This is a very strenuous trek which crosses many 5000m. passes. The trek follows the beautiful river valleys passing through age old Buddhist monasteries and traditional villages which have remained unspoiled for hundreds of years. Besides that it also offers you an opportunity to explore the beautiful alpine forest and wild life of the Himalayas.

ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive Paro 
Day 02: Drive to Thimpu 
Day 03: Drive to Tashithang 
Day 04: Trek to Damjee 
Day 05: Trek to Gasa 
Day 06: Trek to Vhamsa 
Day 07: Trek to Laya 
Day 08: Acclimatisation/ rest Day 
Day 09: Trek to Rodpphu 
Day 10: Trek to Tarina 
Day 11: Trek to Wochey 
Day 12: Trek to Lhedi 
Day 13: Trek to Thanza 
Day 14: Rest Day at Thanza 
Day 15: Trek to Tsorim 
Day 16: Trek to Gangkar Puensum Base Camp 
Day 17: Rest Day 
Day 18: Trek to Geshe Wagma 
Day 19: Trek to Warathang 
Day 20: Trek to Dur Tswachhu 
Day 21: Trek to Tshochenchen 
Day 22: Trek to Bumthang 
Day 23: Explore Bumthang 
Day 24: Drive to Trongsa 
Day 25: Drive to Thimpu 
Day 26: Drive to Paro 
Day 27: Transfer to airport / departure

The day-to-day schedule should be taken only as a general guide. A variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions, difficulty with transportation and politics can lead to enforced changes. Because of this it is not possible to guarantee that any of our holidays will run exactly according to the planned itinerary. The trip leader will make any changes, which are necessary.

NEPAL EXTENSIONS

There are a variety of interesting extensions you might choose to add on either before or after your trek. These options include:

Chitwan National Park:
It provides excellent opportunities to view the rare species such as sloth bear, bison, rhinoceros, leopard and the exclusive tiger. Early morning jungle walks and safaris on elephant back are amongst the most popular activities. The jungle lodge can be reached from Kathmandu either by air or by private vehicle.

White Water Rafting:
On the Trisuli or Seti Rivers.

Mount Everest Scenic Flight:
An hour flight departs Kathmandu early morning and provides spectacular views of Mount Everest and the surrounding mountains.

Cultural Tour:
Nepal boasts a rich cultural diversity, and it is well worth exploring. The Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal is a dream-world for many and reality for some. Once experienced they can never be forgotten, never dismissed from memory whether ones experience of them is visiting age-old Hindu temples, Buddhist monasteries and royal palaces with amazing sculptures, paintings, legends and living rituals. Nepal is not only regarded as "Shangri-la" for adventurers but a scenic revelation and an educational in itself to all visitors. Once seen they become a part of you, habit-forming and intrusive. We have put our best effort to incorporate all cultural delights as well as natural beauty that Nepal has to offer, which you can chose depending on your time availability.

Please contact the Alps in Nepal office if you plan to extend your trip and let us know in advance.