Trip Duration
11 days
Trekking Days:
5 days
Season
April to June; Sept. to Nov.
Trekking Grade
Moderate
Minium Group Size
4 Participants





Offering a great variety of trekking conditions, from blue pine and rhododendron forests, to alpine pastureland and breathtaking mountain views, this is one of our most intimate wilderness treks. It is an ideal adventure for nature lovers who are seeking a Himalayan wilderness immersion.

This adventure also features cultural experiences and sightseeing in four important districts of Western Bhutan.



Important Note

Most of our trips take place during the busy season and it is difficult to secure reservations on Druk Air and in Hotels in Paro, Thimphu, Wangdi Phodrang, Tongsa and Bumthang. The farther in advance that you book, the more likely it is that we can confirm the resrvation you choose.

The rule of thumb is: Book as far in advance as possible, but don't hesitate to contact us at the last minute if free time suddenly comes your way.


11 Day Easy Touring & Rigorous Trekking

Day 1: Arrival in Paro by Druk Air

Day 2: Paro sightseeing

Trek Begins

D3:
Dopshari to Jili Dzong
Distance: 7 miles; Elevation gain: 3,900’; Elevation loss: 0; Starting elevation: 7,400’; Ending elevation: 11,316’


D4:
Jili Dzong to Jangchu Lakha
Distance: 7 miles; Elevation gain: 1,084’; Elevation loss: 0; Ending elevation: 12,400’

D5: Jangchu Lakha to Jeyna Tso
Distance: 9 miles; Elevation gain: 1,310’; Elevation loss: 910’; Ending elevation: 12,800’

D6: Jeyna Tso to Jeyna Tso to Phajoding
Distance: 11 miles; Elevation gain: 1,000’; Elevation loss: 1100’; Ending elevation: 12,700’

D7: Phajoding/Thimphu
Distance: 6 miles; Elevation gain: 0’; Elevation loss: 4990’; Ending elevation: 7710’

D8: Thimphu

D9&10: Punakha

D11: Paro

D12: Depart by Druk Air

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Choosing a Trek by Trip Rating

A Rule of Thumb:
Anyone who has no problem with an all-day hike should find our easy treks manageable. And anyone with backpacking experience and who is in good shape generally should have no trouble with a rigorous trek.

Trekking Grade: MODERATE
Hillier and more challenging than our easy treks. Suitable for most hill-walkers as they involve relatively short days, on paths, tracks or glaciers. However, a reasonable level of fitness is required as these trips can involve a considerable amount of ascent and descent and the occasional difficult day.

Trip Overview:
Moderate Touring with Moderate Trekking Adventure
Hiking (with only a light daypack), 4-10 hours per day over varying terrain.

Lodging Overview:
3 nights tent camping during trek and 10 nights in best available hotels and resorts on double occupancy basis with private bath  

Meals
You will eat well. We provide superb meals even in the most remote areas. Our selected hotels and restaurants offer delicious Chinese, continental, Bhutanese and Indian Cuisine. On trek, well trained cooks prepare dishes suitable to western taste ranging from Continental to Chinese and Bhutanese to Indian.