| »11 Nights and 12 Days Package |
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| Day 1 Arrive Paro |
| During the flight, one will experience breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan peaks like the sacred Mt. Jhumolhari & Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival you will be received by the representative of Shangri-La Bhutan Tours &Treks. O/n hotel. |
| Day 2 Paro Sightseeing |
| After breakfast drive to Drugyel dzong, the ruined fortress which once defended Paro Valley from Tibetan Invasion. This fortress now a burnt shell once strategic in Bhutan's defense against Tibetan invasion. Mt. Jhumolhari (7314 m.) a sacred mountain can be seen on the background of the fortress on a clear day. On the way beck visit the courtyard of the 7th century Kiychu monastery. After lunch visit the National Museum, Paro Dzong and a Farm House. O/n hotel. |
| Day 3 Excursion To Taktsang Monastry |
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Spend a full day hiking to the famous Taktsang the Tiger's Nest. This magical monastery clings to vertical granite cliff 3000 m. above the valley floor. Legend says that Guru Padmasambhava flew here on the back of a Tigress hence the name to meditate. The tigress was actually his favorite consort, Yeshey Tsogyal, whom he transformed into a flying tigress for the purpose of his journey. Riding horses can be arranged to go up. O/n hotel. |
| Day 4 Paro - Jeledzong (Trek Begins) |
| Distance is 6-7 km. - Altitude 8500 ft. The trek trail is rather gradual till the weather is clear the Paro Valley can be seen with the snow-capped mountains. O/n camp. |
| Day 5 Jeledzong - Jangchulakha |
| Distance - 10 km. Altitude - 9500 ft. The trek begins an hour & a half climb and ascends gradually up. The trail takes you through a thick alpine forest and rhododendrons trees. You may see Yaks around the campsite. O/n camp. |
| Day 6 Jangchulakha - Jimilangsto |
| Distance - 11 km. Altitude - 11000 ft. The trail follows the ridge and on a clear day the views of the mountains and the valley are beautiful. The camp is close to the Lake of Jimilangtso. These lakes are known for their giant sized trout. O/n camp. |
Day 7 Jimilangsto - Simkota |
| Distance - 11 km. Alt. - 11500 ft. The trail takes you through dwarf Rhododendron trees and then pass by the lake of Janetso. Today you may come across some Yak Herders camp and you can really have a look as how these people live. Camp is close to Simkota Lake filled with trout. |
Day 8 Simkota - Phajoding |
Distance - 10 km. Alt. - 9500 ft. Today you begin with a gradual climb and if the weather permits you will have a beautiful views of Mt. Gangkar Punsum the highest in Bhutan and also other Himalayan Mountains. The slow descends will reach you at Phajoding cafeteria. O/n cafeteria or camp. |
| Day 9 Phajoding - Thimphu |
Distance - 7-8 km. Alt. - 8050 ft. The trek to Thimphu is all the way down through a forested area of mostly Blue Pine. Taking leisurely you will reach in about 3 hours. O/n hotel. |
| Day 10 Thimphu - Sightseeing |
A full day sightseeing and shopping in Thimphu. Wander in the town, visit the Handicraft emporium. Visit the Memorial Chorten, Zilukha Nunnery and the Tashichodzong. O/n hotel. |
| Day 11 Thimphu - Punakha / Wangdue / Back |
A full day excursion to Punakha and Wangdue valleys across Dochula Pass. On Clear day you can view the whole range of the snow capped northern Himalayas. O/n hotel. |
| Day 12 Thimphu - Paro / Departure |
| Early morning drive to Paro for onward flight. |
Season : March - May & September - December
Group Condition : Minimum 06 Pax
Highlights : Plenty of lakes and diverse flora and fauna. Moderate trek. |
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