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Samtengang Trek

Trip Type: Trekking

Nature of Trek: Easy

Activities: Hiking and Walking

Duration: 11 days

Months: Oct- March

This is an enjoyable and one of the easier low altitude winter treks in Bhutan within two districts from Limukha/Punakha to Wangdiphodrang. It will be a fantastic trek within short period of 3- 4 days because you will be passing several villages, small impressive hills, the forest of rhododendron, on November the small hills will be revamp by full bloom of Rhododendron flowers, we can also see the oak trees, paddy fields, monastery, lake, and also provides a glimpse of western Bhutanese culture.

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Trip Type: TrekkingNature of Trek: EasyActivities: Hiking and Walking

Duration: 12 days

Months: Oct- March

Nabji-Khorphu Winter Trek is Community Based Tourism , officially allowed to open in October 2006 which is set out in Jigme Singye Wangchuk National park with the rich ecological environment,and you will see the finest Golden langur(Trachypithecus geei), one of the rarest primates only found in Bhutan and neighbouring Assam. It can be also suitable for bird quest as this park is well-known for endangered Rufous-necked Hornbill (Aceros nepalensis)., mynas, Himalaya blue-fronted redsatrts,Eurasian sparrows,golden-throated barbet, yellow-bellied flowerpecker and many more. Besides this you will also encounter the natural beauty of the area, the area also contains different cultural history, witmatrimonialessed among others by the presence of a tribute pillar in the temple of Nabji. The pillar symbolizes the occasion that the Guru Rimphoche had tranquilized the two kings of Nauche from India and King Sindu from Bhutan they were intermediated by Guru Rimpoche through negotiation during eight century in this trail. Moreover, along the six day trail, more traces of Guru Rimpoche presence during those days can be found.

The track has been developed in such a way that society will have the solitary liable to manage and provide services. The service packages includes community camping sites with basic facilities (Nimshong, Korphu, Kubdra and Jangbi) or with bucket shower/hot stone bath facilities (Nabji), local lunches, tea or meal. The rates for these services are standardized to avoid misunderstanding between communities and the tour operators and trip groups.

Therefore, the six day trail of Nabji-Korphu area is located between two districts of Zhemgang and Trongsa, which will bring you the most winter trekking, yet to be discovered.

Please come and do trek along with 7 Brothers Tours and Travels to see the villagers life, scenic beauty, forests, waterfalls, streams, temples , Bhutan landscape, Himalaya mountains, wild animals, species of birds, history and most importantly the trace of Guru Rinpoche in the 8^th century. We are happy to organize additional guide from local people to know more about this trail.

Please note that 7 Brothers Tours and Travels give you the freedom of modifying this itinerary as per your interest.

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Day One.: Arrival in the Land of Last Shangri-la ,Bhutan

During this season when you fly into the Bhutan Himalayas with Druk Air, Bhutan’s national carrier, from the titanic plains of India you will have the spectacular view of the green wall of hills known as duars, or gateways that provide channeled air route into Bhutan. And in this particular season these monumental hills would have their apexes capped with snow bestowing the most golden- rare scene of the kingdom as you would be flying right over the touchline of these apexes. Your flight into Bhutan would be nothing short of adventurous and bon voyage trip as the bird eye view of the deep green valley’s with bountiful youthful streams shaping into different forms of river meandering and waterfalls as they rush down the valley, and ever rising Himalayan mountains that seem to intercept the air route would give you the most breath taking and heart beating moment yet so glamorous and harmonious. You’ll sense and feel the warmth of Mother Nature through various geological, geographical and environmental scenes. You would also take the pride of viewing the world’s highest peak Mount Everest and famous Mount Kanchenjunga, highest virgin peak Mount Chomolhari and other sacred peak like Jichu Drake. You will then be totally de-linked from the stressful sights and sounds of metropolitan life while reaching to Paro.

After reaching Paro from Bangkok. We will have lunch in the hotel and after that visit national museum and Paro Rinpung Dzong. Evening at leisure, overnight stay in the hotel.

Day Two: Paro Hotel to Tiger nest/Takshang

We will have small hike to tiger nest, round walk take 4 hours, to visit Guru Rinpoche meditation place where he subdued local demon tiger during eight century and now it stands one of the best tourist spot in Bhutan, as well Asia. Further, the guide will explain you about the history. Lunch hot pack lunch.

Afternoon drive to Thimphu, 2 hours journey, directly visit Memorable chorten located in the hub of city and World largest Buddha statue overlooking Thimphu town.

Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day Three: Thimphu- Trongsa

Morning drive to Trongsa, 6hours drive. En route pass Dochula(3150m) visit 108 Druk Wangyel Chhorten, here you may expect relatively snow fall , Wangdue Dzong and lunch at Wangdue, Chendebji Chhorten. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel Trongsa.

Day Four: Trongsa to Riotala/Nimshong

The day starts with visiting the Tag Dzong where museum is kept and then visit to Trongsa Dzong which is located above Mangdi River. Later we will drive towards Zhemgang to start at beginning point Riotala( 1060m). En route we can see deers, macaques, Mangde valley and river, chorten and village. Overnight camp at Nimshong village.
Altitude: 1319m, Distance 7km; Time: 3-4 hours

Day Five: Nimshong campsite(1319m) to Nabji campsite(1300m)

Morning we will visit local temple lead by our village guide and we will ascend our journey through broad-leaved forest animate of abundant bird, with sightseeing of Gloden Langur and birds of Rufous-necked Hornbill. The trail sometime experience ascends and descends dense forest and reach to beautiful terrace field of Nabji village which consist of 56 households and an estimated population of 450 people.

We will see temple of Nabji, which means ‘promising’or oath’-harbours the stone pillar to mark the tranquility between the two Kings Bumthang and Assam kings. You can also see find rock remains of Blacksmith( one of the reincarnation of Pema Lingpa) in the village. Our camp will be in the hub of rice field of Nabji. Altitude: 1300m, Distance:13km,5-6 hours.

Day Six: Halt at Nabji.

Today, from our base camp in Nabji, we will have small day hike breathtaking to Korphu village (1636m) located on a hill, consisting of 76 households and an estimated population of 600 people. We will day hike to Korphu (1636m). We will visit Korphu temple, which houses the sacred relics of Pema Lingpa and local lunch will be provided in the village. Afternoon we walk back to Nabji for night halt.

Day Se7en: Nabji – Kubdra

The day starts on a trail to Kubdra village across the beauty dense forest, big trees with clippers,orchid and small bamboos. After 4-6 hour walk you can rest in Zhelyung village (1565m) on the bench provided by them and we can have lunch with pleasant view of waterfall on the site. After few hours walk from Zhelyung we will reach at village called Kubdra which is ethnic group of Monpas consist of only three households and an estimated population of 25 people and we may expect cultural dance from this people. Along the trail we will see traces of Guru Rinpoche. The Kubdra Monpa people are happy to welcome at the campsite. Overnight camp at their village. Altitude: 1636m Distance: 14-15km; Time: 5-6hours.

Day Eight: Kubdra Camp site (1636m) to Jangbi village (1368m)

The hike continues from Kubdra Campsite to Jangbi village. The name Jang means loss of fisher man and bi means religious trail in their local language of monpa and so name Jangbi was derived. We continue along the traces of Guru Rimpoche( foot print, dragger and hat), and we will visit small village of Phrumzur with its temple and good lunch will served here. And hike continues with scene and pristine forest of cane and bamboo along the path. After reaching Jangbi village there will be hospitable tea prepared at the orchid garden. Here we will find Monpas and their Cane and Bamboo Production. Our camp will be set near Jangbi Village with good sight of valley and Mangde River. Total distance: 14-15km, time 5-6 hours.

Day Nine: Jangbi Campsite( 1368m) to Tongtongphe (1061m)/Trongsa

Today we walk down for about 960meters crossing the bridge of Mangdi river and from this point we will have last climb to Tongtongphe. At this point our driver will be waiting for us to take Trongsa and on the way if we have time we can visit Kuenga Rabten palace of Third King. Trongsa night haltin the peaceful hotel.

Jangbi Campsite –Tongtongphe: Total distance 9.5 km, about 3-4 hours.

Day Ten: Trongsa- Thimphu

Morning drive back to Thimphu. Lunch at Wangdue. Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day Eleven: Residual Thimphu sightseeing

Morning begin sightseeing to Trashichoedzong, visit the National Library where ancient manuscripts are preserved. Visit the Painting School where traditional arts and crafts are still kept alive. Visit the handicrafts Emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts and crafts are displayed and can be purchased. Visit Simtokha Dzong. This is one of the oldest fortresses in Bhutan. It was built in 1629 A.D. Lunch at the hotel. Afternoon visit Motithang mini Zoo place to see National Animal of Bhutan, Takin and later stroll around the Thimphu town or you can do shopping of Authentic Bhutan souvenirs as gift to your family, friends and love one as a Bhutan experience. We may catch Bhutanese people playing Archery and if you are on weekend we can leisurely walk in the vegetable market to glance the way of selling and buying process of Bhutanese people.

Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.

Day Twelve: Thimphu – Paro International Airport, 1 hr.30minutes

Today we will bid farewell in the Paro Airport for your onward destination. We wish you happy journey in the flight and safe journey back to your Country. We pray you safe and happy journey!

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Nabji-Khorphu Trek: Cost per person in Twin Sharing basis for 11 Nights/12 Days

Off Season: Jan/Feb/June/July/ Aug and December

*Group Size*	*Quotation*	*Hotel*	*4 and 5 star hotels need an additional charge* *Above10 pax it is subject to discussion about rate*
*1 pax*	*US$3190/person*	*3 star*
*2 pax*	*U2750/person*	*3 star*
*Above 3 pax*	*US$2475/person*	*3 star*

Peak Season: March/April/May/Sept/Oct and November

*Group Size*	*Quotation*	*Hotel*	*4 and 5 star hotels need an additional charge* *Above 10 pax it is subject to discussion about rate*
*1 pax*	*US$3200/person*	*3 star*
*2 pax*	*US2800/person*	*3 star*
*Above 3pax*	*US2500/person*	*3 star*

Above price includes the following:

Bhutan Government Royalty of US$ 65/person/night
FIT surcharges of US$40/person/night for a single traveler and US$30/person/night for a double
Twin sharing hotel rooms at 3 star hotels
All meals breakfast, lunch, dinner & light refreshments with standard menu at 3 star hotels
English speaking tour guide service
All transfers and excursions by private vehicles
All entrance fees to museums and monuments
All internal taxes and fees
Mineral drinking water while sightseeing
Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours
Sleeping tent and sleeping bag while trekking
Cook and cooking staff
Ponies for caring trekking equipments

The above tour prices do not include the following:

Single room supplement of US$40/room/night during low season and US$ 50/room/night during high season optional
Visa fee of US$40/person must be paid in advance with tour cost
Airfares optional
Travel issuance recommended
4 star and 5 star accommodations and meals optional
Other personal expenses like overseas calls, laundry,etc

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Wonderful Jomolhari Trek

Wonderful Jhomolhari Yaksa Trek

Trip Type: Trekking

Nature of Trek: Moderate

Activities: Hiking and Walking

Duration: 13 days

Months: March-May, September – November

The wonderful Jhomolhari Trek is point up to the base of Jomolhari and most demanding and challenging trail where it will put the traveler in the beautiful landscape of Bhutan, unique and traditional rich villages and habitats, passing in the valley of nomadic Yak herders place. The fabulous view of the Himalaya Mountains with the snow at their apexes, the species of birds, and impressive campsite will bring you the unforgettable experience in your life and this is opportunity for you to experience in scenic Bhutan.

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Day One: Arrival to Paro

You will have wonderful breathtaking journey from BKK, KMT, Delhi in Bhutan National Carrier, Druk air as this air route stand first in the world in terms of beauty and challenging according to the International tourists and wanderlust based in London. Because this air route covers World Largest Peak, Mt. Everest,Mt Kachenjanga, Mt. Chomolhari and sacred Mt. Jichu Draki. After landing at Paro you are welcome to Bhutan by representative of 7 Brothers Tours and Travels at the Airpot gate.

Afternoon visit to National museum, if it is not closed on Monday.

Day Two: Hike to Tiger nest, 4 hours round trip

We will have exemplary walk to Tiger nest but the hike will be significance and unforgettable account after reaching at Tiger nest/monastery, the location itself is unbelievable on the rock, its history is astonishing and travelers are not regret to visit in this place. Lunch at cafeteria then walk back to road point and visit Paro Kechu Lhakhang, oldest lhakhang in Bhutan, built in 8^th century during the time of Guru Rimpoche. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day Three: Drukgyel village – Shana villlage

Your trek will begin from Drukgyel Dzong and our car will drive at the Drukgyel dzong sight before starting of trek you will have orientation and brief history of Drukgyel dzong. Then gradually start our trek through Paro river crossing suspension bridge which will trailed to Farm land and reaches to beautiful meadow there if you wish we will serve special pack lunch otherwise we will have pack lunch along the river trail. After lunch within few hours we will be entering National park of Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Then little walk along the river we will come across Gunishawa army camp. From this point we walk along the river over the suspension bridge and few minutes , take you to Shana village for first night camp. You will see few houses in Shana village. Overnight stay at camp.

Campsite: Altitude: 2790m, Appro. Distance: 16 km, Time: 5-6 hours.

Day Four: Shana – Thangthangka.

Today it will tiresome for you because of the long distance yet we will enjoy by a few isolated farmhouses, and deep forest area with beautiful alpine woods. After few hours walk we reach a point where another trail takes to Tibet of Phari -la town. After this point our cooks will be ready for our picnic lunch in the designated place. Take a rest and continue our walk in the ascend and descend trail and reaches to a bridge and further distance we will reach to the place called beautiful Thangthangka where trekking team will welcome us with hot cup of tea. The night camp will be in Thangthangka which will beautify by bountiful scene of Jomolhari Mountain.
Altitude 3600 m; Distance 20 Km; Time 7 – 8 hours.

Day Five: Thangthangka – Jangothang.

Today we will have short trail and it will be bit easier than yesterday. We will continue our walk through tree stripe in the better condition of views and scenario. Without much awaited on walk we will have dreamful grazing land of yaks and we will overwhelmed by our trekking team, waiting for us to serve the picnic lunch in the fresh environment of grazing land of yaks. After little moment of walks from Telethang place we will reach to basic health unit and we will walk from here where we will reach at the place of the stunning views of Jomolhari mountain, Sacred Mt. Jichudraki and TsherimGang and surrounding of ruins of an old fortress used to guard Bhutan against Tibetan invasion will welcome us to the Jomolhari base camp.

Overnight in the camp. Altidue: 4100m, Walking Distance: 17 km, Time covered: 5-6 hours.

Day Six: Jangothang Halt

Today you can stretch the legs because it is acclimation for you and also day to explore Soe Jangothang which will provide you great variety of beautiful geographical landscapes. One can choose or it is optional to hike about 2 hours towards Mt. Jomolhari to have a glance Glacier lake which is very popular. Afternoon climb about 490 m on the solid mountain standing towards Jomolhari and Jichu Draki face to our base camp which will offer the spectacular view of Mount Jomolhari and Jichu Draki lay them in the altitude of 6980m above sea level.

Overnight stay at the camp. Altitude: 4580m. Distance: 12 km Time 3-4 hours.

Day Se7en: Jangothang – Lingshi.
We will walk towards the pass through a wide pastureland. You might find some yak herders in their camp along the way. As you come down after the pass to the Lingzhi basin, you will see some beautiful views of the Lingzhi Dzong the fortress located on the top of the hill and its valley overlooking the the dzong, the most spectacular view of Tsherim gang ,the mountain located at the valley. We will have nice camp at the village.Altitude: 4150m, Distance covered: 19 km, Time: 5-6 hours.

Day Eight: Lingshi – Shodu

We continues ascends up to the Yalila pass (4,820-m) here we will have picnic lunch prepared by the trekking crew who will be throughout our trekking time and continues viewing of Mount Jhomolhari, Jichu Drake,TserimGangandKhangbum. After few hours walk we will reach place designated by the crew friends. Overnight camp at Shodu.
Altitude 3,960 m; Distance 18 kms; Time 6 – 7 hours.

Day Nine: Shodu – Barshong

After Shodu we will follow along the bank of Thimphu River through rich forest of rhododendrons, and we will see waterfalls where in this fantastic view we will have specially lunch. The trails moves along the Paro river and not to forget the Himalayan mountain while on the trail. We will follow the Thimphu chhu through a forest of rhododendron, and waterfalls, the rivers and then ascends our few walk up to the ruins of Barshong Dzong. We will have camp near this dzong overlooking the thick forest and we may encounter yak herders as well.

Altitude 3,609 m; Distance 20 kms; Time 6 – 7 hours.

Day Ten: Barshong – Dodina/Dolam kencho

The trail descends through thick rhododendron forest that will meet Thimchu river where we will have picnic lunch along this river and ascends to meadow land where we will reach to Dolam Kencho place and we will camp at this sight.

Altitude at the camp site: 3600m, Distance: 12 kms, Time: 3-4 hours.

Day Eleven: Dolam Kencho- Thimphu( End of trek)

The trail again continues in the rich rhododendron forested areas which winds up and descend through mini pass and we will have picnic lunch at the mini pass which has good sights scene of small Himalaya Mountains. Later walk to Thimphu along the Thim chu river. You will have shower and peace sleep on the bed at the peaceful resort at Thimphu. Distance covered 14 Kms, Time: about 4-5 hours.

Day Twelve: Thimphu sightseeing and Cultural Exposure.

Cultural exposure begins from visiting Tashichho Dzong, the office of the government secretarial ministries, the office of the King and the Throne Room, and the office and living quarters of the monk body and its Chief Abbot are housed. Visit the handicrafts emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts are displayed and can be purchased and then visit the painting and wood craft schools where the traditional art and painting are kept alive. Lunch at the hotel. Visit the Memorial Chorten (a huge stupa) built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned the Kingdom from 1952-1972. Visit the National Library where ancient manuscripts are preserved. Visit Simtokha Dzong 6Km from Thimphu, the oldest Dzong in Bhutan, built in 1629 Ad. We may visit Motithang mini zoo to see national animal of Bhutan, Takin.

Later you can have easy stroll in the town for Authentic Bhutanese souvenirs and your experience in Bhutan.

Day Thirteen: Thimphu to Paro departure

Morning we will drive to Paro Interrnational Airport which is just 1.hr 30 minutes from Thimphu, Capital city of Bhutan. We wish you safe and peaceful journey.

BUT IF YOU ARE TREKKKING END IS PARO THEN AS CONTINUED FROM DAY SEVEN

Day Se7en: Jangothang to Soe yaksa

Overnight stay at camp altitude: 3800m, approximate walking distance 18km, Time 6-7 hours.

Day Eight: Soe Yaksa to Thongbu

Overnight stay at camp altitude: 4300m, Distance 15km Time: 4-5 hours.

Day Nine: Thongbu to Shana

Overnight stay at camp altitude: 2500m, approximate walking distance 16km/ 5-6 hours.

Day Ten: Shana to Paro
Overnight stays at hotel, Paro for your peaceful sleep.

Day Eleven: Paro Departure
Safe journey and good bye!

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Bhutan Jhomolhari Trekking: Cost per person in Twin Sharing basis for 10 Nights/11 Days

Off Season: Jan/Feb/June/July/ Aug and December

*Group Size*	*Quotation*	*Hotel*	*4 and 5 star hotels need an additional charge* *Above10 pax it is subject to discussion about rate*
*1 pax*	*US$4400/person*	*3 star*
*2 pax*	*US3900/person*	*3 star*
*Above 3 pax*	*US$3000/person*	*3star*

Peak Season: March/March/April/May/Sept/Oct and November

*Group Size*	*Quotation*	*Hotel*	*4 and 5 star hotels need an additional charge* *Above 10 pax it is subject to discussion about rate*
*1 pax*	*US$4640/person*	*3 star*
*2 pax*	*US4000/person*	*3 star*
*Above 3pax*	*US3200/person*	*3 star*

Above price includes the following:

Bhutan Government Royalty of US$ 65/person/night
FIT surcharges of US$40/person/night for a single traveler and US$30/person/night for a double
Twin sharing hotel rooms at 3 star hotels
All meals ( breakfast, lunch, dinner & light refreshments) with standard menu at 3 star hotels
English speaking tour guide service
All transfers and excursions by private vehicles
All entrance fees to museums and monuments
All internal taxes and fees
Mineral drinking water while sightseeing
Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours
Sleeping tent and sleeping bag while trekking
Cook and cooking staff
Ponies for caring trekking equipments

The above tour prices do not include the following:

Single room supplement of US$40/room/night during low season and US$ 50/room/night during high season optional
Visa fee of US$40/person must be paid in advance with tour cost
Airfares optional
Travel issuance recommended
4 star and 5 star accommodations and meals optional
Other personal expenses like overseas calls, laundry,etc

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Beautiful Laya

Beautiful Laya- Lingzhi -Gasa Trek:

Trip Type: Trekking

Nature of Trek: Moderate and relatively difficult

Activities: Hiking and Walking

Duration: 19 days

Months: March- June, August- November

The Laya-Lingzhi-Gasa Trek is popularly known as the trek of Scenic beauty. It takes you through diverse terrain and high mountains (2800ft-17000ft) into the wilderness above the tree line. The trek is with numerous ascents and descents as you traverse meadows land with flowers, juniper and medicinal plants. The valleys and hills sides are shrouded in deep forests of oak, rhododendron,fir and birch and hike over moraines, past glaciers lakes, catching overwhelming views virgin snow cap, herds of sheep, alpine blossoms and home of the welcoming and hospitable nomadic Layabs. It has its own very unique way of dressing, pointed hat worn by the women. The hot spring here are famed for their medicinal properties every year, thousands and thousands Bhutanese people come here to drench their bodies in order to relief their diseases. After a day of drenched in the hot springs, the path continues on its end point at Geon Damji or down to Tashithang. After completion of your trek along the northern boundary, you will get opportunity to explore four famous districts of Punakha, Wangdi,Thimphu and Paro. Since this trek combines a variety of landscapes, villages, majestic views of peaks, glaciers lakes, rivers, forests, flowers, species of birds and animals, unique fascinating culture will provide you the most scenic and mesmerizing trek in the world. So please join us for your holiday.

Please note that 7 Brothers Tours and Travels give you the freedom of modifying this itinerary as per your interest.

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Day 01: Paro arrival

You will have wonderful breathtaking journey from BKK, KMT,Delhi in Bhutan National Carrier, Druk air., and you will be proud as this air route stand first in the world in terms of beauty and challenging according to the International tourists and wonder lust based in London. Because this air route covers World Largest Peak, Mt. Everest,Mt Kachenjanga, Mt. Chomolhari and sacred Mt. JIchu Draki. After landing at Paro you are welcome to Bhutan by representative of 7 Brothers Tours and Travels at the Airpot gate.

Afternoon visit to National museum one of the richest in Asia, if it is not closed on Monday

Day 02 Hotel- Hike to Tiger nest

Today we will have exemplary walk to Tiger nest to explore the history of Tiger nest but the hike will be worth and memorable story after reaching at Tiger nest/monastery, the location itself is astonishing on the rock, its history is amazing and travelers are not regret to visit in this place. Lunch at cafeteria then walk back to road point and visit Paro Kechu Lhakhang, oldest lhakhang in Bhutan ,built in 8^th century during the time of Guru Rimpoche. Detail posted in the cultural history. Overnight stay at Hotel in Hotel Paro.

Day 03 Paro- Shana ( commence the trek)

Our vehicle will drive up to Drukgyel village and we will visit Drukgyel Dzong to explain history, where the road ends and start the trek by following the river bank gradually reaching picturesque village with paddy fields. The camp is in that village. Altitude: 2900m, Distance: 14 km, Time: 5-6 hours.

Day 04 Shana – Thangthangka.

Today it will tiresome for you because of the long distance yet we will enjoy by a few isolated farmhouses, and deep forest area with beautiful alpine woods. After few hours walk we reach a point where another trail takes to Tibet of Phari -la town. After this point our cooks will be ready for our picnic lunch in the designated place. Take a rest and continue our walk in the ascend and descend trail and reaches to a bridge and further distance we will reach to the place called beautiful Thangthangka where trekking team will welcome us with hot cup of tea. The night camp will be in Thangthangka which will beautify by bountiful scene of Jomolhari mountain.
Altitude 3600 m; Distance 20 Km; Time 7 – 8 hours.

Day 05 Thangthangka – Jangothang.

Today we will have short trail and it will be bit easier than yesterday. We will continue our walk through tree stripe in the better condition of views and scenario. Without much awaited on walk we will have dreamful grazing land of yaks and we will overwhelmed by our trekking team, waiting for us to serve the picnic lunch in the fresh environment of grazing land of yaks. After little moment of walks from Telethang place we will reach to basic health unit and we will walk from here where we will reach at the place of the stunning views of Jomolhari mountain, Sacred Mt. Jichudraki and TsherimGang and surrounding ruins of an old fortress used to guard Bhutan against Tibetan invasion will welcome us to the Jomolhari base camp.

Overnight in the camp. Altidue: 4100m, Walking Distance: 17 km, Time covered: 5-6 hours.

Day 06: Jangothang – Lingshi.

We will walk towards the pass through a wide pastureland. You might find some yak herders in their camp along the way. As you come down after the pass to the Lingzhi basin, you will see some beautiful views of the Lingzhi Dzong the fortress located on the top of the hill and its valley overlooking the the dzong, the most spectacular view of Tsherim gang ,the mountain located at the valley. We will have nice campat the village there.

Altitude: 4150m, Distance covered: 19 km, Time: 5-6 hours.

Day 07 Lingshi – Chebisa

Today we will walk to Chebisa which is shortest walking day and it is really mysterious as we can see enjoyable village of Gom yul and Shagiri La village of Chebisa at the site of water fall and our crew members will be ready for the cup of tea and coffee. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Altitude: 3800m, Distance: 12 km, 3-4 hours.
Day 08 Chebisa – Shomuthang

We will walk through extensive grazing land towards Ghogu-la pass (4328m) sometime we will see few yak herders on the pass and gradually descend down to the valley. The camp at the branch of Mochu River.

Altitude: 4230m. Distance 17 km, Time 5-6 hours.

Day 09 Shomuthang – Robluthang

We will have little taxing walk to reach Jere-la pass, 4600m but our crew member will happily waiting for us to provide tea and coffee and picnic lunch , there we will continue to walk in the stunning view of Himalaya mountains till Tsarijathang camp where we will have opportunity to see herds of Takin roaming in the pasture land.

Camp at Tsarijathang. Altitude: 4400m. Distance 15 km. Time 6-7 Hours.

Day 10 Robluthang – Lemithang

As we cross the Shingchu-la pass ( 4890m) we can see mountain Gangchen Ta as well other mountain. Lunch at this point and come down to valley and reaches Lemithang. Camp at Lemithang. Altitude: 4100m, Distance: 17km, Time 6-7 hours.

Day 11 Lemithang – Laya

Today we will see good views of the Mount Masangang and other peaks after walking along the river, through species of rhododendron and silver fir. After few walk we will reach to Laya village and you have opportunity to mix with them to glimpse their life style. Campsite at the village. Altitude: 3800m. Distance 10km, Time 3-4 hours.

Day 12 Halt in Laya

Today we can stay for rest and to explore the Laya village.

Day 13 Laya – Koeina

Few hours the trail winds up and down along the breathtaking views of the roaring river, feeder streams and waterfalls. Campsite. Altitude. 3600m. Distance 19 km. Time 6-7 Hours.

Day 14 Koeina – Gasa Tshachu( Natural Hot Spring)

We cross the Babela pass(3700m),Gasa village and finally to Gasa Dzong. Camp at Gasa Hot Spring, Altitude: 2800m. Distance 16 km. Time 6-7 Hours. We may take hot bath in Hot Spring which is most popular hot spring in Bhutan.

Day 15 Gasa Tshachu – Geon Damji

Today continue our trail which winds through rolling small hills, forest of pine oak trees, Goen Damji villages and fields and not to forget the beautiful scene of the Gasa dzong glued to the valley wall, apparent to float in the sky. Camp at Geon Damji: Altitude 2275m, Distance

If you wish we can drop our trek in Geon Damji and you will wait our vehicle to come at this place and drive to Punakha. Else we can continue our trek from Geon Damji to Tashithang.

Day 16 Geon Damji – Tashithang

Today we will have last trail from Geon Damji to Tashithang if you wish to continue the trail and from here we will walk down to agricultural field with the possibility of monkeys in to the flourishing semi-tropical ravine in the bountiful valley of banana trees along the river bank of Mochu means female river. Camp at Tashithang. Altitude. 1750m. Distance 17 km. Time 6-7 Hours.

Day 17 Tashithang – Punakha End of Trek Thimphu.

After a short walk about 30 minutes to the motor road, there our vehicle will be waiting us to take down to Punakha valley. Morning sightseeing, visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong, built by Father of unified Bhutan and spiritual and political leader Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel in 1637 AD which is spectacularly located in the middle of Mochu and Phochu river. During those days Punakha was the capital of Bhutan. The Dzong now houses the winter residence of chief abbot, the state Monastic Body and government district office. Lunch in Punakha. After lunch, drive to wangdue 16 km, to visit wangdue dzong located on the top hill. Later drive to Thimphu 70 km. Overnight in Hotel,Thimphu.

Day 18 Thimphu Cultural Exposure.

The Thimphu Cultural Exposure begins from visiting Trashi Chhoedzong , the house of the state monastic body, office of the king and throne room, central government ministries , visit National Library rich for ancient manuscripts , visit the Wood Craft and Painting School where traditional arts and crafts are still alive. Visit the Handicrafts Emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts and crafts are displayed and can be purchased. Lunch at the hotel. You may visit the oldest dzong in Bhutan Simtokha Dzong built in 1629 AD. After tea visit memorial chorten located in the hub of city built by third king who reigned the Bhutan from 1952-1972. You may visit Buddha point where you can see probably the World Largest Buddha Statue built for peace and prosperity in the world. Evening you can have easy walk in the town. Overnight stay in the Hotel.

Day 19 Thimphu – Paro International Airport.

Morning drive to Paro 1 hr 30 minutes,so our representative of 7 Brothers Tours and Travels will bid farewell at the Paro Airport. Hope to see you again.

Thank you for your holiday in Bhutan.

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Off Season: Jan/Feb/June/July/ Aug and December

*Group Size*	*Quotation*	*Hotel*	*4 and 5 star hotels need an additional charge* *Above10 pax it is subject to discussion about rate*
*1 pax*	*US$4400/person*	*3 star*
*2 pax*	*US3900/person*	*3 star*
*Above 3 pax*	*US$3000/person*	*3 star*

Peak Season: March/March/April/May/Sept/Oct and November

*Group Size*	*Quotation*	*Hotel*	*4 and 5 star hotels need an additional charge* *Above 10 pax it is subject to discussion about rate*
*1 pax*	*US$4640/person*	*3 star*
*2 pax*	*US4000/person*	*3 star*
*Above 3pax*	*US3200/person*	*3 star*

Above price includes the following:

Bhutan Government Royalty of US$ 65/person/night
FIT surcharges of US$40/person/night for a single traveler and US$30/person/night for a double
Twin sharing hotel rooms at 3 star hotels
All meals breakfast, lunch, dinner & light refreshments with standard menu at 3 star hotels
English speaking tour guide service
All transfers and excursions by private vehicles
All entrance fees to museums and monuments
All internal taxes and fees
Mineral drinking water while sightseeing
Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours
Sleeping tent and sleeping bag while trekking
Cook and cooking staff
Ponies for caring trekking equipments

The above tour prices do not include the following:

Single room supplement of US$40/room/night during low season and US$ 50/room/night during high season (optional)
Visa fee of US$40/person must be paid in advance with tour cost
Airfares optional
Travel issuance recommended
4 star and 5 star accommodations and meals optional
Other personal expenses like overseas calls, laundry,etc

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Druk Path Trek

You will really enjoy your journey through the scenic beauty of Himalaya, steep water fall, species of birds and animals, dense forest, highest pass, meadows of land, beautiful landscapes, and villages. However one should be well adapted to travel through valleys and hills. Apart from that you will get adequate opportunity to experience the Bhutanese culture, including architectural design like Dzongs, monasteries, temples, buildings, houses, bridges, chortens, etc and museum, arts and crafts as well of the center and western Bhutan. You will have opportunity to visit holy places of Guru Rinpoche, great Buddhist Saint who visited Bhutan in 8^th century, in Bumthang area.

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Trip Type: Trekking

Nature of Trek: Easy to Moderate

Activities: Hiking and Walking

Duration: 12 days

Months: March- May, August- Mid December

Druk Path Trek is also commonly known as Tshaluna Trek which is short and readily easy which covers two districts of west Paro and east Thimphu or other way round as you wish. This trek is located between two important districts and which covers within short period of 5 nights/6days it is very demanding by every category of traveler. Because the trek will provide , breathtaking views of Himalaya mountains, the bountiful and fantastic sceneries, lakes, monasteries, rhododendron and high altitude wild flowers and different types of Himalayan bird species and many more yet to be discovered that makes the trekking very interesting and unforgettable journey especially to the those who come from the metropolitan life.

Please note that 7 Brothers Tours and Travels give you the freedom of modifying this itinerary as per your interest.

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Day One: Arrival to Paro

Today you will have fantastic journey in the Bhutan’s National carrier, Druk Air, from KTM, BKK, Delhi, as it cross World Highest Peak Mt. Everest, and other mountains like Mt. Kachenjanga, Mt. Chomolhari and Sacred Mt. Jichu Draki entire snow capped on the their summit and other scenario of Himalaya mountain. You are welcome by 7 Brothers Tours and Travels representative at the Paro Airport who will be your partner for your entire trip in Bhutan.

Day Two: Hike to tiger nest/ Tiger monastery, round trip 4 hours

On day second you will hike to tiger nest as warm up for your trekking though it is tiresome for you but it will provide you the most unforgettable history after reaching at Tiger nest/monastery, the location itself is incredible on the rock, its history is amazing and travelers are not regret to visit in this place.

Day Three: Paro National Museum – Jele Dzong

Morning visit National museum, if it is not closed on Monday and today is a short trekking day starting from the Paro, National museum, and slowly climbs up till the camp and if the weather is clear, the snow-capped mountains can be seen. We will cross small meadows of the land overlooking Paro Airport and we will have breathtaking view of villages under Paro districts. After certain walk we will see the views of Jele Dzong . The camp will be near Jele Dzong.

Altitude 2960m, Distance 9.5km. Time 3-4 hours.

Day Four: Jele Dzong – Jangchulakha

The trail passes through thick alpine forest and dwarf rhododendron trees. You may seek yaks and yak herders around your camp. Overnight at the camp, Jangchuklakha.

Campsite: Altitude 2890m, Distance 11.5km, Time 4/5 hours.

Day Five: Jangchulakha – Jimilangtso

We will start the trail in a peaceful mountain view to Jimilangtsho.

At the camp site, on clear days the beautiful mountain and valley can be seen. The campsite is close to the Lake Jimilhangstho. You may enjoy dinner in the reflecting lake of moon and sky at the camp site.

Campsite: Altitude 3,700m; Distance 13 Km; Time 5-6 hours.

Day Six: Jimilangtso – Simkota

The beautiful mountains and Lake of Janitsho can be seen along this trail. You may come across few yak herders’ camps where you will get opportunity to see the life style of a nomad’s people. The campsite is somewhere to Simkota lake.

Campsite: Altitude 3490m, Distance 11km, Time 4- 5 hours.

Day Se7en: Simkota – Phajoding

The trek begins with a gradual climb with dwarf rhododendron trees, on clear days you will have a wonderful view of Mountain Gangker Punsum , 7856 m which is highest mountain in Bhutan and other great Himalaya mountains. After reaching Phajoding we may visit monasteries and you will have great view of Thimphu town which is far below from Phajoding. Camp at Phajoding.

Altitude: 2875m, Distance covered: 10km, Time 3-4 hours.

Day Eight: Phajoding – Motithang/ Thimphu

We will move down to Thimphu to catch lunch .The trek to Thimphu is downhill through a forested area mostly of blue pine and species of birds are found in this trail. Our vehicle will be waiting at the foot point of Motithang and drive to hotel. Lunch at the hotel. Afternoon at leisure/rest. Overnight in the hotel.

Altitude: 2500m. Distance 8 km, Time 3 hours

Day Nine : Thimphu Sightseeing

We will visit Tashichho Dzong, the office of the government secretarial ministries , the office of the King and the Throne Room, and the office and living quarters of the monk body and its Chief Abbot are housed. Visit the handicrafts emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts are displayed and can be purchased and then visit the painting and wood craft schools where the traditional art and painting are kept alive. Lunch at the hotel. Visit the Memorial Chorten (a huge stupa) built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned the Kingdom from 1952-1972. Visit the National Library where ancient manuscripts are preserved. Visit Simtokha Dzong 6Km from Thimphu, the oldest Dzong in Bhutan, built in 1629 Ad.

Later free stroll in the town or experience some Authentic Bhutan Souvenirs in the town and you wish to buy souvenirs for your family, friends and love one.

Day Ten: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue 77km

Visit to Punakha /wangdue on the way we will pass Dochula, visit 108 chorten stupa and on clear days we will see eastern Himalayas. We will have tea in the Dochula cafeteria. Visit Wangdi Dzong located on the top of hills. Lunch at the wangdue and afternoon drive along the Wangchuk River 45 minutes drive to Punakha. Visit Punakha Dzong the former capital of Bhutan and the Punakha Dzong house the winter residence of the monastic body and its Chief Abbot. The massive fortress is situated between two rivers known as “Phochu Mochu” Male and Female River.

Day Eleven: Punakha- Paro

After early breakfast drive back to Thimphu, Lunch at Thimphu town. After lunch drive up to Buddha point the World Largest Buddha Statue. Later drive to Paro (1hr.45minutes) for night halt for your tomorrow departure. Evening leisure/tea and snacks, dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.

Day Twelve: Hotel to Paro International Airport

We drive you to Paro International Airport and thank you for visiting Druk path trek in Bhutan. We pray and wish you safe journey!

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Druk Path Trek: Cost Per person in twin sharing basis for 11nights/12 days

Off Season: Jan/Feb/June/July/ Aug and December

*Group Size*	*Quotation*	*Hotel.*	*4 and 5 star hotels need an additional charge* *Above10 pax it is subject to discussion about rate*
*1 pax*	*US3190/person*	*3 star*
*2 pax*	*US$2750/person*	*3 star*
*Above 3 pax*	*US$2475/person*	*3 star*

Peak Season: March/March/April/May/Sept/Oct and November

*Group Size*	*Quotation*	*Hotel*	*4 and 5 star hotels need an additional charge* *Above 10 pax it is subject to discussion about rate*
*1 pax*	*US$3390/person*	*3 star*
*2 pax*	*US3000/person*	*3 star*
*Above 3pax*	*US2600/person*	*3 star*

Above price includes the following:

Bhutan Government Royalty of US$ 65/person/night
FIT surcharges of US$40/person/night for a single traveler and US$30/person/night for a double
Twin sharing hotel rooms at 3 star hotels
All meals breakfast, lunch, dinner & light refreshments with standard menu at 3 star hotels
English speaking tour guide service
All transfers and excursions by private vehicles
All entrance fees to museums and monuments
All internal taxes and fees
Mineral drinking water while sightseeing
Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours
Sleeping tent and sleeping bag while trekking
Cook and cooking staff
Ponies for caring trekking equipments

The above tour prices do not include the following:

Single room supplement of US$40/room/night during low season and US$ 50/room/night during high season optional
Visa- fee of US$40/person must be paid in advance with tour cost
Airfares optional
Travel issuance recommended
4 star and 5 star accommodations and meals optional
Other personal expenses like overseas calls, laundry,etc

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