16 Days The Lost Trail of Brigdungla

16 Days The Lost Trail of Brigdungla

Duration :   15 Nights/16 Days
Places Covered :  
  • Thimphu
  • Punakha
  • Phobjikha
  • Bumthang
  • Pongchhen
  • Mount Phola
  • Wongbu Camp
  • Taktsang

Package Description


“Where forgotten paths whisper ancient stories.”

A journey through Bhutan’s cultural heartlands and into remote highland trails where ancient spirits linger in wind-swept passes.

Daywise Itinerary

Arrive in Paro → Thimphu

Warm welcome at Paro International Airport.

Scenic drive to Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital.

Stroll through town to acclimatize.

Overnight in Thimphu.

Visit Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma, and Takin Reserve.

Explore Craft Bazaar, Royal Textile Museum, and Centenary Market.

Evening walk around Norzin Lam.

Overnight in Thimphu.

Cross Dochula Pass (3,100m) with 108 stupas and Himalayan panoramas.

Descend to warmer Punakha Valley.

Visit Chimi Lhakhang, the temple of fertility.

Overnight in Punakha.

Visit the majestic Punakha Dzong at the confluence of Pho Chhu & Mo Chhu.

Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten.

Optional: river rafting or village walk.

Overnight in Punakha.

Drive into the mystical glacial valley of Phobjikha.

Visit Gangtey Monastery, seat of the Peling tradition.

Evening walk across the nature trail.

Overnight in Phobjikha.

Leisure walk through traditional farm villages.

Explore Crane Observation Center.

Optional hikes: Longtey Trail or Gogona Hike.

Overnight in Phobjikha.

Long scenic drive across Pele La and Yotong La passes.

Arrive in Bumthang’s Chumey Valley.

Visit local weavers and the traditional Yathra shops.

Overnight in Chumey.

Ascent: 4,050m, Time: 7 hours

Gradual climb under chir pine and ancient forest cover.

Gentle transition from village life into the wild.

Camp under star–filled skies at Pongchhen.

Ascent: 4,500m, Time: 4 hours

Enter the dramatic landscape above tree line.

First sight of Mount Phola’s sacred highland lakes.

Breathtaking views across the untouched range.

Camp near Tsemchi.

Descent: to 4,090m, Time: 6 hours

Wide-open alpine meadows and endless sky.

Yak herds and seasonal nomadic shelters.

Reach Wongbu Cabin on a quiet mountain ridge.

Overnight at Wongbu Camp.

Descent: to 3,500m, Time: 6 hours

Highlights:

Tea break with yak-herding families.

Descent through rhododendron forests and towering pines.

Explore Bim Village—rich in rural traditions and folklore.

Return to Bumthang after the trek ends.

Visit Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, and Tamshing Monastery.

Explore Mebar Tsho (Burning Lake).

Evening at leisure in Chamkhar town.

Overnight in Bumthang.

Scenic domestic flight over mountains.

Explore Paro town or visit National Museum.

Overnight in Paro.

Iconic hike to Bhutan’s most sacred monastery.

Final blessing for your long journey.

Farewell dinner.

Overnight in Paro.

Transfer to airport.

Carry the stories of forgotten trails home.

Inclusions


  • Transfers from one place to another
  • Sightseeing in private cars
  • Vehicle will be provided based on the itinerary

Exclusions


  • Entrance fees at the monuments/ temples
  • Meals not mentioned in inclusions
  • Personal Expenses / Purchase of things
  • Any kind of insurance
  • Any increase in the govt. taxes and state taxes
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.

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  • Taktsang
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