Bumthang Trek
This trek is ideal for average walkers, as the altitude does not go over 3360 meters. There are no views over the high peaks, but the trek crosses several villages and winds through the Bumthang countryside, giving an exceptional opportunity to be in contact with the rural life.
This trek is named because the opportunities to visit villages and Lhakhangs are greater than on most other treks in Bhutan. Though it is a short trek, the Bumthang trek is strenuous because it involves a 500-meter climb to Phephe La, 3360 meters.
Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrival in Paro/transfer to hotel at leisure (L, D)
Day 02 Drive to Thimpu/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 03 Thimpu sightseeing/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 04 Drive to Bhumthang/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 05 Bhumthang sightseeing/Rest time at Leisure/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 06 Trek Toktu Zampa to Ngang Lhakhang (3360m) (B, L, D)
Day 07 Trek Ngang Lhakhang to Tahung (2790m) (B, L, D)
Day 08 Trek Tahung to Mesithang (2640m) (B, L, D)
Day 09 Gamling/Mesithang to Bumthang/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 10 Bumthang to Punakha/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 11 Punakha to Thimphu/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 12 Thimphu to Paro/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 13 Paro sightseeing/hotel (B, L, D)
Day 14 Departure (B)
COST INCLUDES:
Twin sharing accommodation with full board, all transfers as per the itinerary, English speaking guide, All the monument entrance fees & govt. Taxes. All camping equipments, meals as per mention in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L= lunch, D= Dinner) porters and trekking permits.
COST EXCLUDES:
Airfares, visa fee of $20 (cash) payable upon arrival at airport, beverage, phone calls, laundry, medical, insurance and any other expenses that are not specified above.