bumdra trek

Welcome to Bhutan, the land of the Thunder Dragon! Our delightful guide will receive you just outside the arrival hall at the airport. Fun-fact, you are 2200m above sea levels! Take your time to acclimatised to the higher altitude as we take a 1-1.5 hours drive down to Thimphu city in your private & comfortable vehicle. After settling in the hotel, we will then embark on a breezy journey to uncover the mysteries of Bhutan.

Simply Bhutan - This museum gives you a glimpse of the traditional Bhutanese lifestyle in addition to viewing artefacts from rural households.

National Memorial Chorten - Watch the eldery circumbulate around the memorial stupa which was consecrated on July 28 1074, in memory of our Third King. Take in the intricate paintings and sculptures as you explore the surroundings.

Buddha Point - The massive 51.5m tall bronze statue of Buddha Dordenma sits atop the hill overlooking Thimphu city. It is one of the largest sitting Buddha in the world. The Buddha Dordenma symbolises indestructibility, and is said to emnate peace and happiness to the world.

Post Office - Take a quick stop to the post office to immortalise your picture into an actual stamp. Keep it as a memory of your trip or post yourself a snail mail to have something to reminisce about when it reaches you.

After a relaxing rest in the hotel, we will start the day bright and early with a scenic drive to Punakha (approx 2-3 hours)

Dochula Pass - At an elevation of 3,100m, this stunning pass located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu is unmissable! Enjoy a panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain range as you breathe in the fresh crisp air in the morning.

Chhimi Lhakhang - Widely known as the fertility temple, this monastery was constructed in 1499 and is dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kunley, the "Divine Madman". Famous for his risqué behaviour, you will see essence of his influence as you hike up to the temple. Murals of phalluses adorn the walls and doors of the homes of locals. The route to Chimi Lhakhang is a beautiful one as it meanders through terraces of paddy fields.

Punakha Dzong - The majestic Dzong sits picturesquely between Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers. Built in 1637, the Dzong is one of the second largest & second oldest in Bhutan. It was damaged by four fires and an earthquake and was fully restored in recent years by the 4th King. It is now a winter home of Je Khenpo, head abbot of Bhutan, alongside the entourage of 1000 monks. We will also take a stroll down the longest suspension bridge nearby the Dzong.

After a delicious breakfast at the homestay or hotel of your choice, we will drive to base of Khamsun Yuelley for an invigorating hike.

Khamsum Yuelly Namgyal Chorten - Fabled to be built as a protection for Bhutan & to bring peace across the world. It was built in 1991 and took almost 9 years to complete.

Nalanda Buddhist College - Known to be one of the most religious place in Bhutan, Nalanda was founded in 1957 by 9th Je Khenpo Shakya Rinchen. He was considered to be the reincarnation of Rechungpa, one of the two disciples of Milarapa of Kagyu Buddhist Lineage.

Alternatively, for the adventure seekers, you can opt for rafting (at your own expense) across the Punakha river.

Take a scenic drive down from Punakha to Paro (approx 3-4 hours). A visit to Bhutan is incomplete without a road trip like this! In between, there will be pit stops to stretch your legs and take stunning photographs.

In Paro, we will visit Rinpung Dzong before calling it a day.

The car will take you to Sangchoekhor, a monastery in Paro. From there you will hike 4-5hours to Bumdrak where you will camp in front of the impressive cliff on a meadow. At the top, you will be rewarded by commanding views south over Paro and northwards to the snow-capped Himalayas.

Your guide can still show you a sky burial ground should time permits.

We will be staying at the campsite in Bumdrak which will offer unimpeded views of the Himalayan range. Be awestruck by the sun set & sunrise when you are literally perched on the top of the world!

After a hearty breakfast, we can hoist some prayer flags whilst taking in the last few moments on the top of the world. After, we will start your descent down to the famed Tiger’s Nest in the early morning to catch the crisp fresh air.

Tiger’s Nest - Perched precariously on the side of the mountain, Tiger's Nest is one of the must-visit spots in Bhutan.

According to folklore, the Guru Rinpoche flew to this location from Tibet on the back of a tigress and meditated in one of the caves before emerging in eight manifestations. The hike up to Tiger's Nest is spiritual, peaceful and filled with a sense of achievement.

Paro Market - Visit Paro town for some shopping or stroll around to see how local Bhutanese live their lives.

Hot Stone Bath - Experience the ancient tradition of Bhutan by indulging in our traditional Hot Stone Bath (at your own expense). It's the best way to wind down and relax those muscles after an ardous hike up to Tiger's Nest.

Bid a fond farewell to our beautiful Himalayan country. Our caring guide will be there to receive you at the hotel and send you safely to the airport.

We hope that Bhutan will touch your heart and leave you with beautiful memories to reminisce about. We look forward to seeing you again. Tashi Delek!