Druk Path Trek

The Druk Path Trek is one of the most popular treks in Bhutan. It is a moderately tough terk starting from Paro to Thimphu or vise versa as it passes through blue pine forests and clear beautiful lakes. You will also get to see few magnificent mountain ranges along with rhododendrons .

DAY 1 | ARRIVAL

On arrival at Paro airport, you will be received by our representatives and lead you to you hotel. 
After lunch you will visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum. It once served as a watch tower overlooking the Rimpung Dzong. A short walk down will take you to Paro Rimpung Dzong and cross a traditional cantilevered bridge. 
Drive back to the hotel.

DAY 2 : HIKE TO TAKTSANG

Taktsang also known as The Tigers Nest, is one of the most iconic landmark and a religious site in Bhutan. It was first built in 1692 at a cave where Guru Rinpoche meditated. Legend states that Guru flew to the site on the back of a tigress. 
Altitude: 900m above paro valley, 2950m above sea level
Hiking distance: 2-3 hours

DAY 3 | START OF THE DRUK TREK PATH

Paro – Jili Dzong (Distance: 8 km, Time: 4-5 hrs) 

The trek starts from the National Museum in Paro. The trek is an uphill climb to an elevation of over 1065m, you will come across few farm and trek through blue pine and fir forest. Your descend will start once you reach Jili Dzong , about 100m down to the campsite. 
Jili Dzong, mostly in ruins, sits at an elevation of 3490m.

DAY 4

Jili Dzong – Jangchulakha (Distance: 10 km, Time: 4-5 hours)

The hike starts with a steep climb for about 2 hours through thick alpine forests and rhododendron trees till the ascent eases to a more gradual climb. 
Mount Jomolhari and other snow-capped mountains can be seen.
Campsite at Jangchulhaka (3780m) near Yak Herders Camp.

DAY 5

Jangchulhaka – Jimilang Tsho (Distance: 11 km, Time: 4-5 hrs)

The trek follows a ridge and if weather permits, one can enjoy the stunning view of the valleys and mountains. 
Campsite near Jimilang Tsho, are famous for their giant sized trouts. The camp gives you an amazing view of Mount Jichu Drake (6989m), the peak representing the protective deity of Paro Valley.

DAY 6

Jimilang Tsho – Simkotra Tsho (Distance: 11 km, Time: 4 hrs)

Plenty of dwarf rhododendron trees greet you along the way. You will also come across Jane Tsho Lake and Yak Herders Camp. After a short climb along the side of the ridge and a steep descent, you will reach your camp near Simkotra Lake (4040m).

DAY 7

Simkotra Tsho – Phajoding (Distance: 10 km, Time: 3 to 4 hrs)

Today’s climb brings you a saddle at 4150m where you can view Mount Gangkhar Puensum and other Himalayan peaks on a clear day. You will then continue your journey down to a small lake and climb up to Phume La pass, which is at an elevation of 4210m. At the top, you will find yourself surrounded by beautiful prayer flags laid out by previous trekkers and worshippers, and a breath-taking view of Thimphu City below. 
In the latter half to the trek, you will find yourself descending to Phajodhing (3780m) where you will camp for the night before heading to Thimphu City, the next day.

DAY 8 | END OF DRUK PATH TREK

Phajoding – Thimphu City (Distance: 5 km, Time: 3 hrs)

Today’s trek will take you down through mostly blue pine forest to the Radio Station – the only one of its kind in Bhutan; also known as the Bhutan Broadcasting Service. Upon arrival, you will be picked up and driven to your hotel. 
In the late afternoon, you may choose to visit the Memorial Stupa or visit the town to do some last minute souvenir shopping. Or, you can even do both

DAY 9 | Thimphu SIGHTSEEING

On the last day we will go visit few places in thimphu and later in the evening you can visit hot stone baths and relax. Places we will be visiting include;
Buddha Point
Traditional School of Arts and Crafts
Folk Heritage Museum
Takin Preserve Centre (Evening

DAY 10 | DEPARTURE

Our representavies will drop you off to the airport and bid you farewell.