Classic Laya Trek
First, we visit the national symbol of Bhutan, Taktsang Monastery located at the cliff of the mountain. Then we continue our classic Laya trek as we pass along Shana, Thangthangkha, Jangothang, Lingishi, Chebisa, Shomuthang, Robluthang, Limithnag, explore culture and nature exclusively at Laya then head further towards Chamsa, Gasa Tshachu, Punakha, Thimpu and finally get back to Paro. During all these trekking days, we traverse scenic farmlands and landscapes with picturesque Himalayan views, explore isolated Laya communities, and take a hot spring at Gasa with plenty of sightseeing opportunities at Paro and Thimpu.
Classic Laya Trek is a tented camping adventure in Bhutan that exhibits the best of cultural highlights with natural exploration opportunities. Trek with JourneyDMC for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure trekking in Bhutan with unforgettable memories.
Trip Highlights:
- Spectacle spectacular views of Himalayas such as Mt. Jumolhari and Mt. Jichu Drake.
- Travel through beautiful places from farm lands to dense forests.
- Explore the isolated community of Laya.
- Immerse in the therapeutic waters of the Gasa Hot Springs.
- Set up tented camp overnight beneath some of Bhutan’s most impressive Himalayas
- Visit Taktsang Monastery.
Day 1, Arrival to Paro
Arrive Paro by Druk Air A319, the only national carrier. On arrival and after visa formalities, meet, assist and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight Hotel.
Day 2, Day Hike to Taktsang
Day hike to Taktsang monastery. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3, Drive to Drugyel Dzong
Drive to Drugyel Dzong and start trek to 2800 meters at Shana camp. Walking time 5/6 hours.
Day 4, Shana to Soi Thangthangkha
Shana to Soi Thangthangkha. Camp at altitude of 3800 meters. Walking time 7/8 hours.
Day 5, Soi to Jangothang
Soi to Jangothang. Camp at 4050 meters. Walking time 4/5 hours.
Day 6, Jangothang to Lingshi
Jangothang to Lingshi. Camp at 4100 meters.Walking time 6/7 hours.
Day 7, Lingshi to Chebisa
Lingshi to Chebisa. Camp at altitude of 3900 meters. Walking time 4/5 hours.
Day 8, Chebisa to Shomuthang
Chebisa to Shomuthang. Camp at 4250 meters. Walking time 7/8 hours.
Day 9, Shomuthang to Robluthang
Shomuthang to Robluthang. Camp at 4300 meters. Walking time 7/8 hours.
Day 10, Robluthang to Limithang
Robluthang to Limithang. Camp at 4100 meters. Walking time 7/8 hours.
Day 11, Limithang to Laya
Limithang to Laya. Camp at altitude of 3850 meters. Walking time 4/6 hours.
Day 12, Laya halt
Laya halt. Explore the village by visiting the home of the laya people.
Day 13, Laya to Koina
Laya to Koina. Camp at 3400 meters. Walking time 5/6 hours.
Day 14, Koina to Gasa Hot spring
Koina to Gasa Hot spring. Camp altitude at 2200 meters. Walking time 6/7 hours.
Day 15, Hot Spring to Goen Damji
Hot Spring to Goen Damji. Camp at 1850 meters. Walking time 4/5 hours.
Day 16, Damji to Tashithang
Damji to Tashithang. End trek at Tashithang at 1550 meters. The bus will be waiting and proceed for 1 hour to Punakha. Visit the 17 centuary dzong and drive 45 minutes to Wangdue Overnight at Hotel.
Day 17, Thimpu to Paro
Drive 4 hours to Paro via Thimphu. On arrival in Paro commence sightseeing. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 18, Departure
Transfer to airport for final departure.