Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek
A Memorable trekking journey through Bhutan’s pristine alpine lakes and Himalayan landscapes.
Tour Name
15 Days Spiritual Tour
Group Name
Mr. Aelexy X 1Pax
Travel Date
15 Oct till 29 Oct 2026
Guide Name
Ms. Tshering Lhaden
Year
2026
About the Tour
We are delighted to share the wonderful trekking experience of our guest, Ms. Terri, from the United States of America, who visited Bhutan from 22 to 30 October 2026 to undertake the spectacular Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek.
The Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek is one of Bhutan’s most beautiful high-altitude trekking adventures, offering breathtaking Himalayan panoramas, pristine alpine lakes, picturesque mountain landscapes, and opportunities to experience the peaceful wilderness of the Bhutanese Himalayas.
Day-by-Day Trekking Highlights
The following is an overview of the trekking route, including approximate campsite altitudes.
Arrival in Bhutan | Paro – Thimphu
Welcome to Bhutan! Visit Chozhi Monastery and Wangsisina Nunnery before travelling to the capital, Thimphu.
Dodeydrak Monastery Spiritual Retreat
Hike to Dodeydrak Monastery, meet Buddhist teachers, learn about Buddhist philosophy, and experience a peaceful overnight stay at the monastery guesthouse. Visit Pangri Zampa, Bhutan’s traditional school of Buddhist astrology.
Spiritual Experiences in Thimphu
Visit Buddha Dordenma and Changangkha Temple, followed by the spiritual experience of completing 108 circumambulations around the National Memorial Chorten with local devotees.
Thimphu – Dochula – Punakha – Gangtey
Cross Dochula Pass, visit Druk Wangyel Lhakhang and its meditation cave, and continue to Gangtey Monastery. Experience evening prayers and interact with the monks.
Gangtey – Trongsa – Bumthang
Travel through the beautiful central valleys, visit Trongsa Dzong and explore the sacred Tharpaling Monastery, an important centre of Buddhist meditation and learning.
Jakar Tshechu and Sacred Temples
Experience the colourful Jakar Tshechu Festival and visit some of Bumthang’s most revered spiritual landmarks, including Kurje Lhakhang, Jambay Lhakhang, Tamzhing Monastery and Samba Lhundrup Lhakhang.
Sacred Pilgrimage in Bumthang
Visit Thangbi Temple, Zhabjithang and Sukdra Monastery, one of the region’s important sacred meditation sites. Spend time in prayer, reflection and meditation.
Tang Valley Spiritual Pilgrimage
Explore Kuenzangdra Monastery, associated with the great treasure revealer Terton Pema Lingpa. Continue to Tang Rimochen and Mebar Tsho (Burning Lake), followed by a spiritual discussion with a learned Khenpo at Kharchu Monastery.
Bumthang – Beylangdra Ney
Travel to the remote and sacred Beylangdra Ney in Wangdue Phodrang, an important pilgrimage destination associated with Guru Rinpoche and great Buddhist masters. Meet learned teachers and experience Buddhist teachings and meditation at Kathok Yosel Samtenling Monastery.
Goen Tsephu Ney and Punakha
Visit Goen Tsephu Ney, a sacred meditation cave associated with Guru Padmasambhava and the Buddha of Long Life. Continue to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, Punakha Dzong and Dorji Sangchen Nunnery for evening prayers.
Punakha – Dochula – Paro
Travel back to Paro via Dochula Pass, with visits to Tashigang Goenpa and a traditional fertility temple along the way.
Tshering ChoeNga Pilgrimage in Paro
Undertake a special one-day pilgrimage to the five sacred temples associated with the Five Long-Life Sisters (Tshering ChoeNga). These sacred sites are traditionally associated with blessings for longevity, protection, prosperity, harmony and well-being.
Bumdra Sacred Pilgrimage
Hike towards the sacred Bumdra Monastery, passing Sangchokhor Buddhist College and Chhoe Tse Lhakhang. Reach the sacred Bumdrak, also known as the Rock of One Hundred Thousand Footprints, and spend time in meditation surrounded by the peaceful Himalayan landscape. Overnight at Bumdra Camp.
Bumdra to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest)
Continue the pilgrimage through beautiful pine and rhododendron forests, visiting sacred temples and meditation caves before reaching the iconic Taktsang Monastery, dramatically perched on a cliff overlooking Paro Valley.
Departure from Bhutan
After 15 memorable days of spiritual discovery, Alexey departed Bhutan, carrying with him beautiful memories and meaningful experiences from the Land of the Thunder Dragon.
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Guest Feedback
One of the most rewarding aspects of this journey was receiving Alexey’s wonderful feedback. He expressed how happy he was with the customized spiritual itinerary and how very satisfied he was with the overall services, arrangements and organization provided by Authentic Bhutan Tours.
We are delighted that we could tailor this journey to his personal spiritual interests, allowing him to explore Bhutan beyond the usual tourist trails and experience its sacred places at his own pace.
Mr. Aelexy
Guide's Remarks
Based on the experience of this journey, our guide also recommended including an overnight stay at Tharpaling Monastery Guesthouse in Bumthang in future spiritual itineraries. An overnight halt would allow guests more time to explore the surrounding sacred sites, enjoy the peaceful monastery atmosphere, interact with the monastic community, and experience meditation without feeling rushed.
At Authentic Bhutan Tours, we believe every journey is an opportunity to learn and improve. We value our guests’ feedback and our guides’ local knowledge in continuously enhancing our tailor-made spiritual experiences.
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