12-Day Bhutan Jomolhari Trekking Tour with Paro and Thimphu

12 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Venture into another world on this 12-day trekking tour in Bhutan on the soul-stirring Jomolhari Trek. Explore the great diversity of the Bhutanese landscape th...

Duration: 12 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Hard · Accommodation: Included · Budget · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Thimphu, Paro, Jomolhari · Languages: English

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What's Included

Trekking necessities
Government tax
Transportation
All meals
English-speaking trekking guide
Sleeping tent
Dining tent
Kitchen tent
Toilet tent
Shower tent
Toilet seats
Rubber mats
Inflatable air mats
Carpets
Hot water rubber bags
Table and chairs
Sleeping bag liners
Warm blankets
Pillows
Duffle bags
Gamow bag or PAC
Oxygen masks only during an emergency

Not Included

Travel insurance
Airfare
Personal calls
Beverages

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Paro and Cultural Sightseeing

Arrive in Paro by flight, followed by a meet and greet with your tour guide. Head to your hotel and enjoy a warm lunch. Head to your hotel and enjoy a warm lunch. Spend the afternoon sightseeing around Paro, including a visit to Ta Dzong, the National Museum, which houses many religious relics, works of art, and handicrafts. Spend the afternoon sightseeing around Paro, including a visit to Ta Dzong, the National Museum, which houses many religious relics, works of art, and handicrafts. Visit Rinpung Dzong to see the painting of the great saint Milarepa, who is considered the master of meditation by the Bhutanese. Visit Rinpung Dzong to see the painting of the great saint Milarepa, who is considered the master of meditation by the Bhutanese. Walk to the beautiful cantilever wooden bridge, which is still in use. Walk to the beautiful cantilever wooden bridge, which is still in use. Overnight in Paro.
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Day 02

Taktsang Monastery and Paro Valley Sightseeing

Have a hearty breakfast. Hike to Taktsang Monastery and witness its spectacular setting. Hike to Taktsang Monastery and witness its spectacular setting. Stop for lunch near a teahouse. Stop for lunch near a teahouse. Drive to the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong in the afternoon, a historic monument built by the Shabdrung. Drive to the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong in the afternoon, a historic monument built by the Shabdrung. Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples constructed by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples constructed by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. Overnight in Paro.
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Day 03

Trek from Drukgyel Dzong to the Campsite

Start trekking from Drukgyel Dzong with a short downhill walk on a wide track. Start trekking from Drukgyel Dzong with a short downhill walk on a wide track. Climb gently through well-maintained fields of millet and rice terraces to reach apple orchards and forest. Climb gently through well-maintained fields of millet and rice terraces to reach apple orchards and forest. Reach the army post of Gunitsawa as the valley widens. This will be the last stop before heading to Tibet. Reach the army post of Gunitsawa as the valley widens. This will be the last stop before heading to Tibet. Continue upwards to just beyond Sharma Zampa, where there are several good camping places in meadows surrounded by trees. Continue upwards to just beyond Sharma Zampa, where there are several good camping places in meadows surrounded by trees. Overnight at the campsite.
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Day 04

Forest Trails Along the Pa Chu

Follow the Pa Chu (Paro River) trail, ascending and descending through pine, oak, and spruce forest. Follow the Pa Chu (Paro River) trail, ascending and descending through pine, oak, and spruce forest. Stop for lunch after crossing a bridge to the left bank of the river. Stop for lunch after crossing a bridge to the left bank of the river. Continue along the river, climbing upwards through rhododendron forest and crossing the river once more before reaching the campsite. Continue along the river, climbing upwards through rhododendron forest and crossing the river once more before reaching the campsite. Overnight at the campsite.
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Day 05

Trek to Jangothang with Mountain Views

Reach the army camp along the ascending path. Follow the river above the tree line and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding peaks. Follow the river above the tree line and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding peaks. Have a hot lunch served at a yak herder's camp. Have a hot lunch served at a yak herder's camp. Walk from here into the valley to reach the campsite at Jangothang and take in the superb views of Chomolhari and Jichu Drake. Walk from here into the valley to reach the campsite at Jangothang and take in the superb views of Chomolhari and Jichu Drake. Overnight at the campsite.
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Day 06

Cross the Ridge to Lingshi Campsite

Follow the trail along a gentle stream for half an hour and cross a bridge to the right bank. Follow the trail along a gentle stream for half an hour and cross a bridge to the right bank. Climb up the first ridge and enjoy breathtaking views of Chomolhari, Jichu Drake, and Tserimgang. Climb up the first ridge and enjoy breathtaking views of Chomolhari, Jichu Drake, and Tserimgang. Descend gradually, enjoying a panoramic view of the mountain peaks and Lingshi Dzong from the pass. Descend gradually, enjoying a panoramic view of the mountain peaks and Lingshi Dzong from the pass. Reach the campsite at Lingshi. Reach the campsite at Lingshi. Overnight at the campsite.
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Day 07

Yeli-La Pass to Shodu Campsite

Climb up and follow the trail towards a small white chorten on a ridge above the camp. Turn south up the deep Mo Chu valley. The trail stays on the west side of this largely treeless valley, climbing steadily a short distance above the Mo Chu. Turn south up the deep Mo Chu valley. The trail stays on the west side of this largely treeless valley, climbing steadily a short distance above the Mo Chu. Cross the river and climb steeply for two hours to Yeli-La. On a clear day, you may witness Chomolhari, Gangchenta, Tserimgang, and Masagang from this pass. Cross the river and climb steeply for two hours to Yeli-La. On a clear day, you may witness Chomolhari, Gangchenta, Tserimgang, and Masagang from this pass. Descend alongside a stream to a rock shelter in a cliff face and continue heading downstream. Descend alongside a stream to a rock shelter in a cliff face and continue heading downstream. Reach Shodu, where you will camp in a meadow with a chorten in it. Reach Shodu, where you will camp in a meadow with a chorten in it. Overnight at the campsite.
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Day 08

Descend to Barshong Dzong Ruins

Descend through rhododendron, juniper, and mixed alpine forests while witnessing stunning views along the way. Descend through rhododendron, juniper, and mixed alpine forests while witnessing stunning views along the way. Stop at the riverside for a hot lunch. Stop at the riverside for a hot lunch. Go upwards to the ruins of Barshong Dzong to set camp. Go upwards to the ruins of Barshong Dzong to set camp. Overnight at the campsite.
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Day 09

Forest Descent to the Thimphu Chu

Descend gently through a dense forest of rhododendron, birch, and conifers, then drop steeply to meet the Thimphu Chu. Descend gently through a dense forest of rhododendron, birch, and conifers, then drop steeply to meet the Thimphu Chu. Climb around a cliff face high above the Thimphu Chu, coming out onto pastureland to set camp for the night. Climb around a cliff face high above the Thimphu Chu, coming out onto pastureland to set camp for the night. Overnight at the campsite.
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Day 10

Trek to Dodena and Drive to Thimphu

Follow the trail winding in and out of a side valley above the Thimphu Chu, making a long ascent through a forest of conifers and high-altitude broadleaf species to a pass. Drop steeply down to the river, following the trail southward to the road head at Dodena. Bhutan Travel Bureau transport meets you here. Drive to Thimphu and stay overnight.
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Day 11

Thimphu Sightseeing and Return to Paro

Enjoy sightseeing in Thimphu, beginning with a visit to the National Memorial Chorten, which depicts the Buddhist faith in the form of paintings and statues. Enjoy sightseeing in Thimphu, beginning with a visit to the National Memorial Chorten, which depicts the Buddhist faith in the form of paintings and statues. See other highlights, including Changangkha Temple, Drubthob Monastery housing the Zilukha Nunnery, and the School for Arts and Crafts. See other highlights, including Changangkha Temple, Drubthob Monastery housing the Zilukha Nunnery, and the School for Arts and Crafts. Visit the National Library, which houses a collection of Bhutanese scriptures, and see a fascinating replica of a medieval farmhouse at the Folk Heritage Museum. Visit the National Library, which houses a collection of Bhutanese scriptures, and see a fascinating replica of a medieval farmhouse at the Folk Heritage Museum. Depart for Paro in the early evening. Depart for Paro in the early evening. Overnight in Paro.
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Day 12

Departure from Paro

Head to the airport for your flight back home. Head to the airport for your flight back home.