Bhutan

Trans Bhutan Trail

Active holiday

Experience Type

Stay in comfort and explore the outdoors at your own pace.

2/5

Difficulty Rating

Trek difficulty is rated numerically based on distance and elevation.

Custom Departure

2/5

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Hotel

Accommodation

Type of stay

More than 5 days

Duration

Duration of the trip

Trans Bhutan Trail: Active Holiday & Cultural Trek

A heritage trail rebuilt with modern homestays

Experience Bhutan actively on the Trans Bhutan Trail. Trek, cycle, and immerse in culture on this historic route. A dynamic way to explore the Dragon Kingdom.

220-250KM

Total Trekking Distance

3,980M

Highest Altitude

Sep-Nov

Best Season

12-16

Group Size

Experience Host

Key Highlights

TBT Adventure

Relish the adventure of passing by multiple mountain passes connecting various valleys

Mountain Villages

Trek past multiple mountain villages, some of which have just a couple of houses

Unique Culture

Experience the Bhutanese way of life intimately as you criss-cross over multiple towns on the trail

Your Journey

Day-by-Day Itinerary

A detailed breakdown of each day's adventure, from the moment you arrive in Bhutan to your final departure.

Highest Point:

Pele La / Yotong La sections (3,980 m)

Region:

Central Bhutan

Key Notes

What to Expect

Inclusions & Exclusions

Everything you need to know about what's covered in your trip and what you'll need to arrange separately.

Included

Accommodation on a twin sharing basis at curated hotels, lodges, camps, or homestays as per the itinerary

All meals as per itinerary

Not Included

International flights to/from Bhutan

The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for US passport holders (100$ per person per day)

Bhutan visa processing and applicable fees (40$ per person)

Personal expenses

Travel insurance (mandatory for all participants)

GST 5%

Is This Trek Right For You?

Who This Trek Is Ideal For

The Wild Rodung La Trek is designed for fit beginners and intermediate trekkers seeking an authentic Eastern Himalayan experience without committing to extreme expedition-level terrain.

Who Can Do This Trek

Experienced trekkers with prior multi-day Himalayan trekking background who are comfortable with long-duration journeys.

Challenges to Expect

Long daily walking hours, repeated ascents and descents, changing weather, remote villages, altitude fatigue, and multi-week physical strain.

Fitness Expectations

High endurance, strong legs, and the ability to walk 6–8 hours daily for multiple weeks with a backpack

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