Home to some of the oldest Buddhist monasteries and temples, Bhumthang is considered as a religious and spiritual hub of hub Bhutan. It is the traditional home to the great Buddhist teacher Pema Linga to whose descendants the present dynasty traces its origin. Bumthang district consists of four main valleys Ura, Chumey, Tang and Choekhor and is an area of exceptional natural beauty; in fact, the word Bumthang itself can be translated to mean “beautiful field”.
Suggested trips for Bumthang
Handcrafted tours by experts.Bhutan: Discovery in Depth
13 Days
- Covering Western & Central Bhutan visiting Thimpu, Gangtey, Bumthang, Punakha, Paro with immersion into the cultures
- Sightseeing with English-speaking Bhutanese Tour Manager & Entrance fees at the Monuments
- Assistance at arrivals & departures & transport with SUVs & mini coaches depending on group size
- Fly in & out of Paro airport
- Season is Feburary to April, October & November
- Grade is Moderate touring