Punakha Winter Trek

Day by day

1. 01

   Day 1 · Arrive Paro

   Today, we take an early morning flight and arrive at Paro, where you will be meeting our representative and then you will be transferred to your Hotel once we cover up the formalities. During day, we can go for a general sightseeing.

   Hotel

2. 02

   Day 2 · Sightseeing in Paro

   The day calls for a full day sightseeing in Paro. So, we drive to Drukgyel Dzong, which was built in 1646. From here, we can also watch the finest views of Mt. Chomolhari. On our way back, we visit, Kyichu Lhakhang, monastery built in the 7th century. These two shrines are the one of the most sacred places in Bhutan. After lunch, we visit Ta Dzong, which was previously built as a watchtower to protect Rinpung Dzong. In 1968, it was inaugurated as the National Museum. Also, we take a visit to Rinpung Dzong ("fortress of the heap of jewels"), the center of district administration. Rinpung Dzong is also the home of the local monk body.

   Hotel

3. 03

   Day 3 · Paro to Thimphu

   Having our breakfast, we drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. A good view of Simtokha Dzong, built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal can be observed on the way; it is standing on a hillock above the road. In the afternoon, we trip to Tashichhodzong, the impressive fortress/monastery built in 1641. It was built by first Shabdrung and again reconstructed in the 1960s. Also, we will explore National Memorial Chorten. And in the evening, we will browse in the Handicrafts Emporium, including the splendid thangkha paintings and exquisitely woven textiles. Bhutan is famous for all these things.

   Hotel

4. 04

   Day 4 · Sightseeing in Thimphu

   Today, we go for a full day sightseeing. First, we visit the National Library, established in the late 1960s primarily to conserve the literary treasures. Then, we observe Zorig Chusum, where students learn the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan. Also, we take a look at National Institute of Traditional Medicine, Folk Heritage and National Textile Museums and Handicrafts Emporium.

   Hotel

5. 05

   Day 5 · Thimphu to Dopshing Pang

   We drive towards Dechenchholing Palace passing through Kabesa village. The trail ascends gradually to Sinchu-la (3,200m) from where Phajoding monastery can be seen. Walking further, we reach Thinleygang village and then to Dopshing Pang.

   5 to 6 hours Camp

6. 06

   Day 6 · Dopshing Pang to Chorten Ningpo

   We descend to Chorten Ningpo passing through dense forest and rice fields.

   6 to 7 hours Camp

This itinerary is a guideline. Mountain flights and local conditions can change plans; your guide will always adjust for your safety.