Bhutan: Land Of The Thunder Dragon

12 days - from $4130

A spectacular trek combined with the cultural highlights of Bhutan
Visit Bhutan with its unique cultural heritage, a place where only a lucky few get to explore its incredible trekking routes. Our journey gives us an insight into Bhutanese life by visiting attractive towns with their splendid dzongs (monasteries/forts) and easy trekking along a classic Himalayan route. The four day trek follows the ancient high level route between Paro and Thimpu. We trek through splendid rhododendron forests, crossing several passes including the Phume La. En route we pass yak herders settlements and camp beside clear blue mountain lakes with splendid views of the peaks which border Tibet including Gangar Punsum and Jichudrake. In Paro we visit to Takstang Monastery and in Thimpu we visit the impressive Tashichodzong. The spring and autumn departures visit the Paro or Thimpu festivals respectively

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Kathmandu. 2 Fly to Paro,visit Paro Dzong and museum. 3 Hike to Takstang (Tiger's Nest) monastery. 4 Trek to Jele Dzong. 5 Trek to Jangchu Laka. 6 Cross Jangchu La to camp by Jimi Langtsho Lake. 7 To Labana, through Janye Tscho and Simkota Lake. 8 To Labana Pass (4235m) the highest point of the trek and down to the Thimpu Valley, end trek. 9 Sightseeing in Thimpu, drive to Paro. 10 Paro festival and museum. 11 Fly to Kathmandu. 12 End Kathmandu.

Mode of travel: 5 days point-to-point walking with full porterage. Altitude maximum 4235m, average 3654m.
Group size: Normally 4 to 16, plus leader and appropriate local staff.
Accommodation: 7 nights hotels with en suite facilities, 4 nights full service camping.
Food: All breakfasts, 9 lunches and 9 dinners included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $577.50
Trip Reference: TBC
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Notes: NB: Departure date; 11th - 24th September has an extra day in Bhutan.
Trip Reference: TBC