Day 1: – Paro – Drukgyel Dzong – Shana Zampa (2,850m / 9,348 ft)

– Begin your trek from Drukgyel Dzong, a historic ruin at the head of the Paro valley

– Trek along the Paro Chhu (river), crossing wooden bridges and forest trails

– Camp at Shana Zampa

Day 2: – Shana Zampa – Thang Thangka (4,100m / 11,808 ft)

– Challenging trek through mixed forests and ridges

– Reach Thang Thangka, a scenic meadow with the first glimpse of Mt. Jomolhari

Day 3: – Thang Thangka – Jangothang (4,100m / 13,448 ft)

– Trek through yak pastures and tiny villages

– Camp below Jomolhari’s imposing glacier—one of the trek’s highlights

Day 4: – Acclimatization Day at Jangothang

– Take short hikes to nearby ridges and lakes for better acclimatization

– Optional hike to Jichu Drakye base camp or Tshophu Lake

– Enjoy panoramic views of snow-covered peaks

Day 5: – Jangothang – Lingshi via Nyile La Pass

– Trek over alpine tundra and moraines

– Cross Nyile La Pass (4,870m) and descend into the Lingshi valley

– Camp at Chha Shi Thang (4,010m / 13,153 ft)

Day 6: – Chha Shi Thang – Shodu via Yeli La Pass

– Cross Yeli La Pass (4,950m / 16,236 ft), the highest point on the trek

– Steep descent through high-mountain terrain into forests

– Camp at Shodu

Day 7: – Shodu – Barshong

– Continue descending through fir forests, waterfalls, and clear streams

– Arrive at the campsite below Barshong Dzong

Day 8: – Barshong – Dolam Kencho

– Gradual descent through mixed forest and bamboo groves

– Camp at Dolam Kencho

Day 9:– Dolam Kencho – Dodina – Drive to Thimphu

– Final leg of the trek, emerging at Dodina

– Drive to Thimphu and check in to hotel for a well-earned rest

Day 10: – Thimphu Sightseeing or Departure

– Optional sightseeing of Thimphu's main attractions

– Or transfer to airport for departure via Paro