Snow Lion Expeditions

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  • 16 Days
  • Trekking

The people of Laya call their land Beyul, the hidden paradise—travel with us into the high-altitude wonderland of this village nestled at the foot of Mount Masagang and you will see why: Blue sheep and musk deer graze on alpine slopes covered in wildflowers, snow leopards hunt in the deep canyons and villagers tend to their yaks. From our arrival in Punakha, we climb a winding path through lush forests and tranquil meadows to the village of Gasa, and then across two suspension bridges and finally into the town of Laya. After a day of rest and exploration in this pastoral enclave, we head back to Gasa for a relaxing visit to the Gasa Tsachu Hot Springs. Upon our return to Punakha we will drive to the capital Thimphu, an exotic city that combines traditional and contemporary lifestyles.

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Trip Highlights

  • Deluxe outfitted 8-day roundtrip trek into the Himalayan high country
  • Visits and camping in remote villages, including Laya
  • Beautiful native handicrafts
  • Breathtaking scenery & the possibilty of rare wildlife sightings
  • Hotel accomodations in distinctive Bhutanese style
  • Colorful Buddhist temples covered in ornate artwork

What's Included

  • Services of an English-speaking guide
  • Double-occupancy hotel accommodations
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Private ground transportation and driver as per itinerary
  • Hotel and airport transfers
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Trip Dates

  • Oct 16, 2008 — Oct 31, 2008

Trip Cost

  • From $4,495 Price valid through 10/31/2007

Itinerary Snap-shot

Day 1: Arrive Bangkok
Day 2: Fly to Paro
Days 3-4: Drive to Punakha
Day 5: Begin Trek
Days 6-8: Trek Laya
Day 9: Rest day in Laya / optional day hike to Masang Gang
Days 10-12: Trek back to trailhead at Damji / Drive to Punakha
Day 13: Drive to Thimphu
Day 14: Drive to Paro
Day 15: Taktsang
Day 16: Depart Bhutan