Bhutan » Bumthang Cultural Trekking

Arrive Paro. During this flight, one will experience breathtaking views of Mount. Everest Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan peaks including sacred Chomolhari and Mount. Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival received by International Treks representative and transfer to the hotel. Evening visit to Paro market and town. Overnight at the hotel.

Morning after breakfast Paro Sightseeing.Paro is a picturesque valley with quaint clusters of hamlets amidst terraced paddy field. The town still maintains traditions by way of its architecture and the simple way of life.Morning trip toTa-dzong or National Museum. Rated among the best natural history museums in Asia, Ta-Dzong offers unique and varied collections ranging from ancient armount to textiles and thangkha paintings. Then walk down the trail to visit Paro Dzong (Rinpung Dzong) built during the time of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646. It now houses the Paro monastic school and office of the civil administration. Also Rinppung Dzong is venue of Paro Tshechu, held once a year in spring. Afternoon drive up Valley to the Drukgyel Dzong or the Fort of Drukpa victory. From this fortress Bhutanese repelled several invasion by Tibetans throughout the course of history. Looming above the smoldered ruins is the snowcapped peak of Mount. Chomolhar. Also visit traditional Bhutanese Farm House, nestled below the dzong. Then drive towards Paro Town enroute visiting Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest monastery of the Kingdom reflecting introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan. Dinner and Overnight at Hotel

After breakfast drive to Thimphu, the capital town passing via idyllic countryside, through villages and paddy fields. Enroute visit theSimtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress Of the country now house the school of Buddhist studies. On arrival check-in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Thimphu valley, visit Tashichhodzong; the seat of the government, Memorial Chorten; the stupa built in the memory of Bhutan's Third King and handicrafts emporium displaying rich traditional crafts of the Kingdom. Also, you may be able to catch a gem of archery in progress at the Changlimethang compound, just below the town. Evening take a stroll around market area. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Wangdi enroute visit Dochula pass (3,100 m). The pass Is marked by a large Bhutanese Chorten and prayer flags. The pass offers the most Spectacular view of the high peaks of the eastern Himalayas. On arrival in Punakha Visit Punakha Dzong, built by Shabdrung Ngawang, Namgyal 1n 17th century and situated of the junction of Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers. Later drive to Wangdi. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Tongsa on arrival visit Tongsa Dzong, the masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture and see Ta-Dzong, the watchtower built to defent this dzong. After lunch, proceed to Bumthang, the religious heartland of the nation. On arrival,check-in at Lodge. Visit the Dairy Farm, Swiss cheese Factory and Apple Juice Factory. Walk around Bumthang valley in preparation for the excursion to Ngang Lhakhang. Overnight Bumthang Hotel.

Morning after breakfast start our begning day of trek the route follows the Chamkhar Chu, a river known for trout. Stop for lunch at Thangbi Lhakhang. From here the trek enters the Ngang Yul (Land of the Swan) at the centre of which lies the Ngang Lhakhang (Swan Temple). In by-gone days, the valley was populated by swans, and hence the name Ngang Yul. Overnight Camp.

The trek starts with a gradual climb to Phephe La Pass at an altitude of 3353 meters, the highest point of the trek route. The trail passes through beautiful forested areas where many stops can be made to enjoy the natural beauty of the place. Along the way, the Ugyenchholing Palace can be seen. Overnight at the camp, 7 to 8 hours walk.