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Trekking Jomolhari in the Kingdom of Bhutan

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

11 Days / 10 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A demanding high-altitude trek to the base of Mount Jomolhari (7,326m), crossing two passes above 4,700m through Jigme Dorji Wangchuk National Park. This tour is entirely within Bhutan. Days 3-8 are a genuine high-altitude camping trek (Jangothang, Lingshi, Shodu, and beyond, with passes up to 4,820m), supported by horsemen, helpers, and camp chefs, while the remaining nights are hotel stays in Paro and Thimphu.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Paro International Airport.

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Day 1 — Paro arrival

Cultural sightseeing at Kyichu Lhakhang and Paro Rinpung Dzong.

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Day 2 — Acclimatization hike

Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery (3,120m) and explore Paro town and Drukgyel Dzong.

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Day 3 — Trek begins: Shana to Thangthangkha

Meet the trekking team and hike through Jigme Dorji Wangchuk National Park forest to a meadow camp.

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Day 4 — Thangthangkha to Jangothang

3 hours along the Pa Chhu riverbank to a camp at the base of Mount Jomolhari (4,040m).

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Day 5 — Jangothang to Lingshi

Cross Nyele La Pass (4,700m) for panoramic Himalayan views, descending to Lingshi (4,000m).

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Day 6 — Lingshi to Shodu

Cross Yeli La Pass (4,820m) through treeless terrain, descending to a meadow camp (4,100m).

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Day 7 — Shodu to Barshong

Descend through rhododendron and juniper forest along the Thimphu River, passing Barshong Dzong ruins.

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Day 8 — Barshong to Dolam Kencho

A day of stream crossings and changing elevation through forest terrain.

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Day 9 — Trek ends: to Thimphu

Walk through bamboo forest and switchbacks, then vehicle transfer into Thimphu, the capital.

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Day 10 — Thimphu exploration

Visit the Buddha Dordenma statue and several of Thimphu's arts and crafts centers.

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Day 11 — Departure

Transfer from Paro airport for your onward flight.

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Departure

The trip ends in Paro, with a transfer to Paro International Airport (PBH) for your onward flight (connections via Delhi are common for this route).

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is the most demanding trek on our Bhutan list — seven days of camping with two passes above 4,700m (Nyele La at 4,700m and Yeli La at 4,820m). Prior high-altitude trekking experience is strongly recommended.
A full trekking crew — horsemen, helpers, and professional camp chefs — accompanies the group throughout the seven nights of camping.
Yes, the whole trek and tour stay within Bhutan's borders.
That's simply the common onward flight connection from Paro on departure day — it isn't part of the Bhutan itinerary or an overnight stop.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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