Bhutan 1 Day Hike to Phajoding Monastery
Experience the beauty of Bhutan in just half a day with this guided trek, featuring sacred sites, fresh mountain air, and stunning views - all while ensuring your comfort and enjoyment along the way.
Overview
Unlike many Himalayan treks requiring days of commitment, this trail condenses Bhutanese essence into half a day, sacred architecture, crisp alpine air, monastic life, sweeping vistas, and a small spiritual workout for your legs and lungs! Be assured that our guide will be committed for your timing and comfort while covering the trail.
Itinerary
- Phajoding Monastery
Phajoding Monastery ,a sacred Buddhist site at 3600m,nestled on the ridge directly above Thimpu, has several tempes, chapel halls and monk quarters. Within a few hours you hike from the bustle of the capital to the stillness of Himalayan Pine forests and centuries old monasteries. It's not just a physical ascent but a cultural and spiritual journey. The hike starts from Motithang/Sangaygang area and it covers 5 km one way. As you start the hike, you gain an altitude of 1200m,with forest trail of blue pines, rhododendrons ,oaks and prayer flags on the way. As you approach Phajoding Monastery, climbing 3-4 hours uphill, trees thin out, revealing expansive views over Thimpu. All of Thimpu Valley spreads below. On very clear days,you might glimpse higher Himalayan peaks across North. Once on top, enjoy the quiet, serence, punctuated by chants of monks and fluttering of prayer flags.
ITINERARY-
8:00 am-Start from Thimpu town.(short drive to the trail head)
8:15 am-Begin hike at Sangaygang/BBS Tower area.
11:30 am-12:00 pm-Arrive Phajoding Monastery.Explore temples and soak in the views.
12:30 pm-1:00 pm-Picnic lunch(carry your own)
1:30 pm-2:00 pm-Begin descent
3:30 pm-4:00 pm-Arrive back at trailhead,then return to Thimpu.
What’s included
- Vehicle based on the group size-(2-4 nos) included. If the number of people in the group increases the package cost will vary.
Not included
- Hikers need to carry their own food. No cafe at the top.
Know before you go
- Public transportation is nearby
- Passport required
Pickup, meeting point & start times
Start times: 12:00 AM
Pickup is included from the listed pickup points — choose yours when you book.
Pickup is up to 15 minutes before the start time; we confirm your exact pickup time before the tour.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
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