10-Day Ura Matsutake Mushroom Festival

Arrive at Paro International Airport and meet your guide. Drive to Thimphu and check into your hotel to acclimatize.

Enjoy your first taste of Bhutanese cuisine, then explore light sightseeing, including the Heritage Museum, Thimphu Dzong, and the National Memorial Chorten. Relax and soak in the serene capital surroundings.

Travel to Punakha via Dochula Pass (3,100m), with 108 memorial chortens and panoramic Himalayan views.

Visit Punakha Dzong, the winter residence of Bhutan’s central monastic body, and admire its architecture at the confluence of two rivers. Walk to Chhimi Lhakhang, a hilltop fertility temple, and experience Punakha’s tranquil landscapes and local village culture.

Journey through Wangdue Phodrang, known for bamboo crafts and slate carvings, and admire Wangdue Phodrang Dzong perched above the rivers.

Arrive in Bumthang and hike to Tamshing Goemba, founded by Pema Lingpa. Visit Kurjey Lhakhang, housing Guru Rinpoche’s body imprint, and Jambay Lhakhang, built to subdue a demoness, rich in architecture and legends.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant Matsutake Festival in Ura Valley.

Join villagers in mushroom-picking excursions, savor traditional dishes, and participate in local dances and songs. Explore local crafts, including textiles and bamboo products, and engage with the community for a perfect blend of gastronomy, nature, and folklore.

Drive to Gangtey, passing through Trongsa, the historic royal town.

Explore Trongsa Dzong, perched strategically over the Mangde Chu Valley, and Taa Dzong Heritage Museum. Arrive in Phobjikha Valley, home to the Black-necked Cranes, and admire rolling hills, serene villages, and pristine landscapes.

Return to Thimphu and visit the Textile Museum to explore Bhutanese weaving traditions.

Discover Tashichhodzong, the largest dzong and seat of the King’s office. Visit the Paper-Making Factory and Semtokha Dzong. Enjoy scenic drives and soak in the rich cultural and historical heritage of the capital.

Travel to Paro Valley and visit Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong) and Ta Dzong, the National Museum.

Admire antique thangkas, textiles, and artifacts. Experience the valley’s scenic beauty and Bhutanese cultural richness, learning about traditions, architecture, and heritage.

Drive across Chele La Pass (3,988m) with panoramic views of Paro and Haa Valleys.

Stop for a picnic and continue to Haa Valley, exploring Katsho village and Katsho Lhakhang. Experience one of Bhutan’s least visited valleys, returning to Paro for an overnight stay.

Visit Drukgyal Dzong ruins and hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), perched 900 meters above the valley.

After lunch, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples. Reflect on Bhutan’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage amid stunning Himalayan landscapes.

After breakfast, transfer to Paro International Airport for your onward flight.

Depart with cherished memories of festivals, valleys, dzongs, and Bhutanese hospitality. Carry the scenic beauty, spiritual experiences, and cultural encounters with you, leaving the Land of the Thunder Dragon with unforgettable stories.