Itinerary
- Day 1
Paro to Thimphu
You'll arrive in Paro after that mountain flight and drive to Thimphu following the Pachu River. After checking into your hotel, you'll spend the day visiting several cultural spots including a traditional handmade paper factory, Simtokha Dzong from centuries past, the Buddha Dordenma statue at Buddha Point, and the National Institute for Zorig Chusum where you can watch students learning traditional Bhutanese arts.
- Start point
- Paro, Bhutan (Paramount of Bhutan)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory and try making traditional paper
- Explore Simtokha Dzong
- Visit Buddha Point and Buddha Dordenma statue
- Visit National Institute for Zorig Chusum and observe traditional arts classes
Landmarks/POIs Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory Simtokha Dzong Buddha Dordenma National Institute for Zorig Chusum - Day 2
Thimphu to Punakha
Heading towards Punakha, you'll stop at Dochula Pass which sits at 3,140m about 30 minutes into the drive. From there you'll see Punakha Dzong, built back in 1637 and considered one of Bhutan's finest fortress buildings. Later you'll take a walk out to the longest suspension bridge in the country for views across the river towards the villages on the other side.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Dochula Pass
- Explore Punakha Dzong
- Walk to Bhutan's longest suspension bridge
Landmarks/POIs Dochula Pass Punakha Dzong - Day 3
Punakha to Bumthang
This morning starts with a five-hour drive through Bhutan's only east-west highway. You'll make a brief stop at Chendebji Chorten, then visit Trongsa village and its large dzong before crossing over Yotong La Pass. By afternoon you'll reach Bumthang Valley at 2,580m, where buckwheat fields, apple orchards, and ancient monasteries surround the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Chendebji Chorten
- Visit Trongsa village and Trongsa Dzong
Landmarks/POIs Chendebji Chorten Trongsa Dzong Yotong La Pass Chhume Valley - Day 4
Bumthang
You'll explore Bumthang's spiritual and cultural sites starting with Wangdichhoeling palace, the oldest royal residence in the region. After that you'll check out Kurjey Lhakhang and Jambay Lhakhang, both significant historically, then head to Tamshing Monastery. Later you'll visit local cottage industries like Red Panda Brewery, Bumthang Cheese Dairy, and the local distillery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Wangdichhoeling palace
- Explore Kurjey Lhakhang
- Visit Jambay Lhakhang
- Visit Tamshing Monastery
- Visit Red Panda Brewery
- Visit Bumthang Cheese/Dairy Facility
- Visit Bumthang Distillery
Landmarks/POIs Wangdichhoeling Kurjey Lhakhang Jambay Lhakhang Tamshing Monastery - Day 5
Bumthang to Gangtey
Driving back towards Gangtey and Phobjikha Valley, you'll cross high passes to reach what locals call the most beautiful valley in Bhutan. You'll stroll through Gangtey Village and then visit the ancient Gangtey Goemba, where you can walk around its vast altars and ramparts overlooking the valley below.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Stroll through Gangtey Village
- Visit Gangtey Goemba
Landmarks/POIs Gangtey Goemba - Day 6
Gangtey
Lace up your hiking boots for a nature trail walk through Phobjikha Valley, descending through flower meadows towards Semchubara Village. You'll walk through forests and into the open valley, passing by Khewa Lhakhang along the way. At the Black Neck Crane Center you can try to spot rare cranes migrating from Tibet during winter months. You'll have an authentic Bhutanese lunch at a local farm house and get to meet people from the community.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Authentic Bhutanese lunch at local farm house), Dinner
Included Activities
- Nature Trail Walk through Phobjikha Valley to Semchubara Village
- Visit Khewa Lhakhang
- Visit Black Neck Crane Center
- Authentic Bhutanese lunch at local farm house
- Engage in farming activities with locals
Landmarks/POIs Phobjikha Valley Khewa Lhakhang Black Neck Crane Center - Day 7
Gangtey to Paro
After breakfast you'll drive back to Paro. On the way you'll stop at Tamchog Bridge, a historic iron suspension bridge built by engineer Thangtong Gyalpo. Once you reach Paro, you'll visit Ringpung Dzong from 1644 and the National Museum. In the evening you can walk around the main street looking at Himalayan artifacts and textiles.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Tamchog Bridge and Tamchog Lhakhang
- Visit Ringpung Dzong
- Visit National Museum
Optional Activities
- Stroll main street for Himalayan artifacts and textiles
- Relax at hotel leisure
Landmarks/POIs Tamchog Bridge Tamchog Lhakhang Ringpung Dzong National Museum - Day 8
Paro
You'll drive to Chele La Pass, one of Bhutan's highest road points at 3,988 meters or 13,084 feet. The drive goes through thick forests and on clear days you'll get views of Mount Jumolhari, Jichu Drake, and other northern peaks. You'll spend time in the mountains connecting with nature. By evening you can head to the market for Himalayan handicrafts and souvenirs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Chele La Pass
- Enjoy mountain views and nature connection
Optional Activities
- Stroll market for Himalayan handicrafts and souvenirs
Landmarks/POIs Chele La Pass Mount Jumolhari Jichu Drake - Day 9
Paro
You'll hike to Taktsang Goemba, commonly known as Tiger's Nest, one of Bhutan's most dramatic monuments. This sacred monastery sits on a sheer cliff face at 2,950m or 9,678 feet, which is 900m above the valley floor, and the hike offers views the whole way up. In the evening you might want to relax with a traditional hot stone bath at a local home stay to help your muscles recover after the hike.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Taktsang Goemba (Tiger's Nest)
Optional Activities
- Traditional hot stone bath at Bhutanese home stay - Extra charges applicable
Landmarks/POIs Taktsang Goemba - Day 10
Day 10
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