Welcome to Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon! Upon your arrival at Paro International Airport, your guide will warmly greet you as you exit the arrival hall. Today, we’ll take it easy to help you acclimatize to the altitude and offer you your first taste of authentic Bhutanese cuisine.

We’ll then drive to Thimphu, making a stop along the way for a short 10-minute walk to Tachog Lhakhang, a temple built around 1420 by the renowned Tibetan master Tangtong Gyelpo, also known as the "Bridge Builder." After checking into your hotel in Thimphu, we'll enjoy some light sightseeing around the city, if time permits, to gently ease you into your Bhutan adventure.

Today we will start our trekking after two hours’ drive from Thimphu to Geynikha. From Gynekha village and begins with a short descent to the river. After crossing the river you start climbing until you reach a huge rock platform from where you have a picturesque view of the valley below. After another two hours you reach Gur, an area of yak pastures located just below the main trail and spend a night in the nearby campsite.

On the second day, the trail takes you across the high ridges from where you can truly appreciate the rugged beauty of your surroundings and the mountain vegetation. The path winds through refreshing meadows adorned with wild flowers and asparagus (in spring). The first mountain pass you cross is marked by a huge cairn and gives a spectacular view of Kanjenjunga (Sikkim) and a number of the Bhutanese Himalayan peaks. As you descend the pass you will be able to see the entirety of the Dagala mountain range including meadows and yak herder camps. Once you have descended into the Labatama valley you begin climbing gradually through the valley, passing several yak herder huts before you arrive at Uthso Tsho. The campsite is right next to the lake.

On the third day, the trail climbs along the western side of Dala Tsho up to a saddle at 4,520m. From here onwards you will have a fantastic view of the majestic Himalayan peaks all through the descent. The mountain peaks visible include Mt. Everest (Nepal), Mt. Kanchenjunga (Sikkim), Mt. Jomolhari, Mt. Jichu Drake, Mt. Tshering Gang, Mt. Khangbum, Mt. Masang Gang, Mt. Tsende Gang and Mt. Gangche Ta. If you want an even better view, you can climb a peak close to the saddle with an altitude of 4,720m. From the saddle the path descends, passing some yak herder huts to Doccha Chhu. You follow the river for a while, but stay higher up on the slope to reach Panka with ascents and descents along the way.

This day entails the crossing of several passes but none of them require a major climb. You should keep your eyes open for different varieties of blue poppy (June-July) and mountain birds while in this area. After crossing the last pass, Tale La (4,180m) you start a long descent to Talakha Gompa.  From here you will be treated to a great view of Bhutan’s capital Thimphu and descending to Chamgang Vehicle will be waiting for you, so this will be the time to say goodbye to your staff and horses. You will finally Arrival to Thimphu and rest in the hotel.

Our day begins with a visit to the sacred Buddha Dordenma (Buddha Point), home to one of the largest statues of Buddha Shakyamuni in the world, completed in 2015. This statue was built to radiate peace and happiness across the globe. We will then join the cheerful local worshippers at the National Memorial Chorten, where people gather to circumambulate and socialize.

Next, we visit the famous Textile Museum in Thimphu, where you'll see both ancient and modern examples of Bhutan’s traditional textile craftsmanship.

After lunch, we head back to Paro to explore the impressive Paro Rinpung Dzong (Fortress of Jewels), a stunning 15th-century architectural marvel that now serves as Paro's local government center. We'll also visit the nearby Ta Dzong, a 17th-century watchtower turned National Museum of Bhutan, where you'll discover a fascinating collection of antiques, art, textiles, weapons, and everyday items from Bhutan’s history.

We’ll end the day with a relaxing evening, giving you time to stroll around Paro Town, explore its cafes, and browse the art and craft shops

In the morning, we will embark on a hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang), Bhutan's most iconic landmark and sacred site. Perched 900 meters above the Paro Valley, it was built in 1692 at the site of a cave where Guru Rinpoche is said to have meditated in the eighth century. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche flew to the cave on the back of a tigress to subdue evil demons, making it a revered pilgrimage site for many saints over the centuries. The hike, located about 10 km north of Paro at an altitude of 3,100 meters, takes approximately two and a half hours, winding through tranquil pine forests.

After our hike, we will conclude the day with a visit to Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest and most beautiful seventh-century temples.In the evening, you’ll have some time for last-minute shopping in Paro before we gather for a special farewell dinner to celebrate the conclusion of our journey.

Boarding a morning flight from Paro International Airport, we bid a fond farewell to this beautiful Himalayan country, taking with us cherished memories of Bhutan! We wish you a safe and happy journey and look forward to meeting again in Druk Yul – a land of endless Enchantments! Tashi Delek!