16 Days East to West
Bhutan Journey
Travel across Bhutan from its remote eastern valleys to the cultural heartland and iconic landscapes of western Bhutan, discovering villages, monasteries and mountain passes along the way.
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Across the Kingdom, One Valley at a Time
The 16 Days East to West Bhutan Journey reveals the remarkable diversity of the kingdom, from the remote communities of eastern Bhutan to its central spiritual heartland and celebrated western valleys.
Begin with a journey to Trashigang before exploring Trashiyangtse, Mongar and Lhuentse. Continue across dramatic mountain passes into Bumthang, Trongsa and the protected glacial landscape of Phobjikha.
The journey concludes through Punakha, Thimphu and Paro, including an unforgettable hike to the sacred Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
Experiences Across Bhutan
Encounter remote communities, sacred heartlands, protected valleys and remarkable architecture from east to west.
Eastern Bhutan
Explore Trashigang, Trashiyangtse and the distinctive traditions of Bhutan’s less-visited eastern valleys.
Lhuentse Valley
Discover ancestral heritage, traditional weaving communities and dramatic river landscapes.
Bumthang Heartland
Visit ancient temples, sacred monasteries and forested valleys central to Bhutan’s spiritual history.
Trongsa Heritage
Explore Bhutan’s strategically positioned ancestral fortress and its commanding mountain setting.
Phobjikha Valley
Walk through the protected glacial valley, traditional settlements and black-necked crane habitat.
Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Complete the cross-country journey with Bhutan’s most celebrated pilgrimage hike.
Your Journey Across Bhutan
Open each day to view the route, experiences and overnight destination.
DAY 01 Arrival in Paro Welcome to Bhutan +
Meet your Evara Travel guide at Paro International Airport and begin your introduction to Bhutan.
- Airport welcome
- Hotel transfer
- Paro town orientation
- Tour briefing
DAY 02 Paro to Trashigang Domestic Flight to Yonphula · Subject to Schedule +
Take a scenic domestic flight to Yonphula in eastern Bhutan and continue by road to Trashigang.
- Domestic flight to Yonphula
- Eastern Himalayan views
- Transfer to Trashigang
- Trashigang town walk
DAY 03 Explore Trashigang and Surrounding Villages Culture · Villages · Eastern Bhutan +
Explore Trashigang Dzong and travel into the surrounding countryside to experience eastern Bhutanese village life.
- Trashigang Dzong
- Rangjung village
- Radhi weaving community
- Traditional eastern villages
DAY 04 Trashigang to Trashiyangtse Approximately 3–4 hours +
Travel to the quiet valley of Trashiyangtse, known for sacred monuments, traditional craftsmanship and birdlife.
- Gom Kora
- Chorten Kora
- Traditional woodcraft
- Trashiyangtse valley exploration
DAY 05 Trashiyangtse to Mongar Approximately 5–6 hours +
Journey through eastern Bhutan’s forested valleys and mountain roads towards Mongar.
- Eastern mountain landscapes
- Village and river views
- Mongar town walk
- Mongar Dzong
DAY 06 Lhuentse Valley Excursion Full-Day Cultural Journey +
Travel into remote Lhuentse, renowned for ancestral heritage, dramatic landscapes and traditional weaving.
- Lhuentse Dzong
- Khoma weaving village
- Kishuthara textile traditions
- Remote village landscapes
DAY 07 Mongar to Bumthang Approximately 7–8 hours +
Cross dramatic mountain passes and changing ecological zones on the long but spectacular drive to Bumthang.
- Thrumshing La Pass
- High-altitude forests
- Ura Valley views
- Arrival in Bumthang
DAY 08 Bumthang Sacred Sites Temples · Forests · Spiritual Heritage +
Explore Bumthang’s sacred temples, monasteries and peaceful riverside landscapes.
- Jambay Lhakhang
- Kurjey Lhakhang
- Tamshing Monastery
- Riverside nature walk
DAY 09 Ura Valley Exploration Village · Nature · Local Traditions +
Visit Ura Valley, known for clustered traditional houses, open landscapes and a distinctive rural culture.
- Ura mountain pass
- Traditional Ura village
- Ura Lhakhang
- Farm and village encounters
DAY 10 Bumthang to Trongsa Approximately 3–4 hours +
Travel across Yotong La Pass to Trongsa, historically important to Bhutan’s unification and monarchy.
- Yotong La Pass
- Trongsa viewpoint
- Trongsa Dzong
- Ta Dzong Museum
DAY 11 Trongsa to Phobjikha Valley Approximately 4–5 hours +
Continue west through forested mountain scenery into the protected glacial landscape of Phobjikha.
- Mountain and forest drive
- Gangtey Monastery
- Phobjikha Valley views
- Traditional settlements
DAY 12 Phobjikha Exploration and Drive to Punakha Nature Trail · Approximately 3–4 hours’ drive +
Walk through the protected valley before continuing towards the subtropical landscapes of Punakha.
- Gangtey Nature Trail
- Black-necked crane habitat
- Village landscapes
- Drive to Punakha
DAY 13 Punakha Exploration and Drive to Thimphu Via Dochula Pass +
Visit Punakha’s celebrated landmarks before crossing Dochula Pass towards Bhutan’s capital.
- Punakha Dzong
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Dochula Pass
- 108 memorial chortens
DAY 14 Thimphu Exploration and Drive to Paro Culture · Capital City · Valley Drive +
Discover selected highlights of Thimphu before returning through the river valleys to Paro.
- Buddha Dordenma
- Memorial Chorten
- Motithang Takin Preserve
- Tashichho Dzong
- Drive to Paro
DAY 15 Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike Moderate · Approximately 4–6 hours +
Hike through pine forest to Taktsang Monastery, dramatically positioned on a cliff above Paro Valley.
- Tiger’s Nest Monastery
- Pine forest trail
- Mountain viewpoints
- Kyichu Lhakhang, subject to time
- Optional traditional hot-stone bath
DAY 16 Departure from Paro Hotel → Paro International Airport +
Transfer to Paro International Airport with assistance from your Evara Travel guide and driver.
- Breakfast
- Private airport transfer
- Departure assistance
- Farewell from Evara Travel
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.
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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.