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Thunder Dragon
Trekking in the Kingdom of Bhutan
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| Bhutan is one of the world’s most remote locations |
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This landlocked |
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| It is a land of serene beauty |
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| The people of Bhutan believe that “Druk Yul” (Thunder Dragon) winds from the mountains protect their idyllic sanctuary from the outside world |
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| Begin in Bangkok with a day of rest before flying to Bhutan |
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| Experience the exotic Tsechu Festival taking place when we arrive in Paro |
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| One of the most colorful annual events in the whole Himalaya, the Paro festival draws crowds to see the monks perform ritual dances. |
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| Visit the Ta Dzong, an ancient watchtower
that now houses the National Museum |
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| This first day will convince you that you have landed in another world |
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| On a horseback excursion we encounter many fluttering prayer flags |
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| Taktsang Monastery, known as the Tiger’s Nest, clings to a sheer rock cliff. |
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| Thimphu is the only national capital in the world without traffic lights. |
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| Visit Tashichho Dzong, seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body |
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| Bhutan is famous for its colorful handmade textiles |
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| Enjoy free time to explore this intriguing town |
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| A Chorten (memorial structure) encountered while crossing Dochula Pass |
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| Punakha Dzong is spectacularly situated between two rivers |
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| Chimi Lhakhang was built by Bhutan’s madman priest |
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| The monestary at Wangduephodrung, where we start our trek |
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| Three days of leisurely trekking takes us over beautiful hills to remote villages |
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| Two nights will be spent in tented accommodations similar to this |
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| The snow-capped Himalayas always loom in the distance |
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| We keep a relaxed pace and always take plenty of breaks during the trek |
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| Encounter friendly children and unusual local art along the trail |
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| Our final day of trekking takes us over the Tsele La Pass and concludes with an easy descent into Gangtey |
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| The enormous monastery (gompa) at Gangtey |
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| Young boys training to be monks |
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| Trongsa Dzong, built in 1644, is the most impressive fortress in Bhutan |
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| Bumthang is a repository for many ancient buildings, some more than 1,000 years old |
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| Enjoy a totally free day to unwind from the trek and see the sights in Bumthang |
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| You can take an optional excursion to Ura, a town of 40 closely packed houses on cobblestone streets |
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| Trekking done, we drive the picturesque road back to Thimphu |
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| We say farewell to a land of great spirituality, . . . |
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| . . . ancient landmarks, . . . |
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| . . . unique architecture, . . . |
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| . . . colorful traditions, . . . |
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| . . . and the towering Himalayas |
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| Join us on this adventure in another world |
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