Day 02: Paro - Sightseeing. Visit the National Museum (Ta-Dzong). This was actually the Watchtower of the Paro Rinpung Dzong. Visit the Rinpung Dzong. This massive fortress is located on a hilltop above the Pachu (Paro river) in the Paro valley. We also visit the Drukgyal Dzong. The name Drukgyal means ¡®Victorious Bhutanese¡¯. It was built to commemorate the victory over the Tibetan army and forms one of the many chains of defensive fortresses against the Tibetan invasions. Also on the cards is a visit to the Kichu Monastery. It is considered one of the holiest places in Bhutan as it marks the advent of Buddhism in the country.
Day 03: Begin the trek. Paro - Chonana. 5 to 6 hours walk. Start the trek from Olathang 1.5 km from Paro town. Most of the days walk is a gradual climb through the pine forests. Along the trail, you pass through some beautiful farmhouses built in typical Bhutanese architect. The view of the Paro valley from the trail is also excellent.
Day 04: Chonana - Jebkarpo. 6 to 7 hours walk. A superb trekking route. You trek uphill most of the day with plenty of rests on the way to the Chele La pass Alt. 3700m. The trail takes you through forest filled with primula, rhododendron and many other species of plants and trees. After crossing the pass, the trail goes along the ridge of Chele La with clear view of the Himalayan mountain ranges.
Day 05: Jebkarpo - Lower Mingula. 5 to 6 hours walk. Today is a day to be up early. Early morning view from the campsite of Mount Jumolhari Tserim Gang and the famous mountain Jichu Drake are absolutely breathtaking. The trail follows the ridge above the Ha valley.
Day 06: Lower Mingula - Thong 5 to 6 hours walk. Another day with excellent views of mountains and valleys. On this route, you will see lots of yaks.
Day 07: Thong - Drukgyal Dzong. A short descend and you are in Paro valley. The trek ends at Drukgyal Dzong and from there you drive to Paro.
Day 08: Thimphu is 65 km and two hours drive from Paro. A full day of sight seeing in Thimphu. You can visit the Tashichho Dzong, which houses the office of the King and the Throne Room. Visit the Handicrafts Emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts are displayed and can be purchased. Visit the Painting and Woodcraft school where the traditional art and painting is kept alive. Visit the Memorial Chorten (a huge Stupa) built in memory of the third King of Bhutan. Visit the National Library where ancient manuscripts are preserved. Visit Simtokha Dzong (6 km from Thimphu) the oldest Dzong in Bhutan built in 1629 AD. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
Day 09: Thimphu - Paro. Morning: Take a leisurely walk in Thimphu town to do some shopping, visit the Post Office to do your philatelic purchases. After lunch, drive back to Paro. Visit Simtokha Dzong en route. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 10: Farewells and departure.