Bumthang
Valley of white bird
General Information
Other Name: Jakar, , State: Bumthang, Bhutan
Area: 20 Sq. Km.
Languages Spoken: Bhutanese and English
Long Distance Code: +975-6
Importance: Religious Site
Best Time to Visit: February to November and March to May
International Access: Paro
Description
This region is comprised of 4 major valleys: Choskhor, Tang, Ura and Chhume. Day hiking, trekking, mountain biking are popular activities in this district. Yathra or yak wool weaving is specific to the region, yak herders migrate to these valleys and similar during winter. The main town of this region Jakar is situated at 2580mts, purple flowering buckwheat crops sweep the valley floor and apple orchards cling to the sides . Small industries produce apple juice, clover and buckwheat honey, cheese and local spirits. Numerous religious sites are scattered throughout and Bumthang is renowned for having the greatest number of holy sites in the Kingdom, some dating back to the 7th Century.Location
Central BhutanClimate
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Located in the northern side of Bhutan, Beer Factory is sited amidst the beautiful fields. The brewery is not only famous for being the first and sole microbrewery but it also unique because of its owner Frits Maurer. Fritz Maurer has quite a history as being the first foreigner able to travel to Bhutan after being invited by the king. With his support of introducing brown Swiss cows in the country, Bhutanese people saw a gradual increase in the production of milk. He has the rare honor of being a Bhutanese citizen, even though he was born in Switzerland. After getting married with a local of Bumthang valley, he set up his own brewery and at the present time it is run by his son. At Bumthang Brewery only 3000 bottle of Red Panda Beer are produced per month and are recycled backed in production. The beer is brewed in the old school way in small batches, and carefully observed every step of the way during cooking, cooling, and fermentation. Each bottle is individually filled, capped, and labeled. When you visit, for only five dollars you get both the brewery tour and your own bottle. Seeing the whole process in Bumthang Brewery can be quite fascinating experience like seeing being in an episode of food factory. The brewery is really small but the visit can be worth an astounding memory to cherish life time. Closed On: Sunday
Timings: 9 am to 4 pm
Remarks: Sampling of Red-Panda beer.
Jakar Dzong 'fortress of the white bird' one of the bigger fortresses in Bhutan, this humble
structure, was consecrated in 1649. This Dzong functions as a summer residence of of the monastic
and local governing administration.
Timings: 9 am to 4 pm
Remarks: Open all day of week. Picture and Video is not permitted inside.
structure, was consecrated in 1649. This Dzong functions as a summer residence of of the monastic
and local governing administration.
Timings: 9 am to 4 pm
Remarks: Open all day of week. Picture and Video is not permitted inside.
Like Kyichu Lhakhang in Paro valley, Jambey Lhakhang was also built at the same time by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo in the seventh century to subdue the giant demoness who was preventing the spread of Buddhism in Tibet and the Himalayan region. To overcome her, Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo decided to build 108 temples in one day which would be placed all over her body to pin the ogress to the earth forever and at the same time, to convert Tibetan people to Buddhism. Jambay Lhakhang holds the left knee and Kyichu Lhakhang in Paro valley pins the left foot.
This Lhakhang is one of the most sacred Lhakhangs in Bhutan as Guru Rinpoche meditated and left the imprint of his body in a cave inside the oldest of the three temples in the eighth century. The oldest temple was built by Minjur Tempa in 1652 while he was Trongsa Penlop. Ugyen Wangchuck, the first king of Bhutan built the second Lhakhang in 1900 while he was still the Trongsa Penlop and the third new Lhakhang was built by the present Queen Mother, Ashi Kesang Wangchuck in 1990.
Mebartsho (burning lake) an important pilgrimage site in Bhutan, a deep gorge formed by the Tang River. It is believed that Pema Lingpa ''the great treasure finder'' retrieved many treasure hidden by Guru Rinpoche.
Ogyen Choling, a small village in the upper part of the Tang Valley, set on a hill top it affords sweeping views of the valley and river below. The village houses cluster around Ogyen Choling Museum, a private museum, within the settings of a palace/manor. After crossing the suspension bridge, we begin our 45 minute walk through Kyizum village and upwards through terraced farmland, past a water prayer wheel and up to Ogyen Choling Museum.Located in the central tower of the palace (utse) this Lords mansion has been preserved and offers a rare glimpse into the lifestyle of religious nobility.Thoughtfully preserved this exhibition of a noble household in 19th & 20th century is a fascinating insight into privileged life. This estate is not only a museum but a religious and cultural centre, set up to maintain the on-going research and studies.Timings: 9 am to 4 pm
Remarks: Open all day of week. Picture and Video is not permitted inside.
It is a short walk from the end of the road through the forest to the wide fertile plateau overlooking the river. The Thangbi Lhakhang is located in the middle of the valley. It was built by the fourth Shamar Rinpoche of the Karmapa religious school in 1470. The temple houses the terrifying deities, old clay statues which date from 15th century and the remarkable paintings of Guru Rinpoche''s abode.
Bhutan Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour / BUT-02 (13 Days / 12 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Buddhism has been the predominant religion from the 7th century and since then many saints, religious masters, mystics and scholars have visited and blessed Bhutan and its people with invaluable spiritual and cultural heritage that shapes the Bhutanese lives and history. Today, the Buddhist world, considers Bhutan with special importance as the last bastion of Mahayana Buddhism. Hundreds of sacred monasteries, stupas, religious institutions, fluttering prayer flags and prayer wheels which dot the landscapes and countryside are the strong evidence of immense living faith in Buddhism. This tour will enable you to experience the in depth spirituality and profound understanding of Mahayana Buddhism.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu
Day 5 : Thimphu
Day 6 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 7 : Punakha-Trongsa
Day 8 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang
Day 11 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 12 : Punakha-Paro
Day 13 : Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Buddhism has been the predominant religion from the 7th century and since then many saints, religious masters, mystics and scholars have visited and blessed Bhutan and its people with invaluable spiritual and cultural heritage that shapes the Bhutanese lives and history. Today, the Buddhist world, considers Bhutan with special importance as the last bastion of Mahayana Buddhism. Hundreds of sacred monasteries, stupas, religious institutions, fluttering prayer flags and prayer wheels which dot the landscapes and countryside are the strong evidence of immense living faith in Buddhism. This tour will enable you to experience the in depth spirituality and profound understanding of Mahayana Buddhism.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu
Day 5 : Thimphu
Day 6 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 7 : Punakha-Trongsa
Day 8 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang
Day 11 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 12 : Punakha-Paro
Day 13 : Paro
Bhutan Spring and Autumn Walking Tour / BUT-03 (13 Days / 12 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Bhutan walking tour offer more than just visiting Dzongs, monasteries, temples, museum and other artistry centre. Such tours are specifically designed for the tourists desiring to experience more of typical Bhutanese rural lives in the farmlands, far flung monasteries and temples from the road end, beautiful landscapes, the lush green valleys, pristine environment and clean crisp air by walking across the valleys with few climbs up and down only along the gentle slopes.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu
Day 5 : Thimphu
Day 6 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 7 : Punakha-Trongsa
Day 8 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang
Day 11 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 12 : Punakha-Paro
Day 13 : Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Bhutan walking tour offer more than just visiting Dzongs, monasteries, temples, museum and other artistry centre. Such tours are specifically designed for the tourists desiring to experience more of typical Bhutanese rural lives in the farmlands, far flung monasteries and temples from the road end, beautiful landscapes, the lush green valleys, pristine environment and clean crisp air by walking across the valleys with few climbs up and down only along the gentle slopes.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu
Day 5 : Thimphu
Day 6 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 7 : Punakha-Trongsa
Day 8 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang
Day 11 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 12 : Punakha-Paro
Day 13 : Paro
Bhutan Photography Tour / BUT-04 (12 Days / 11 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Bhutan has captured both the eyes of writers and artists alike for its splendid arts and architecture and unique culture and traditions. Photography Tour is designed specifically for the clients who enjoy taking photographs of the people, typical Bhutanese houses, beautiful landscapes, fortresses, monasteries, snow capped mountains and series of exciting scenic spots. Our photo guide, who has the knowledge of the local area and understand the special needs of photographers, will accompany you to insure maximum flexibility for both planned and spontaneous photo opportunities. Some rooms in the Dzongs and monasteries have restrictions on Photography. Our guide will give you instructions of such places which are prohibited from taking photographs.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu
Day 5 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 6 : Punakha-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 11 : Punakha-Paro
Day 12 : Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Bhutan has captured both the eyes of writers and artists alike for its splendid arts and architecture and unique culture and traditions. Photography Tour is designed specifically for the clients who enjoy taking photographs of the people, typical Bhutanese houses, beautiful landscapes, fortresses, monasteries, snow capped mountains and series of exciting scenic spots. Our photo guide, who has the knowledge of the local area and understand the special needs of photographers, will accompany you to insure maximum flexibility for both planned and spontaneous photo opportunities. Some rooms in the Dzongs and monasteries have restrictions on Photography. Our guide will give you instructions of such places which are prohibited from taking photographs.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu
Day 5 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 6 : Punakha-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 11 : Punakha-Paro
Day 12 : Paro
Bhutan Textile Tour / BUT-05 (12 Days / 11 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Bhutan is well known for its exquisite textiles. Intricate woven patterns and designs with vibrant color and textures exhibits the unique and magnificent textile art of Bhutan that has been passed down for countless generations. Although the skills and arts of weaving are widespread, it is mostly seen in the central and eastern part of Bhutan. Weavers, almost all of whom are women, are very innovative in their designs and produce a wide range of sophisticated and beautiful textiles without the loss of the traditional character of the textile artistry. The hand woven textiles of Bhutan are being increasingly appreciated by the textile specialist, collector and user and are prized for their unmatched quality, unique designs, vibrant color and authenticity.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu
Day 5 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 6 : Punakha-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 11 : Punakha-Paro
Day 12 : Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Bhutan is well known for its exquisite textiles. Intricate woven patterns and designs with vibrant color and textures exhibits the unique and magnificent textile art of Bhutan that has been passed down for countless generations. Although the skills and arts of weaving are widespread, it is mostly seen in the central and eastern part of Bhutan. Weavers, almost all of whom are women, are very innovative in their designs and produce a wide range of sophisticated and beautiful textiles without the loss of the traditional character of the textile artistry. The hand woven textiles of Bhutan are being increasingly appreciated by the textile specialist, collector and user and are prized for their unmatched quality, unique designs, vibrant color and authenticity.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu
Day 5 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 6 : Punakha-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 11 : Punakha-Paro
Day 12 : Paro
Autumn Jambay Lakhang Drup / BUT-06 (14 Days / 13 Nights)
Thimphu-Punakha-Bumthang-Nganglakhang-Ugyencholing-Bumthang-Phobjikha-Paro
Autumn Jambay Lakhang Drup
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Thimphu
Day 2 : Thimphu
Day 3 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 4 : Punakha-Bumthang
Day 5 : Bumthang
Day 6 : Bumthang
Day 7 : Bumthang-Nganglakhang
Day 8 : Nganglakhang-Ugyencholing
Day 9 : Ugyencholing-Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang-Phobjikha
Day 11 : Phobjikha-Paro
Day 12 : Paro
Day 13 : Paro
Day 14 : Paro
Thimphu-Punakha-Bumthang-Nganglakhang-Ugyencholing-Bumthang-Phobjikha-Paro
Autumn Jambay Lakhang Drup
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Thimphu
Day 2 : Thimphu
Day 3 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 4 : Punakha-Bumthang
Day 5 : Bumthang
Day 6 : Bumthang
Day 7 : Bumthang-Nganglakhang
Day 8 : Nganglakhang-Ugyencholing
Day 9 : Ugyencholing-Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang-Phobjikha
Day 11 : Phobjikha-Paro
Day 12 : Paro
Day 13 : Paro
Day 14 : Paro
Bird Watching Tours in Bhutan / BUT-08 (14 Days / 13 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Trongsa-Bumthang-Ura-Limithang-Mongar-Bumthang-Thimphu-Paro
Despite its small size about 770 species of birds have been recorded in Bhutan and the kingdom is recognized as 221 global endemic birds areas. Within country's borders there are extraordinary range of habitats, from some of the Himalaya's most extensive and least disturbed tropical forests to cool broad leaved andbirds in bhutan towering evergreen forests of fir, hemlock and spruce. The entire country is bisected by well maintained paved road and birding especially in mid to late spring (late March to late May) is good virtually anywhere below 3,100 m. Unlike many part of Asia, one is not obliged to seek out a park or reserve or remnant patch of 'good looking' habitat, since at any stop even in the midst of farmland, exciting birds are visible. The mixed broadleaf forests are much richer, and therefore more exciting for birding, than the rather slow growing monotypic stands of blue pine and particularly chir pine.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 5 : Punakha-Wangduephodrang
Day 6 : Wangduephodrang-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang-Ura
Day 9 : Ura-Limithang
Day 10 : Limithang-Mongar
Day 11 : Mongar
Day 12 : Mongar-Bumthang
Day 13 : Bumthang-Thimphu
Day 14 : Thimphu-Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Trongsa-Bumthang-Ura-Limithang-Mongar-Bumthang-Thimphu-Paro
Despite its small size about 770 species of birds have been recorded in Bhutan and the kingdom is recognized as 221 global endemic birds areas. Within country's borders there are extraordinary range of habitats, from some of the Himalaya's most extensive and least disturbed tropical forests to cool broad leaved andbirds in bhutan towering evergreen forests of fir, hemlock and spruce. The entire country is bisected by well maintained paved road and birding especially in mid to late spring (late March to late May) is good virtually anywhere below 3,100 m. Unlike many part of Asia, one is not obliged to seek out a park or reserve or remnant patch of 'good looking' habitat, since at any stop even in the midst of farmland, exciting birds are visible. The mixed broadleaf forests are much richer, and therefore more exciting for birding, than the rather slow growing monotypic stands of blue pine and particularly chir pine.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 5 : Punakha-Wangduephodrang
Day 6 : Wangduephodrang-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang-Ura
Day 9 : Ura-Limithang
Day 10 : Limithang-Mongar
Day 11 : Mongar
Day 12 : Mongar-Bumthang
Day 13 : Bumthang-Thimphu
Day 14 : Thimphu-Paro
Bhutan Culture & Nature Tour / BUT-09 (13 Days / 12 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Trongsa-Bumthang-Wangduephodrang-Paro
A close encounter with mysticism, culture, history and the Nature
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 5 : Punakha-Wangduephodrang
Day 6 : Wangduephodrang-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang-Wangduephodrang
Day 11 : Wangduephodrang-Paro
Day 12 : Paro
Day 13 : Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Trongsa-Bumthang-Wangduephodrang-Paro
A close encounter with mysticism, culture, history and the Nature
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 5 : Punakha-Wangduephodrang
Day 6 : Wangduephodrang-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang
Day 10 : Bumthang-Wangduephodrang
Day 11 : Wangduephodrang-Paro
Day 12 : Paro
Day 13 : Paro
Round Trip to Bhutan / BUT-11 (15 Days / 14 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Gangtey-Trongsa-Bumthang-Mongar-Trashigang-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
A grand Bhutan tour that offers invaluable insight into the rich culture and traditions of Bhutan, accompanied by breathtaking panoramic views of snow covered Himalayan peaks
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 5 : Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Gangtey
Day 6 : Gangtey-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang-Mongar
Day 10 : Mongar-Trashigang
Day 11 : Trashigang
Day 12 : Trashigang-Bumthang
Day 13 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 14 : Punakha-Paro
Day 15 : Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Gangtey-Trongsa-Bumthang-Mongar-Trashigang-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
A grand Bhutan tour that offers invaluable insight into the rich culture and traditions of Bhutan, accompanied by breathtaking panoramic views of snow covered Himalayan peaks
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 5 : Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Gangtey
Day 6 : Gangtey-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang-Mongar
Day 10 : Mongar-Trashigang
Day 11 : Trashigang
Day 12 : Trashigang-Bumthang
Day 13 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 14 : Punakha-Paro
Day 15 : Paro
Bhutan Monastery Tour / BUT-12 (9 Days / 8 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Tour of Buddhist monasteries & temples of Paro, Thimphu, Trongsa, Punakha & Bumthang.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 3 : Thimphu-Trongsa
Day 4 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 5 : Bumthang
Day 6 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 7 : Punakha-Paro
Day 8 : Paro
Day 9 : Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Trongsa-Bumthang-Punakha-Paro
Tour of Buddhist monasteries & temples of Paro, Thimphu, Trongsa, Punakha & Bumthang.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 3 : Thimphu-Trongsa
Day 4 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 5 : Bumthang
Day 6 : Bumthang-Punakha
Day 7 : Punakha-Paro
Day 8 : Paro
Day 9 : Paro
Travel in Bhutan / BUT-13 (11 Days / 10 Nights)
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Gangtey-Trongsa-Bumthang-Thimphu-Paro
An adventure travel in Bhutanese heartland - Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Wangduephodrang, Gangtey, Trongsa & Bumthang.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 5 : Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Gangtey
Day 6 : Gangtey-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang-Thimphu
Day 10 : Thimphu-Paro
Day 11 : Paro
Paro-Thimphu-Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Gangtey-Trongsa-Bumthang-Thimphu-Paro
An adventure travel in Bhutanese heartland - Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Wangduephodrang, Gangtey, Trongsa & Bumthang.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Paro
Day 2 : Paro
Day 3 : Paro-Thimphu
Day 4 : Thimphu-Punakha
Day 5 : Punakha-Wangduephodrang-Gangtey
Day 6 : Gangtey-Trongsa
Day 7 : Trongsa-Bumthang
Day 8 : Bumthang
Day 9 : Bumthang-Thimphu
Day 10 : Thimphu-Paro
Day 11 : Paro
Bumthang, Bhutan Tours