A deeper Bhutan journey through sacred monasteries, Himalayan passes, peaceful valleys, village trails, spiritual Bumthang, Phobjikha’s crane habitat, and the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
Tour Highlights
A deeper Bhutan journey through sacred valleys, monasteries, hikes, and ancient stories.
This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want more than a first glimpse of Bhutan, with time in Phobjikha and Bumthang for richer cultural immersion and meaningful soft adventure.
Daily Program
11-Day Bhutan Itinerary
Follow the route from Paro to Thimphu, Punakha, Phobjikha, Trongsa, Bumthang, and back to Paro for the Tiger’s Nest hike.
Day 1: Arrival in Paro & Drive to Thimphu
Arrive in Paro with views of Everest, Kanchenjunga and the Eastern Himalayas. Meet your guide and drive along the river to Thimphu. If time permits, visit Thimphu Dzong in the evening.
Day 2: Tango Monastery Hike & Thimphu Sightseeing
Drive to the end of Thimphu Valley and hike uphill to Tango Monastery, a centre for higher Buddhist studies and meditation. Later, visit the Folk Heritage Museum, Institute for the 13 Traditional Arts, Takin Reserve, Sangaygang viewpoint, and Memorial Chorten.
Day 3: Thimphu – Dochula Pass – Punakha
Visit the Institute of Traditional Medicine or Changangkha Temple, then drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass with its 108 chortens and Himalayan views. In Punakha, visit Chimi Lhakhang and stroll through rice fields and villages.
Day 4: Full Day in Punakha
Enjoy countryside activities such as a scenic drive and hike to Talo Monastery, a short uphill hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgay Chorten, and a visit to Punakha Dzong, set between the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers.
Day 5: Punakha – Wangdue – Phobjikha Valley
Drive along the Punatsangchu River through Wangdue to Phobjikha, a wide glacial valley and winter home of the rare black-necked cranes. Visit Gangtey Monastery and walk the gentle Nature Trail through forest, villages and open valley.
Day 6: Day Hike in Phobjikha Valley
Spend the day hiking in the peaceful Phobjikha Valley with a packed hot lunch from the hotel. Optional bicycle riding can be arranged for half day, full day or hourly basis.
Day 7: Phobjikha – Trongsa – Bumthang
Set out early and cross Pele-La Pass. Stop at Chendibji Chorten, continue to Trongsa to visit the impressive Dzong and museum, then drive onward to Jakar town in Bumthang Valley.
Day 8: Full Day in Bumthang Spiritual Heartland
Choose from temple visits and hikes including Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Tamshing Monastery, Jakar Dzong, Tang Valley, Ugyen Choling Palace Museum, Membartsho Burning Lake, Kunzangdrak Monastery or Tharpaling Monastery.
Day 9: Domestic Flight to Paro & Paro Sightseeing
Fly to Paro and visit Ta Dzong Museum, then descend on foot to Rinpung Dzong, cross the traditional bridge into Paro town, and enjoy free time at leisure.
Day 10: Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike
Hike to Taktsang Monastery, the legendary Tiger’s Nest perched on a cliff. After lunch, drive toward Drugyel Dzong, enjoy mountain and forest scenery, and visit Kichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples.
Day 11: Departure from Paro
Transfer to Paro International Airport for your departure flight.
Made for travelers seeking Bhutan’s spiritual heartland and highland valleys.
Enchanted Bhutan combines Thimphu’s culture, Punakha’s river valleys, Phobjikha’s crane habitat, Bumthang’s sacred temples, and Paro’s legendary Tiger’s Nest hike.
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