Twenty experiences we think every traveller should consider — mix and match them into your own journey.
Our top 20
- Hike to Paro Taktsang, the Tiger's Nest
- Explore Punakha Dzong where two rivers meet
- See 108 chortens at Dochula pass
- Watch masked dances at a tshechu
- Soak in a traditional hot stone bath
- Spend a night in a farmhouse
- Look for black-necked cranes in Phobjikha
- Walk the kora around the Memorial Chorten in Thimphu
- Meet the giant Buddha Dordenma above the capital
- Receive a blessing at Chimi Lhakhang
- Watch an archery match
- Visit the temples of Bumthang
- Drive over Chele La into the Haa valley
- Light 108 butter lamps
- Try ema datshi and red rice
- Wear a gho or kira
- Trek the Druk Path
- Visit the Institute of Zorig Chusum
- Stay overnight in a monastery
- Explore the rarely visited east
Header photo: Nina R from Africa, CC BY 2.0
