Jomolhari Trek

5-6 hours. Start at Drukgyel Dzong (2580 m) and follow the Paro Chhu past the settlements of Chang Zampa and Mitshi Zampa to the Gunitsawa army post and camp at Shana (2810 m).

6-7 hours up the Paro Chhu through conifer and rhododendron forest in Jigme Dorji National Park, crossing streams and passing the ruins of a fort, to Thangthangka (3630 m).

5-6 hours past the army post and the yak herders' settlement of Takethang, with Jomolhari towering ahead, to Jangothang (about 4080 m).

Rest or hike towards the glacier and ridges for views of Jichu Drake and Jomolhari.

5-6 hours past herders' camps to the Nyile La (4890 m), descending for lunch and on to Lingshi below its hilltop dzong.

8-9 hours, climbing steeply to the Yeli La (4820 m) with views of Jomolhari, Gangchhenta, Tserim Kang and Masang Gang, then down to Shodu (4110 m).

5-6 hours, crossing the river six times on log bridges to Barshong with its small ruined dzong (3680 m).

5-6 hours through dense rhododendron, birch and conifer forest to camp at Dolam Kencho (3430 m).

About 3 hours down through conifers to the roadhead at Dodina (2600 m), then a short drive to Thimphu.

Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, National Library, Painting School, Traditional Medicine Institute and Handicrafts Emporium.

Drive to Paro airport for your onward flight.