Western BhutanPunakha Valley
Best October – April
Our home valley. Warm, green and calm, where two rivers meet below Bhutan's most beautiful dzong.
Central Bhutan
Bumthang Cultural Heartland
Four holy valleys with old temples, buckwheat fields, holy lakes and Bhutan's oldest pilgrim sites.
The valley
A closer look at Bumthang Cultural Heartland
Bumthang is the holy heart of Bhutan. Buddhism started here. The valleys are full of temples, small retreats and stories kept by local families.
Bumthang is best seen slowly. Visit fewer places, talk longer with people and spend evenings by a warm bukhari stove.
Highlights
- Jakar Dzong and Jambay Lhakhang
- Kurjey Lhakhang and Mebar Tsho, the burning lake
- Buckwheat and dairy farms in Choekhor
- Autumn temple festivals
- Best season
- March – May, September – November
- Region
- Central Bhutan
Continue exploring
Other regions of Bhutan
Western Bhutan
Western BhutanThimphu City
Best March – May, September – November
A calm, small capital city. Old temples, new Bhutanese design and lots of local crafts.
Western BhutanParo Valley
Best March – May, September – November
The door to Bhutan, and the way up to Tiger's Nest monastery on its high cliff.
Plan your journey
Let us plan your Bhutan trip
Tell us your dates, your pace and what you want from Bhutan. Our Punakha team will build a day-by-day plan for you.