Druk Path Trekking

After breakfast, we proceed for pleasant 2-3 hours hike over the iconic Taktshang monastery perched over 800m sheer rock face. Afterwards, we spend some time exploring the ancient Drukgyel Dzong built in 1649. On the way back to Paro, we also visit Kyichu Lhakang, one of quaint and most sacred Buddhist temple.

Highest Altitude

3180m

Today is the starting day of Druk Path trek. Starting from Paro above the National Museum, you trek for 10km and camp near the 15th century Jili Dzong.

Activity & Duration

4 hours

Highest Altitude

3350m

From Jili Dzong, we trek 10 km further through the forested route of rhododendron and then ascend to the viewpoint overlooking the Paro valley. If weather permits, we can see the majestic view of snow-covered peaks.

Activity & Duration

4-5 hours trek

Highest Altitude

3760m

Today, the trail traverses through the meadows and rhododendrons admiring the view of sacred Mt. Jomolhari (subject to clear weather).  We set a camp at the far end of the lake.

Activity & Duration

6-7 hours

Highest Altitude

3885m

The trail to Simkotra Lake crosses the high pass (4,050m) that overlooks another small lake called Janye Tsho. Today, we set up a camp near the lake of Simkotra.

Activity & Duration

4-5 hours

Highest Altitude

4050m

The last of Druk Path trek takes you to Thimpu, the modern capital of Bhutan. Today, we cross the highest point of entire trek at Labana La Pass (4,235m). From the Pass, we climb down enjoying the majestic Himalayan views. We arrive Thimpu by late afternoon.

Activity & Duration

6-7 hours trek

Highest Altitude

4235m

Today, we set a day aside for exploration and sightseeing of Thimpu. After early morning breakfast, we visit the antique, religious and cultural sites of Thimpu. We explore Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third king of Bhutan), nunnery temple and mini zoo to see Takin, the national animal of Bhutan.

Other sightseeing spot incudes National Institute of Traditional Medicine, Bhutanese traditional painting schools, folk heritage museum, Tashichho Dzong and traditional paper factory. We also explore the Craft Bazaar where we see many crafters and artisans displaying the handmade arts.

Today, we drive east from Thimpu to the ancient capital Punakha crossing high pass of Dochu La. In clear weather, we get rewarded with astounding views of Himalaya range including sacred Jomolhari. We also visit one of 108 temple built in 2005 to commemorate Bhutanese soldiers who perished. We visit Chimi Lhakang and fascinating Punakha Dzong in Punakha valley.

Activity & Duration

2 hours

Highest Altitude

3100m

After breakfast, we drive back to Thimpu for overnight stay. We can also choose to drive all the way to Paro.

Activity & Duration

3.30 hour

Highest Altitude

2195m

Transfer to Paro International Airport for your final departure