Snowman Trek Itinerary

Today explore a fascinating full day tour to see the best of Thimphu city at an altitude of 2,350 m. First stop is at the National Memorial Chorten, built in memory of the third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Next, visit the Changgangkha Monastery, the Folk Heritage Museum, a showcase of the Bhutanese artifacts used in rural households, the National Library, which houses ancient manuscripts or the Painting School. Afterward, visit the Tashichhodzong, which houses some ministries, the office and throne room of His Majesty the King and the central monk body, then head out of town to explore the Simtokha Dzong built in 1629, which is the oldest fortress in Bhutan. Overnight in Thimphu.

Today’s trek distance is 5-6km for about 5-6 hours starts by the riverside and follows a well-made path through the semi-tropical forest. This part of the area is for flower lovers with an abundance of wild orchids. The day’s walk is fairly gentle climbing up to Damji village at 2,250m where we camp for an overnight.

This morning visits the Gasa Dzong, which was built in the 17th century to protect the valley against Tibetan invaders. Then it’s off to the trek for a distance of 13-km for 6-7 hours with a stiff climb up to Bele La Pass at 3,700m through bamboo, rhododendron, juniper and fir forests. Arrive in Chamsa Campsite at an altitude of 3,650m after descending for about half an hour.

Today is your leisure day to explore the local lifestyle, culture, and traditions of the Laya community. Stroll through the villages, perhaps visit houses and meet the people, who are friendly and will happily pose for photographs. Women of Laya wear a special dress and typical bamboo hats, decorated with turquoise and silver ornaments. In the evening, a cultural programme with dances performed by the local women and girls can be arranged.

Today is the longest day of the trek for a distance of 25-km for about 10-11 hours and rise early at 5 am with the climb to Tsimo La Pass at 4,700m. After crossing the pass and a little summit, enjoy a panoramic view of Lunana, Mt Jomolhari, and Jichu Drake. Next, the path is flat for another 4 hours until before climbing to Ganglapachung Pass at 5,080m. The view from the path is breathtaking with a whole range of mountains visible including Masanggang, Tsendegang and Teri Gang. Continue on to  a long descent to Tarina valley for an overnight camp at 3,980m

Your day begins for a distance of 17-km for about 6-7 hours through juniper and fir forests leading to the path upward to the Keche La Pass at  4,480m. After the pass, descend to the riverside and walk through a village with a stunning view of Table Mountain. The river to Lhedi village is one of the main sources of Pho Chhu River. Overnight in camp at an altitude of 3,650m.

Today is at leisure. If you are feeling really energetic, why not walk around, climb the ridge and marvel at the fascinating views of lakes and mountains

Our day starts for a distance of 16-km for about 6-7 hours with a short climb to Tshorim Lake, one of the main highlights of the trek with a panoramic view of the Gophu La ranges. The final climb to the Gophu La Pass at 5,230 m is very short. After the pass, walk downhill along the ridge to the base camp and enjoy breathtaking views of Gangkar Puensum. Furthermore, take in a detour to the left side to climb the pyramid peak for the better views or alternatively descend straight to the base camp near Sha ChhuRiver at an altitude of 4,970m.

Resume the trail for a distance of 14-km for about 6-7 hours along the Sha Chhu and descends gradually to Geshe Woma at an altitude of 4,200m.

Begin the day by walking for a distance of 14-km for about 5 hours. In the next first half hour takes us to Juli La Pass at 4,400m. After the pass, descend to the riverside through dense rhododendron, juniper and conifer forests. Next, cross the bridge and a short ascent leads to Dur Hot Spring (Tshachu) where Guru Padmasambhava bathed in the 8th century.

Today is the last day of the trek for a distance of 21-km for about 13 hours. Set off very early in order to reach Bumthang before dark. The path follows along the Chamkhar Chhu, descending gradually with few ascents. Arrive in Dur village, and your trek ends here where our transport will meet us and drive to your hotel in Bumthang for two nights.

This morning we travel to Trongsa, the ancestral home of the present Royal Family of Bhutan. Sightseeing today includes a visit to the magnificent Trongsa Dzong where the first two Kings ruled from this dzong and also visit the Ta Dzong (ancient watch tower). The evening is at leisure to relax, enjoy & explore the delightful surroundings of Trongsa town at an altitude of 2,200 m. Spend the night in Trongsa.

Today is dedicated to taking you on a hike to Paro Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest). No visit to Bhutan would be complete without a trip to Taktshang. The monastery is perched on the edge of a steep cliff, about 900 m above the Paro valley and takes about a 2-hour climb on a well-maintained trail through beautiful pine forest, trees festooned with Spanish Moss and fluttering prayer flags. Legend has it that Guru Rimpoche flew to Paro Taktshang cliff in the form of Guru Dorji Drolo, mounted on a flaming tigress in the 8th century. Afterward, there may also be time to visit the ruined Drugyal Dzong (fortress), built in 1647 to commemorate the victory over the Tibetan invaders or visit the Kichu Lhakhang, which is one of the oldest temples in Bhutan (7th century). Your overnight is in Paro.