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8 DAYS CHILILA NATURE TREK
(Fly in - Fly out Monday/ Thursday)

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BHUTAN TREK # 01
 

Day 01

Fly Kathmandu- Paro by Druk Air flight

Upon arrival process Bhutan visa paying US $ cash 20 /- per person. Meet, assist and transfer to hotel.The flight into the Himalayas reveals breathtaking views of the great peaks, taking you right into the Dragon Kingdom's cloud scraping airstrip at Paro (Altitude 7000 ft.). Your Bhutanese escort will great you on arrival and drive you through beautiful Paro valley to the hotel. Situated on a breezy pine scented hillside. After refreshment take a stroll around the little town at Paro. After lunch you will be taken to Ta- Dzong (Museum). Overnight at hotel.

Day 02

Sightseeing in Paro

A drive to the ruins of Drugyel Dzong (18 kms up Paro valley). Built in 1647 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate his victory over the Tibetan invaders. On a clear day, the 7314m white-domed peak of sacred Mt. Chomolhari (Mountain of Goddess) looms overhead. Then, visit the Taa Daong - The National museum, housed in an ancient watch-tower. This museum has fine collection of ancient thankas paintings, textiles, weapons and other artifacts. Evening at leisure. Meals and overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 

Paro- Chonana (3500m)

Start trekking. - Most of the days walk is a gradual climb through Bhutanese farm houses. The view of Paro valley from the trail is excellent. Overnight in tent in Chonana.

Day 04 

Chonana- Jebkarpo

Uphill for about 5 hours walking it slowly and allowing for plenty of stops. The trail take you through a forest filled with many species of Primula and Rhododendrons, from the pass and the trail along the ridge of Chilila the Himalayan range of Bhutan can also be seen. Overnight in tent.

Day 05 

Jabkarpo- Lower Mingula (3845 m.)

Distance 15 kms. Today is a day to be up early. The early morning views from camp of Chomolhari "Divine mountain of Goddess"  Tserim Kang. Glacier of long life. And Jichu Drake are stunning. The trail follows the ridge and besides the view of the mountains you can also see the valley of Paro and Haa. Overnight in tent.

Day 06

Another day with excellent view of mountains and valleys. On this route it is very common to see yak herders. Overnight in Tent.

 
Day 07 Thong - Paro.

Descend back to Paro valley. The trek ends at Drukgyel Dzong.  Drive to hotel. 

Day 08 Fly Paro - Kathmandu by Druk Air flight.

Early breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the airport to board the flight. Your Bhutanese escort will assist you with exit formalities and bid you farewell.

Note: 

The duration of this program can be extended 2 to 3 days for sightseeing tour to Thimpu from Day 07.

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