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Gangtey Gogona Trek Bhutan

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Expect one of the most stunning views of the mountains and the forests of Bhutan, during this trek. This trek is possible to during the entire year except July & August. The trek is to the beautiful Phobjikha valley (3,000m), one of the few glacial valleys in Bhutan, which lies in the mountains east of Wangduephodrang. After crossing over the pass you soon come to the great monastery of Gangtey, established in the 17th century. The village of Phobjikha lies a few kilometers down from the monastery, on the valley floor. This quiet, remote valley is the chosen winter home of the rare black-necked cranes, which migrate here annually from the Tibetan plateau. This moderate trek visits the villages of Gogona and Khotokha, passing through meadows and fields, then forests of juniper, magnolia and rhododendrons in full bloom in April. It is a short trek at relatively low elevations, which encounters several remote villages.

  • TOP PLACES

    Delhi | Paro – Thimphu | Thimphu | Gangtey | Gogona | Khotokha | Tikke Zampa – Punakha | Paro | Delhi

  • HIGHLIGHTS

    Black Necked Cranes in Phobjikha Valley | Punakha Dzong | Simtokha Dzong | Rinpung Dzong

  • Day 1

    Delhi

    On arrival in Delhi you will be greeted and escorted by Indo Asia Tour executive to your hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
  • Day 2

    Paro – Thimphu

    In clear weather, Druk Air’s flight to Bhutan provides a wonderful view of Himalayan scenery. It is a fascinating journey, culminating in an exciting descent past forested hills into the Kingdom.
  • Day 3

    Thimphu

    After breakfast, sightseeing is planned in Thimphu valley including visit to the following : the National Library, housing an extensive collection of priceless Buddhist manuscripts, the Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School or Arts & Crafts School) where students undergo a 6-year training course in Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts and crafts.
  • Day 4

    Gangtey

    After breakfast, drive to Gangtey across Dochu-la pass (3,088m/ 10,130 ft) stopping briefly here to take in the view and admire the chorten, mani wall, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road.
  • Day 5

    Gogona

    The trek leaves the valley at 2830km and leads south, then west through meadows and fields. It then climbs through a mixed forest of juniper, bamboo, rhododendrons and magnolia. The trail is rough and rocky and weaves through trees where pack animals have created deep muddy furrows.
  • Day 6

    Khotokha

    The trail winds gently up above Gogona village, past flocks of sheep and ploughed fields. Climb into a forest of firs, oak, spruce, dwarf rhododendron, miniature azaleas, cypress and juniper. Much of the undergrowth is daphne, the plant that is used for hand-made paper and may be identified by its yellow flowers.
  • Day 7

    Tikke Zampa – Punakha

    A short, steep climb along a well-known path takes you to Tashi La (2800m). The walk down is through a beautiful forest, with the undergrowth changing from rhododendrons and magnolia to ferns and dwarf bamboo.
  • Day 8-9

    Delhi

    Morning drive to Paro en route visiting Simtokha Dzong, oldest Dzong in the country built in 1627 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. It now houses the Institute of Language and Cultural studies. Arrive Paro, a beautiful valley, rich in culture, scenic beauty and abound in myths and legends.
  • 10-11

    Delhi

    After breakfast transfer to the airport and connect flight to Delhi. On arrival check in at the hotel. Transfer to the airport and connect flight for onward journey.

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