Trans Bhutan Trail
Bhutan's restored long-distance historic route linking valleys, passes, villages, dzongs, and temples across the country.
Trails
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Best Season
Spring and autumn
How to Get There
Multi-day itineraries are arranged through the Trans Bhutan Trail organization or licensed Bhutanese tour operators.
Permit Information
All trekking in Bhutan requires an accredited tour operator or guide.
The Trans Bhutan Trail is Bhutan's most important long-distance walking route — a restored historic pathway used for centuries by pilgrims, messengers, traders, and officials before road travel displaced it in the 20th century. Reopened in 2022, the trail crosses the full width of the country from Haa to Trashigang. It links remote communities, heritage sites, and a wide range of landscapes from subtropical valleys to high passes above 4,000 meters. Most travelers walk popular sections (Punakha–Bumthang is a common choice) rather than the full 403km route.
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