On arrival at Paro airport, welcomed by our Bhutan representative and after immigration formalities, you will escort to the hotel. A pre-trip discussion held in Hotel where you can meet your group leader/guide then you can ask any questions you may have. After lunch, the day will start with a guided tour of Paro historical and spiritual key attractions; visit the National Museum which has a very interesting assortment of costumes, treasures and world-renowned stamps, and will bring alive the history of Bhutan since the 6th century. Visit Paro Dzong, headquarter of Paro (2280m) District.

The trail to the monastery climbs through beautiful pine forest. You stop at the cafeteria for a rest and refreshments and continue the hike for short while until you see, clearly and seemingly within reach, the remains of Taktsang monastery. Built in 1600s, this incredible monastery clings to the edge of a sheer rock cliff that plunges 900 meters into the valley below. The history states that Guru Padmasambhava, the Tantric mystic who brought Buddhism to Bhutan, landed here on the back of a flying tiger.

Drive to Punakha via the Dochula pass (3050 m), through magnificent forests of rhododendron and magnolia. From the pass one can see the panoramic view of the eastern Himalayas. From here you will travel down hill to reach Punakha (1,600m) for lunch. Visit Punakha Dzong. It was old capital of Bhutan before moved to Thimphu. Enjoy visiting the Dzong (built in 1637 during the time of Shabdrung). The Dzong is now used as the winter residence for the Central Monk body and head quarters of Punakha district.

The trek starts by the side of the river, following a well-made path through semitropical forests. This part of the area is quite wet and one has to watch out for leeches. There are also lots of wild orchids around for those who love flowers. The day walk is fairly gentle, climbing up to Damji village (2250m).

The path continues through subtropical forests and villages up to Gasa Tsachu (Hot spring) The Tsachu is a famous place where many people from all over Bhutan come to bath for its curative powers. There are four pools, ranging from mild to hot. A Hot lunch will be served here. After lunch, 2 hours stiff climb to Gasa Dzong and camp below the Dzong (2,900m)

After breakfast visit the Dzong which was built in the 17th century to protect the valley against Tibetan invaders. The path starts with a stiff climb up to Bele la pass (3,700m) through bamboo, rhododendron, juniper and fir forests. The climb up to the pass will take around 5 hours. The descent will be about half - hour to camp at Chamsa (3650m)

The path starts by descending to the bank of the Mo - Chu River. It goes up and down again to detour back up the hillside, to avoid the steep spur. Lunch will be served near the side of the bridge crossing the river. After lunch climb up gradually to Laya (3,800m) via crossing the army camp.

One can go around the village visiting the houses and people. The Laya people are very fascinating and friendly and will happily pose for photographs. The women in Laya wear a very special dress. In the evening there will be a cultural dance if the local people are around.

From Laya descends to the army camp and continues following the river until the turn off point to Rhodophu (4350m). After lunch continue the climb through rhododendron bushes until the camp.

his is the longest day of the trip and therefore it is essential to start very early. We start at 5 am by climbing to Tsimola (4,700 m). After crossing the first pass and at the little summit one can have a superb view of Lunana, Chomolhari and Jichu Drake. The path is flat for another four hours till the climb to Gangla Karchung la pass (5,080 m). The view from the pass is breath taking. The whole range of mountains, including Masagang, Tsendegang, and Teri Gang can be seen. After the pass there is a very long descent to Tarina valley (3980m).

This day is much easier as the path follows the river down the valley. Lunch will be served at the lowest Point of today’s trek, (3500m). After lunch climb up about 300 meters to the village of Woche (3800m) for overnight camp.

The trek starts through juniper and fir forests and then through rhododendron bushes. We climb up to Keche la pass (4,480 m) where one can have a great view of the mountains. After the pass, descend to the riverside, walking through the village with stunning views of Table Mountain and others. Follow the river (one of the main sources of the Pho- Chu), until we reach Lhedi village (3650m).

The trek continues following the river, rising gradually to Choejong village. After lunch visit the Choejong Dzong and then continue towards the wide valley, crossing the bridge to reach Thanza (4000m).

The day starts with an ascent of the ridge with a great view of Table Mountain and the Thanza valley below. The ridge rises gradually from 4500m to 4650m after a series of further ridges we reach the campsite of Tshorim (5125m)

The day starts with a short climb to Tshorim Lake, a real highlight of the trek, with a panoramic view of the Gophu-La ranges. The final ascent to the Gophu-La Pass (5230m) is very short. After the pass, it’s downhill along the ridge to the base camp, with views of Gangkar Puensum. It is possible to make a detour and climb the Pyramid Peak for the views. The alternative takes us straight down to the base camp near Sha Chu (4970m)

Enjoy the view of Gangkar Puensum, the highest unclimbed mountain in Bhutan.

 The trail continues along the Sha Chu and descends gradually to Geshe Woma (4200m).

The Sha Chu forms the route for a further two and a half hours until the beginning of a stiff climb to Saka-La. Visibility along the Saka-La trail is poor and we will be guided by the top of the ridge. After lunch near a yak herder’s camp, we ascend to the Saka-La Pass (4800m). A descent to the lakes is followed by another stunning but short climb, with views of small lakes and mountain peaks. Camp is at 4000m. (Walking time 8 to 9 hours)

 A half-hour climb takes us to the Juli-La Pass (4400m) before dropping down to the river through dense rhododendron, juniper and conifer forests. After the bridge a further short ascent lead to Dur Tsachu hot spring where Guru Padmasambhava is supposed to have bathed.

From the hot spring it is a long and steady climb with wonderful views of the mountains in Lunana. Blue lakes and yak herding encampments can be seen.

This is the last day of the trek when we exchange yaks for pack ponies. The path follows the Chamkhar Chu, descending gradually, and the trek ends at Dur village where waiting transport will take us to the lodge in Bumthang (Jakar).

After breakfast, drive to Thimphu and visit Simthokha Dzong. It is the oldest Dzong in Bhutan. After lunch drive to Paro.

After breakfast in the hotel, drive to the airport in time to catch up your onward flight.