10 Days Cultural Tour of Bhutan

Itinerary Overview

Day 01: Arrive Paro - Thimphu

Day 02: Thimphu

Day 03: Thimphu - Phobjikha Valley

Day 04: Phobjikha Valley - Bumthang

Day 05: Bumthang

Day 06: Bumthang - Punakha

Day 07: Punakha

Day 08: Punakha - Paro

Day 09: Paro

Day 10: Depart Paro

Day 01: Arrive Paro - Thimphu

Arrive in Paro, welcomed by a breathtaking flight over the Himalayan peaks. Visit the Ta Dzong Museum and Rimpong Dzong before driving to Thimphu. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 02: Thimphu

Spend the day sightseeing in Thimphu, including visits to the National Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Temple, and Zilukha Nunnery. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 03: Thimphu - Phobjikha Valley

Travel through the scenic Dochu-La pass to Phobjikha Valley, known for its stunning landscapes and winter home to black-necked cranes. Overnight in Phobjikha Valley.

Day 04: Phobjikha Valley - Bumthang

Visit Phobjikha Sanctuary and Gangtey Gompa before driving to Bumthang via Trongsa. Explore historical sites, including Trongsa Dzong. Overnight in Bumthang.

Day 05: Bumthang

Explore Bumthang's spiritual sites, including Kurjey Lhakhang, Jambay Lhakhang, Jakar Dzong, and Tamshing Lhakhang. Overnight in Bumthang.

Day 06: Bumthang - Punakha

Depart for Punakha, stopping in Trongsa for lunch. Overnight in Punakha.

Day 07: Punakha

Visit Punakha Dzong, the winter residence of the central monk body, and hike to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten. Explore Chimi Lhakhang. Overnight in Punakha.

Day 08: Punakha - Thimphu - Paro

Drive back to Thimphu for shopping and lunch, then continue to Paro. Overnight in Paro.

Day 09: Paro

Hike to the iconic Taktsang Monastery and visit Kyichu Lhakhang. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon. Overnight in Paro.

Day 10: Depart Paro

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.