Kathmandu
Morning arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport at Kathmandu. Meet, assist at the airport then transfer to the Hotel. Briefing on tour itinerary. Afternoon sightseeing of Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath. Overnight.
Bhutan · Programme me · 11 Days
Kathmandu & Bhutan with Bumthang
The western valleys and then Bumthang in central Bhutan — the birthplace of Bhutanese Buddhism — with Taktsang, Thimphu, Punakha and Dochula on the way. Ten nights, three valleys, and the mountain flights in and out of Paro.
11 days
Programme 04
Overview
The western valleys and then Bumthang in central Bhutan — the birthplace of Bhutanese Buddhism — with Taktsang, Thimphu, Punakha and Dochula on the way. Ten nights, three valleys, and the mountain flights in and out of Paro.
10 nights / 11 days as documented in your programme sheet, beginning and ending with airport transfers at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. The days below reproduce your itinerary word for word; we then confirm hotels, flight times, guides and entry fees in writing before you travel.
DifficultyEasy–Moderate
CountryBhutan
PriceOn Request
Duration11 Days
Overnights10 Nights
Starts & endsKathmandu (TIA)
RouteKathmandu – Paro – Thimphu – Punakha – Bumthang – Taktsang Hike
Highest point3,100 m
ProgrammeBhutan programme 04 as documented
At a glance
Day by Day
Detailed Itinerary
Kathmandu
Morning sightseeing of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Afternoon Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath.
Kathmandu – Paro (1 hr flight) – Thimphu (65 KM/ 1 hr)
Morning fly to Paro, you will be received by our representative. Afternoon drive to Thimphu. Check into hotel. Afternoon visit to National Museum (Ta – Dzong), Ringpung Dzong, after lunch drive to Thimphu and check into the hotel. In the evening visit Tashi Choedzong. Overnight.
Thimphu – Punakha (77 KM/ 3 hrs)
Morning drive to Punakha . On the way, stop at Dochula pass (3100 m) to view the most beautiful view of the entire Eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges. Besides, you will also get to see the 108 Miniature Stupas at Dochula Pass. On reaching Punakha visit the Punakha Dzong. Afternoon visit Chimi Lhakhang and Wangdue Bajo Town. Overnight.
Punakha – Bumthang (212 KM/ 8 hrs)
Morning drive to Bumthang Via Trongsa Dzong. The journey takes about 5 hrs and is over one of the most scenically beautiful routes in Bhutan. Check in at the Hotel. Visit the historical Jakar Dzong. Visit several ancient and important monasteries such as, Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Kencho Sum Lhakhang, Tamshing and Pema Samba Lhakhang. Overnight.
Bumthang
Morning drive to Tang valley and take a hike to the Ugyen choling Palace which is now converted into a museum. On the way back, also visit the Bumthang sheep farm. Also visit the Bumthang Swiss farm and the Member Tso “ The flaming Lake ” which is considered one of the most important pilgrimage spots.
Bumthang – Punakha (212 KM/ 8 hrs)
Morning drive to Wangdue. On the way visit Gangtey. Gangtey is a beautiful place situated at an altitude of 3000m. From Gangtey, one can closely view the picturesque black mountain ranges as well as the beautiful Phobjikha valley which is one of the biggest and the most beautiful valleys in the country. During winters, we can also see the famous Black Necked Cranes there. Drive further to Punakha. Overnight.
Punakha – Thimphu – Paro (142 KM/ 4 hrs)
Morning drive to Thimphu. After lunch Drive up to the BBS tower view point and enjoy the stunning view of the entire Thimphu town. On the drive back, stop at the mini takin zoo (Takin is the national animal of Bhutan). Visit Handicraft emporium, Memorial Chorten, Largest statue at Kuenselphodrang. Then drive back to Paro. Overnight.
Taktsang Hike
Morning visit to (short trek) Taktsang Monastery (10 kms) from Paro Town. On the way back visit Kyichu Lhakhang. In the evening stroll around Paro Town. Overnight.
Paro – Kathmandu (1 hr)
Morning fly back to Kathmandu. Afternoon Patan Durbar Square and Golden Temple. Evening Farewell Nepalese dinner with culture dance.
Kathmandu
On time departure transfer to the airport.
Good to know
Package Details
Includes:
- Airport meet, assist and all transfers named in the day-by-day plan
- Hotels for every overnight listed, with the sightseeing, monasteries and entries named each day
- English-speaking guide for the Valley days and, in Bhutan and Tibet, the licensed guide your government requires
- Bhutan visa clearance and road permits through our licensed Bhutanese partner
Excludes:
- Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) — US$100 per guest per night, shown as its own line in your quote
- International flights into and out of Kathmandu
- Lunches and dinners unless the day lists them, drinks, tips and laundry
- Visas, permits and entry fees unless listed
- Travel insurance
Price fromOn requestquoted per person · double occupancy
Bhutan programme 04 — the final figure depends on:
- Travel season and festival dates
- Hotel class and room type
- Group size — private tables unlock per-head savings
- Flights, visas and permits where your sheet lists them
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