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Bhutan 1 Day Hike to Phajoding Monastery 20% OFF
Thimphu, Bhutan
$360
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Overview
The Bhutan 1 Day Hike to Phajoding Monastery offers a unique opportunity to experience Bhutan's essence in just half a day. This trek combines sacred architecture, crisp alpine air, and breathtaking views for an enriching journey.
- 🏞️ Phajoding Monastery is a sacred Buddhist site located at 3600m, featuring several temples, chapel halls, and monk quarters.
- 🌲 The hike begins in the Motithang/Sangaygang area, covering 5 km one way with an elevation gain of 1200m.
- 🕊️ Experience the tranquility of Himalayan Pine forests and centuries-old monasteries as you ascend from the bustling capital to serene heights.
- ⏰ The itinerary starts at 8:00 am with a short drive to the trailhead, followed by a hike commencing at 8:15 am.
- 🥪 Enjoy a picnic lunch from 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm at the monastery, where you can soak in stunning views.
- 🚶♂️ After exploring the monastery, begin your descent at 1:30 pm, returning to the trailhead by 3:30 pm.
- 🚐 Vehicle transportation is included, based on group size, ensuring comfort during your journey.
- 🍃 Hikers are required to carry their own food, as there are no cafes at the top of the hike.
- 🌍 Public transportation options are available nearby for added convenience.
- 👣 A human tour guide will accompany you, providing insights and ensuring your comfort throughout the trek.
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Bhutan 1 Day Hike to Phajoding Monastery
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Vehicle based on the group size-(2-4 nos) included. If the number of people in the group increases the package cost will vary.
- Hikers need to carry their own food. No cafe at the top.
- 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. (pass by)
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Phajoding MonasteryITINERARY- 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.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Bhutan 1 Day Hike to Phajoding Monastery 20% OFF
Thimphu, Bhutan
$360
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!