Bumthang Cultural Luxury Tour
Overview
Journey into the spiritual heartland of Bhutan on this seven-day exploration of the Bumthang valley — home to the kingdom's oldest temples and most sacred pilgrimage sites. Travel overland through spectacular mountain scenery, visit Trongsa Dzong, and discover the four valleys of Bumthang where Buddhism first took root in Bhutan.
Route
Paro → Thimphu → Punakha → Trongsa → Bumthang → Paro
Highlights
- Trongsa Dzong — the largest and most impressive fortress in Bhutan
- Jambay Lhakhang — one of Bhutan's oldest temples (7th century)
- Kurjey Lhakhang with the body print of Guru Rinpoche
- Red panda habitat in the Trongsa forests
- Swiss cheese and apple brandy at Bumthang's artisan farms
- Scenic drive over Yotong La pass (3,425m)
Quick Facts
- Duration
- 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Group Size
- 2-10 guests
- Max Altitude
- 2,600m
- Best Months
- March-May, September-November
- Starting From
- $3,750 pp
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Paro
Arrive Paro. Transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit to Paro Rinpung Dzong and the National Museum. Welcome dinner.
Paro to Punakha via Dochula
Drive over Dochula Pass (3,100m) with views of the Eastern Himalayas. Visit the 108 Dochula Chortens. Continue to Punakha and visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong at the confluence of two rivers.
Punakha to Trongsa
Scenic drive through central Bhutan. Cross Pele La pass (3,420m) and enter the Black Mountains. Arrive at Trongsa and explore Trongsa Dzong — the ancestral seat of the Bhutanese monarchy.
Trongsa to Bumthang
Visit the Tower of Trongsa Museum (Ta Dzong). Drive over Yotong La pass (3,425m) to the Bumthang valley. Afternoon visit to Jambay Lhakhang, one of Bhutan's two oldest temples (659 AD).
Bumthang Valley Exploration
Full day exploring the four valleys. Visit Kurjey Lhakhang (Guru Rinpoche's body imprint), Tamshing Lhakhang (oldest monastery with original paintings), and the Bumthang Brewery for local beer and apple brandy. Visit a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse.
Bumthang to Paro
Domestic flight from Bumthang to Paro (1 hour). Afternoon at leisure. Farewell dinner.
Departure
Morning visit to Kyichu Lhakhang. Airport transfer.
What's Included
- 6 nights luxury accommodation (Amankora / COMO Uma)
- Domestic flight Bumthang–Paro
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
- Licensed Bhutanese guide throughout
- Private vehicle and driver
- All meals as indicated
- All entrance fees and permits
- Airport transfers
Not Included
- International flights to/from Paro
- Bhutan visa fee ($40)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
Find Your Flights
One of the world's most challenging airports. Only Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines operate here. Flights from Delhi, Kathmandu, Bangkok, and Singapore.
Typical airlines: Druk Air, Bhutan Airlines
International flights are not included in CuratedAscents packages.
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