This is your chance to trek to the base of Bhutan's highest mountain and unclimbed peak of Gangkar Puensum. Starting from Bumthng, the trek follows what used to be an important and ancient trade route to Tibet, leading to high alpine pasturelands, passing through regions of diverse flora and fauna and some of the most impressive landscape of Bhutan.

This trek goes to the remote lunana district and considered as the most difficult trek in Bhutan. The attributes those make it a tough trek are; distances, altitudes, weathers and remoteness.

This trek goes to the remote Lunana district and is considered to be the most difficult trek in Bhutan. The circumstances which make this a tough trek are: distances, altitude, weather conditions and remoteness. A very fit trekking group could tackle the final stage from Tshochenchen to Bumthang in one day, but the less fit should allow two comfortable days, and either reduce time allotted for post-trek sightseeing or else add a day to the total length of the tour.

Day 01: Kathmandu - Paro
The flight from Kathmandu to Paro on Druk Air is a befitting introduction to Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan. From a window seat on clear days you can experience a spectacular view of Bhutan's snow capped peaks as you approach Paro. On arrival you will be met with guide and drive to hotel. O/N in Paro. (B/L/D)

Day 02: Paro - Thimphu
After breakfast you will visit the ruins of the Drukgyal Dzong, Kyichu Temple. Afternoon visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong). Take a leisurely hike down to Rimpung Dzong. You will walk through a traditional covered bridge across the river to your waiting car at the valley floor. Begin your journey to Thimphu the capital city (8200feet). O/N in Thimphu. (B/L/D)

Day 03: Thimphu - Punakha
The day begins with late breakfast and visit to the National Memorial Chorten, Drupthob Lhakhang (Monastery for the nuns). We then visit the National Library, painting school, and National Library. After lunch visit the traditional Medicine institute, Royal traditional silver smiths and Bhutanese traditional paper factory at work. In the evening you will drive to Punakha. O/N in Punakha. (B/L/D)

Day 04: Punakha - Bumthang
The drive to Bumthang takes approximately 8 hours. We start early for the fabulous drive to the central valleys of Bhutan through the breathtaking beauties and serenity of Bhutan's rich flora and fauna with many stops for pictures. O/N in Bumthang. (B/L/D)

Day 05: Bumthang
Considered the most beautiful, sacred, religious and domain of the Bhutanese Royal family. It is here in the 8th century, an Indian saint known as Guru Padmasambhava introduced the Buddhism and the area continues to thrive as a spiritual center. Pilgrimages all over the country visit here. The day will be spending going around the valley. O/N in Bumthang. (B/L/D)

Day 06: Begin Trekking
Drive to the trailhead at Dur Zam, where our packhorses will be waiting. After the gears are loaded on the horse, we'll begin hiking, following a trail along the Dur Chu (Chu means river) and climbing gradually through forests of pine, oak, and dwarf bamboo. Camp at Chockmey (9600 ft.) (5-6 hours hiking 8 miles). O/N in Chockmey at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 07: Chokmey - Tashisa
Continue to hike gradually through the rhododendron forests, if you are lucky you will get glimpse of pheasants and musk deer. Camp at Tashisa, 12300ft, 7-8hours. O/N in Tashisa at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 08: Tashisa Dollythang
As you gain the altitude, the trek becomes little difficult. Ascend up to Dolly La Pass 15700 ft, and then descend to the camp at Dollythang at 13400ft. Enjoy the great views of the surrounding mountains. (5-6hrs hiking 8miles). O/N in Dollythang at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 09: Dollythang - Tsawa
The trail ascends and descends through dwarf rhododendron forests before crossing Chamkhar Chu and head north along the riverside trail. Overnight at Camp (11,200ft) 5-6hours 8miles. O/N in Tsawa at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 10: Tsawa - Gangkar Puensum Base Camp
Hike through the rhododendron forest and bamboo forests. As the forest begins to thin out, the snowcapped mountains will surround you and will pass through many yak herder camps. Overnight at Camp. 13400ft. (8-9hrs 10miles). O/N in Gangkar Puensum Base Camp at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 11: Base Camp
A day hike up to a 16700foot ridge for fabulous views of the icy ramparts and ridges of the mighty Mount Gangkar Puensum, the world's highest unclimbed mountain. O/N in Base Camp at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 12: Base Camp - Tsampa Gompa
Today is a short hike to the Tsampa Monastery (11,100ft) it is about 5-6 hours hiked and about 7 miles. O/N in Tsampa Gompa at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 13: Tsampa Gompa - Petsho
The hike will be along the Chamkhar River, if you have fishing equipment than it is good place for fishing trout. Bring a collapsible rod and enjoy the fun. Overnight at camp in Petsho (9300ft), 5-6 hours about 7 miles. O/N in Petsho at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 14: Petsho - Nganlhakhang
Continue your hike through dense forest and arrive at Nganlhakhang (Swan Temple) at 8600ft, 6-7 hours about 7 miles. O/N in Nganlhakhang at Tented Camp. (B/L/D)

Day 15: Nganlhakhang - Jakar Valley - Bumthang
Hike through the small farm houses, visit one of the house and observed the rural life of Bhutan, also you might be able to purchase some weavings. O/N in Bumthang. (B/L/D)

Day 16: Bumthang - Punakha
All day drive (about 7 hours) to Punakha and transfer to hotel. . O/N in Punkha. (B/L/D)

DAY 17: Punakha - Paro
After Breakfast drive to Wangdue Phodrang sightseeing around and continue your journey back to Paro. Lunch at Thimphu. Visit Tamchogang Lhakhang situated high in the austere surroundings on the right bank of the river, few kilometers beyond the Chuzom checkpoint. Rest of the day is free. You can walk up to the nearest village to the hotel or climb the small hilltop above the hotel for a panoramic photograph. O/N in Paro. (B/L/D)

Day 18: Paro - Kathmandu
Early morning drive to Paro for departure. Our representative will bid you fare well at Paro airport.  (B)


Cost Include
01. Accommodation with all meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
02. All transportation by private vehicle.
03. Sightseeing tour with English speaking Guide as per itinerary including entry fee to museum.
03. Royalties and other taxes. Other than departure tax Bhutan entry visa fee US$ 20 and US$ 10.
04. Accommodation on two men nice tent with all meals cooked by our own cook during the Trekking.
05. Trekking equipment: Two men dome nice tent, dining tent, toilet tent, kitchen tent with all kitchen equipment, sleeping bag, down jackets and mattress etc...

Cost Exclude
01. Airfares (Kathmandu - Paro US$ 195, Calcutta - Paro US$ 195, Dhaka - Paro US$ 195, Delhi - Paro US$ 320 and Bangkok - Paro US$ 365 for one way and double for round trip flight by Druk Airlines.
02. Bhutan entry visa fees US$ 20, Paro airport tax US$ 10 & US$ 10 for TDF.
03. Hard and soft drinks during the trip.   
04. Surcharge, Insurance, Personal expense and Tips