3 Days Trekking in Bhutan.
Chelila Nature Trek.
This is a 3 days trekking in Bhutan starting from Paro and ending in Chelila near the pass. The Best time for this trek is early March to June & September to end of November. The Chelila Nature trek gives a rare opportunity to see the Haa valley. On the other side of the ridge you can see the Paro valley. During spring and summer, the trek route is adorned with varieties wild flowers and Orchids.
Sketch Itinerary for 3 Days Trekking in Bhutan Itinerary:
Day 1. Arrival at Paro.
Day 2. Paro sightseeing.
Day 3. Paro – Chonana.
Day 4: Chonana –Jebcharpo.
Day 5. Jebcharpo – Chelila –Thimphu.
Day 6. Thimphu sightseeing.
Day 7. Thimphu – Paro [Departure].
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Detailed Itinerary for 3 Days Trekking in Bhutan.
Day 01. Arrival in Paro (2280 m):
Your guide from Yak Holidays will receive you at the airport and then drive to the hotel.
In the Afternoon, visit to:
- Ta Dzong built in1656 and renovated in 1968, an ancient watchtower, which now houses the National Museum.
- Rinpung Dzong built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the centre of civil and religious authority in this valley.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and over night in Hotel.
Day 02. Hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery:
In the Morning, hike to the Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) monastery.
- The trail climbs through beautiful pine forest. The primary temple was built around Guru Rimpoche’s meditation cave in the 1684 by the Penlop of Paro Gyaltse Tenzin Rabgay. Legend has it that Guru Rimpoche, the Tantric Mystic flew here on the back of a flying tigress.
In the Afternoon, visit to:
- Drukgyal Dzong built in 1647 by the great Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and served as a defense post against the Tibetan invasion in the ancient days.
- Kichu Lhakhang built in 659 A.D by the Tibetan King Srongsen Gampo. He built 108 Temples in a single day to pin the Ogress to the earth forever. He also wanted to convert the Tibetan people to Buddhism. Six of these Temples lie in Bhutan; most prominent of them are Jambay Lhakhang in Bumthang and Kichu Lhakhang in Paro. Kichu Lhakhang is said to hold the left foot of the Ogress and Jambay Lhakhang pins the left knee.
Dinner and over night in Hotel.
Day 03. Paro – Chonana – (Start of 3 Days Trekking in Bhutan):
Drive 4 Km. from hotel to the point where you begin your trek. Most of the walk is a gradual climb through farmland. The view of the Paro valley from the trail is excellent.
Dinner and overnight in camp.
Alt. 3500 m. Distance: 14 km.
Day 04. Chonana – Jebcharpo:
A superb trek uphill for about 5 hours allowing a few stops. The trail takes you through a forest filled with many species of Primula. From the trail along the ridge of Chelila, one can see the Bhutanese Himalayas.
Dinner and overnight in camp. Distance 16 km.
Day 05. Jebcharpo – Chelila – Thimphu – (End of 3 Days Trekking in Bhutan):
The early morning views from our camp of Jumolhari, Tserim Gang and Jichu Drake are stunning. The trail follows the ridge with its views of the mountains. Continue follow the ridge and visit the Kila Monastery (Nunnery). Descend down to the motorable road where the trek ends and the transport await you to take to Thimphu. Distance-15 km. Alt: 3845 m.
On the way, a short stop to view Tamchog Monastery built by Thangthong Gyalpo, popularly known as “The Iron Bridge Builder”. He built 108 bridges across Tibet and Bhutan, out of which 8 were built in Bhutan.
In the evening, visit to Tashichho Dzong, seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Day 06. Thimphu Sightseeing:
In the Morning, visit to:
- National Memorial Chorten built in honor of The Third King, Late His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. The Paintings and statues give a rare insight into Bhutanese culture.
- Tallest Statue of sitting Buddha in the world (51.5 meters) at Kuenselphodrang.
- Changangkha Lhakhang, the oldest temple in Thimphu built in the 12th century by Phajo Drugom Shigpo.
- Takin Preserve center, a mini zoo that houses the National animal of Bhutan, Takin. This is a weird looking animal believed to be a mix of a goat and cow. Bhutanese believe that it was created by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, the Devine Madman of Bhutan.
- Sangaygang view point from where you can see the view of Thimphu city below.
- Dupthop Lhakhang, one of the few surviving nunneries in Bhutan.
Lunch at Simply Bhutan Museum restaurant, where you can enjoy typical Bhutanese dishes, Local wine, witness Folk dances and visit to the Folk Museum.
In the Afternoon, visit to:
- School of 13 Arts and Crafts (Painting school).
- National Postal Museum where you can print your photos on the official Bhutanese stamps.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Day 07. Thimphu – Paro (Departure):
After early breakfast, drive to the Airport and farewell.
Peak Season: March, April, May, Sep, Oct & Nov.
- 1 Pax: USD 1630 per person.
- 2 Pax: USD 1570 per person.
- 3 Pax and Above: USD 1390 per person
Off Season: Dec, Jan, Feb, June, July & Aug.
- 1 Pax: USD 1480 per person.
- 2 Pax: USD 1420 per person.
- 3 Pax and Above: USD 1240 per person
Tour Cost Includes:
a. All Meals [Breakfast /Lunch/Dinner]
b. Accommodation [Twin Sharing] Single Room Supplement Extra.
c. All transportation within the country including airport transfers.
d. Royalty & Govt. Taxes.
e. Entrance fees for Museums and Monuments.
f. Visa Fee.
g. English speaking Local guide.
h. Sightseeing.
i. Bottled water.
Tour Cost Excludes:
a. Drukair fares.
b. Insurance Premiums
c. Payments for service provided on a personal basis.
d. Cost for any services not mentioned in the “Cost Include head”.
e. Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc.
f. Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, Camera Charges, Incidentals, Portage, Bellboy charges tips or any other services.
Trekking Cost Includes:
Nature Recreation and Ecotourism Division (NRED) Nu.1000
* One guide.
* Cook.
* Helpers.
* Ponies and Yaks.
* Tents (Sleeping tent, mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent and shower tent).
* 3 meals.
* Mattresses and all other trekking accessories.
Note: For trekking a load of 25 kg is allowed.
Singapore – Paro – Singapore (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: USD 997
- Business Class: USD 1658
Bangkok – Paro – Bangkok (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: USD 974
- Business Class: USD 1091
Kathmandu – Paro – Kathmandu. (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: USD 437
- Business Class: USD 476
Delhi – Paro – Delhi (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: USD 625
- Business Class: USD 770
Kolkata – Paro – Kolkata (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: USD 432
- Business Class: USD 503
Dhaka(Bangladesh) – Paro – Dhaka (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: USD 448
- Business Class: USD 532
Things to bring for trekking in Bhutan:
Personal clothing: strong normal clothing (according to season). Preferably cotton, even for summer, woolen clothing for the evening and winter.
* Strong comfortable trekking boots – water-resistant for the rainy period-June-August.
* Sunscreen
* Flash light
* Rain coat (especially for rainy period –June-August)
* Head gear/hat/cap; sun and rain protection
* Water pills – for extra caution in purifying stream; (boiled water is provided at all times during the trek)
* Aspirin – incase of altitude sickness
* Lots of socks
* Warm clothes
Optional items to bring for trek to Bhutan:
* Sunglasses
* Head gear
* Folding umbrella (only for wet months — July and August)
* One towel
* Pillow case
* Wet-packed tissue paper.
* Pillow.