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 Tibet Tour |
We offer a choice of overland  journeys, fly-in fly-out arrangements and short treks in Tibet, taking in Lhasa, |
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| Bhutan Tour |
We offer a choice  of easy and more challenging treks in this eastern tea-growing region of the Himalaya, |
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| Ladhakh Tour |
The barren but  alluring landscapes of Ladhakh and its heritage and people are in many ways like those of Tibet, |
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| >> The Chomolhari Trek |
| Trekking: |
8 Days |
| Departures : |
March and September |
| Costs : |
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This classic trek takes us to the base camp of Chomolhari, meaning 'mountain of goddess', one of Bhutan's most famous mountains. Dazzling alpine scenery, quiet forest trails and visits to some of the Kingdom's key heritage sites are included in the two-week holiday.
After arriving from Kathmandu, we have two nights in Paro, where we visit the 17th century fortress Ta Dzong, which is now the National Museum and the holy Buddhist shrine of Kyichu Lhakhang. After a short drive to the trail head, we set off on foot, through the Paro Valley, passing scattered settlements and farmlands. Climbing steadily through rhododendron, pine, oak and spruce forests, we emerge above the tree line to enjoy awesome views of Mt. Chomolhari, from the alpine pastures where yak herders graze their animals. We camp near the base camp of this beautiful mountain, beside a shimmering cobalt-blue lake.
An ever present landmark over the next days is the icy-bound summit of 6856m Jitchu Drake, as we now cross two high passes to descend to the Thimphu Valley, with its precipitous rock faces and stunning waterfalls. Following the river past forests of bamboo and ancient ruins, we come to Dodena and the end of the trek. It is a short drive to Thimphu, Bhutan's colourful capital, where we explore many of the cultural gems of the city: Tashichhodzong, 'Fortress of the Glorious Religion', the Memorial Chorten, Painting School, Traditional Medicine Institute and Handicraft Centre.
Fitness & Experience : This is a short trek but with a fair amount of ascent and descent and the days at altitude will slow you down. A good level of fitness is desirable but previous trekking experience is not necessary.
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| Outline Itinerary : |
| Day 1: |
Arrive Kathmandu, transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free. |
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Fly to Bhutan and transfer to hotel in Paro. Evening visit to the town and its market. |
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Full day of sightseeing in and around Paro. |
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Trekking the circular route to Chomolhari. |
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Exploring in and around Thimphu, Bhutan's capital. |
| Day 14: |
Return flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. |
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