8 Days Hidden
Valleys of Bhutan
Journey beyond Bhutan’s familiar landmarks into peaceful glacial valleys, traditional villages, forested mountain passes and the remote beauty of Haa and Phobjikha.
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Discover Bhutan Beyond the Familiar
The 8 Days Hidden Valleys of Bhutan journey is created for travellers who want to experience the country’s celebrated landmarks and its quieter, less-travelled landscapes.
Travel from Thimphu and Punakha into the protected glacial valley of Phobjikha, where forest trails, traditional villages and rich wildlife create a deeply peaceful environment.
Continue to remote Haa Valley across the spectacular Chele La mountain pass before completing your journey with the iconic hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
Experiences Along the Way
Explore Bhutan’s protected valleys, mountain passes, sacred landmarks and traditional rural communities.
Dochula Mountain Pass
See 108 memorial chortens and enjoy wide Himalayan views surrounded by peaceful mountain forests.
Punakha Valley
Discover rivers, rice fields, traditional villages and Bhutan’s magnificent Punakha Dzong.
Phobjikha Valley
Explore Bhutan’s celebrated glacial valley and the winter habitat of rare black-necked cranes.
Gangtey Nature Trail
Walk through blue-pine forests, open countryside and traditional settlements above the valley floor.
Hidden Haa Valley
Experience one of western Bhutan’s least-visited valleys, known for its villages and alpine scenery.
Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Complete your journey with the memorable forest hike to Bhutan’s sacred cliffside monastery.
Your Hidden Valleys Journey
Open each day to view the route, experiences and overnight destination.
DAY 01 Arrival in Paro and Transfer to Thimphu Approximately 1–1.5 hours +
Meet your Evara Travel guide at Paro International Airport and begin the scenic drive through the Paro and Thimphu valleys to Bhutan’s capital.
- Airport welcome
- Scenic valley transfer
- Tamchog Lhakhang viewpoint
- Evening Thimphu town walk
DAY 02 Discover Thimphu Culture · Nature · Local Life +
Explore Bhutan’s capital through sacred monuments, traditional institutions, local life and panoramic views across the Thimphu Valley.
- Buddha Dordenma
- Motithang Takin Preserve
- Memorial Chorten
- Traditional arts and crafts
- Tashichho Dzong
DAY 03 Thimphu to Punakha Via Dochula Pass · Approximately 3 hours +
Cross Dochula Pass and continue into the warm, fertile Punakha Valley. Walk through rural scenery to one of Bhutan’s most distinctive temples.
- Dochula Pass
- 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens
- Himalayan viewpoints
- Chimi Lhakhang countryside walk
DAY 04 Punakha Exploration and Drive to Phobjikha Approximately 3–4 hours +
Visit Punakha’s celebrated landmarks before travelling into the mountains towards the protected glacial landscape of Phobjikha Valley.
- Punakha Dzong
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Forested mountain drive
- Arrival in Phobjikha Valley
DAY 05 Phobjikha Exploration and Drive to Paro Nature Trail · Approximately 5–6 hours’ drive +
Begin with a peaceful exploration of Phobjikha before travelling through forests and mountain valleys back towards Paro.
- Gangtey Monastery
- Gangtey Nature Trail
- Black-necked crane habitat
- Traditional village landscapes
- Scenic drive to Paro
DAY 06 Haa Valley via Chele La Pass Full-Day Excursion +
Cross the high Chele La mountain pass into remote Haa Valley. Explore traditional villages, alpine scenery and the valley’s quiet cultural landmarks.
- Chele La Pass
- Himalayan and alpine scenery
- Lhakhang Karpo and Lhakhang Nagpo
- Traditional Haa villages
- Local farmhouse experience
DAY 07 Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike Moderate · Approximately 4–6 hours +
Hike through fragrant pine forest and colourful prayer flags to Taktsang Monastery, Bhutan’s iconic cliffside sanctuary above Paro Valley.
- Tiger’s Nest Monastery
- Pine forest trail
- Viewpoint cafeteria
- Kyichu Lhakhang, subject to time
- Optional traditional hot-stone bath
DAY 08 Departure from Paro Hotel → Paro International Airport +
Transfer to Paro International Airport with assistance from your Evara Travel guide and driver for your onward journey.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Private airport transfer
- Departure assistance
- Farewell from the Evara Travel team
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.
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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.