Jhomolhari Trek: The Classic High Himalayan Journey
11- Day|Â Jhololhari Itinerary
Arrival & Paro Exploration
Day 1 – Arrival in Paro
Arrive in Paro, settle into your hotel and take a gentle walk or short temple visit to begin acclimising.
Day 2 – Paro Sightseeing & Acclimisation
Explore Paro’s key monasteries and viewpoints at a relaxed pace, balancing light cultural touring with rest before the trek.
Tiger's Nest & Valley Trails
Day 3 – Hike to Taktsang Monastery
Hike up to the iconic Taktsang Monastery perched on a cliff above the valley, then descend to Paro to rest and prepare for trekking.
Day 4 – Paro to Shana (2,900m)
Drive to the trailhead and trek along the Paro Chhu through forest and farmland to your first riverside camp near Shana.
Day 5 – Shana to Jangothang (4,080m)
Continue up the valley, gradually gaining altitude through forest and open meadows before reaching Jangothang base camp.
High Passes & Remote Highlands
Day 6 – Jangothang to Lingshi (4,890m Pass)
Climb to a high pass with expansive mountain views, then descend through yak pastures to the village of Lingshi.
Day 7 – Lingshi to Shodu (Pass 4,390m)
Cross another high pass and follow a narrowing valley down to camp by the river at Shodu.
Day 8 – Shodu to Barshong (3,600m)
Follow the river through forest and small gorges, then climb gently to Barshong camp near fortress ruins.
Return & Departure
Day 9 – Trek End & Drive to Thimphu
Walk to the road’s end before traveling to Thimphu to enjoy a luxury stay and a city night out.
Day 10 – Thimphu at Leisure
Immerse in Thimphu with visits to three Signature Places, such as the Simply Bhutan, Zorig Chusum and Textile Academy, at a relaxed pace.
Day 11 – Departure
Transfer to Paro for final shopping and departure flight.Â
Ready for Bhutan’s classic high Himalayan journey?
The Jhomolhari Trek is Bhutan’s classic high‑altitude journey, leading you from quiet valley floors around 2,250m to wild alpine meadows and high passes close to 4,900m beneath one of the kingdom’s most sacred peaks. Over eleven carefully paced days, you follow old trading routes, wander through yak pastures and camp in remote sites framed by snow‑clad summits.
Crafted for experienced hikers, this trail blends arduous high-altitude passes with strategic recovery. Discover spectacular vistas, remote mountain hamlets, and the profound spiritual legacy only found in Bhutan.
The Trek at a Glance
- Ideal season: March–May, late September–November
- Altitude range: Approx. 2,250m to 4,890m
- Best for: Strong hikers seeking Bhutan’s classic high–Himalayan route, big views and remote villages
- Difficulty: ★★★★☆ Challenging
- Sustained high-altidude trekking with long days and high passes