Day 01 : Arrival Paro, Bhutan
On arrival at Paro International Airport, the representative of Radhi Bhutan Tours will receive you and escort you/group to the hotel. Overnight at Paro, elevation 2280m.
Day 02 : Paro-Sightseeing
Drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought off Tibetan invaders in 17th century. The snowy dome of sacred Jhomolhari, “mountain goddess” (7314 m) can be seen in all her glory from the approach road to the Dzong on a clear day. Along the way, visit the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by the Tibetan King in 7th century. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan.
Later, visit Ta Dzong, originally built as a watchtower, which now houses Bhutan’s National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons & armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts. Overnight at Paro.
Day 03 : Paro-Taktsang-Thimphu
Morning hike up to the Taktsang Monastery (Taktsang means Tiger’s Nest), which is 900m high above the floor of Paro valley. According to the legend, it is said that Guru Rinpoche, popularly known as second Buddha flew to the site of the monastery on the back of a flying tigress in 8th century, and mediated for three months. Afternoon – drive to Thimphu (60 KM), the capital town of Bhutan. Overnight at Thimphu, elevation 2320m.
Day 04 : Thimphu-Sightseeing
Visits:
- National Memorial Chorten (Chorten means Stupa). The monument was built in 1974 in memory of the 3rd King of Bhutan.
- Folk Heritage Museum, Textile Museum and the Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School), where students undergo a 6-year training course in Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts and crafts.
- Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts shops known as Craft Bazar, which displays wide assortment of beautifully hand-woven textiles, crafted products, thangkas, masks, ceramics, slate and woodcarvings, jewellery, and other interesting items made from local materials by the local Artisans.
- Giant Buddha at Kuenselphodrang. This massive statue of Shakyamuni (51.5 meters), making it one of the largest statues of Bhutan in the world.
- Takin (national animal of Bhutan) preserve located in Motithang.
After 1700 hrs, visit Tashichhodzong, “the fortress of the glorious religion”. This is the center of government and religion, site of the monarch’s throne room and seat of the Je Khenpo or Chief Abbot. Later, depending on the interest of the group, short talk on the philosophy of Gross National Happiness in Bhutan can be arranged. Overnight at Thimphu.
Day 05 : Thimphu to Geynekha and trek to Gur
Drive for 2 hours to reach the starting point for the trek. The first day’s walk is along a mule path, passing by terraced fields and coniferous forest. Along the way, you will see many varieties of alpine flora and also some animals and birds. After gradual uphill walks of two hours, you will arrive at a picturesque view of the valley below. After another two hours the trek ends for the day. Overnight Camp at Gur.
Day 06 : Gur to Labatamba
12km, 5 hours
Today’s trek takes us across meadows and during the spring, you will be welcomed by abundance carpets of flowers. From the pass, a spectacular view of the whole Dagala range, alpine meadows and yak herder’s camps can be seen on a clear day. After lunch we will walk across hills and over meadows, ending the third day of our trek at Yutsho Lake. Overnight camp near the lake.
Day 07 : Labatamba Halt
Excursion to any one of these three lakes: Relitsho, Hentsho and Jamatsho. Your guide leader will tell you mystical stories about these lakes. Overnight at the camp.
Day 08 : Labatama to Panka
8km, 4 hours
There will be splendid views of the Himalayas on the descent. Your escort will help you in identifying individual peaks such as Everest, Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari, Jichu Drake, Tserimgang, Khangbum, Masagang, Tsendegang and Gangchenta. Himalayan monal pheasants are a common sight along the trails. Overnight camp on a grassy meadow at Panka.
Day 09 : Panka to Talekha-Thimphu
8km, 4 hours
Today, you will be crossing several impressive passes. You will also see several varieties of the blue poppy (season in June-July) and also many mountain birds along the way. After lunch, continue gradual climb brings us to the top of the last ridge of Dagala range. From here, you can enjoy a spectacular view of Thimphu valley. From the Talekha monastery, Radhi Tour transport will meet you/group and drive to Thimphu. Overnight at Hotel, Thimphu.
Day 10 : Thimphu -Paro
After breakfast, drive to Paro international airport for your onward flight.
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