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The Druk Path Trek in Bhutan is a short trek with scenic views, leading the traditional mule route between Thimphu and Paro, crossing mountains and teeming with lakes filled with giant trout at 4000 m. The trail leads through thick alpine forest, dwarf rhododendrons at 3590 m, and rare Rheum flowers. It passes through high pasture lands used by yak herders for summer grazing, offering opportunities to interact with them, learn their culture, and enjoy nature’s beauty. The trek features Tsalu Ney, a 14th-century Lhakhang temple, Phajoding Monastery, and Thujidrag Goenpa. Clear weather offers stunning views of Mt. Jumolhari and Mt. Jichu Drake (6989). The highest point is Phume La Pass (4210 m), offering a breathtaking view of Gangkhar Puensum, Bhutan’s highest mountain. The trek ends at Phajoding Monastery, offering a clear view of Thimphu.
Standard: Medium
Season: February – June & September – December
Day 01: Arrival – Thimphu
Day 02: Hike to Tiger’s Nest
Day 03: Paro – Jele Dozing (Trek Starts)
Day 04: Jele Dzong – Jangchulakha
Day 05: Jangchulakha – Jimilangtso
Day 06: Jimilangtsho – Simkorta
Day 07: Simkota – Phajoding
Day 08: Phajoding – Thimphu (Trek Ends)
Day 09: Thimphu Sightseeing
Day 10: Departure
Day 01: Arrival – Thimphu (54km, 01 hour)
On arrival at Paro airport, our representative from our company will greet you and assist in escorting you to the closest accommodation. an afternoon, followed by a visit.
Evening freely scrolls around town. overnight stay in Paro.
Day 02: Hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest)
Drive to a hiking location after breakfast. The Taktsang Monastery is perched on a ledge of rock. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, the second Buddha in Bhutan, is claimed to have arrived in the 8th century flying on the back of a tigress and meditated where Taktsang Monastery currently stands.
Lunch will be served in the town’s top tourist eatery. followed by a visit.
Evening freely strolls around Paro. spending the night in Paro.
Day 03: Paro – Jele Dozing (10 Km, 3 – 5 hours), Trek Starts
After breakfast, drive a short distance. The trip starts with a little ascent to Jele Dzong and keeps going uphill until camp. If the dzong’s keeper is on duty, you are welcome to visit. The Paro valley and the snow-covered mountains may be seen in clear weather. The camp will be set up around 3570 m.
Day 04: Jele Dzong – Jangchulakha (10 Km, 4 – 5 hours)
Begins with a 1 ½ hour climb and passes through a dense alpine forest of rhododendron vegetation. gradually ascends until reaching camp at 3760 m. Yak herders may be present near your campground.
Day 05: Jangchulakha – Jimilangtso (11 Km, 5 hours)
The trail follows the ridge. On a clear day, we can see the river valleys and mountains well. Our campground will be close to Lake Jimilangtsho (Lake: “Tsho”), which is noted for its enormous trout. campsite at 3870 m.
Day 06: Jimilangtsho – Simkorta (11 km, 4-5 hours)
The trek gradually climbs and descends, passing Janetsho Lake and dwarf rhododendron trees. You might now encounter yak herders living a nomadic lifestyle. Our campsite will be close to Simkota Lake, a popular trout fishing spot. Campsite at 4110 m
Day 07: Simkota – Phajoding (10 km, 4 hours)
The route begins with a gradual ascent. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Mount Gangkar Puensum, Bhutan’s tallest mountain, as you make your way to Phajoding Monastery, which serves as a vantage point for the Thimphu Valley. The campsite will be near monasteries at 3750 m.
Day 08: Phajoding – Thimphu (5 km, 3 hours), Trek Ends
Following a visit to the Phajoding Monastery, founded in the 15th century by Shagcha Rinchen, who introduced the Drukpa Kaygue School to Bhutan in the 13th century, trek downwards to the Thimphu valley, passing through a dense blue pine forest until you reach the motorway, where our representative will be ready to drive you to your accommodation.
After a relaxing shower, enjoy a delicious lunch in Thimphu. followed by a visit.
Evening freely wandered the city. Overnight stay in Thimphu
Day 09: Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast, visit
Lunch will be served at a top tourist restaurant in town, followed by a visit.
Evenings are free for exploring the city. Staying a night in Thimphu
Day 10: Departure
After an early breakfast, drive to Paro airport for a flight to your onward destination.
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