10 Best Honeymoon Destinations in Bhutan | Romantic Honeymoon Places in Bhutan, 2021

Bhutan has as many beautiful places to explore. If you want to explore Bhutan as a honeymoon destination, I would say visit Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha. The place is one of the most historic valleys and the valley offers much more. The boutique villas overlooking the beautiful pine forest make it the best honeymoon destination. But Thimphu is one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in Bhutan as well as Asia. It is the capital and largest city of Bhutan without lights. The beautiful fort and monument of Chorten will make your honeymoon in Bhutan more memorable. Punakha, once the capital of Bhutan, is a must-visit place. You would be amazed at such a scenic view of the rivers and the fortress, with so much history. The place is even warmer in summer and the winter is very pleasant. Read below about the famous honeymoon places in Bhutan and make your trip according to it: 

List of 10 Honeymoon Destination in Bhutan

1. Thimphu

Located in the capital of Bhutan is the best on offer in the country. While forts and monasteries would keep the booth for exploration, the bustling weekend market offers souvenirs to take home.  Explore various attractions such as the Folk Heritage Museum, Jungshi Paper Mill, Druk Wangyal Chorten, and the Buddha Dordenma statue. Visit the Centenary Farmers Market and discover Takinit, Bhutan’s national animal at the Motithang Takin Preserve. Thimphu is also home to Tshechu, a four-day festival marked by Chams, or masked dances. Discover the city’s modern side with its restaurants, internet cafés, nightclubs, and shopping malls and make it the most romantic honeymoon destination in Bhutan.

Things to do: Motithang Takin Preserve, National Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Simtoka Dzong, Dechen Phodrang, Dordenma Statue, Chri Monastery, and Tango Monastery.

Best time to visit: March, April, October, and November

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2. Haa Valley

The “Hidden Land Rice Valley,” or Haa Valley, is the second least populated region of the small Himalayan kingdom, where Haa Chhu is from the region of Mt. Chomolhari. This is a perfect honeymoon destination in Bhutan for newly married couples looking for enough time and waiting to find untaken trails.

Things to do: The hundred-year-old Tagchu Gompa, the 5-story Dobji Dzong, the black and white temples, Shekhar Drak and Has Samarpudung.

Best time to visit: October to mid-December

3. Paro Valley

Paro as the best honeymoon place in Bhutan offers everything such as the best tourist attractions and things to do. The beautiful Paro boasts more than 155 temples and monasteries, some of which were built as early as the 14th century. The view of Taktsang Monastery, or Tiger Nest, is as surprising as the National Museum, Ta Dzong. Drugyel Dzong, or the victorious Bhutanese fortress, is another attraction.

Things to do: Taktsang Lhakhang or Tiger’s Nest, the National Museum of Bhutan, Drugyel Dzong, Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang etc.

Best time to visit: October to November and March to April 

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4. Lhuntse and Mongar

Mongar, one of Bhutan’s most beautiful honeymoons places in Bhutan, lies at an altitude of 1,700 m and can be reached from Bumthang via the Thrumshing Himalayan Pass. Being famous for its 1930s Mongar Dzong architecture, built without nails or drawings, the place is a holiday for the eyes in the picturesque Himalayas. Another 3-hour drive takes you to Lhuntse or Lhuentse, bordered by a cliff rising in a perfect romantic setting. The best part? It’s an unspoiled, secluded district that’s suitable for both of you, with roaring waterfalls, steep cliffs and gorges, and a view you couldn’t get enough of. The ancient home of the Bhutanese royal dynasty is located here in the Kurtoe region.

Best time to visit: All year round

5. Trongsa

The small village is mapped with the history of the Wangchuk Kings. The 17th-century architecture of Trongsa Dzong would transport you to the countryside like the “Christmas Wedding”. The alley run is surrounded by wide stone steps and paved courtyards. Do we need anything if we have a fort at 2,200 feet with gorges in the background? Pick Trongsa as your best honeymoon destination in Bhutan.

Things to do: Kuenga Rabtan Palace,  Trongsa Dzong Fortress, and Chendebje Chorten

Best time to visit: March to April, October to November

Read more: Most Visited Monuments in Bhutan

6. Punakha

Punakha stands proudly in a relatively warm place in winter with hot summers until 1955 as the former capital of Bhutan. The nearby meandering Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu rivers offer stunning views. During the Punakha Festival, you would have the best time to visit.

Things to do: Punakha Dzong, Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup nunnery, Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, and Chimi Lhakhang Temple

Best time to visit: March and September

7. Wangdue Phodrang

Even if you’re traveling on a “honeymoon,” who doesn’t love tiny folklore and local culture? Wangdue Phodrang is one of the popular destinations in Bhutan for a honeymoon that flourishes from the tales of shamanic cults. As much of the district is under environmental protection, it is one of the largest dzongkhags in the country. In the village, you will find slate and stone carvings of bamboo works, as well as mysterious black-necked cranes, a rare white-bellied heron, etc.

Things to do: The Wangdue Phodrang Dzong

Best time to visit: September to October and March to May  

8. Bumthang

Bumthang also considered the religious heart of the country, consists of four valleys: Tang, Lord, Choekhor, and Chumey. With more than a dozen holy places, Bumthang offers the opportunity to tick the bucket list with too many adventures. Whether hiking or climbing, burning lakes, or horseback riding, this is the romantic honeymoon place in Bhutan for newlyweds couples.

Things to do: Kurjey Lhakhang, Jakar Dzong, Jambey Lhakhang, Tamshing Lhakhang, etc.

Best time to visit: March, April, October, and November

9. Gangtey 

The small town of Gangtey is located in the snowy valley of Phobjikha. Listen to the call of the mountains and witness the beauty of the majestic Himalayas while finding peace in its monasteries such as the Gangtey Goempa. Endangered black-necked cranes are also housed in the valley, visiting from Tibet in the winter, and a sight to behold!

Things to do: Gangtey Goemba, Kuenzang Chholing Shedra, Kumbhu Lhakhang, Nyelung Dechengling etc.

Best time to visit: March, April, October, and November

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10. Phuentsholing

If you are short on time but want your expected honeymoon to be in Bhutan, be sure to check out Phuentsholing. The place is located on the border of West Bengal and Bhutan, India, and applies to both countries. A clean environment creates a connection with nature.

Things to do: the Karbandi Monastery, the Crocodile Breeding Center, Bhutan Gate, Chukha Hydrothermal Project, and the Amo Chhu

Best time to visit: March, April, and May

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