Venture beyond the classic tourist trail and explore Eastern Bhutan, where ancient traditions, untouched landscapes, and vibrant local cultures thrive. This journey takes you from Paro and Thimphu all the way to Mongar, Trashigang, and Trashiyangtse, offering an unforgettable glimpse into Bhutan’s most authentic regions.
Day 1: Arrival in Paro – Transfer to Thimphu
Meet your guide at Paro Airport.
Scenic drive to Thimphu.
Explore evening markets.
Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing
Visit Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, and Tashichho Dzong.
Explore the Textile Museum and Folk Heritage Museum.
Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 3: Thimphu → Trongsa
Scenic drive via Dochula Pass and Pelela Pass.
Stop at Chendebji Chorten.
Visit Trongsa Dzong, Bhutan’s largest fortress.
Overnight in Trongsa.
Day 4: Trongsa → Bumthang
Short drive to Bumthang (2 hrs).
Visit Jakar Dzong, Kurjey Lhakhang, and Tamshing Monastery.
Overnight in Bumthang.
Day 5: Bumthang Exploration
Visit Mebar Tsho (Burning Lake).
Sample local cheese & Red Panda beer.
Cultural evening program.
Overnight in Bumthang.
Day 6: Bumthang → Mongar
Long scenic drive across Thrumshingla Pass (3,800m).
Visit Mongar Dzong.
Overnight in Mongar.
Day 7: Mongar → Trashigang
Drive east through lush valleys and villages.
Visit Trashigang Dzong, perched dramatically on a hill.
Overnight in Trashigang.
Day 8: Trashigang Excursion to Khaling & Rangjung
Visit Khaling National Handloom Development Centre.
Explore Rangjung Monastery.
Overnight in Trashigang.
Day 9: Trashigang → Trashiyangtse (Excursion)
Drive to Trashiyangtse.
Visit the famous Chorten Kora and traditional paper-making center.
Return to Trashigang for overnight.
Day 10: Trashigang → Samdrup Jongkhar
Drive south through remote villages.
Overnight in Samdrup Jongkhar (border town).
Day 11: Samdrup Jongkhar → Guwahati, India (Optional Exit)
Drive across the border into India for onward flights
Day 12: Departure from Guwahati
End of tour with warm Bhutanese farewell.