Wild East Rodung La 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 · 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

3. 03

   Day 3 · 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

4. 04

   Day 4 · Thimphu to Tongsa

   We drive to Tongsa via Dochu-la pass (3,088m) capturing superb views of Bhutan's highest peaks, namely, Masagang (7,158m), Terigang (7,060m), Jejegangphugang (7,158m), Zongaphugang (7,060m), Tsendegang (6,960m), Gangkar Puensum, the highest (7,497m) and more. Zongaphugang is the table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana. Continuing our trail, we arrive at Tongsa.

   Lodge

5. 05

   Day 5 · Tongsa to Bumthang

   We 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. In the afternoon, 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.

   Lodge

6. 06

   Day 6 · Bumthang to Tang to Ugyenchholing

   After spending time for sightseeing in the valley, we depart for Tang and drive along the main highway winding through the hillside. From Tang, we start our trekking and walk up to Ugyenchholing Manor, situated on a hillock above the village.

   30 minutes Guesthouse or camp

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