The Bumthang Cutural Trek explores the highlights of the Bumthang valley, the religious heartland of Bhutan, and home to some of its oldest Buddhist temples and monasteries. This gentle three-day trek passes through several villages on its route through Bumthang’s countryside of meadows, blue pine forests and mountains of scrub bamboo. It is perfect for the average trekker who wants to enjoy breathtaking mountainous views, visit remote sacred sites and meet with locals. It is especially recommended for lovers of nature. This trek also features a cultural tour through the beautiful western valleys of Paro, Thimphu and Punakha.

Season: This trek is recommended from March to May and then again from September to November.

Brief Itinerary

DAY 01: ARRIVE PARO – THIMPHU

DAY 02: THIMPHU

DAY 03: THIMPHU – TRONGSA

DAY 04: TRONGSA – BUMTHANG

DAY 05: BUMTHANG – NGANG LHAKHANG (4hrs)

DAY 06: NANG L’HANG – UGYENCHOLING (8hrs)

DAY 07: UGYENCHOLING – BUMTHANG (4 hrs)

DAY 08: BUMTHANG – PUNAKHA

DAY 09: PUNAKHA – PARO

DAY 10: PARO

DAY 11:DEPART PARO