group tours share one guide between the group.

Yes. Choose accommodation certified by Bhutan's Department of Tourism: its August 2026 notice confirms that tourists may only stay at certified hotels, homestays and designated campsites. Share your overnight stops with us and we can check driving times before you book, so the route fits the time you have.

Guide-only prices are quoted for your dates, group size, route and the days you need a guide. Your quote lists the guiding charge and any agreed guide expenses. If you also want a vehicle and driver, ask for those to be included. Hotels, meals, entry fees and government fees are separate from the guiding charge, with your quote recording who arranges each item.

Tipping isn't required, but it's the usual way to thank a guide for good service. About $10 to $15 per day from each traveller is typical for your guide, and $5 to $10 per day for your driver, given in cash at the end of the trip.

You can build a route around your interests and agree the pace with your guide. Leave room for a longer lunch, a walk or time to rest. Changes still need to work with driving distances, hotel bookings, opening times, weather and any access or safety requirements. We explain any extra costs before you agree to a change.

Bhutan requires visitors to travel with a licensed guide. That does not mean every moment needs to be scheduled or narrated. Tell your guide when you prefer a quieter pace or less conversation. We plan personal time within the guide and site-access requirements, while keeping help available.

Yes. Share your dates, interests and any places you want to see. We can suggest a route, check what fits and arrange the services you choose. You can also use one of our private tours as a starting point.