Royal Highland Festival Bhutan 2027 – 10 Days

Activities:Bhutan Festival Tours with Himalayan Dream TeamModerate–Challenging

Trip Facts

Destination:Bhutan

Group Size:1–15 persons (suggested)

Region:Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gasa & Laya

Activities:Festival Tour, Cultural Sightseeing & Trekking

Accommodation:Hotels, Camping / Local Homestay

Trip Grade:Moderate–Challenging

Transportation:Private Vehicle, 4WD where required & Trekking

Overview

Royal Highland Festival Bhutan 2027 | 10-Day Laya Tour

Royal Highland Festival Bhutan 2027 – Short Itinerary

Day & Date	Itinerary	Accommodation
Day 1 – 19 Oct	Arrival in Paro (2,250 m) and drive to Thimphu (2,320 m)	Hotel in Thimphu
Day 2 – 20 Oct	Thimphu sightseeing: Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong	Hotel in Thimphu
Day 3 – 21 Oct	Drive to Punakha (1,200 m) via Dochula Pass (3,100 m); visit Punakha Dzong	Hotel in Punakha
Day 4 – 22 Oct	Drive via Gasa to the roadhead and trek to Laya (approx. 3,800 m)	Homestay / Camping
Day 5 – 23 Oct	Royal Highland Festival – Day 1: Layap culture and yak parades	Homestay / Camping
Day 6 – 24 Oct	Royal Highland Festival – Day 2: Highland competitions and celebrations	Homestay / Camping
Day 7 – 25 Oct	Trek from Laya to the roadhead and drive via Gasa to Punakha	Hotel in Punakha
Day 8 – 26 Oct	Drive from Punakha to Paro via Dochula Pass; explore Paro town	Hotel in Paro
Day 9 – 27 Oct	Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery (3,120 m); free time in Paro	Hotel in Paro
Day 10 – 28 Oct	Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure	–

Festival Dates: 23–24 October 2027 (subject to official confirmation).

Important Note: This tour includes high-altitude trekking to Laya. Trekking time and road access depend on local conditions. Accommodation in Laya is arranged in simple homestays or camps.