Himalayan Active Adventure & Wellness Trek - 10 Days
It's your time to experience the real adventure in the land of Bhutan for 10 days, the Himalayan Active Adventure & Wellness Trek. This trek leads you to the infinite beauty of mountains, priceless scenes, always known as wealthy in cultural legacy, and ancient spiritual traditions, into a transformative experience.
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Highlights
- Visit to Paro Dzong
- Explore Tiger Nest monastery
- Explore Thimphu city
- Authentic Bhutanese food and dress
- Cultural immersion and interaction with locals
Trip Overview
Every day, we will experience an active trek which will also combine physical activity with wellness practice. You can appreciate stunning valleys, pay a visit to sacred monasteries, and explore tranquil forests after trying calming yoga and other wellbeing activities. Because this resort is so soothing and welcoming, it suits travelers, local tourists, and lovers of nature.
If you wish for deep spiritual renewal, photographic fun, or adventure, this tour provides the perfect Bhutan wellness retreat.
The Himalayan Active Adventure & Wellness Trek for 10 days offers good hospitality and provides you with the best quality time in the land of spirituality, having historical depth, culture, etc. The accommodation is very comfortable, and we can’t explain the taste of the local food. All the people are friendly and interact with us, show their respect towards us, tell us about their historical events, stories, etc. Adventurers, wellness fans, and culture-loving guests will find the 10-day Bhutan trip a perfect way to refresh, revive, and nourish their souls. Experience the magic of forests, connect with the past in religious centers, and come across the contented culture in Asia. Having solitude, healing, or inspiration in mind is all it takes to find a warm welcome in Bhutan. Go ahead and book your trip and become part of a place that brings joy and care for the body.
Short Itinerary
Arrive in Paro, visit Paro Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang.
Start your trek to Jele Dzong, practice meditation on the trail, and experience the healing power of Bhutan’s nature.
Hike to Jangchulakha and enjoy a guided breathing exercise to help with the elevation and physical activity.
Trek to Jimilangtso Lake while practicing mindful walking and reflecting on the journey.
Reach Simkotra Tsho Lake (4,130m) and take part in deep breathing yoga for physical and mental relaxation.
Hike to Thimphu through pristine forests and valleys, engaging in stretching exercises and yoga.
Visit a local wellness center in Thimphu for spa treatments, enjoy a steam bath, and participate in a yoga class.
Take a guided nature walk in the beautiful Phobjikha Valley, visit Gangtey Monastery, and engage in mindfulness exercises.
Return to Thimphu and participate in a traditional Bhutanese wellness workshop, which includes local healing practices.
Morning yoga and meditation session, followed by a farewell lunch, before departing.
Price Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
- Professional Drive
- Entry fee
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Comfortable SUV Vehicle
- Good accommodations
- English-speaking Guide
- All types of government taxes
Price Excludes
- Flight fare and visa fare
- Tips for a guide or a helping hand
- Every type of beverage
- Personal Expenses
- Private room
Himalayan Active Adventure & Wellness Trek Itinerary
On landing in Paro, one thing that will certainly take your breath away is the calmness of the place which is set in the Himalayan region. Start your cultural exploration by going on a trip to Paro Dzong which is a magnificent fortress-cum-monastery; it is full of the Bhutanese history.After that, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, Bhutan's oldest and holiest temple. The day is capped with an awesome vista comprising rice terraces, and mountains that promise a journey of spiritual enrichment.
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The journey to Bhutan's healing nature takes root today.Enjoy the tranquil surroundings and inhale the pine-scented air while hiking the Jele Dzong route. It is not just a path to the top; it is a path leading inside—every step you take is the music of meditation through the movement, which coordinates you with the natural pace. Get to the Jele Dzong, which is still and high up on a hill, and connect with the silence there. With the help of a gentle group meditation ritual done underneath fluttering prayer flags, the energy is brought down before you finally lie down on the starry night.
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In today's hike, you will move beyond into Bhutan's natural glory. The path to expansive splendor, vibrant rhododendron blooms, and serene yak farms is the Jangchulakha trail.Climbing upward apart from the breathing break, take time to meditate and catch your breath. Breaths that are conscious don’t merely nourish your physical being but also bring peace to your mind. When the sun is about to set, get together at a mountain fire and relate thoughts of your soul quest to one another.
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Go down this quiet alley and find yourself near Jimilangtso Lake, which is neatly nestled in a meadow like a sapphire gem. This time the talk is about walking in a meditative state: let every step you make be a blessing and every breath you take be a friend. Once you reach the lake, just sit near it, and contemplate silently. You can hear the whispering breeze, the fluttering prayer flags, and the silent river.It is such an entirely present and connected moment.
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Today you will be visiting Simkotra Tsho Lake, situated at a height of 4,130 meters above sea level. The session of deep-breathing yoga provided as part of the trip, will involve breathing exercises that can awaken dynamic energy and at the same time calm the nervous system. In the evening, gaze up at the stars and the pure night sky, and you will undoubtedly achieve inner clarity in the Himalayas, where there is nothing but solitude.
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Start your descend amidst dense forests, serene valleys, and tree-lined mountain settlements. When walking towards Thimphu, practice some light stretches in the woods to relax your muscles of the tiredness you got from walking all day. Breathe the air and move your body in Bhutan's rhythm and at one with nature is probably it.Now take a good rest in the guest house and sit in the hot herbal water relaxing all your muscles.
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On this seventh day you will be energized both physically and mentally.Stop at nearby health spa and take a natural steam bath before a yoga class in a warm and bright lit studio.Additionally, this time will be ideal for you to write down your thoughts, take deep breaths, and enjoy the city's relaxed pace.This day belongs to you only to take you back to yourself and get all the comforts and peace from the inside.
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You will go to Phobjikha Valley on this day, which is home to endangered black-necked cranes and woodlands concealed in the mist.Start with a guided walk in nature whereby you will need to listen to birds' songs the way a monk is careful about every step, and feel the soft breath of the valley. Go to Gangtey Monastery where you are allowed to meditate while the monks are chanting their sacred tunes.It's a day that represents the soothing, consoling, and wonderful harmony of nature.
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Return to Thimphu on this day and explore the realm of traditional Bhutanese medicine.The wellness workshop of today's date presents to you the practices of local ancestors like hot-stone therapy, herbal compresses, and spiritual cleansing rituals. Get wisdom from women practitioners and local healers who have inherited experience from their foremothers. This is the time for one to take in Bhutan's holistic wellbeing philosophy with three words: simple, sacred, and sustainable.
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End your last day with a yoga and meditation finale that is geared towards your heart and mind really be a part of a farewell with Bhutanese nature. Reminisce about the trip, the personal changes, and the good time you spent, and find out the things you have taken with you. Following a goodbye meal in excellent company, you might get a special blessing letter and wellness advice from your guide—something sacred that you can take home and re-live there. Keep in mind, as you leave Paro, that a part of Bhutan’s peace journey will go on inside you.
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Know Before You Travel
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Spring and autumn:
Spring and autumn, which lie in the months March to May and September to November respectively, are the best times to visit for the wellness trek because nature offers pleasant weather, clear blue skies and a full greenery environment with blooming Rhododendron, and it will be best for trekking and meditation activities. Bhutan in winter is peaceful, with everything coated in snow, whereas the summer months are lovely with plant-covered views but also periodically see heavy rains.
- Many types of meditation are done during the wellness trek.
- Mindfulness Meditation: Attending to the feel of your breath and what is happening now.
- Hiking and Walking Meditation are practiced together while hiking on paths through forests and trails.
- At monasteries and meditation centers, this practice is performed with a guide.
- Forest Bathing refers to letting your senses enjoy nature by being in the forest.
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The people of Bhutan:
are more than a book of spirituality, and simplicity and their immense love towards their motherland makes you realize real patriotism. In both villages and towns, as well as in major cities, life is centered on Buddhist ideas that stress mindfulness and kindness. Those who tend the terraced land pray to the sun each morning, and the monks put on their traditional garb to walk their silent halls. You can go to school or see a doctor without paying money, and the philosophy of Gross National Happiness guarantees that even as things improve, none of the nation’s culture or natural beauty is harmed. They are so friendly and we can also get good interaction with civilians and communicate with them, exchange our culture, and also get knowledge about their history and traditional cultural depth.
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Visit to Paro Dzong:
Unforgettable View of Paro Dzong, also known as Rinpung Dzong, is the biggest Buddhist monastery and fortress, which stands as a living testament to the spiritual traditions of Bhutan. The culture and deep faith can be noticed in holy rooms and detailed paintings.
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Explore Tiger Nest monastery:
Ascend to the Tiger Nest monastery, also called Taktsang Gompa, which will give you a beautiful view of Paro Valley. It is located above the forest of rhododendrons and blue pine trees. But this is one of the most sacred religious monasteries in Bhutan.
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Explore Thimphu city:
Moving to explore Thimpu city, which is known as the capital of Bhutan also the biggest city in the country, is also a carrier of Bhutanese art, architecture, and culture. You can also get a chance to explore Memorial Chorten, the giant Buddha statue (Buddha Dordenma), and the busy market of the city.
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Authentic Bhutanese food and dress:
Let’s try Bhutanese traditional food, which is mainly known for its Spicy and also for Yak Cheese. Explore various dishes made by the locals. You can also get a chance to wear a Bhutanese traditional dress to feel more like Bhutanese society and the way of living, the Gho for males and the Kira for females.
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Cultural immersion and interaction with locals:
Communicate with locals, exchange your culture with them, and try to learn different facts about their history. Participate in different kinds of workshops, which will let you know more about their cultural depth.
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FAQs for Himalayan Active Adventure & Wellness Trek
Yes, major hotels and homestays provide you with the facilities for internet connection, but it may be difficult in rural areas. We can provide you with a hotspot connection.
You have to carry clothes for various kinds of weather, and don’t forget to carry a pair of trekking shoes, sunscreen for your skin, also carry water bottles.
Different seasons in Paro, Bhutan bring different weather. Mild temperatures, clear air, and a few rainy days are common in spring and autumn.
Eat traditional Bhutanese meals using organic vegetables, their special red rice, local cheeses, and typical herbal teas. Vegetarian and special requests are accepted.
Yes, beginners can travel because the trek is not so hard, and having suitable fitness can easily travel. There are walks most days, but it’s counteracted by wellness activities and rest breaks.
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