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It crosses 5000 meter high passes, completing a traverse of the northern border with Tibet. The trek goes to the remote Lunana region, which is considered to be the most difficult trek. But as the trek continues, you can experience the pristine landscape, fascinating culture, turquoise- tinted lakes and high altitude wildlife of Bhutan. 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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.",{"id":139,"dayLabel":140,"title":141,"description":142,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},825,"Day 3","Thimphu to Punakha and Tashithang","We drive to Punakha via Dochu-la pass (3,088m), and some magnificent views of the surrounding. We catch in the splendid view of Punakha Dzong, built in 1637 and head towards Tashithang following the Mo Chu River.","Camp",{"id":145,"dayLabel":146,"title":147,"description":148,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":149,"meals":24,"accommodation":24},826,"Day 4","Tashithang to Damji","We walk uphill and downhill through forested areas where we can observe orchids and then move our way to Damji. Overnight at Damji.","5 to 6 hours",{"id":151,"dayLabel":152,"title":153,"description":154,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":155,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},827,"Day 5","Damji to Gasa","We ascend to Gasa Tshachu via Gasa Dzong. The Dzong was built in the 17th century by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. The motif was to protect the valley from Tibetan invaders. The place is famous for its curative power and people from all over the country come here to take bath.","6 to 7 hours",{"id":157,"dayLabel":158,"title":159,"description":160,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":155,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},828,"Day 6","Gasa to Chamsa","Having our breakfast, we move our way to Bele pass (3700m) and pass through many bamboo, rhododendron, juniper and fir forests. We then reach Chamsa.",{"id":162,"dayLabel":163,"title":164,"description":165,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":166,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},829,"Day 7","Chamsa to Laya","We walk downhill to Mo Chu, the mother river of Punakha and then cross the bridge to reach Chamsa passing by the juniper and fir forest. Overnight at Chamsa.","8 to 9 hours",{"id":168,"dayLabel":169,"title":170,"description":171,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},830,"Day 8","Rest day at Laya","We rest today at Laya and go for nearby excursions. The local community here is sure to amaze you. We will enjoy the cultural program with dance performances in the evening.",{"id":173,"dayLabel":174,"title":175,"description":176,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":166,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},831,"Day 9","Laya to Rhodophu","We descend to the army camp first and then walk to Rhodophu climbing through the rhododendrons.",{"id":178,"dayLabel":179,"title":180,"description":181,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":182,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},832,"Day 10","Rhodophu to Tarina","The longest trek day amongst all, we start our trip early morning and climb to Tsimo-la pass (4,700m). We enjoy the stunning views of Lunana, as well as peaks of Chomolhari and Jichu Drake. We then walk uphill to Ganglakarchung-la pass (5,080m) and catch in the appealing breathtaking views of the entire mountain range. Walking further, we reach Tarina.","10 to 11 hours",{"id":184,"dayLabel":185,"title":186,"description":187,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":155,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},833,"Day 11","Tarina to Woche","Passing through the coniferous forest, we reach Pho Chu and then climbing over the ridge, we arrive at Woche.",{"id":189,"dayLabel":190,"title":191,"description":192,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":155,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},834,"Day 12","Woche to Lhedi","Walking along juniper and fir forests, we move to Keche-la pass (4,480m) and stop here to capture stunning mountain views. We then descend through the river and reach Lhedi village.",{"id":194,"dayLabel":195,"title":196,"description":197,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":198,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},835,"Day 13","Lhedi to Thanza","Ascending to Choejong village (the biggest village in Lunana), our trail takes us to sandy area and a suspension bridge. We walk through these and arrive at Thanza.","7 to 8 hours",{"id":200,"dayLabel":201,"title":202,"description":203,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},836,"Day 14","Rest day at Thanza","We take rest at Thanza and walk nearby to take in the splendid view of the mountains.",{"id":205,"dayLabel":206,"title":207,"description":208,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":166,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},837,"Day 15","Thanza to Tshorim","We climb up to the ridge and view Table Mountain and Thanza valley. Crossing the ridge, we walk to the valley passing by small ridges.",{"id":210,"dayLabel":211,"title":212,"description":213,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":155,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},838,"Day 16","Tshorim to Gangkar Puensum Base Camp","We will be marking our trek highlight today. So, we climb up to Tshorim Lake. Strolling around the lake for some time, we capture panoramic view of the Gophula ranges. From here, we walk to Gophu-la pass (5,230m) and descend to base camp. We equally enjoy the views of Gangkar Puensum and walk to the base camp near Sha Chu.",{"id":215,"dayLabel":216,"title":217,"description":218,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},839,"Day 17","Rest at Gangkar Puensum Base Camp","We enjoy the luring views of captivating mountains and take rest.",{"id":220,"dayLabel":221,"title":222,"description":223,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":155,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},840,"Day 18","Gangkar Puensum Base Camp to Geshe Woma","Following Sha Chu, we descend to Geshe Woma being accompanied by the appealing mountain views.",{"id":225,"dayLabel":226,"title":227,"description":228,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":166,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},841,"Day 19","Geshe Woma to Warathang","Continuing our walk, we pass the Saka La pass and observe the stunning views of the lakes to reach Warathang.",{"id":230,"dayLabel":231,"title":232,"description":233,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":234,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},842,"Day 20","Warathang to Dhur Tshachu","We climb to Juli La pass (4400m) and then descend via dense rhododendron, juniper and conifer forests. Crossing a bridge, we reach Dhur Tshachu, the hot spring. A legend says that it is where Guru Padmasambhava bathed in the 8th century.","4 to 5 hours",{"id":236,"dayLabel":237,"title":238,"description":239,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":166,"meals":24,"accommodation":143},843,"Day 21","Dhur Tshachu to Tshochenchen","With a long and steady climb, we enjoy the magnificent mountain views in Lunana and watching several beautiful azure lakes, we reach Tshochenchen.",{"id":241,"dayLabel":242,"title":243,"description":244,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":245,"meals":24,"accommodation":246},844,"Day 22","Tshochenchen to Dhur (motor road) to Bumthang (Jakar)","With our short trek to Dhur, from where we meet our transport, we drive our way to Bumthang following the Chamkar Chu.","2 to 3 hours","Lodge",{"id":248,"dayLabel":249,"title":250,"description":251,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":246},845,"Day 23","Sightseeing at Bumthang","We explore the Bumthang valley and visit monasteries dedicated to Guru Padmasambhava. The valley is also known as the ancestral home to Buddhist teachers, Pema Lingpa. The descendants from him are now the present monarchy here. We also visit Jakar Dzong, Kurje Lhakhang, Jambey Lhakhang and Tamshing Lhakhang.",{"id":253,"dayLabel":254,"title":255,"description":256,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":246},846,"Day 24","Bumthang to Tongsa","We take a look at Jakar Dzong and then Kurje monastery, built in the 17th century, where Guru Padmasambhava meditated in the 8th century. The body imprint is found on rocks. Arriving at Tongsa, we then visit Tongsa Dzong, an ancestral abode of Bhutan's royal family after which, we visit Ta Dzong that was built as a watchtower to guard Tongsa Dzong.",{"id":258,"dayLabel":259,"title":260,"description":261,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":132},847,"Day 25","Tongsa to Paro","Visiting the places at Tongsa, we move to Paro in the evening stopping by the traditional farm house on the way.",{"id":263,"dayLabel":264,"title":265,"description":266,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":132},848,"Day 26","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.",{"id":268,"dayLabel":269,"title":270,"description":271,"altitudeM":24,"walkingHours":24,"meals":24,"accommodation":24},849,"Day 27","Depart from Paro","We catch our respective flights to our destination enjoying the mountain views from the aircraft. 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