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Central Bhutan Royal Heritage & Bumthang Expedition
Comprehensive 10-day expedition tracing the roots of Bhutan's Wangchuck Monarchy in Trongsa and Bumthang.
Destination
📍 Bhutan
Duration
⏱️ 10 Days / 9 Nights
Starting Price
Starting From ₹52,999 Onwards
Best Time To Visit
🗓️ September to November & March to May (Bumthang festivals occur in Autumn)
Assigned Vehicle
🚘 Toyota Innova / Fortuner / HiAce
About This Tour
Comprehensive 10-day expedition tracing the roots of Bhutan's Wangchuck Monarchy in Trongsa and Bumthang. Bumthang consists of four highland valleys and holds the most sacred Buddhist relics and earliest monasteries in the Himalayas.
Places Covered
📍 Trongsa Royal Dzong 📍 Kuenga Rabten Palace 📍 Bumthang 📍 Jakar Dzong 📍 Phobjikha 📍 Punakha 📍 Paro Taktsang
Day-Wise Itinerary
Day 1
Paro to Thimphu
Arrive in Paro. Transfer to Thimphu and visit Buddha Dordenma.
Route / Stops: Paro → Thimphu
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 2
Thimphu to Punakha via Dochula Pass
Cross Dochula Pass (3,100 m). Visit Punakha Dzong and suspension bridge.
Route / Stops: Thimphu → Punakha
Overnight: Punakha
Day 3
Punakha to Trongsa across Pele La Pass
Drive across Pele La Pass (3,420 m) into Central Bhutan. Visit majestic Trongsa Dzong and the Ta Dzong Tower of Trongsa museum.
Route / Stops: Punakha → Pele La → Trongsa (140 km / 5 hrs)
Overnight: Trongsa
Day 4
Phobjikha Valley Gangtey Stopover
Explore Phobjikha glacial valley before proceeding to Trongsa.
Route / Stops: Punakha → Phobjikha
Overnight: Phobjikha
Day 5
Trongsa to Bumthang over Yotong La Pass
Drive over Yotong La Pass (3,400 m) into Chhume Valley (famous for Yathra wool weaving). Arrive in Jakar, Bumthang.
Route / Stops: Trongsa → Yotong La → Bumthang (70 km / 2.5 hrs)
Overnight: Bumthang
Day 6
Sacred Temples of Bumthang (Kurjey, Jambay & Tamzhing)
Visit Kurjey Lhakhang (Guru Rinpoche's body print), 7th-century Jambay Lhakhang, Tamzhing monastery, and holy Mebar Tsho (Burning Lake).
Route / Stops: Choekhor Valley Sightseeing
Overnight: Bumthang
Day 7
Ura Valley Traditional Village Walk
Excursion to the stone-cobbled hamlet of Ura Valley across Shelthang La Pass.
Route / Stops: Bumthang → Ura Valley
Overnight: Bumthang
Day 8
Bumthang to Punakha / Wangdue Scenic Return
Scenic drive back westward through the Black Mountains to Punakha valley.
Route / Stops: Bumthang → Trongsa → Punakha (210 km / 7 hrs)
Overnight: Punakha
Day 9
Punakha to Paro & Tiger's Nest Hike
Drive to Paro. Early morning / afternoon hike to sacred Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest).
Route / Stops: Punakha → Paro (125 km / 4 hrs)
Overnight: Paro
Day 10
Paro Departure
Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure.
Route / Stops: Paro → Airport
Overnight: Departure
Package Inclusions & Exclusions
✓ Included in Package
- Dedicated Private High-Clearance SUV / Van
- Experienced Mountain Chauffeur
- All Central Bhutan Route Permits
- Fuel, Tolls & Airport Transfers
✕ Package Excludes
- Airfare
- Hotels
- SDF Fees
- Monument Entry Passes
Transport, Vehicle & Permit Notes
🚘 Assigned Vehicle: Toyota Innova / Fortuner / HiAce
📋 Important Notes & Permits: Internal domestic flights between Paro and Bumthang (Bathpalathang Airport) can also be arranged subject to airline schedule.
👥 Ideal For: Culture Seekers, History Buffs, Spiritual Pilgrims, Photographers
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