Bumthang Trek and Cultural Tour

Description

Bumthang Trek and Cultural Tour

Trip Highlights

• Gain magnificent views of the Himalayan Mountain Range
• Visit Fortresses, temples, monasteries, landmarks and much more
• Visit the world famous Tigers Nest Monastery
• Go on day hikes in Bumthang

Trip Overview

The Bumthang Trek and Cultural Tour provides enjoyable experiences sightseeing in Bhutan’s cities and townships along with trekking in the countries heartland, Bumthang. The sightseeing tour begins in Paro with visits to amazing fortresses and the oldest temple in the country, Kichu temple. While still in Paro, the tour goes on a day hike to the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery and visits monuments, the Memorial Chorten Stupa, a nunnery temple, a traditional art school, and many other landmarks. The tour then makes a stop in Punakha to visit the Punakha fortress and a textile waving factory. Next, the Trek begins in Bumthang. For three days the trek continues across the rugged landscape to capture amazing views of the Himalayas. The trek transverses through high mountain passes, deeply-forested valleys, antiquated villages and small townships. At the end of the trek, the city tour continues as the tour moves back to Paro for its conclusion.

If you’re looking for both a physical and culturally enriching experience in beautiful Bhutan, this is the tour for you.

Trip Itinerary

Full Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival and sightseeing in Paro.

Day 02: travel to Thimphu and hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monistary. -05 hrs 2,320 m / 7,610 ft

Day 03: Go sightseeing in Thimphu

Day 04: Travel to Punakha. -03 hrs, 1,250 m / 4,100 ft

Day 05: Travel to Bumthang. -07 hrs 2,850 m / 9,350 ft

Day 06: Trek to Ngang Lhakhang. -03 hrs 2,895 m / 9,500 ft

Day 07: Trek to Ugyen Choling. -07 hrs 2,895 m / 9,500 ft

Day 08: Trek to Jakar. -02 hrs 2,745 m / 9,000 ft

Day 09: Go sightseeing in Jakar

Day 10: Travel to Wangdue.-06 hrs 1,240 m / 4,068 ft

Day 11: Travel to Paro. -04 hrs, 2,250 m / 7,382 ft

Day 12: Conclude the tour.