Orion Bhutan Travel · Paro, Bhutan
Bhutan, at your own pace
Privately crafted journeys designed around how you want to experience the kingdom: its dzongs and monasteries, its festivals and its high Himalayan trails.
Navigating the mystical paths of Bhutan
A trusted companion through the Land of the Thunder Dragon
For centuries, travellers and explorers have looked up at the clear Himalayan night sky and found their way by the bright stars of Orion. Our agency takes its name from that idea of direction and discovery.
Orion Bhutan Travel was founded by a professional Bhutanese tour guide with 12 years of experience in the country’s tourism industry. We plan private journeys through Bhutan’s valleys, sacred fortresses and mountain landscapes, and we take care of the practical details, from visa and Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) arrangements to guides, drivers and hotels.
Ways to travel
Choose how you want to experience Bhutan
Every journey is private and can be adjusted, but most travellers start from one of these four styles.
Ancient monasteries, sacred temples, dzongs and village life, with time to understand the stories behind them.
Plan your trip around a Tshechu, with colourful masked dances, traditional music and blessings at a dzong or temple.
Mountain trails, high passes, lakes and remote villages, from short ridge walks to the Jomolhari route.
Forests, river valleys, alpine meadows and wetlands, home to colourful Himalayan species and rare birds.
Featured journeys
Itineraries to start from
Central Bhutan · Eastern Bhutan
Heart of the Dragon – In-Depth Cultural Tour
Journey deep into the heart of Bhutan on an unforgettable 12-day cultural adventure.
Price on request
Western Bhutan
Bhutan Cultural Journey: Valleys, Monasteries & Himalayan Wonders
Experience the diverse beauty and rich cultural heritage of Bhutan on this 8-night, 9-day journey through Thimphu, Punakha, Phobjikha, and Paro.
Price on request
Western Bhutan
Thimphu Festival Tour
Experience Bhutan during one of its most vibrant and spiritually significant celebrations — the Thimphu Tshechu.
Price on request
Northern Bhutan · Western Bhutan
The Ultimate Jomolhari Himalayan Trek
Follow the footsteps of ancient travelers on Bhutan’s most iconic trading route.
Price on request
Destinations
Five regions, one small kingdom
Bhutan rises from subtropical foothills in the south to glaciers on the Tibetan border. Each region has its own landscapes, dialects and festivals.
Western Bhutan
Paro, Thimphu and Punakha: the most visited region, with ancient monasteries, fertile valleys and the country’s only international airport.
Central Bhutan
The spiritual and historical heart of the country, rich in ancient temples, sacred monasteries and peaceful valleys.
Eastern Bhutan
Less travelled and deeply traditional, known for weaving villages, ancient temples and warm hospitality.
Northern Bhutan
The high Himalayas, remote highland villages and some of the most spectacular trekking routes anywhere.
Southern Bhutan
Lush subtropical forests, wildlife and lively local communities, often overlooked by first-time visitors.
Tshechu and festivals
Time your journey around a festival
A tshechu is a religious festival held at a dzong or temple, with masked dances (cham), traditional music and blessings that draw whole communities together. Festival dates follow the Bhutanese lunar calendar, so they change from year to year.
Why travel with Orion
Local knowledge, carefully planned
Tailor-made journeys
Every itinerary is built around your interests, pace and passions, from Himalayan treks and sacred festivals to cultural discoveries and wellness.
Local guides and storytellers
Experience Bhutan through the people who know it best: guides who connect you with its living culture, traditions and hospitality.
Seamless travel planning
We handle the details, from travel requirements and SDF arrangements to transport, flights, accommodation and daily logistics.
Responsible tourism
We believe in meaningful, low-impact travel that respects Bhutan’s culture, supports local communities and protects its Himalayan environment.
Plan your trip
Good to know before you go
Travel to Bhutan takes a little more planning than most destinations. These guides answer the questions we hear most often.
Visas, SDF and entry
How the Bhutan visa and Sustainable Development Fee work, plus the entry rules for travellers from India, Bangladesh and the Maldives.
Read the FAQs
Money, packing and policies
Cash, cards and ATMs, what to pack and wear, accessibility, and our cancellation and refund policy.
Read travel info
Festival calendar
When and where Bhutan’s main festivals take place, season by season, and how to plan your journey around one.
Open the festival guide
Tailor-made, at no extra cost
Tailor your Bhutan journey
We can shape your Bhutan experience around your preferences, interests, travel style and schedule at no additional cost. Want more time for culture, nature, adventure or wellness, or simply a slower pace? Tell us, and we will plan the journey around you.