Druk Path
Moderate
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Paro
Today arrive Paro airport , after clearance with the immigration and Custom, you will be met by our office guide and will transfer to your hotel. If time permits we will also visit National Museum and Paro Dzong.Meals: BLD
Place: Paro
Day 02: Acclimatizing Taktsang Hike
After breakfast hike to Tiger Nest. Lunch at Taktsang cafeteria. Afternoon visit Drugyel Dzong and Kitchu Monastery.Meals: BLD
Place: Taktsang
Day 03: Trek starts Drugyel Dzong to Jele Dzong
This is a short trekking day and the trail is uphill through conifer forests. The view of the Paro Valley from the camp is absolutely breathtaking. Maximum altitude during the hike is Jele La at 3560m.Distance: 10 km.
Trek time: 4-5 hours.
Ascent: 1090m.
Altitude of camp: 3480m
Meals: BLD
Hotel: Camping
Place: Jele Dzong
Day 04: Jele Dzong to Jangchulakha
Gradual climbs and a few steep climbs take you through thick alpine forests and rhododendron bushes. You will see yaks and yak herders around the camp today.Distance: 10 km.
Trek time: 3-4 hours.
Ascent: 310m
Descent: 50m.
Altitude of camp: 3780m.
Meals: BLD
Hotel: Camping
Place: Jangchulakha
Day 05: Jangchulakha to Jimilangtsho
The trail follows the ridge and on a clear day one will be surrounded by beautiful mountains and river valleys. The camp site is near the Lake Jimilangtsho known for their giant sized trouts.Distance: 11 km.
Trek time: 4-5 hours.
Ascent: 330m.
Descent: 230m
Altitude of camp: 3880m.
Meals: BLD
Hotel: Camping
Place: Jimilangtsho
Day 06: Jimilangtsho to Simkota
The trail takes you through dwarf rhododendron bushes and the lake. You will be able to observe the nomadic life of the yak herders on the way today. The camp is beside the Simkota lake.Distance: 11 km.
Trek time: 4–5 hours.
Ascent: 820m.
Descent: 400m.
Altitude of camp: 4110m.
Meals: BLD
Hotel: Camping
Place: Simkota
Day 07: Simkota to Phadjoding
The trek begins with a gradual climb eventually reaching 4210m at Labana La. In clear weather you will be able to see the spectacular view of Mt. Gangkar Phuensum, the highest mountain in the country and her sister mountains. Descend down to the family of Monasteries at Phadjoding which serves as the View point of the Thimphu valley.Distance: 10 km.
Trek time: 3-4 hours.
Ascent: 130m.
Descent: 680m.
Altitude of camp: 3750m.
Meals: BLD
Hotel: Camping
Place: Phadjoding
Day 08: Phadjoding to Thimpu
The trail leads downhill till your meeting with the transportation bus which will take you to your hotel. You should be able to get to your hotel before lunch. Rest of the day at leisure.Meals: BLD
Hotel: Camping
Place: Thimpu
Day 09: Thimpu Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Thimphu for some sightseeing. Some sights may be closed at festival time in which case your guide will suggest an alternative plan. You can visit the National Memorial Chorten, the National Library, the School of Painting or the Folk Heritage Museum. In the afternoon you can take in more of the sights and culture of the capital, or take a drive out of town to view Simtokha Dzong (one of the oldest in Bhutan, dating from 629 AD). If you prefer to stay closer to town you can browse the striking collection of intricate textiles at the National Textile Museum, or drive up to the Radio Tower (offering splendid views of the city from a hilltop festooned with prayer flags) and visit the Takin Reserve showcasing the unique national animal, the Takin.Meals: BLD
Place: Thimpu
Day 10: International Departure
Transfer to airport for international departure.Our Specialist
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