This short trek near Thimphu passes through numerous picturesque high altitude lakes. It is a moderate trek with short trekking days but with few steep climbs.

Season : The best months for this trek are April, September and October.

Day 01 : Arrive Paro

Druk Airways flight to Bhutan is one of the most spectacular in entire Himalayas. Whether flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu or over the foothills from Kolkatta, each flight is a mesmerizing aeronautical feat and offers an exciting descent into the Kingdom. On arrival at Paro airport, immigration and custom formalities and then received by our representative and transfer to the hotel. Evening take a stroll around town’s main street. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Day 02 : Paro

Morning drive the winding road northwest up the Pa Chhu (Paro river) to Drukgyel Dzong, the ruined fortress from where Bhutanese repelled several invasion by Tibetan armies. Mt. Chomolhari (7,314m) reaches skyward beyond the Dzong. Then take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest). Legends says that Guru Padmasambhava flew here on the back of tigress and landed at the spot where monastery was later built. The monastery was severely damaged by fire in year 1998 and now has been fully restored in its original grandeur. The excursion to Tiger’s Nest takes about 5 hours. Evening visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines of the Kingdom.

Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Day 03 : Paro – Thimphu (55 km, 2 hours)

Morning visit Ta Dzong, an ancient watch tower which now houses Bhutan’s National Museum. After that walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, built in 17^th century. It is symbolic as the religious and secular affairs of the country.

Then drive down stream alongside the Paro river to its confluence with Thimphu river and then up valley to Thimphu, the modern capital town. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

Day 04 : Thimphu

Morning visit Arts & Crafts School where centuries old traditional art is taught. National Library is another interesting place to visit which houses vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts. Visit Textile and Folk Heritage Museum, a fascinating testimony of Bhutan’s living traditions.

Afternoon visit Memorial Chorten, the stupa built in the momory of Bhutan’s Third King. Then visit Trashichhodzong, Thimphu’s most impressive building situated at the banks of Wang Chhu river. It houses King’s Throne room and also the summer residence of Chief abbot.

Evening visit Handicrafts Emporium. Here exotic weaves in silk, wool, cotton, silver jewelry, carpets, thangkha paintings, bambooware and other traditional crafts of the Kingdom are available. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

Day 05 : Thimphu – Geynekha, 14 km, 4 hours

Drive for about 45 min to reach starting point of the trek. The first day walk, over a mule path is through terraced paddy fields and coniferous forest. The campsite is near a Chorten alongside stream.

Day 06 : Geynekha – Gur, 15 km, 4 hours

Today’s trek is through one of the most enchanting natural scenery amidst alpine flora. Two hours of gradual uphill walk and rest at huge rock platform, offers a picturesque view of the valley below. A further walk of about two hours reaches to campsite at 3,350 where during spring there are abundance of flowers.

Day 07 : Gur – Labatamba, 12 km, 5 hours

Today’s trek is amidst variety of alpine flowers and meadows which freshen the trekkers. The first pass (4,250m) offers the spectacular view of the whole Dagala range, meadow and yak herders camp. Afternoon walk across hills and meadows reaching campsite near Yutsho lake, know for its golden trouts.

Day 08 : Labatamba – Panka, 8 km, 4 hours

A short upwards walk of half an hour and later descent presents majestic view of Himalayan peaks (alt. 4,450). The prominent peaks such as Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari, Jichu Drake, Tsering Khang, Khangbum, Masagang, Tsendegang and Gangchecn Ta can be view from here. Apart from yaks and horses, Himalayan Monal Pheasants are a common sight en route.

Day 09 : Panka – Talekha, 9 km, 4 hours

This day entails passing through several interesting passes. The area is also known for different varities of Blue-poppy (June-July) and mountain birds.The trek trail ascents along the western side of a lake to saddle at 4,400m, where there are fascinating mountain views. Afternoon an hour’s gradual climb brings you to the tip of last Dagala range from where the view of Thimphu valley is superb. Further an hour’s walk takes you to Talekha, the last camping place on this trek.

Day 10 : Talekha – Simtokha - Thimphu – Paro

Walk downhill on a steep, eroded trail to Simtokha amidst forests of rhododendron and bamboo and apple orchards. Visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built in 1627 which now houses the School for Buddhist studies. Picked up by your transport near Simtokha Dzong and drive to Thimphu.

Evening transfer to Paro for overnight stay.

Day 11 : Paro Depart

After breakfast transfer to Paro International Airport for flight to onward destination.

Note: Rates are subject to change due to fluctuation in currency resulting in increased tour cost, which will be borne by the passenger. SNS TOURS has the right to withdraw or amend this offer at any given time without prior notice. We do not guarantee any service performance by the service providers.

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