Bhutan Jumolhari Round Trekking - 10 Nights/ 11 Days

Bhutan Jumolhari Trekking Itinerary

Kathmandu –Paro or Arrive at Paro :
Day 01: Upon arrival at Paro airport, received by representative of Bhutan Ever Green Tours & Treks a nd transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Paro - Shana (Start of Trek ):
Day 02: Our trek to Shana starts at Drukgyal Dzong following the Paro river and we pass cultivated fields and tiny web picturesque villages. The forests are alive with numerous birds and brightly colored butterflies. Overnight at camp Shana . Altitude 2,820 m; Distance 14 Km; Time 5 - 6 hours. Overnight in Camp.

Shana - Thangthangka:
Day 03: The trail follows the river through a heavily forested area with a few isolated farmhouses. It narrows and closes in and the trail winds up and down along the drainage. We pass a junction enroot, where another path leads north over the Tremo La to Tibet . Camp is in a meadow with a stone shelter. Altitude 3610 m; Distance 21 Km; Time 7 - 8 hours. Overnight in Camp.

Thangthangka - Jangothang:
Day 04: In the morning after passing a small army post, the trail slowly leaves the forest line and gradually climbs into a beautiful valley, passing Tegethang, a winter home of yak herdsmen. Lunch will be served in one of these huts. Lots of yaks will be seen today before we arrive at the Jhomolhari base camp (4,115 m). High mountains overlook the camp and visible nearby are the ruins of an old fortress used to guard Bhutan against Tibetan invasions. Altitude 4,115 m; Distance 15 Km; Time 5 - 6 hours. Overnight in Camp.

Jangothang :
Day 05: Rest day at Jangothang, enjoy the superb view all around. Overnight in Camp.

Jangothang - Lingshi:
Day 06: The trail follows the stream for half an hour and crosses the bridge to the right side. Start the climb up to the first ridge with a breathtaking view of Jumolhari, JichuDrakey and Tsrim Ghang. Then walk towards the valley, almost flat for a while, until the climb to the Nyeley la pass at an altitude of 4,700 meters. After the pass it's a gradual descent to the Lingshi camp, enjoying the panorama view of the peaks and Lingshi dzong. Camp altitude is 4000 meters. Walking time 7-8 hours. Overnight in Camp.

Lingshi - Shodu: 8 hrs walk.
Day 07: The trail today climbs to Yalila Pass (4820 m), from where on a clear day, impressive views of Mount Jumolhari, Tserim Kang and Masagang can be seen. Overnight in Camp.

Shodu - Barshong:
Day 08: This is the place where one comes back to the tree line. The path follows the Thimphu River , descending through rhododendron, juniper and other alpine forest. The view of the cliff facing rocks and waterfalls are stunning. Hot lunch will be served by the riverside. After lunch the trail gradually ascends to the ruins of the Barshong dzong, reaching the camp at the altitude 3600meters. Walking time 6-7 hours. Overnight in Camp.

Barshong - Dolamkencho:
Day 09: The road descends through alpine forest and we once again join Thimphu River for a while. After lunch climb up to Dolamkencho camp at the altitude of 3600meters. Walking time 5-6 hours. Overnight in Camp.

Dolamkencho - Dodena –
Day10: Thimphu: The path descends through bamboo forests all the way to Dolamkencho, finally joining Thimphu River again. Arrive at Dodena where you will be picked up for the drive to Thimphu (15 km). Overnight at the hotel. In the evening drive to Paro. Dinner and Overnight in Hotel at Paro.

Departure to Kathmandu or next destination
Day 11: Early morning, drive to the airport and farewell.
Bhutan Flight: There are three flight in a week Kathmandu to Paro ( Bhutan )
Air Fare: USD 400 per person (Kathmandu-Paro-Kathmandu)
Visa Fees : US$ 20 Per Person
Tourism Tax : US$10
Tour Cost

Cost Includes :

• Return air ticket: Kathmandu - Bhutan (Paro) - Kathmandu .
• All ground transfers and guided sightseeing tours as per above itinerary.
• Hotel accommodation (twin sharing) with all meals (full board).
• Bhutan visa confirmation, arrangement and all related services.

The Cost Excludes:

• Airport taxes, Bhutan visa fee US$ 20 (payable on arrival at the airport immigration).
• Nepal re-entry visa fee, all drink/bar bills, personal expenses and any insurance coverage.
• Terms and Conditions:
• The costs are net, non-commissionable and inclusive of Govt.taxes.
• Final booking with passport details must be sent to us at least 30 days prior to departure for Bhutan .
• Full payment should be made in USD Cash or Travelers cheque for confirmed trip and booking with 20 % of payment should be made through bank wire transfer to ourUSD A/C d. while booking this trip from your home country. Balance of payment due upon arrival in Katmandu (in Cash).
• Our best services and care will be provided during the trip.
• The costs, flight timing and tour itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice.

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Bhutan Mountain Bike Tour 07 Night/08 Days
Nowhere else in the world will you be such a subject of curiosity as a bicyclist in Bhutan . School children will keep greeting you and wishing you a nice day wherever you appear with your bicycle. When cycling through Bhutan , you traverse numerous ups and downs and at least five curves per kilometer, all the time almost alone as there is hardly any traffic on Bhutanese roads. Cyclists can maintain an average cycling speed close to the speed of cars and buses making bicycling in Bhutan a true adventure of the Himalayas

Mountain biking is relatively new in Bhutan but is gaining popularity rapidly. Today, new routes are being developed and bikers can actually be the first to test such routes. All categories of trails bypassing pristine forests, quaint hamlets and farmers or even wildlife amid alpine rhododendrons are on offer. For the ultimate adventure, one can also traverse the entire nation on a mountain bike.

Mountain Bike Tour Itinerary
Day 01 Flight to Paro & Overnight
Day 02 Paro Sightseeing on bicycle. O/N
Day 03 Cycle to Thimpu. O/N
Day 04 Cycle to Wangdiphodrang via Punakha crossing Dochula pass. Alt 3050m. O/N
Day 05 Cycle to Gangtey Gompa and back. O/N
Day 06 Cycle to Thimphu . O/N
Day 07 Cycle to Paro. O/N
Day 08 Transfer to airport for final departure.

Tour Cost:

Cost Includes

• Twin sharing accommodation in the best available hotel or tourist lodge/cottage.
• Full board meals package,
• All transfer facilities as per above itinerary with sightseeing,
• English speaking tour or trek Guide,
• Camping Equipment, freshly Foods. 2 men tents with dinning tent/kitchen and toilet tent,
• Skillful and experienced crew staff ,
• Entrance fees and Permits,

Cost excludes:

• Air Fare & airport tax.
• Personal Expenses bar bills, laundry, tips etc
• Bhutan Visa Fee & Tourism taxes US$ 20 + 10 payable at airport at the time upon arrival.
• Nepal re-entry visa fee
• Travel insurance

NOTE : Bhutan tours & treks package have one single uniform rate per person/per day basis which is fixed by the Govt. of Bhutan. They do not have any Budget/Standard/Deluxe categories, using moderate hotels & all packages are on full board with sightseeing.

Compulsory payable surcharge:

• USD 40.00 per night (Single pax)
• USD 30.00 per night (2 pax)