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Rural village in central Bhutan
Capital city Thimphu in December
Devotees gathered at a blessing ceremony before the giant Buddha statue in Thimphu
Hikers approaching the campsite
Hikers in the pristine jungle

17 Days Wild East Rodung La Trek From Central to Eastern Bhutan

By Bhutan Acorn Tours and Travel
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Overview

Trek from Bumthang to the far east of Bhutan, passing through pristine mountains. The untouched ecosystems combined with the rich cultural experiences make this one a must for anyone visiting Bhutan.

The route was once an important trade road in the past but has fallen into disuse since the advent of modern roads in Bhutan. It is now mainly used as a hiking trail and quite often used by the cow herders especially from Lhuentse in eastern Bhutan where you will spend a day resting and sightseeing (Day 10).

While the Rodung La Trek does not ascend to very high altitudes, it is still fairly challenging as the trail covers some fairly steep climbs and descents. The trail takes you from Bumthang in Central Bhutan to Trashiyangtse in the far eastern reaches of the kingdom.

Activity location

  • Thimphu
    • Thimphu, Bhutan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Thimphu
    • Thimphu, Bhutan

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll internal taxes for the services listed above
  • What's includedWhat's includedPorters & Ponies
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and light snacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedSleeping bag liner (not sleeping bag)
  • What's includedWhat's included9 nights twin-sharing accommodation at 3-star hotels certified by the Tourism Council of Bhutan
  • What's includedWhat's includedExperienced English-speaking licensed tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included7 nights full-service outdoor camping
  • What's includedWhat's includedMedical treatment at a hospital in Bhutan if you sustain injuries while in Bhutan
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll ground transport including return airport transfers
  • What's includedWhat's includedOne-way domestic flight from Yonphula to Paro on Day 15 is INCLUDED
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry fee for National Museum and trekking permit
  • What's includedWhat's includedVisa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 4-5 business days.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTravel insurance is mandatory
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedInternational flights. Let us know if you need help with arranging flights to and from Bhutan.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEmergency evacuation
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAlcoholic drinks, laundry services, telephone call charges
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSleeping bag & travel pillow
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips to guide and driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAny other personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAll Entry fees except for National Museum

Know before you book

  • Travellers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 3 participants are required to run this tour and can be run on a private basis.
  • We highly recommend booking at least a few months before the departure date so that we have enough time to ensure the flights are available. If you already have flight tickets to and from Bhutan, we can take bookings up to two weeks before the departure date. To process visa, it only takes 4-5 business days.
  • There are only two airlines that connect Bhutan with the outside world and so securing air tickets can be difficult especially during the months of high season. Currently, Bhutan is connected with these cities - Bagdogra, Bangkok, Delhi, Dhaka, Guwahati, Kathmandu, Kolkata, Singapore. We recommend you to book your international flights few months in advance especially if you plan to visit during the high season months of March to May and September to November. If you need help in arranging flights to/from Bhutan, please let us know much in advance.
  • After you book the tour, kindly send us clear passports copies of all the participants. A biodata page including the machine-readable zone must be seen clearly. Passports should have a minimum of 6 MONTHS validity from the day you depart from Bhutan. You may also want to check the passport requirements by your next destination country after Bhutan. A copy of your e-Visa will be emailed to you once it is approved. It only takes 4-5 business days to get visa approval and it is 100 percent guaranteed as long as we receive clear passport copies of all the participants. The actual visa will be stamped on your passport upon arrival. Send the passport copies to the Local Supplier Email address.
  • Youth 18 years old MUST send us a copy of their valid Student Photo ID Card/Document to keep the discounted price. Without a copy of valid Student Photo ID Card/document, the full adult price will apply. Youth MUST also be accompanied by at least one full-paying adult.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Paro International Airport / Transfer to Thimphu (2334m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Kuenphen Rabten Resort or Hotel Amodhara.
Thimphu
  • 4h
Day 2: Thimphu / Transfer to Punakha Valley (1200m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Meri Puensum Resort or Hotel Lobesa.
Punakha Dzong
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket not included
Day 3: Punakha Valley / Transfer to Trongsa in Central Bhutan (2200m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Tashi Ninjay Guest or Yangkhil Resort
The Tower of Trongsa Museum
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket not included
Day 4: Trongsa / Transfer to Bumthang also known as Jakar (2600m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Kaila Guest House or Mountain Lodge
Jakar
  • 4h
Day 5: Jakar / Transfer to Tang Valley (2700m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Ogyen Choling Guest House or at village homestay with the local family.
Tang Valley
  • 6h
Day 6: [Trek Begins] Tang Valley / Camp at Phokpey (3680m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Phokpey
Pimi
  • 5h
Day 7: Phokpey / Camp at Ungar (2950m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Ungar
Pimi
  • 6h
Day 8: Ungar / Camp at Kheni Lhakhang (2010m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Kheni Lhakhang
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  • 7h
Day 9: Kheni Lhakhang / Camp at Tangmachu, Lhuentse (1720m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Tangmachu
Tangmachu Central School
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Day 10: Rest Day & Sightseeing in Lhuentse (1720m)
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at either Chimi Yuden Homestay, Khoma village or outdoor camping.
Lhuentse Takela
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Khoma
  • 2h
Gangzur Pottery
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Day 11: [Trek Resumes] Minjay / Pemi (2450m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Pemi
Trashiyangtse
  • 5h
Day 12: Pemi / Camp at Taupang (2450m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Taupang
Trashiyangtse
  • 6h
Day 13: [Trek Ends] Taupang / Trashi Yangtse (1800m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Hotel Karmaling
Trashiyangtse
  • 8h
Day 14: Tashi Yangtse / Transfer to Trashigang (1180m)
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Lingkhar Lodge or Hotel Druk Deothjung.
Chorten Kora མཆོད་རྟེན་སྐོར་རར།
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Trashigang
  • 3h
Day 15: Trashigang / Yonphula / Transfer to Paro by Domestic Flight (2200m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Khangkhu Resort or Bhutan Mandala Resort.
Paro
  • 4h
Day 16: Hike to the fame Paro Taktsang known as Tiger's Nest (3120m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Khangkhu Resort or Bhutan Mandala Resort
Paro Taktsang
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket not included
Day 17: Transfer to Paro International Airport for Departure
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Paro International Airport
  • 30m

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThimphu
    • Thimphu, Bhutan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEThimphu
    • Thimphu, Bhutan

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