Bhutan Trekking Tour
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About the Activity
The Kingdom of Bhutan is a landlocked country in the Eastern Himalayas and South Asia comprised of mountains and forests. The country is called by its people “Druk Yul”, meaning “The Land of The Thunder Dragon”. Trekking in Bhutan is dissimilar from other regions in Asia. You are trekking in a country steeped in Buddhist traditions, culture and mountains. Bhutan Himalaya is covered with a forest shrub. There are a lot more flora and fauna than anywhere else in this region. There are fewer villages in the high mountains. Trekking there does not require any special technical skills. You will have opportunity to challenge yourself, relax your mind, immerse yourself in nature and local culture, also have a good night ‘s sleep under the stars. This is a wonderful experience in your life in The Kingdom of Bhutan.192 hours
Private Tour
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
7 nights accommodation
Driver/guide
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch
Food and drink : Dinner. Dinner
Food and drink : Breakfast. Breakfast
Accommodation as per itinerary
Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
Local taxes
Food and drink : Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
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Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point
Paro, BhutanDay 1 | Arrival in Paro
Your flight to Paro will offer you a beautiful mountain views. On this flight the views of the Everest, Kanchen Junga and other Himalayan peaks, including the sacred Jhomolhari and Jichu Drakey in Bhutan are awesome. On arrival in Paro our guide will receive you and check you into your hotel. After lunch we will see the rich history of Bhutan exhibited in the 17th century National Museum. The Paro Dzong, a massive fortress built in the 17th century now houses the monastic body. A tour of this beautiful Dzong will introduce us to the unique aspects of the Bhutanese Buddhism. A lovely stroll downhill from the Dzong over an old cantilever bridge wraps up an eventful first day in this magical kingdom.
Overnight in Paro | Altitude: 2200m8 hours • Admission Ticket Included2
Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point
Paro, BhutanDay 2 | Paro sightseeing
Taktsang or the tiger’s nest temple is the most revered temple to the Buddhist. This magical temple clings to a vertical granite cliff 800m above the valley. Legend has it that in the 8th century, Guru Rimpochey, a tantric master flew here on the back of a tigress and meditated in a cave around which the temple is built. A hike to this temple will take up most of our morning. In the afternoon, we will host a special Buddhist prayer ceremony at the beautiful 1200 year old Kyichu Lhakhang Temple, to bring us good luck for the rest of the journey.
Overnight in Paro8 hours • Admission Ticket Included3
Paro River
Paro, BhutanDay 3 | Start of the Druk Path Trek
Paro to Jela Dzong
Distance: 10k
Walking time: 6h
Sleeping altitude: 3000m
The start of the Drukpath Trek is at the historic Ta Dzong, the National Museum. We follow a dirt road until it gives way to our trail in the pine forests. The trail is uphill all the way till Jela Dzong, a temple built as a war fortress in the olden days, overlooking the Paro valley below.8 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location4
Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point
Paro, BhutanDay 4 | Jela Dzong to Jangchublakha
Distance: 10k
Walking time: 4h
Sleeping altitude: 3200m
Today’s trail looks like the setting of Stephen Spielberg’s Jurassic Park. With ancient firs wrapped in Spanish moss, a dinosaur or a Bhutanese Yeti might actually surprise you around the bend. You may see yak herders around the campsite.8 hours • Admission Ticket Included5
Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point
Paro, BhutanDay 5 | Jangchublakha to Jimilangtsho
Distance: 13k
Walking time: 6h
Sleeping altitude: 3300m
The trek today starts off with a climb, overlooking the rolling valleys below. Rhododendrons and other high altitude shrubs decorate the rocky trail which climbs up and down. On a clear day the Jumolhari can be seen. Our camp is at the lake of Jimilangtsho.
8 hours • Admission Ticket Included6
Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point
Paro, BhutanDay 6 | Jimilangtsho to Labana
Distance: 15k
Walking time: 7h
Sleeping altitude: 3500m
The trail will take us through dwarf rhododendrons and junipers. We will also pass the lakes of Janatso and Simkotha. The view of the far ridge across the valley which you trekked will fill you with a sense of personal satisfaction and renew you with extra confidence in yourself. Tonight is going to be the coldest of all our camps.8 hours • Admission Ticket Included7
Thimphu’s Weekend Market
Chhogyal Lam, Thimphu, BhutanDay 7 | Labana to Thimphu
Distance: 12k
Walking time: 6h
Pass to cross: Pumo La, 4200m
An hours’ climb from the camp will take us over the highest pass on this trek at 4100m. On a clear day we can see the Gangkhar Puensum, the highest peak in Bhutan. Descending from the pass over rocky steps, we will be greeted by the sight of Thimphu far below in the valley. From this point on, it’s all downhill. We will be passing through the temple and meditation center complex of Phajoding. Our transport will meet us just as we start emerging from the forest and drive to Paro for our departure flight next day. The drive will take slight more than a hour. Overnight in Paro.8 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location8
Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point
Paro, BhutanDay 8 | Departure
Transfer to airport for your departure flight. Our tour staff will bid you farewell at the airport.1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Our guide and driver will be there with your placard waiting for you at the Paro International Airport.View Location
End point
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Our guide and driver will be there with your placard waiting for you at the Paro International Airport.View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Paro International Airport Bhutan.
- Travelers will be picked up 2 hours before departure time
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Additional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Thimphu time to receive 100% refund.
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