Drive: Paro to Thimphu – approx. 1.5 hours
Highest Altitude: 2,320 m (Paro)

Arrival at Paro International Airport and traditional welcome by Druk Peaceful Travels. Visit Kyichu Lhakhang. Drive to Thimphu and check into the hotel. Evening at leisure to explore Thimphu town. Overnight in Thimphu.

Visit Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Lhakhang and Tashichho Dzong. Explore the Folk Heritage Museum and National Textile Museum. Free time in the evening for shopping or relaxation. Overnight in Thimphu.

Drive: approx. 3–4 hours
Highest Altitude: 3,100 m (Dochula Pass)

Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass. Stop at the Druk Wangyal Chortens and visit Druk Wangyal Monastery. Continue to Punakha valley and walk to Chimi Lhakhang. Overnight in Punakha.

Sightseeing Duration: approx. 5–6 hours
Highest Altitude: 1,600 m (Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten)

Visit Punakha Dzong. Walk across the Punatshangchhu Suspension Bridge. Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten and visit nearby villages. Overnight in Punakha.

Drive: approx. 6–7 hours
Highest Altitude: 1,300 m (Punakha)

Drive from Punakha to Gelephu, descending into the subtropical lowlands of southern Bhutan. Observe changing landscapes and vegetation. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Gelephu.

Sightseeing Duration: approx. 4–5 hours
Highest Altitude: 300 m (Gelephu)

Explore Gelephu town and local markets. Enjoy nature walks and experience southern Bhutanese lifestyle. Optional bird watching. Overnight in Gelephu.

Drive: approx. 6–7 hours
Highest Altitude: 2,100 m (Zhemgang)

Drive through forested hills and wildlife corridors to Zhemgang. Visit Zhemgang Dzong and experience the Kheng culture. Village interaction and cultural immersion. Overnight in Zhemgang.

Drive: approx. 4–5 hours
Highest Altitude: 2,200 m (Trongsa)

Drive to Trongsa through scenic mountain roads. Visit Trongsa Dzong and Ta Dzong, the Royal Heritage Museum. Overnight in Trongsa.

Drive: approx. 3–4 hours
Highest Altitude: 3,400 m (Yotong La Pass)

Drive to Bumthang via Yotong La Pass. Arrive in Bumthang valley and visit Jakar Dzong. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Bumthang.

Sightseeing Duration: approx. 5–6 hours
Highest Altitude: 2,800 m (Bumthang Valley)

Visit Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang and Tamshing Monastery. Learn about Bumthang’s spiritual heritage. Overnight in Bumthang.

Day 12: Bumthang – MongarSightseeing Duration: approx. 4–5 hours
Highest Altitude: 2,600 m (Mebar Tsho)

Visit Mebar Tsho (Burning Lake) and nearby villages. Optional traditional farmhouse experience. Leisure evening. Overnight in Bumthang.

Drive: approx. 6–7 hours
Highest Altitude: 3,750 m (Thrumshing La Pass)

Drive eastward via Thrumshing La Pass, one of Bhutan’s highest motorable passes. Scenic stops en route. Visit Mongar Dzong. Overnight in Mongar.

Drive: approx. 3 hours
Highest Altitude: 1,200 m (Trashigang)

Drive to Trashigang. Visit Trashigang Dzong overlooking the Gamri River. Explore Trashigang town. Overnight in Trashigang.

Drive: approx. 1.5 hours (round trip)
Highest Altitude: 1,800 m (Radhi Village)

Excursion to Radhi Village, known as the rice bowl of eastern Bhutan. Village walk and interaction with local farmers. Return to Trashigang. Overnight in Trashigang.

Sightseeing Duration: approx. 4–5 hours
Highest Altitude: 1,200 m (Trashigang)

Visit local monasteries, markets and cultural sites. Learn about eastern Bhutanese traditions. Free time in the evening. Overnight in Trashigang.

Drive: approx. 1.5 hours
Highest Altitude: 2,700 m (Yonphula)

Drive to Yonphula. Visit Yonphula Monastery and enjoy views of surrounding valleys. Overnight in Yonphula.

Flight Duration: approx. 50 minutes
Highest Altitude: Approx. 4,000 m (flight path)

Scenic domestic flight from Yonphula to Paro. Transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Paro.

Sightseeing Duration: approx. 5 hours
Highest Altitude: 2,280 m (Paro)

Visit Rinpung Dzong, traditional wooden bridge and National Museum. Explore Paro town. Overnight in Paro.

Hike Duration: approx. 5–6 hours
Highest Altitude: 3,120 m (Taktsang Monastery)

Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest). Return to Paro after the hike. Overnight in Paro.

Activity Duration: Flexible
Highest Altitude: 2,280 m (Paro)

Free day for relaxation, shopping or optional excursions. Evening farewell dinner. Overnight in Paro.

Transfer: approx. 15 minutes
Highest Altitude: 2,280 m (Paro Airport)

Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure. End of services by Druk Peaceful Travels.