Highlight: 22 days high altitude trekking; 6 days cultural touring and sightseeing in 5 different districts of Bhutan; visit ancient monasteries, Dzongs (fortress-monasteries), more.. Trip Duration 28 days Trekking Grade Most Rigorous Trekking Days 22days Min. Group Size 4 Participants Season Mid May to Mid August Experience the Bhutan that only Few Travelers Get to See! Considered one of the most difficult treks in the world, it takes us through one of the wildest and remotest regions of the Himalayan world. The Trek is strenuous, crossing eleven passes, three of which are well over 5,000 meters. We hike through the heart of one of nature’s most spectacular mountainous landscapes, beneath sky-piercing peaks and thunderous waterfalls, past turquoise lakes and streams, rolling hills and remote yak herders villages. 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. 28 Day Moderate Touring & Most Rigorous Trekking Day 1 & 2: Paro Trek Begins Day 3: Drukgyal Dzong to Shana (Distance: 17 km; Time: 5 -6 hours) Day 4: Shana to Thangthangkha (Distance: 22 km; Time: 6 - 7 hours Day 5: Thangthangkha to Jangothang - Base Camp (Distance: 19 km; Time: 5-6 hours) Day 6: Jangothang to Lingshi (Distance: 18 km; 5-6 hours) Day 7: Lingshi to Chebisa (Distance: 10 km; 5-6 hours) Day 8: Chebisa to Shomuthang (Distance: 17 km; 6-7 hours) Day 9: Shomuthang to Robluthang (Distance: 18 km; 6-7 hours) Day 10: Robluthang to Limithang (Distance: 19 km; 6-7 hours) Day 11: Limithang to Laya (Distance: 10 km; 4-5 hours) Day 12: Explore Laya Day 13: Laya to Rodophu (Distance: 19 km; 6-7 hours) Day 14: Rodophu to Narethang (Distance: 18 km; 5-6 hours) Day 15: Narethang to Tarina (Distance: 18 km; 5-6 hours) Day 16: Tarina to Woche (Distance: 17 km; 5 hours) Day 17: Woche to Lhedi (Distance: 17 km; 5 - 6 hours) Day 18: Lhedi to Thanza (Distance: 17 km; 5 - 6 hours) Day 19: Thanza to Tsochena (Distance: 20 km; 7 - 8 hours) Day 20: Tsochena to Jichu Dramo (Distance: 14 km; 4 - 5 hours) Day 21: Jichu Dramo to Chukarpo (Distance: 18 km; 5 - 6 hours) Day 22: Chukarpo to Thampe Tso (Distance: 18 km; 5 - 6 hours) Day 23: Thampe Tso to Maurothang (Distance: 14 km; 5 hours) Day 24: Maurothang to Sephu (near Tongsa) (Distance: 14 km; 5 hours) End of the Trek Day 25 & 26: Thimphu Day 27: Paro Day 28: Depart by Druk Air 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: Most Rigorous Physically more challenging and more suited to regular hill-walkers who are used to extended days and who are competent over difficult terrain. The trek involves several days of camping at high altitudes. Trip Overview: Moderate Touring with most Rigorous Trekking Adventure Trekking (with only a light daypack) 4-10 hours per day over varying terrain. Lodging Overview: 21 nights tent camping during trek and 7 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.