The Land of Thunder Dragons, Bhutan secures a picturesque location on the Mighty Himalayas’ eastern ridge. Noted for its mountainous landscapes, dzong-style monasteries, vivid valleys, cultural ardor, and biodiversity, Bhutan is the first country in the world that has become carbon-negative, covered with more than 70% of forests.
Depending on how many places you’re visiting, you can go for a 3-D, 5-D, 7-D trip to the Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan. You might book a low-cost India to Bhutan tour package, covering transport, hotel booking, outdoor sightseeing, and recreational activities like trekking, hiking, fishing, archery, paragliding, white water rafting, kayaking, hot springs.
In this blog, there are four stunning locations in Bhutan shared, where you can plan your holiday stay:
1. Haa Valley
A Thrombe or town of Haa Valley nestles on the Western part of Bhutan that borders Sikkim. Located at an elevation of 3065 m., Haa Vally is a picturesque site in the Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan, one of the remote valleys in the country. If you’re in search of a tranquil delight in the lap of nature in Bhutan, you can choose Haa Valley as your next holiday destination.
From the Indo-China border in Doklam, Haa Valley is some 13 miles away, a less populated region. October to November is the ideal time to explore Haa Valley and this valley region is noted for hiking, enriched Bhutanese culture, Buddhist temples, and gompas, offering pristine alpine forests and unparalleled mountain views. From Thimphu, it takes more than 4 hours and about 2 hours from Paro.
2. Bumthang
That one of the 20 dzongkhag comprising Bhutan is Bumthang, featuring four mountain valleys namely Ura, Chumey, Choekhor, and Tang, collectively known as Bumthang Province Valley. It’s a historical land home to many age-old Buddhist Monasteries. From Thimphu, it takes around 4 hours to reach Bumthang. Avail of budget-friendly India to Bhutan tour package from a reputed tour operator near Jaigaon.
The literal meaning of Bumthang is a beautiful field. There Guru Rinpoche healed a local king from a sprit-induced ailment in the 8th century CE. In Bumthang Valley, (the religious heartland of Bhutan) Ura is probably the peak of Chokhor, Chhume, and Tang. Approach Bumthang by road via Phuentsholing Rd (located on the Indo-Bhutan border) via the Ura-Bumthang highway.
3. Paro Valley
Bhutan is imprinted with spectacular valleys, and Paro Valley is one of them located scenically at a height of 2,200 m. Paro Valley sits on the west side of the country, home to the iconic Tiger’s Nest, Rinpung Dzong, the National Museum of Bhutan, etc.
This valley is a historic place with a number of sacred places, nearly 50 km away from the capital of Bhutan Thimphu. Along the Paro Chhu River, this town settles itself. You might book a 5-day trip to Paro Valley to explore and feel the ardor of this petite valley town.
4. Punakha
Nestled at the confluence of the Mo Chhu River and Po Chhu River, the famous attraction of this Himalayan city of Punakha, Punakha Dzong stands as a lofty fortress. Punakha Valley is noted for its rice farming, an absolutely scenic site. The road map to Punakha from Thimphu takes travellers over the iconic Dochula Pass.
River rafting, trekking/hiking, and being on a leisurely stroll in Punakha are common outdoor activities. Explore the luxuriant greenery and vistas of Blue Hills in the background in the terrain of Punakha. You might book a Bhutan tour cost for couple at an affordable for a holiday stay at Punakha.