Heart-warming 10 Days 9 Nights paro Trip Package

hotel Sonam Trophel Inn 3star

The flight into Paro (2280 m 7524 ft) on Druk air is spectacular. In the clear weather, magnificent views of the world/’s highest peaks give way to the verdant green of the Paro valley. After clearing customs and visa control, we are met by our guide and then drive a short distance to your hotel.

hotel Sonam Trophel Inn 3star

After breakfast, we drive the winding road to the Drukgyal Dzong, the ruined fort, which once defended this valley from Tibetan invasions. Mount Chomolhari can be seen on a clear day from Drukgyal village. We then drive to Shari to hike up (or horse ride) to the Taktsang monastery (Tiger/’s nest). The horse ride up or hike to the cafeteria will take around one and half hour. At the view point enjoy the stunning view of the monastery, where Guru Padmasambhava landed on the back of a tigers in the 8th century. On our way back to the hotel we visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temple in Bhutan built in 7th century.

hotel Campsite 3star

After an early breakfast, you will be picked up by our representatives from the hotel and driven to Paro and Ta Dzong or the National Museum. The trek trail is a rather gradual climb till the camp and if the weather is clear the Paro valley can be seen with the Mt. Jumolhari (7314 m) and snow capped mountains behind the valley.

hotel Campsite 3star

The trail takes you through thick alpine forest and rhododendron trees. Most of the walking is up and down on a ridge. Mt. Jhumolhari is also visible. Pass by Jangchulakha, where we used to have a campsite but due to lack of water, we have moved our campsite to Ashoka. You may see Yak herders around Jangchulakha.

hotel Campsite 3star

The trail follows the ridge and on a clear day the views of the mountains and valley are beautiful, in particular, the Jichu Drake (6989 m) camp close to the Lake of Jimilangtso. These lakes are known for their giant sized trout.

hotel Campsite 3star

The trail takes you through dwarf rhododendron trees and then you pass by the lake of Janye Tsho. Today you may come across Yak herder’s camps and you can really have a look as to how these people live. The camp is close to Simkota Lake.

hotel Campsite 3star

You begin with a gradual climb up to Phume la (4210 m) the highest elevation for this trek. If the weather permits you will have beautiful views of Mt. Gangkhar Punsum (7541 m) the highest mountain in Bhutan and other Himalayan peaks. Below, you can see the entire Thimphu valley.

hotel Hotel Druk 3star

The trek to Thimphu is all the way down hill through a forested area of mostly Blue pine. By taking leisurely pace you can reach Thimphu in about 3 hours for a nice hot shower and lunch. Leisure time and overnight at hotel Druk.

hotel Sonam Trophel Inn 3star

In the morning, visit the Institute of Traditional Medicine, where old healing arts such as acupuncture and herbal remedies are still practiced. Also visit the Folk Heritage Museum, which is dedicated to connecting people to the Bhutanese rural past. See the Textile Museum, where the art of traditional weaving is still kept alive and preserved. Other highlights include a visit to the Bhutanese Handmade Paper Factory, Zilukha Nunnery, Motithang Mini Zoo, and Sangaygang viewpoint.

In the morning, your Bhutanese escort will bid you farewell at Paro airport.