{"id":2362,"date":"2024-11-11T13:52:08","date_gmt":"2024-11-11T13:52:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/?p=2362"},"modified":"2024-11-11T13:52:08","modified_gmt":"2024-11-11T13:52:08","slug":"how-to-reach-bumthang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/how-to-reach-bumthang\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00a0How to Reach Bumthang"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Bumthang, located in eastern Bhutan, is often considered the &#8220;modern-day Shangri-La.&#8221; This region, composed of four beautiful valleys\u2014Uri, Chokhor, Tang, and Chhume\u2014is known for its lush meadows, scenic orchards, and local cottage industries that produce cheese, honey, wool, and other traditional products. Bumthang\u2019s serene landscapes and relaxed atmosphere make it an ideal destination for travelers looking to experience unspoiled nature. Here\u2019s how you can reach Bumthang by air, train, and road.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2312 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Trashi-Chhoe-Dzong.webp\" alt=\"Trashi-Chhoe-Dzong\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Trashi-Chhoe-Dzong.webp 800w, https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Trashi-Chhoe-Dzong-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Trashi-Chhoe-Dzong-768x480.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>By Air<\/h4>\n<p>The nearest airport to Bumthang is the Bathpalathang Airport in Jakar, offering connections through Paro International Airport. Travelers from India can reach Paro from major Indian cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Bagdogra, Bodh Gaya, and Guwahati. After reaching Paro, domestic flights are available to Bumthang, making air travel the quickest way to reach this serene destination.<\/p>\n<h4>By Train<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2327 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/byytrain.webp\" alt=\"by train\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/byytrain.webp 800w, https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/byytrain-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/byytrain-768x480.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While Bhutan does not have a direct railway link with India, you can reach Bumthang by taking a train to Hasimara Railway Station in West Bengal. From Hasimara, drive to the Indo-Bhutan border town of Jaigaon and cross into Bhutan via Phuentsholing. From there, a road journey along the Bumthang-Ura Highway will bring you to Bumthang.<\/p>\n<h4>By Road<\/h4>\n<p>To reach Bumthang by road, the easiest route is from Jaigaon in West Bengal. After obtaining a visa at the Indo-Bhutan border, you can drive through Phuentsholing and take the Ura-Bumthang Highway, covering around 409 kilometers (approximately 12 hours). Another entry point is Gelephu, located about 50 kilometers from Bongaigaon in Assam. From Gelephu, follow the Wangdue-Tsirang Highway for about 380 kilometers (approximately 11 hours) to reach Bumthang.<\/p>\n<h4>Discover More in Bhutan<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2314 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phobjikha-Valley-as-seen-from-Gangtey-Monastery-1.webp\" alt=\"Phobjikha-Valley-as-seen-from-Gangtey-Monastery\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phobjikha-Valley-as-seen-from-Gangtey-Monastery-1.webp 800w, https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phobjikha-Valley-as-seen-from-Gangtey-Monastery-1-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phobjikha-Valley-as-seen-from-Gangtey-Monastery-1-768x480.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Explore other beautiful regions and attractions in Bhutan, including Paro, Thimphu, and the scenic Gangtey Valley. Each destination offers unique landscapes, monasteries, and cultural experiences, making Bhutan a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n<h4>Plan Your Bhutan Adventure<\/h4>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re planning a luxury stay, a honeymoon, or an adventurous trek, our team is here to create a customized travel experience for you. Contact us to get started on your journey to discover the enchanting landscapes and unique cultural heritage of Bhutan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Bumthang, located in eastern Bhutan, is often considered the &#8220;modern-day Shangri-La.&#8221; This region, composed of four beautiful valleys\u2014Uri, Chokhor, Tang,","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2304,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[39],"class_list":["post-2362","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bhutan-journey","tag-natural-sightseeing"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>\u00a0How to Reach Bumthang - Bhutan Luxury Tour<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"This region, composed of four beautiful valleys\u2014Uri, Chokhor, Tang, and Chhume\u2014is known for its lush meadows, scenic orchards, and local cottage industries that produce cheese, honey, wool, and other traditional products.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/bhutanluxurytour.com\/blog\/how-to-reach-bumthang\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"\u00a0How to Reach Bumthang - 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