Bhutan East West Traverse

Bhutan East West Traverse

Exciting Journey from East to Western Bhutan

Trip Overview

cultural_tour Duration 15 Days
Easy Trip Level Easy
cultural_tour Trip Type Culture Tours
Activities Included Activities Included
Activities Included Culture Tours Activities Included Festival Tours Activities Included Discovery
best Best Months March, April, October, November

best Good Months January, February, May, December

best Lean Months September

best Not Recommended Months June, July, August

accommodations Accommodation Good hotels (3-4 star) with few clean Guest houses where there is no choice.
meals Meals All meals and evening tea is included
seasons Best Seasons Trips are scheduled at the best times.

Trip Highlights

    Overland Tour across Bhutan incorporating local festivals.

Trip Description

Bhutan East West Traverse presents an all-encompassing journey across Bhutan, capturing the essence of its nature, landscapes, and cultural richness through a comprehensive exploration.

Commencing from eastern Bhutan, you’re instantly transported to the lesser-visited, secluded portion of the country. Here, a world of remote villages and authentic connections with genuine individuals awaits. Gradually progressing westward, you’ll journey through the renowned central and western regions of Bhutan. These areas are celebrated for their breathtaking valleys, captivating landscapes, and iconic monuments.

The Bhutan East-West Traverse tour offers an immensely exciting journey that encapsulates the very essence of Bhutan. From its remote villages and nomadic lifestyles to encounters with local craftsmen, women weavers, visits to sacred sites, and exploration of iconic monuments, this journey immerses you deeply in the heart of Bhutan’s cultural tapestry.

Embarking from the plains of Assam, the tour navigates through foothills, sub-tropical jungles, and transitions into temperate and subalpine regions before descending into temperate valleys. Throughout this adventure, you’ll engage in an array of experiences, from delving into village life to witnessing vibrant festivals or impromptu local celebrations. You’ll observe traditional sports like archery, sample diverse local cuisines, and actively participate in the mutual exchange of learning and sharing personal stories.

Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Guwahati to Samdrup Jongkhar
Day 2: Drive and stay halfway at Wamrong Village (simple Guest House)
Day 3: Drive to Trashigang
Day 4:  In the highland village of Merak (Village Homestay)
Day 5: Return and stay in Radhi Village
Day 6: Drive  to Mongar
Day 7: Drive to Bumthang
Day 8: In Bumthang
Day 9: Drive to Gangtey, Phobjikha
Day 10: In Gangtey, Phobjikha
Day 11: Drive to Punakha
Day 12 & 13: In Thimphu
Day 14: Paro Valley Tour
Day 15:  In Paro (Hike to Tigers’s nest)
Day 16: Departure

Included

    • Bhutan Daily tourists fees & taxes
    • Bhutan Visa and Permits
    • Accommodations in listed or similar.
    • All meals in Bhutan.
    • Evening tea/snacks
    • All land transfers by good quality vehicle
    • Sightseeing with entrance fees
    • English Speaking Bhutanese Leader/Guide.
    • Bottled water and other complimentary services in the vehicle

Not included

    • Flights into Bhutan and out of Guwahati (listed separately)
    • Indian Visa.
    • Travel / Medical Insurance (recommended)
    • All other optional personal expenses such as Tips, Bars, Beverages, Telephone, Laundry, Gifts and other personal expenses.

Trip Map

Bhutan East West Traverse