Paro International Airport- your first glimpse of Bhutan

Paro - Upon arriving at Paro International Airport, you’ll meet your tour guide and driver. Check into your hotel and, after a brief rest, begin your enchanting journey through Bhutan. Start by visiting the impressive Rinpung Dzong, also known as the Fortress of Heaped Jewels, a stunning example of Bhutanese art and architecture. The Dzong is centrally located in town and just a short walk from Nyimazam, one of Bhutan’s last remaining traditional cantilever bridges. Dzongs serve as both monastic institutions and district administrative offices.

Above the Dzong is the National Museum, which houses various antiques and artifacts, offering a glimpse into Bhutan’s cultural and religious history.

Next, visit the three-story Dungtse Lhakhang, a temple built in the mid-1430s by Thangtong Gyalpo, an iron bridge builder, to subdue a demon. The temple is believed to be firmly chained to the ground.

Taktsang Hike-Tiger’s Nest

Paro Taktsang - After a hearty breakfast, embark on a hike to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest. The hike takes about 3 hours uphill and 2 hours downhill. Ponies are available if you find the hike challenging. Perched around 900 meters above the Paro valley on a nearly vertical cliff, Taktsang Monastery is a breathtaking sight in terms of its location, setting, and history. In the 8th century, Guru Padmasambhava, the patron saint of Buddhism in Bhutan, meditated here with his consort Khandro Yeshey Tshogyal. Legend has it that Guru flew on a female tigress in pursuit of a demon, which he subdued at the current site of the Monastery. It is one of the holiest sites in Buddhism and a significant cultural icon in Bhutan.

You can enjoy lunch, tea, or snacks at the midway cafeteria.

Kyichu Lhakhang - Kyichu Lhakhang is one of Bhutan’s oldest temples and has been visited and blessed by numerous renowned Buddhist saints over the centuries. Located away from the main town, the temple offers a peaceful and serene environment. Though simple in structure, it is rich in tantric and mythical stories that transport you back to the times of demons and saints. The temple was built in the early 6th century by Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo, who is credited with introducing Buddhism to Tibet. He is believed to be a manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion, of whom the Dalai Lamas are also considered manifestations.

Kyichu Lhakhang is one of the 108 temples built by King Songtsen Gampo to subdue a giant ogress that was hindering the spread of Buddhism in the Himalayas.

Sharna Zampa – Soe Thangthangkha

Paro - Drive to Sharna Zampa
Start your trek
Distance: 22 km, Duration: 7-8 hours
Campsite at Soe Thangthangkha - 3610 m

Soe Thangthangkha – Jangothang (Jomolhari Basecamp)

Excursion of Jangothang Base Camp

Jangothang – Lingshi

Lingshi – Chebisa

Chebisa - Shakyapasang

Shakyapasang – Robluthang

Robluthang – Limithang

Limithang – Laya

Acclimatization day in Laya

Laya – Rodophu

Rodophu – Narethang

Narethang - Tarina

Tarina – Woche

Woche – Lhedi

Lhedi – Thanza

Halt day at Thanza

Thanza – Tshorim

Tshorim – Gangkar Puensum Base Camp

Gangkar Puensum Base Camp – Geshe Woma

Geshe Woma - Warathang

Warathang – Dur Tshachu (hot springs)

Dur Tshachu – Tshochenchen

Tshochenchen – Dur village- Bumthang

BUMTHANG VALLEY EXCURSION – The Spiritual Heartland of Bhutan

Paro - Jakar Dzong – Fortress of the White Bird
Leisurely walk to the four temples - Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Tamzhing Lhakhang, and Kharchu Dratsang (Institute of Buddhist Studies) – offering a beautiful view of the valley
Kenchosum Lhakhang – one of the most beautiful temples
Stroll through town
Overnight at your hotel in Bumthang

BUMTHANG VALLEY – PARO VALLEY – DOMESTIC FLIGHT

Paro - Breakfast
Drive to the domestic airport
Depart from Bumthang
Arrive at Paro – Approx. 35 minutes
Bhutanese cooking experience – either learn some Bhutanese cooking or prepare your own meal with local ingredients
Overnight at your hotel in Paro

PARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Airport Road - Breakfast
Drive to the airport – 20 minutes
Paro International Airport

• All Park entrance Fees and Trekking Permits
• Good Quality accommodation throughout
• Horses and Horsemen to carry all trekking/camping equipments and personal luggage
• All Trekking Meal during the Trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Helper as per the group size
• Group Medical Kit
• One Trekking Expeditions Leader

• International Airfare
• Alcohol
• Tips/gratuities
• Cost arising out of Flight Cancellation/road blockades/ landslides and events beyond our control
• Expenses of personal nature and any other expenses not mentioned in the above cost