10 Days Bhutan Tour - Trek
One of the most exhilarating and unforgettable ways to experience the heart and soul of Bhutan is to incorporate a trek into your itinerary. With much of the kingdom covered with ancient forests and high alpine meadows, a trek in Bhutan will not only bring you closer to nature, but provide you with ample opportunities to meet rural people.
Trip Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrive Paro
Day 02 : Paro Sightseeing
Day 03 : Paro to Thimpu
Day 04 : Thimpu to Tongsa
Day 05 : Tongsa to Bumthang
Day 06 : Bumthang to Ngang Lhakhang
Day 07 : Ngang Lhakhang to Ugyenchholing
Day 08 : Ugyenchholing - Bumthang
Day 09 : Bumthang - Punakha
Day 10 : Punakha - Paro
Day 11 : Paro Depart
Details of Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrive Paro
Arrival in Paro & Transfer to the hotel. Overnight at Paro.
Day 02 : Paro
Paro sightseeing, visit to Ta Dzong, built in 17th century as a watch tower for Paro Dzong.
Day 03 : Paro to Thimpu
Drive to Thimphu, the modern capital of Bhutan. About 7 km before Thimphu, on a breezy hilltop rises Simtokha Dzong, Bhutan's most ancient fortress. Overnight at in Thimphu.
Day 04 : Thimpu to Tongsa
Drive to Tongsa via Dochula pass (3,100m). From this pass, on a clear day, one can have a superb view of the highest peaks in Bhutan such as Gangkar Puensum, table mountain, Jele Khang, Masagang, Gangchey Ta. Overnight in Tongsa.
Day 05 : Tongsa to Bumthang
Morning visit to striking Tongsa Dzong, ancestral abode of Bhutan's Royal family. Then visit the Ta Dzong, built as watch tower to guard Tongsa Dzong. Overnight in Bumthang.
Day 06 : Bumthang to Ngang Lhakhang
The trek begins . Trek route follows the Chamkhar Chu river, coming across many villages and temples, meadows, forests . Camp at the altitude of 2,900m.
Day 07 : Ngang Lhakhang to Ugyenchholing
A trail ascends gradually towards the Phephe la pass, walking through the forests of junipers, until you arrive at the pass at an altitude of 3,340m. Camp at the altitude of 2,850m.
Day 08 : Ugyenchholing - Bumthang
Morning walk upto the Ugyenchholing Dzong. Visit the Dzong and surrounding village, then drive to Jakar (Bumthang) following the Tang Chu river until arriving at main road. Overnight in Bumthang.
Day 9 : Bumthang - Punakha
Visit to Jambey Lhakhang, the monastery built in 7th century by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gembo, believed to be the re-incarnation of Buddha of compassion. Overnight in Paro.
Day 10 : Punakha - Paro
Arrive Paro by lunch time. Evening take a stroll around Paro market. Overnight in Paro.
Day 11 : Paro Depart
Drive to the airport for flight to onward destination after breakfast.
Duration: 11 Days
Program Type: Tour and Trekking
Max. Altitude: 3440 M
Minimum Pax: 01
Mode of Travel: Flight, Transport & Trekking
Start Trip: Paro
End Trip: Paro
Grade: Easy
Trip Cost Include:
| » | Airport pick up and drop |
| » | All accomodation |
| » | All Melas (breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) |
| » | All Transportation by car van/Bus/Coaster |
| » | One English Speaking Guide |
| » | Sightseeing Entry fee |
| » | Bhutan Travel Pernit |
| » | Equipment: Trekking tents, Dining tent, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent, Table and chairs, Mattresses during the trekking |
| » | All Food for trekking ( Breakfast, lunch, dinner) prepared by our cook |
| » | Staff: 1 Trekking Guide, 1 Cook, 1 Kitchen & necessary porters |
| » | All transportation by car/ van/ bus |
| » | Trekking crews of insurance |
| » | Trekking allowance, food allowance for trekking crews |
| » | Airfare |
| » | Bhutan Visa fee (USD 20.00) |
| » | Tourism Development fund(TDF USD 10.00) |
| » | Emergency Rescue evacuation |
| » | Trekking Sleeping bag |
| » | Personal expenses |
| » | Tipping (Tips) |
| » | Bar bills & beverage |