Day 1 – Arrival Paro (Gateway to the Himalayas)

• Arrive Paro – the heart of Bhutan.
• Traditional welcome and private transfer to hotel
• Visit Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong)
• Explore National Museum (Ta Dzong) overlooking Paro Valley
Stay: Boutique Resort Paro / similar

Day 2 – Paro (Tiger’s Nest Monastery Experience)

Hike Distance: ~6 km round trip
Duration: 4–5 hrs
Altitude: 3,120 m (monastery)

• Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) – Bhutan’s most sacred site
• Panoramic views of Paro Valley
• Evening stroll through local markets
Stay: Boutique Resort Paro / similar

Day 3 – Paro to Jangchulakha (Trek Begins)

Trek Distance: ~10 km
Duration: 3–4 hrs
Altitude: Camp at 3,770 m

• Begin Himalayan trek (gradual ascent)
• Walk through pine forests and traditional villages
• Arrive at high-altitude meadow camp
Stay: Campsite (Jangchulakha)

Day 4 – Jangchulakha to Jimilang Tsho

Trek Distance: ~11 km
Duration: 4 hrs
Altitude: Camp at 3,870 m

• Trek across alpine landscapes
• Scenic mountain vistas and yak herder settlements
• Camp near the pristine Jimilang Tsho lake
Stay: Campsite (Jimilang Tsho)

Day 5 – Jimilang Tsho to Simkotra Tsho

Trek Distance: ~11 km
Duration: 4–5 hrs
Altitude: Camp at 4,110 m

• Trek through rhododendron forests and high passes
• Visit Janetso Lake en route
• Arrive at Simkotra Tsho with panoramic Himalayan views
Stay: Campsite (Simkotra Tsho)

Day 6 – Simkotra Tsho to Phajoding

Trek Distance: ~10 km
Duration: 3–4 hrs
Altitude: Camp at 3,750 m

• Trek descending through changing landscapes
• Spectacular views of Thimphu Valley
• Camp above Phajoding monastery
Stay: Campsite (Phajoding)

Day 7 – Phajoding to Thimphu (Capital Arrival)

Trek Distance: ~4–5 km
Duration: 2–3 hrs
Descent: ~1,130 m

• Final descent trek to Mothithang
• Transfer to hotel in Thimphu
• Visit Buddha Dordenma Statue
• Explore Takin Preserve & local craft bazaars
Stay: 4* Boutique Hotel Thimphu / similar

Day 8 – Thimphu to Punakha (Valley of Happiness)

• Scenic drive via Dochula Pass (108 stupas & Himalayan views)
• Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
• Explore Punakha Dzong at river confluence
• Walk across suspension bridge
Stay: 4* Resort Punakha / similar

Day 9 – Punakha to Paro

• Drive back via Dochula Pass
• Visit Tamchog Lhakhang & iron bridge
• Experience Bhutanese traditional dress (Gho/Kira)
• Visit Drukgyel Dzong with views of Mount Jomolhari
Stay: Boutique Resort Paro / similar

Day 10 – Departure Paro

• Private transfer to airport

• Departure with memories of Bhutan’s sacred landscapes and timeless traditions

Tour Concludes with the Spirit of the Last Himalayan Kingdom