Punakha Winter Trek

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2 Nights and 3 Days

Highlights

This is a short and easy trek through Punakha,the ancient capital of Bhutan.The altitude of the trail covers almost a thousand meters in range but the slopes are mostly gradual and should not present hikers with much difficulty.

This hike follows the old foot trail from Thimphu to Punakha passes through several villages,forests and rice fields.It offers incredible views of Phajoding Monastery and crosses through Sinchula Pass.Hikers will also camp near Chorten Ningpo, an ancient chorten linked to Bhutan’s favourite patron saint,The Divine Madman Lam Drukpa Kuenley.

Due to the low altitude and warm climate of the area,this hike is available all winter but the best times to go are between March-May and September-November.

Itinerary

Day 1: Chamina – Dopshing Pang

Drive north up the valley towards Dechencholing Palace, following the Thimphu Chhu,crossing the bridge after the army camp and before a beautiful monastery.Follow the unsealed road just above Chamina village.The hikes starts here.

From this point, if the weather is clear, you can see Phajoding monastery, which is located just above Thimphu. After 2 km, you can see Thinleygang village, Talo Monastery and the motor highway towards the ancient capital of Bhutan,Punakha.The trek from the pass is more or less downhill until you reach the campsite.

Distance: 7-8 hours
Time: 7-8 hours
Ascent: 3,400 m

Day 2: Dopshing Pang – Chorten Ningpo

The trek to Chorten Ningpo is rather gradual and will take trekkers through thick forests, villages and rice fields.

Distance: 8 hours
Time: 8 hours
Camp Altitude: 2,700 m

Day 3: Punakha Winter Trek - Finish

The trek finishes at Chorten Ningpo which is linked to Drukpa Kuenley,better known as the “divine madman”.

General Inclusions

3 Stars Hotel
Visa and Royalty fee
3 meals a day & tea/coffee with snacks
Knowledgeable English speaking guide
Dedicated Vehicle
Entry fees & bottled/boiled drinking water
Horses, cook and helpers on the trek
Weather proof sleeping tent & kitchen tent
Dinning tent with chairs and tables
Toilet tent, toilet seats & tissue papers
Comfortable thick sleeping mattress
Pillows & hot water bags
Carpet inside sleeping tent/below mattress
First Aid Medical kid

General Exclusions

Flight tickets
Travel Insurance
Personal Shoppings

Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Terms

The approval of tourists VISA is contingent on the full payment of the tour
Flight ticket payment is subject to the Ticketing Time Limit issued by the airlines

Tour Cancellation and Refund Policy

30 to 15 days prior to arrival - 20% of the total tour cost will be levied as cancellation fee.
14 to 7 days prior to arrival - 50% of the tour cost will be levied as cancellation fee.
Less than a week prior to arrival - 100% cancellation charge will be levied as cancellation fee.

Flight Ticket Cancellation and Refund Policy

Subject to the cancellation terms of the Airlines.

Rescheduling Tour Dates

There are no charges for rescheduling your trip. However the package cost may increase, hotel rates, airline charges are subject to change depending on your new travelling dates.