Mt.Jomolhari Combo Trek

Combination of 4 popular Treks in Bhutan

Jomolhari

Combo Trek

The Trek offers spectacular views of Jomolhari (7314m),revered by yak herders as the abode of Goddess Jhomo.The trek crosses mountain passes, high altitude lakes, and offers view of Bhutanese Himalayan peaks of Jichu Drakey and Tserim Kang (6789m). Yak herders and nomadic villagers would be your next door neighbours as you camp along.

You will venture as high as 5,000 meters which will be one of the most scenic treks with entry from the beautiful Paro Valley, you will explore and experience almost everything that Bhutan can offer making your exit from Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.

The economic development in the country has caused unplanned urbanization, deforestation and over exploitation of nature. Most of the trek routes in Bhutan like elsewhere in the world has been affected by these effects of developments. To provide our guests with an off the beaten path experience, our company has come up with a unique product combining the four treks- Druk Path, Yaktsa , Jumolhari trek and the Naro trek- a combination which has remained relatively untraveled. The highlights of this tour will be the spectacular views of the Mount Jumolhari, Jichu Drake and the beautiful passes that will take you into the close up views of the peaks which are more than 7,000 meters above the sea level. The trek unlike the former routes will be through the beautiful, pristine environment far from human civilization.

The new trekking route will be an isolated experience and also an escapade into diversity as you will be exploring the different trek routes. You will be treated to some great alpine scenery with beautiful camp sites, the illusive blue poppy and many more.

Day 1- Paro International Airport- your first glimpse of Bhutan

Arrive in Bhutan, Sight seeing in Paro

On arrival at the Paro International Airport you meet your tour guide and driver. Check into your hotel and after a brief rest, start your magical experience of Bhutan by first visiting the impressive Rinpung Dzong/Fortress of Heaped Jewels a fine example of the ostentatious Bhutanese art and architecture. The Dzong is located in the heart of the town and a few minute walk through Nyimazam, one of the few last remaining traditional cantilever bridges in Bhutan. Dzongs serve as both monastic institutions and district administrative offices.

Located above the Dzong is the National Museum that houses various antiques and artifacts of Bhutan and provides a glimpse into Bhutan’s cultural and religious history.

Visit the 3 storied Dungtse Lhakhang/temple, built in the mid 1430’s by Thangtong Gyalpo, an iron bridge builder, to subdue a demon and the temple is believed that it is firmly chained to the ground. The three floors of the temple represent hell, heaven and earth and house some of the finest murals in Bhutan.

Overnight at your hotel in Paro

Day 2- Taktsang Hike-Tiger’s Nest

Acclimatization hike, Maximum Elevation reach 3150 m,

After a sumptuous breakfast, you will hike to Taktsang Monastery / Tiger’s Nest which is about 3 hours uphill and 2 hours down. Riding ponies are also available if you think the hike is a bit daunting. Located around 900 meters above the Paro valley on a precarious almost vertical mountain cliff, Taktsang Monastery is truly a wonderful and spectacular sight in terms of its location, setting and history. In the 8th Century this was one of the major sites where Guru Padmasambhava – the patron saint of Buddhism in Bhutan meditated with his consort Khandro Yeshey Tshogyal. It is believed that Guru flew on a female tigress in pursuit of a demon which he subdued at the current site of the Monastery. It is one of the holiest site in the Buddhist arena and the most important cultural icon in Bhutan.

You can have your lunch, tea/snacks at the cafeteria midway.

Before you drive back to your hotel visit the Kyichu Lhakhang/temple, one of the oldest temples built in the 7th Century by the Tibetan King Songsten Gyembo.

In the evening, enjoy a hot stone bath in a wooden tub which is supposed to be very curative with numerous medicinal and healing properties and has been the practice since the ancient times in Bhutan.

Overnight at your hotel in Paro.

Day 3 - Paro- Chubitsa- Namchakha

Walking duration - 5-6 hours, Maximum Elevation reach - 4000 m, Camp Site at Namchakha

Day 4 -Namchakha- Thangbu

Walking Distance - 5 -6 hours, Maximum Elevation reach - 4000 m

Day 5 - Thangbu- Yaktsa

Walking Duration - 4 hours, Maximum Elevation reach - 3,800 m

Day 6 - Yaktsa- Jangothang

Walking Duration 6 - 7 hours, Maximum elevation reach - 4080 m

Day 7 - Halt at Jangothang – rest and acclimatize

Day Excursion of Mountain lakes and fresh water falls

Day 8 - Jangothang- Lingzhi

Walking Duration - 7 hours, Highest Elevation reach - 4890 m, Camp Site 3,880 m

Day 9 - Lingzhi- Dhingtso

Walking Duration 6-7 hours, Highest Elevation reach - 4820m

Day 10 - Dhingtso- Waleythang

Walking Duration 5-6 hours, Maximum elevation reach - 4,100m

Day 11 - Waleythang- Tegithang

Walking Duration - 6-7 hours, Maximum Elevation reach - 4,700m

Day 12 - Tegithang- Rangthabja

Walking Duration - 7 hours, Highest Elevation reach will be updated but not above 4700m

Day 13 - Rangthabja- Labana

Walking Duration 5-6 hours, Maximum elevation reach - 4,380m

Day 14 - Labana – Phajoding – Thimphu

Walking Duration 4-5 hours, Descend to Thimphu the capital city of Bhutan

Day 15 - Thimphu valley excursion

Sight Seeing in Thimphu - the Capital of Bhutan

Details

Duration: 15 Nights 16 Days

Start Location: Paro, Bhutan

Dress: Casual with Walking Boot or Sneaker, prepare for 11 Days Trekking

Fitness Level: Level 5 Challenging: Full day packed itinerary at a challenging pace, with long travel days or trekking for 7-8 hours a day for consecutive days and a demanding/challenging daily schedule of physical activities

Pack: Daypack with your personal Toiletries, SunBlock, Water and Sun Glass

Highlights

Jumolhari – Laya – Druk Path and Naro Trek- Combination of the four most popular treks
Experience the pristine environment
Tiger’s Nest/Taktsang Monastery- Hanging onto a precarious almost vertical mountain cliff, it’s a spectacular sight in terms of location, setting and history and is one of the holiest sites in the Buddhist arena.
Excursion of Thimphu valley- Combination of ancient and modern
Visit TashiChodzong or the Fortress of the Glorious Religion – the office of the Dragon King of Bhutan
Traditional hot stone bath
Throughout your holiday to Bhutan, escorted by one of the Bhutan Chatselo’s expert tour guide- your ‘travelling concierge’, expert guide, consummate facilitator and friend in a foreign land who ensures your journey is as enjoyable as possible.
Baggage handling everywhere on your tour
Enjoy the unique comfort of Bhutan Chatselo’s Luxury air conditioned SUV and coach with extended leg room.
Airport Transfers as per the scheduled flights.

Day 16: Departure

After breakfast drive to Paro International Airport where your guide and driver will bid you farewell and hope you had a pleasant holiday and hope to see you in Bhutan again.