Autumn’s Golden Glow: September, October, November
The fall season in Bhutan is widely considered the ideal time to visit. The monsoon would have passed, leaving behind clear skies, bright, sunny days and crisp air, and the valleys are bathed in a golden light as rice paddies ripen for harvest. Nights are cool and pleasant.
The dry trails and clear weather create perfect conditions for outdoor activities. This bounty harvest season is also a time for vibrant festivals across the country, including the popular "Thimphu Tshechu Festival Tour."
Autumn Delights:
This season is perfect for outdoor activities. The dry trails and clear weather create spectacular conditions for classic treks such as the Jumolhari Loop and the Laya-Gasa Trek, allowing you to experience these legendary mountains.
It is also a season of vibrant festivals, including the most popular Thimphu Tshechu Festival and Jambay Lhakhang Drup. Birdwatchers will find autumn to be an excellent time for Birding in Bhutan. Our Tragopans’ Trail – The West-to-East Stretch & Horbills’ Trail - The West Stretch features some of the prime locations in the country for catching glimpses of the exotic Himalayan feathered-friends.
When To Visit
While choosing when to visit Bhutan depends entirely on your travel desire, the kingdom offers four distinct seasons, each revealing a different facet of its character. Whether you seek vibrant festivals, serene mountain treks, or lush green valleys, we can craft a trip that aligns perfectly with your preferred time of the year to experience Bhutan. There is an ideal time for everyone for every journey at Drukyul Delights.
Winter’s Quiet Majesty: December, January, February
Spring is another peak season for travel to Bhutan. Valleys turn a vibrant green, and flowers, including over 46 species of rhododendrons, wild azaleas, and edelweiss, are in full bloom, making spring a paradise for nature lovers and trekkers.
Like autumn, spring hosts several major festivals. The Paro Tshechu, the nation’s most popular festival, is a highlight, featuring colourful mask dances and traditional performances.
Spring’s Floral Awakening: March, April, May
Spring Delights
The floral spectacle makes spring a paradise for nature lovers and trekkers, turning high-altitude treks into a beautiful experience, such as the challenging Snowman Trek in Bhutan or the popular Jumolhari Trek. The season is also ideal for outdoor adventures such as river rafting, kayaking, and mountain biking.
Like autumn, spring hosts several major festivals. The Paro Tshechu, the nation’s most popular festival, Paro Tshechu Festival Tour 2026 highlights colourful mask dances and traditional performances. Another unique experience is the theme-based festival, Lamperi Rhododendron Festival 2026, held at Dochu-La Pass, which celebrates the country's exotic flora. These festivities, set against clear blue skies, can enhance any trip to Bhutan.
Winter’s Quiet Majesty: December, January, February
Winter in Bhutan offers a different kind of magic. Especially in the mornings and evenings, it is cold, but the days are typically sunny and clear, providing magnificent, unobstructed views of the snow-capped Himalayas.
With fewer tourists visiting the country during the winter, it allows for a more peaceful, offbeat experience. This also means you may find lower tour costs. While high-altitude treks are generally closed, the central and western valleys of Bhutan remain accessible.
Winter in Bhutan offers a different kind of magic. Especially in the mornings and evenings, it is cold, but the days are typically sunny and clear, providing magnificent, unobstructed views of snow the -capped Himalayas.
With fewer tourists visiting the country during the winter, it allows for a more peaceful and offbeat experience. This also means you may find lower tour costs. While high-altitude treks are generally closed, the central and western valleys of Bhutan remain accessible.
Winter Delights
Winter in Bhutan offers a different kind of magic. Especially in the mornings and evenings, it is cold, but the days are typically sunny and clear, providing magnificent, unobstructed views of the snow-capped Himalayas.
With fewer tourists visiting the country during the winter, it allows for a more peaceful and offbeat experience. This also means you may find lower tour costs. While high-altitude treks are generally closed, the central and western valleys of Bhutan remain accessible.
Summer’s Green Refreshment: June, July, August
Winter in Bhutan offers a different kind of magic. Especially in the mornings and evenings, it is cold, but the days are typically sunny and clear, providing magnificent, unobstructed views of snow the -capped Himalayas.
With fewer tourists visiting the country during the winter, it allows for a more peaceful and offbeat experience. This also means you may find lower tour costs. While high-altitude treks are generally closed, the central and western valleys of Bhutan remain accessible.
Summer’s Delights
Drukyul Differences: Elevate your Bhutan travel experience to new heights!
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Join in private, immersive Buddhist ritual ceremonies and receive blessings from monks.
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Enjoy privileged access to a small, local ritual not featured on your mainstream calendars.
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