Bhutan & Himalayan Trails
Deeper into the dragon kingdom.
The journey
Eight days across Bhutan including the Bumthang valleys — the country's spiritual heartland — alongside Tiger's Nest, Punakha and the high passes.
What makes it special
Bumthang valleys
Bhutan's spiritual centre.
Tiger's Nest
The cliff monastery, unhurried.
Three high passes
Dochula, Pelela and Yotongla.
Festival timing available
Tsechu dates on request.
Day by day
A guide to the rhythm — every day flexes to your pace.
Day 1
Day 1: Arrive Paro
Met and driven to Thimphu.
Day 2
Day 2: Thimphu
Buddha Dordenma, Tashichho Dzong and the weekend market.
Day 3
Day 3: To Punakha
Dochula Pass, Punakha Dzong and the suspension bridge.
Day 4
Day 4: To Bumthang
Over Pelela and Yotongla passes into the central valleys.
Day 5
Day 5: Bumthang
Jakar Dzong, Kurjey and Jambay Lhakhang temples.
Day 6
Day 6: Back towards Paro
The long drive west with valley stops.
Day 7
Day 7: Tiger's Nest
The climb to Taktsang and a final Paro evening.
Day 8
Day 8: Fly out
Transfer to the airport.
What’s included
- Handpicked stays throughout, on twin-sharing
- Daily breakfast (and dinner where noted)
- Private air-conditioned transfers and sightseeing
- All entry tickets and activities listed in the itinerary
- Visa assistance and travel-insurance guidance
- A dedicated Suburban trip planner on call
Not included
- Airfare unless quoted separately
- Visa fees and travel insurance premium
- Lunches, dinners and personal expenses
- Anything not listed under inclusions
A glimpse
Good to know
Is this a fixed package or can we change it?
Every itinerary here is a starting point. Tell us your dates, pace and interests and we reshape it entirely around you.
Do you arrange flights and visa?
Yes. We book flights ex-Kochi, Trivandrum or Calicut and handle the visa paperwork end to end.
Why is no price shown?
Fares and hotel rates move constantly. We quote exactly against your dates and party size.
This package is a ready-made starting point for our Festival Trails signature journey — read how we shape the full experience.

