If you get a seat on the left side of the plane and the weather cooperates, you might have spectacular views of the high peaks of the eastern Himalaya, including Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga – five of the highest peaks in the world – and peaks in Bhutan suche as Chomolhari, Jichu Drakye, and Tsering Kang. Arrive Paro after visa formalities transfer to hotel. PARO. Paro Airport, the only airport in Bhutan is located in Paro. This valley is one of the most populated areas in the country. The valley contains a wealth of attractions and requires a few days to be properly explored. The elegant and perfectly symmetrical Rinpung Dzong looks after the religious and secular activities in the valley. Behind Rinpung Dzong, on a high hillside is the castle shaped Ta Dzong - a watch tower built in 1651 to defend Bhutan from Tibetan invasions. This Dzong houses the National Museum since 1967. Eighteen kilometers from the town is the burnt ruins of Drugyel Dzong (victorious fortress) from where Tibetan invasions were repelled. On a clear day one can get a view of Mount Chhomolhari - the Mountain of Goddess (Alt 24,000ft). Paro is also a paradise for pilgrimages as it is the first stop of Guru Padma Sambhava also known as Guru Rimpoche on his crusade from Tibet to Bhutan in the 8th century. He is believed to have arrived on a back of a tigress and mediated at the Taktsang Monastery, now a hallowed shrine for Bhutanese pilgrims. A terrible fire in 1998 destroyed the medieval wall paintings and all the inner temples. The temple is now under reconstruction.

Drive up to Drugyel Dzong (18 Kms) where the road ends and the Trek Begins: 17 kilometers, 5 - 6 hours. The trek starts from Drugyel Dzong at 2580 Mts with a short down hill walk on a wide trail. The trail climbs gently through rice terrace and millet fields. The route also passes through apple orchards and forests. Soon you will reach the army camp of Gunyitsawa at 2810 Mts. This is the last stop on the border with Tibet. At 2870 Mts, just beyond Sharna Zampa, there are several good places for camping surrounded by trees. O/n Camp.

 20 kilometers, 7 - 8 hours. The trail is rather gradual without any steep climbs through dense forest of oak, pine and spruce continues uphill through the river valley. The valley gradually narrows to a mere path which descends to a meadow where a camp will be set up. Camp lies on the left side of the river at an altitude of 3750 Mts marked with two stone shelters. O/n Camp.

19 kilometers, 7 - 8 hours. The path ascends for a while till you reach an army camp. After a kilometer pass a village called Jampu towards the north. From here you will be above the tree line enjoying the stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. Occasionally pass by solitary houses of the yak herders before you finally reach the old ruins of the fort known as Jangothang at an altitude of 4050 Mts with a community hall. This is also the Chomolhari base camp. O/n Camp.

Excursion to the nameless viewpoint at an altitude of 5250 Mts offering beautiful view of Mt. Chomolhari & Kungphu. Earlier fishing was allowed in Tshophu Lake filled with giant rainbow trouts but as per the new rules from Bhutan Govt it has been prohibited. O/n Camp.

18 kilometers, 6 - 7 hours crossing a pass known as Bhonte la at an altitude of 4900 Mts. This day offers beautiful views of Mt.Chomolhari, Kungphu, Jichu Drake from the two lakes and wonderful landscape. The ascent is about 800 Mts in altitude, the descent 1,090 Mts in altitude. Before reaching the camp you will pass the Soi Yaksa village and one kilometer further cross a bridge to reach the campsite at an altitude of 3800 Mts. O/n Camp.

13 kilometers, 5 - 6 hours walk. This stage offers a lot of scenic beauty. You will have good views into the valley and from the Thombu la pass at an altitude of 4520 Mts views of Chomolhari and Jichu Drake can be seen. From the pass its all the way down hill till camp at an altitude of 4180 Mts situated above tree line. The difference in altitude (ascent) is 700 Mts. O/n Camp.

15 kilometers, 5 - 6 hours walk. The first part especially the walk on the ridge offers beautiful views partly to the mighty ice giants in the Chomolhari region. The second part consists of a steep descent, which lacks interesting views. At end of the descent you will come across the same military camp as you entered. O/n Camp.

Trek for 16 Kms to reach the vehicles waiting at Drugyel Dzong and then proceed to Hotel at Paro. O/n Hotel.

Transfer to the airport to board the flight to Bangkok.