This is probably one of the best Bhutan trip that offers the best of Bhutan cultural sightseeing points including the sacred valley of Bumthang as well as look into rural Bumthang.
The trek passes through several villages and provides an exceptional opportunity to interact with local folks. Spectacular mountain scenery, remote and dramatic monasteries and pristine Himalayan culture is all included in this beautiful trek.
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DAYS
ITINERARY for Bumthang Cultural Trek in Bhutan
Day 01
ARRIVE BHUTAN
Fly Kathmandu/Bangkok to Paro, Bhutan. Visit Museum and Paro Town. Afternoon drive to Thimpu. Hotel. Flights are also available from Kathmandu and New Delhi.
Day 02
THIMPU SIGHTSEEING
Full day sightseeing in Thimpu. Hotel.
Day 03
THIMPU - TRONGSA
Drive Thimpu to Trongsa. Hotel.
Day 04
TRONGSA - BUMTHANG
Drive Trongsa to Bumthang. Hotel.
Day 05
BUMTHANG VALLEY SIGHTSEEING
Full day sightseeing of Bumthang valley. Hotel.
Day 06-08
BUMTHANG CULTURAL TREKKING
Start trek to Nanglakhang. Continue trek to Ugencholing. End trek at Mambertsho Lake. Drive to Jakar. Camps/Hotel.
Day 09
BUMTHANG - PUNAKHA
Drive Bumthang to Pukakha. Hotel.
Day 10
THIMPU - PARO
Drive to Thimpu and Paro. Hotel.
Day 11
PARO SIGHTSEEING
Paro valley sightseeing and hike to Taksang - Tiger's Nest. Hotel.
Day 12
DEPARTURE FROM BHUTAN
Fly from Paro to Bangkok, Kathmandu or New Delhi.
End of Bumthang valley cultural trek in Bhutan.
Climate (General): Days are normally warm. Nights can at times be cold and in winter even below the freezing point. Monsoons shower in summer (heaviest July & August) and sometimes even in spring and autumn.
What to Bring:
Strong and comfortable trekking boots, sunglasses, a lot of spare vests and socks, headgear raincoat & warm clothing for the evenings.
Recommendations:
Moderate fitness is required. Few weeks training is advised.
It is also possible to combine tour and trek. E-mail or fax us for detailed itineraries, costs or other pre-departure information.
