Day 22:
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This is the last day of the trek where you change from yak to
pack ponies. WE must set off very early in order to teach
Bumthang before dark. The path follows the Chamkhar Chu
descending gradually with few climbs. The trek ends
when we reach Dur village where transport will pick us up and drive to
Bumthang. Overnight at the lodge in Bumthang (Jakar) .Note : Unless very fit,
it is best to spread this final stae over two days: Tsochenchen - Gorsum (7
hours):, Gorsum - Dur - Bumthang (6 hours)
Day 23:
The Bumthang valley is the cultural heartland of the nation.
The hills around valley are filled with monasteries dedicated
to Guru Padsambhava. The valley is also the ancestral home
of the great Buddhist teachers, Pema linga, from
whose descendants the present monarchy traces its origin.Today, we explore
the valley, visiting Jakar Dzong, Kurje Lhakhang, Jambey Lhakhang and
Tamshing Lhakhang.Overnight at the lodge in Bumthang.
Day 24:
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Our journey to Trongsa takes about 3 hours. Trongsa Dzong,
built in 1648, was the seat of power over central and eastern
Bhutan. Both the first and second kings ruled the country
from this ancient seat All four monarchs were
invested as Trongsa Penlop ('\governer'\) prior to ascending the throne, and
the present Crown Prince now holds the post. The dzong is a massive
structure with many levels, sloping down the contours of the ridge on which it
is still. Standing above this fortress is Ta Dzong, a watchtower, which once
guarded this place from internal rebellion. A visit to Ta Dzong gives further
insight into the significance of Trongsa in Bhutan'\'\ history. Overnight at the
lodge in Trongsa, from which there is a breathtaking early morning view of
Trongsa Dzong and the blue hills and valleys beyond..
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