After breakfast meet Himalayan Holidays representative and transfer to the International Airport to board the Druk Air flight to Paro. This flight offers breathtaking views of Rolwaling Himalaya, Mount Everest, Makalu, Kangchenjunga and other famous Himalayan peaks, including the sacred Mt. Chomolhari and Mt. Jitchu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be received by our representatives and escorted to the hotel.

PM: Sightseeing tour of Paro valley (time permitting).

Diner and overnight at Paro Kichu Resort.

Day hike to Taktsang Monastery also popularly known as the “Tiger’s Nest”.  The hike that is all the way uphill takes about 2~3 hours through small villages and pine forests. The monastery clings to a huge granite cliff 800 meters above the Paro valley. It is believed that the great saint Padmasambhava came in the 7th century on a flying tigress and meditated in a cave for 3 months. The demons were subdued who were trying to stop the spread of Buddhism and converted the Paro valley into Buddhism. During the end of the 17-century a monastery was built on the spot where the saint meditated and it is a pilgrimage site for every Bhutanese to visit once in their lifetime. Stroll back or drive back to the Kichu Resort for a hearty lunch and some rest. Later in the afternoon visit the Paro Dzong, the Paro Market area and the National Museum.
Dinner and overnight at Kichu Resort in Paro.

Drive to Drugyel Dzong where the trek begins. The path goes upstream of the Pachu River through villages gradually ascending to 2800 meters at Shana camp. Walking time 5~6 hours.
Dinner and overnight camp at Shana. 

The trail again follows the Pachu River ascending through pine, oak and spruce forest. Lunch will be served near a wooden bridge. The camp is at an altitude of 3800 meters near a stone shelter. Walking time 7~8 hours.

Dinner and overnight camp at Soi Thangthangkha. 

Climb slowly for a while till you reach an army camp. Then follow the river above the tree line with stunning views of the surrounding peaks. Hot lunch will be served inside a Yak herder’s camp. An easy walk will reach you to Jangothang at an altitude of 4050 meters. The view of Chomolhari (7320 meters) and Jichu Drake (6900 meters) is superb. Both the mountains are still virgin peaks. Walking time 4~5 hours.

Diner and overnight camp at Jangothang.

Explore the surrounding areas like Tshophu Lake, visit Yak herders shelters or simply relax around the camp with a book.
Dinner and overnight camp at Jangothang.

The trail follows the stream for about half an hour and crosses the bridge to the right side. Climb up the ridge and enjoy stunning views of Chomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tshrim Khang mountains. Walk through the wide-open valley sometimes coming across herds of blue sheep. The climb up to the Nyele la pass 4700 meters is not too difficult and the view is breathtaking. After the pass it’s a gradual descend through the valley with beautiful views on all sides. Nearing the camp you will see the Lingshi Dzong perched on top of a hill with commanding view of the valley. Arrive at the camp at 4100 meters near a stone shelter. Walking time 6~7 hours. Dinner and overnight camp at Lingshi.

Today is the most difficult day so the walk should start early. Begin walking opposite the dzong gradually through the valley until the stiff climb to Yale la pass at 4950 meters, the highest point of the trip. The panoramic view of Mt.Chomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tshrim Gang is breathtaking. After the pass it’s a long descent to the camp at 3750 meters. Walking time 7~8 hours.

Dinner and overnight camp at Shodu.

The path follows the Thimchu River descending through rhododendron, Juniper and pine forests. The view of the cliff facing rocks and waterfalls are stunning. The trail gradually ascends after 3/4 hours to the ruins of Barshong Dzong reaching the camp at 3500 meters. Walking time 5~6 hours.
Dinner and overnight camp at Barshong.

The path descends for a while joining the Thimchu river and gradually ascending and descending through thick bamboo and pine forests. From Dolemkencho the trail descends all the way to Dodina where the ITT coach will be waiting for your return. Walking time 7~8 hours. Drive 1 and half hour to Thimphu (capital city). Dinner and overnight camp at Dodina.

AM stroll around the market and drive 2 hours to Paro. PM: Paro sightseeing. Overnight Kichu resort.

After breakfast transfer to Paro Airport to board the Druk Air flight to Home County.