Name of the Trek   Jomolhari Trek
Nature of Trek   Medium - Strenuous Trek
Duration   12 days
Highest Altitude    4,900 M
Trek Starts   Paro - Drugyal Dzong
Trek Ends    Dodena, Thimphu
Best Season    March – May and Sept - October

This is undoubtedly one of most stunning trekking package.

Day 01 (Arrive - Paro ): The flight into Paro by Druk Air – Bhutan’s National Airline, is a befitting introduction to the stunning beauty of our country. On a clear day, one can have brilliant views of the world’s highest peaks. The Paro International Airport (where you will lend) lies in the lush green valley of Paro. Your local escort from Bhutan Travel Connection will receive you on arrival, and then drive you to your Hotel.

Day 02 (Paro): Morning - Drive to the ruins of the Drukgyal Dzong 15 km up the valley. Built in 1647 by the great Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, unifier of medieval Bhutan. The dzong was destroyed accidentally by fire and was left in ruins since then. However it serves as a reminiscent of the great victories it was built to commemorate. On a clear day, you can have spectacular view of Mt. Jhomolhari (7,314 m).
Our next visit is Ta Dzong, an ancient watchtower, which now houses the National Museum. Below the museum is the Paro Rimpung Dzong, the centre of civil and religious authority in this district. A short walk will take you to the base of the dzong and across a traditional wooden cantilevered bridge. The evening ends with a free time to stroll through Paro's main shopping area.

Day 03 (Paro – Shana) (Start of Trek): Our trek to Shana starts at Drukgyal Dzong following the Pacchu River and we will pass cultivated fields and tiny scenic villages. The forests are alive with abundant birds and brightly colored butterflies. We will reach our campsite in about 5-6 hours. It is about 2,580 m above sea level and the campsite is called Shana.

Day 04 (Shana – Soi Thangthangka): The trail follows the river through a densely forested area with a few isolated farmhouses. This forest is picturesque one comprising of Oak with splendid hinging mosses, Junipers and Rhododendron. The trek becomes more enchanting because of the birds singing all through the trail. Camp is in a pasture with a stone shelter. Altitude 3610 m; Time 8 - 9 hours.

Day 05 (Soi Thangthangka - Jangothang): The trail slowly leaves the forest line and gradually climbs into a handsome valley, passing Tegethang, a winter home of yak herdsmen. Lunch will be served in one of these yak herder’s camps. Plenty of yaks will be seen before we arrive at the Jhomolhari base camp (4,100 m). One can have a superb view of the glacier mountain peaks all around. Directly opposite to our campsite is Mt. Jomolhari overlooking in its white glory. Nearby are the ruins of an old fortress used to guard Bhutan against Tibetan invasions. This base camp is at an altitude of 4,100 m. Walking Time 5 - 6 hours.

Day 06 (Jangothang - Halt): A rest day for acclimatization. We can take this chance to walk up to the Jhomolhari glaciers or to the Tsho Phu lakes on the opposite direction from where one can see the spectacular mountain peaks – Mt. Jomolhari , Mt. Jichu Drake and Mt. Tsherim Gang.

Day 07 (Jangothang – Lingshi): The trail follows glacier stream for around half an hour and crosses a narrow wooden bridge. Then the climb to Nyele Pass (4850m) consists of first stretch of steep one, followed by a gradual one, and yet again a steep one near the pass. Nonetheless the breathtaking view of Mountain peaks on this trail will make you forget the strenuous uphill climb.
After crossing this pass it is a gradual descend to Lingshi campsite (4040m). One can enjoy the panoramic view of Lingshi Dzong and the mountain peaks around. Walking time 7-8 hours.

Day 08 (Lingshi – Shodu): It is a gradually accent through the valley for about 4 hours before one reaches a steep climb to Yelela (4900m), the highest pass on this trek.
Then it is long but gradual decent to our next campsite at Shodu. Altitude 3750m. Walking time 8-9 hours.

Day 09 (Shodu – Barshong): Now we return to the tree lines again. The trail follows the Wangchu River, descending through forests of rhododendron, junipers and other alpine species.
Prior reaching the campsite, the trail gradually ascends to the ruins of Barshong Dzong. Our campsite will be at little below the ruins. Altitude 3600m. Walking time 6-7 hours.

Day 10 (Barshong – Dodena) (End of Trek): The footpath on this trek will descend through two kinds of forests - alpine forest and bamboo forest. We will also follow the Wangchu River for a while. Arrive Dodena where your Bhutan Travel Connection vehicles will be waiting for you.
Drive to Thimphu after refreshments. Thimphu is around 15 kilometers from Dodena. Overnight at Hotel in Thimphu.

Day 11 (Thimphu - Paro): After breakfast we visit the National Memorial Chorten built in honour of our late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Then visit the National Library, stocked with ancient Buddhist manuscripts. It also has the World’s Largest Book weighing 62.5 Kilograms. Visit will also be made to The Painting School, where the 13 traditional arts & crafts are being taught. Institute of Traditional Medicine located in the same area will also be visit. The Institute prepares the medicines according to ancient practices. The art of acupuncture is still practiced here.
Afternoon- Visit handmade Paper Factory at work. Other highlights include a visit to the Tashichho Dzong, seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). We finally visit the Handicrafts Emporium, which has all types of Bhutanese handicrafts for sale.
Late afternoon – Drive to Paro (2 hours). Overnight hotel in Paro.

Day 12 (Departure): Bhutan Travel Connection representative will see you off at the airport.

Price for this tour for 1 person is from US$ 3,198.00

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Above mentioned rates are applicable to change without prior notice. The above mentioned packages are LAND ONLY but will include a daily itinerary, all Bhutanese Government Visa Fees, Taxes and Royalty. Accommodation will be in tourist hotels on a full board basis throughout the tour.( with exception of the drinks) entrée fees, airport and tour transportation will be included as well as a qualified English speaking guide accompanying you during the whole duration of the tour. In case another speaking guide will be needed a surcharge will be applicable.

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