Bhutan 1 Day Hike to Phajoding Monastery

About this experience

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.

Experience type

Day tour or activity

Duration

7 hours and 30 minutes

Live tour guide

English

Categories

Atv or quad tour · Bus or minivan tour · Day trips and excursions · Nature · Cultural and theme tours

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.

What's not included

Hikers need to carry their own food. No cafe at the top. Food and drinks

Please note

• Not wheelchair accessible • Not stroller accessible • Not suitable for pets • Infants must not sit on laps • Infant seats unavailable • Not recommended for people with back problems • Not recommended for pregnant travelers • Not recommended for people with heart conditions • • The travellers need to be in Thimpu for the pickup. Public transportation nearby Passport required

Itinerary

1. 1
   Day 1

   Phajoding Monastery

   Phajoding-Pumola Trail, Phajoding

   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.

2. 2
   Day 1

   Phajoding-Pumola Trail, Phajoding

   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.

Pick up

Pickup available

Pickup 15 minutes before departure.

Thimphu Tower Clock Tower Square, 0194 Thimphu

Cancellation policy · Bhutan 1 Day Hike to Phajoding Monastery

Standard Viator policy

• Cancellation 0–24 hours before departure: 100% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 24–24000 hours before departure: 0% cancellation fee.

Good to know

Operated by BARBIL TOURS and sold by AGORA. Your voucher and booking reference arrive by email straight after payment.