Brief Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival (Paro Airport to Paro Hotel)
Arrive at Paro airport (≈2,235m). Short drive to hotel in Paro town (≈2,200–2,300m). Rest and acclimatization.
Day 2 – Paro sightseeing & Tiger’s Nest
Hike to Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest Monastery) at ≈3,120m. Elevation gain ~900m. Return to Paro (2,200m).
Day 3 – Paro to Tshokam (Jangchulakha area)
Trek begins. Ascend through pine forests to Tshokam/Jangchulakha campsite (~3,800–3,900m).
Day 4 – Tshokam to Jimilang Tsho
Trek along ridge trails with yak pastures. Reach Jimilang Tsho at ≈3,880m.
Day 5 – Jimilang Tsho to Simkota Tsho
Climb to highest passes (~4,100–4,200m). Camp at Simkotra Tsho (≈4,110m).
Day 6 – Simkota to Phajoding
Long descent through alpine terrain and forest to Phajoding Monastery at ≈3,870m.
Day 7 – Phajoding to Thimphu
Steep downhill hike to Thimphu (≈2,320m). Reach hotel and rest.
Day 8 – Thimphu to Paro (Shopping & Culture)
Drive back to Paro (2,200m). Visit handicraft markets, textile shops, and local handmade gift centres. Optional visit to National Textile Museum.
Day 9 – Departure
Transfer to Paro Airport (2,235m) for departure.