10 Days Cultural
Discovery Tour
Experience Bhutan’s monasteries, traditional arts, sacred valleys and living heritage on a thoughtfully paced journey created by local experts.
ENQUIRE ABOUT THIS TOUR →A Deeper Cultural Journey
Ten days of sacred places, traditional communities and meaningful encounters across Bhutan’s remarkable valleys.
This private cultural journey offers a deeper understanding of Bhutan’s history, spirituality and living traditions. Explore ancient dzongs, peaceful monasteries, traditional villages and important cultural landmarks.
Travel through dramatic mountain passes and forested valleys while discovering traditional arts, local markets, farmhouse life and the everyday customs that shape Bhutanese identity.
Your itinerary can be personalised according to your interests, travel dates, accommodation preference and preferred pace.
Moments That Define Bhutan
Sacred landmarks, Himalayan landscapes and meaningful local encounters across western Bhutan.
Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Walk through pine forest to Bhutan’s iconic cliffside monastery.
Punakha Dzong
Explore an architectural masterpiece where two rivers meet.
Dochula Pass
See 108 memorial chortens surrounded by Himalayan scenery.
Living Traditions
Experience temples, local markets, crafts and everyday Bhutanese life.
Valley Encounters
Meet welcoming communities across Bhutan’s western valleys.
Private Local Guidance
Travel with an experienced Bhutanese guide and professional driver.
Your Cultural Journey
Open each day to view the route, experiences and overnight destination.
DAY 01Arrival in Paro and Transfer to ThimphuApproximately 1–1.5 hours+
Meet your Evara Travel guide at Paro International Airport and begin the scenic journey to Bhutan’s capital.
- Airport welcome
- Scenic transfer
- Thimphu town walk
DAY 02Discover ThimphuCulture · Heritage · Local Life+
Visit Buddha Dordenma, the Memorial Chorten, traditional arts and crafts centres, the Takin Preserve and Tashichho Dzong.
- Buddha Dordenma
- Memorial Chorten
- Traditional arts
- Tashichho Dzong
DAY 03Thimphu to PunakhaVia Dochula Pass · Approximately 3 hours+
Cross Dochula Pass and see its 108 memorial chortens before continuing to Chimi Lhakhang and Punakha Valley.
- Dochula Pass
- Himalayan views
- Chimi Lhakhang
DAY 04Explore Punakha ValleyDzong · River · Villages+
Visit Punakha Dzong, cross the suspension bridge and explore the valley’s riverside scenery and traditional communities.
- Punakha Dzong
- Suspension bridge
- Village experience
DAY 05Punakha to PhobjikhaApproximately 3–4 hours+
Travel to Phobjikha Valley, visit Gangtey Monastery and walk through forests, countryside and traditional settlements.
- Gangtey Monastery
- Phobjikha Valley
- Nature trail
DAY 06Phobjikha to ParoApproximately 6–7 hours+
Return through Bhutan’s forested mountain landscapes, passing Dochula and Thimphu before arriving in Paro.
- Mountain scenery
- Valley viewpoints
- Arrival in Paro
DAY 07Haa Valley and Chele La PassFull-day cultural excursion+
Cross Chele La Pass and discover Haa Valley’s traditional villages, temples and peaceful rural landscapes.
- Chele La Pass
- Haa villages
- Traditional temples
DAY 08Cultural Exploration of ParoDzong · Museum · Temple+
Visit the National Museum, Rinpung Dzong, its traditional cantilever bridge and sacred Kyichu Lhakhang.
- National Museum
- Rinpung Dzong
- Kyichu Lhakhang
DAY 09Tiger’s Nest Monastery HikeModerate · Approximately 4–6 hours+
Walk through pine forest and prayer flags to Taktsang Monastery, Bhutan’s celebrated cliffside sanctuary.
- Tiger’s Nest
- Forest trail
- Sacred heritage
DAY 10Departure from ParoHotel → Paro International Airport+
Transfer to Paro International Airport with assistance from your Evara guide and driver.
- Breakfast
- Airport transfer
- Departure assistance
What Your Journey Includes
Your final quotation will clearly confirm every included service and applicable fee.
Included
- Selected accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Licensed Bhutanese guide
- Private vehicle and professional driver
- Airport transfers
- Listed sightseeing and activities
- Applicable monument entrance fees
- Drinking water during sightseeing
- Visa-processing assistance
- Evara Travel support
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal shopping and expenses
- Laundry and room services
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Optional hot-stone bath
- Hotel or room upgrades
- Unlisted services
Visa charges and Bhutan’s Sustainable Development Fee will be displayed separately in your confirmed quotation.
Local Knowledge.
Personal Care.
Bhutanese Travel Experts
Plan and travel with a locally based team that understands Bhutan deeply.
Private, Personalised Journeys
Your itinerary is shaped around your dates, interests and preferred pace.
Responsible Travel
Every experience respects Bhutan’s environment, heritage and communities.