Thimphu, Punakha Dzong and the hike to Tiger’s Nest
Overview
A short introduction to the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan: fortress-monasteries, prayer-flag passes and the cliff-side Tiger’s Nest monastery. The flight from Kathmandu passes Everest and Kanchenjunga.
Fly to Paro and drive to the capital, Thimphu. Cross the Dochula pass (3,100 m) to Punakha and its riverside dzong, then return to Paro for the hike to Tiger’s Nest before flying back to Kathmandu.
Anyone with a few days to add to a Nepal trip. The only real walk is the 5–6 hour Tiger’s Nest hike, which can be shortened by horse.
Why book with us: We combine Bhutan with your Nepal trek, handle the visa and SDF, and arrange a licensed Bhutanese guide, with Spanish on request.
Well-made trails and 4 to 5 hours of walking a day. Great for first-timers.
Day By Day
Highest point reached each day, taken from the itinerary. Gradual gains give your body time to acclimatize.
Mountain flight from Kathmandu to Paro, then drive to Thimphu to see the Buddha Dordenma statue and Tashichho Dzong. 1.5 hours by road.
Cross the Dochula pass (3,100 m) with its 108 chortens, visit Punakha Dzong and walk to Chimi Lhakhang through rice fields. 3 hours by road.
Return over the Dochula to Paro and visit Rinpung Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest temples. 4 hours by road.
Climb through pine forest to Taktsang, the Tiger’s Nest monastery on a 900 m cliff, and back. 5–6 hours.
Transfer to Paro airport and fly back to Kathmandu.
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Best Time To Go
Recommended: Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov. We run this trek on the dates you choose. Tell us when you would like to go and we will check conditions for you.
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France
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