Upon arrival at Paro airport, we will receive you and transfer to the hotel. After lunch, drive to the ruins of Drukgyel dzong, now in ruins was built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate the victory over the Tibetan invaders in1644; the dzong names means indeed "The victorious Druk". The Dzong was used as an administrative center until 1951 when a fire caused by butter lamp destroyed it. Then visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan oldest and most sacred monasteries dating from the introduction of Buddhism in the 8th century.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Paro.

After breakfast, Excursion to Taktsang Monastery (The Tigers Nest). A short drive takes us to Satsam Chorten, The trail climbs through beautiful pine forest, many of the trees festooned with Spanish moss, and an occasional grove of fluttering prayer flags. We stop for a rest and light refreshments at the Taktsang Jakhang (cafeteria) and then walk a short distance until we see, clearly and seemingly within reach, Taktsang monastery. The primary Lhakhang was built around Guru Rimpoche’s meditation cave in the 1684by the Penlop of Paro Gyaltse Tenzin Rabgay, this incredible monastery clings to the edge of a sheer rock cliff that plunges 900 meters into the valley below. Legend has it that Guru Padmasambhava, the tantric mystic who brought Buddhism to Bhutan, flew here on the back of a flying tiger, Dorji Drolo, said to be his favorite consort.

After lunch visit the Ta dzong, an ancient watchtower which has been since 1967, the National museum of Bhutan and visit Rimpung Dzong, the administrative center of Paro valley. In the evening an hours drive to Thimphu. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

Walk through terraced Paddy fields and coniferous forests to the settlement of Geynikha (2950 meters). The route then descends to a chorten that marks a camping place along side a stream at 2800 meters.

Crossing a suspension bridge, the trail heads west for a while, then climbs steeply towards the south to a rock platform and a crest at 3200 meters. A further walk of about two hours leads to a camp in a forest clearing at 3290 meters.

Walking  Distance 7 Km, 5hrs. Ascent 550 meters, Descent 210 meters.

Cross the pass at 4240 meters for a view of Spectacular Dagala village. Pass though several herders camps enroute to the foot of the broad Labatamba valley at 4300 meters near Utso Lake, where plenty of Golden Trout flourish. There are so many lakes in the vicinity. Camp near the lake at 4300 meters.

Walking Distance: 12 Km, 5hrs, Ascent 1040 meters, Descent 110 meters

Dinner and over night in Camp.

The trail climbs along the western side of the lake to saddle at 4500 meters, where there are good mountain views. From the pass there is a steep descent to another lake at 4350 meters. A short distance beyond the lake leads to the valley and then to Panka at 4000 meters.
Walking Distance 8 kms, 6-7 hours, Ascent 260 meters, Descent 520 meters. Camp at 4000 meters.

The route leads north crossing a pass at 4000 meters, then climbs along the side of the ridge to a crest at 4270 meters. From here there is a view of the Dagala range and a view of Thimphu, far to the North. It is then a long descent through forests to the Goemba and village of Talakha (3080 meters).

Walking distance: 8 kms, 6-7 hours, Ascent 180 meters, Descent 1100 meters, Camp at 3080 meters.

Walk downhill on a steep trail to Chamgang (2640 meters) from where the Vehicle will pick you up and drive to Thimphu. After lunch, Rest and free to stroll in the town.

Walking Distance: 6 Km, 3 Hrs, 440 meters descent.

Dinner and over night in Hotel.

After breakfast, sight seeing in Thimphu. It includes: the National Library, which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist manuscripts followed by visit to Painting School, famous for carving and free hand art and National Institute of Traditional medicine. After lunch visit the Simtokha Dzong, the oldest Dzong in Bhutan built in 1627 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, which now houses a School and then visit National Memorial Chorten, a monument dedicated to the Third King of Bhutan. His Late Majesty King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. The inside paintings and statues provide a very rare insight into Buddhist Philosophy. Then visit Handicrafts Emporium to see the exquisite artistry of traditional crafts and textiles. Visit to TashichhoDzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion), built in 1641 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and reconstructed in 1961 by the Late King, His Majesty King Jigme Dorji Wang chuck, who is regarded as Father of Modern Bhutan. Evening at leisure, Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

After breakfast, sight seeing in Thimphu. It includes: the National Library, which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist manuscripts followed by visit to Painting School, famous for carving and free hand art and National Institute of Traditional medicine. After lunch visit the Simtokha Dzong, the oldest Dzong in Bhutan built in 1627 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, which now houses a School and then visit National Memorial Chorten, a monument dedicated to the Third King of Bhutan. His Late Majesty King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. The inside paintings and statues provide a very rare insight into Buddhist Philosophy. Then visit Handicrafts Emporium to see the exquisite artistry of traditional crafts and textiles. Visit to TashichhoDzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion), built in 1641 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and reconstructed in 1961 by the Late King, His Majesty King Jigme Dorji Wang chuck, who is regarded as Father of Modern Bhutan. Evening at leisure.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

 After breakfast, Drive to Punakha via Dochula pass. If the weather is clear, we stop for a while at Dochula pass to view Higher Himalayas. While in Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and is situated between Pho Chu (Male river) and Mo Chu (Female river). For many years until the time of the second king, it served as the seat of the Government. The construction of the Dzong was foretold by Guru Rimpoche, who predicted, a person named Namgyal will arrive at a hill that looks like an elephant. There was a smaller building here called Dzong Chu (Small Dzong) that housed a statue of Buddha. It is said that Shabdrung ordered the architect, Zowe Palep, to sleep in front of the statue, while Palep was sleeping, the Shabdrung took him in his dreams to Zangtopelri and showed him the palace of Guru Rimpoche. From his vision, the architect conceived the design for the new Dzong, which in keeping with the tradition, was never committed to paper. The Dzong was named Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). The war materials captured during the battle with Tibetans are preserved here. Punakha is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo and King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk convened the new national Assembly here in 1952. After Lunch, drive to Wangdi Phodrang. Enroute stop a while to view Chimi Lhakhang also called the Temple of Fertility built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley also popularly known as Devine Mad man in 15th century. Enroute sightseeing in the valley of Wangdiphodrang, it includes: visit to Wangdiphodrang Dzong (from outside) built in 1638. Legend relates that as the people were searching for the site of the Dzong, four ravens were seen flying away in four directions. This was considered auspicious sign, representing the spread of religion to the four points of the compass. The Dzong is situated at the confluence of Mo Chu and Tang Chu rivers.

Over night in Hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Thimphu. Lunch in Thimphu. After lunch, free for shopping and photography in the town and drive Paro.

Dinner and overnight at the Hotel.

After early breakfast, drive to the airport and farewell.

All national except Indian, Bangladeshi and Maldivian required a visa to travel into Bhutan. But you do not need to worry about the visa process as we will arrange the visa for you to travel to Bhutan. To enable us to process your visa on time, your passport copy must reach us at least 60 days before the date of travel. It will take at least 10 days to get visa clearance and we will send you the visa approval letter which you need to present it to board the flight to Bhutan and upon arrival in Bhutan your actual visa will be issued and stamped.

Spring is the time when Bhutan’s rich flora is at its best as hundreds of varieties of flowers bloom. And during this time around, the skies are clear and you can see towering snow-covered mountains of the Himalayas. Even in spring Bhutan’s fierce winter, especially in high altitudes, isn’t over. Tourists who intend to visit during this time are advised to bring along some winter clothes.

Spring season starts from March and ends roughly in June. Another good time of the year ‘autumn’ begins from September and lasts till the end of November. Monsoon brings heavy downpours and occurs between June and August when the temperature is normally between 8° and 21°C (46°-70°F). But due to the geographical region and you need to bring some warm cloths with you for autumn. Winter in Bhutan is cold and dry with most high lying places snow-covered. Winter lasts from December to February.

• Beautiful camping trek
• High altitude lake
• Bhutan oldest monastery
• Dzong
• Tiger nest monastery
• Painting school
• Institute of traditional medicine
• Temple of fertility
• Fortress

The trip includes high altitude trek and other activities which need physical fitness. Previous experience is not mandatory bull some regular exercise and walking in high altitude would be a plus point.

To give our clients a memorable and insightful travel experience with lots of time to interact with each other or with the locals we do run the group as private.

You should consult with your doctor about vaccination and other medical travel information before departure. We recommend you to carry your personal first aid kids together with you personal medical requirement. Please be aware that there are places where immediate medical facilities are not available so when selection your trip please assure your ability to cope with the tour and consult with your doctor if you have any health issue which could affect your trip. While you are going over 2500 meter, the certain risk of high altitude is involved. For most people the problem of high altitude rise over 3500 meter however its different from person to person so it is recommended to consult with your doctor before taking part on this trip.

Standard hotel are provided through out the trip..

All meals are included while in Bhutan (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner with tea/coffee). The meals are normally buffet mixed of Bhutanese and western cuisine.

While camping we do provide you tents and other necessary equipment for camping but please bring your personal sleeping bag.

Private ground transportation is provided through out the trip. While on trek ponies are provided to carry the trekking stuffs and your luggages

Weather in Bhutan is unpredictable and can change rapidly. Travelers need to be prepared for all weather conditions. Even in the spring time when temperatures are normally warmer, a sudden change in the weather could drop down the temperature dramatically.

The information and details in this trip has been compiled with care and in good faith. It is our intension to cling to the program as mentions. However you should be flexible, as, this is an adventure trip and you are heading into remote region, where unforeseen events may contribute to change in itinerary. The trip details is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destination is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited and travel times mentions are approx. and subject to vary due to circumstances.

We suggest light travelling which makes you easier to move around. A day bag for your valuable and rucksack or duffle bag with wheels or medium size suitcases for your clothing's is recommended to bring with you. If you are sensitive to the noise please do not forget to bring earplugs, as Bhutan is the country with lots of street barking dogs and it could be annoying at night.

While travelling in Bhutan because of religious and conservative nature it is recommended to bring comfortable and appropriate clothes with you. As a general, shoulders and legs should be covered. It is restricted to enter into religious building and family with inappropriate dress.

Please select depending on the time of year you wish to travel

• Tshirts
• Long sleeved shirts
• Pants
• A jacket and fleece pullover
• Upper and lower thermal layers
• Water proof - jacket and trousers
• Sun hat and sun glasses
• Fleece hat (for winter)
• Scarf
• Gloves- Normal/Thermal for winter
• Socks: Normal cotton, woolen (for winter)
• Shoes: Running and sandals
• Sun cream, lip balm, insect repellent, Hand sanitizer lotion
• Head torch
• Personal toiletaries
• Lightweight towel
• Personal fist aid kits
• Camera and Batteries
• Insurance card
• Ear plugs

While travelling in Bhutan because of religious and conservative nature it is recommended to bring comfortable and appropriate clothes with you. As a general, shoulders and legs should be covered. It is restricted to enter into religious building and family with inappropriate dress.

Please make sure to get your travel insurance before travelling. Travelling insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. Our entire participants should obtain their own personal insurance, which covers medical and emergency evacuation at a minimum. You, of Couse, would also like to have insurance coverage for loss or damage of baggage, flight and trip cancellation.

Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as it’s an adventure in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee. Weather condition, road conditions, flight cancellation, landslides, avalanches, strikes and many any other reasons could contribute to changes on the itinerary. We will try to ensure the trip runs according to plan but an easy going nature will be an asset.

Beauty is to save not to destroy! At the very start of our company we made a proper guideline for travelling responsible in Nepal, so that our future generation would be able to wander around the beauty of Nepal and could live with it. At Hawks Eye, we are extremely conscious about the environment and aim to minimize the detrimental impact on the environment as far as possible. At Hawks eye, we practice how business can minimize the impact on environment, maximize employment and generate opportunities for local communities. We are working together with non-profit organization dedicating some of our time to make positive difference in the lives of Nepalese people. Since the time of our establishment we have been involve in schools building, run health camp in remote villages, scholarship program for genuine poor students, first aid training in schools, family planning project and helping children homes. Certain amounts from the tour you participate help us to give back to the people to make the life better. We are heading on the right track; still long way to go and it would not be possible for long run with out your support.