Trekking the famous Druk Path Trek in Bhutan with a guide, 7 days

Live an incredible experience hiking the famous Druk Path Trek in Bhutan with our certified guide. Explore the beautiful Himalayan landscape of crystal clear lakes and snow-capped peaks as you traverse lush pine and fir forests.

Group

Himalaya

7 Days

Mar - Jun, Sep - Nov

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Walk through several Bhutanese villages.
Explore the Himalayan landscape of beautiful lakes.
See ancient dzongs on the way.

Description

Join us on yet another amazing trek in Bhutan, the Druk Path Trek. Leading on an ancient route through a stunning landscape of pine forests, pristine lakes, and high ridges, it connects the valleys of Paro and Thimpu. The trail takes us through stunning rhododendron forests and yak pastures offering beautiful vistas of ancient lhakhangs and dzongs as you hike.

The 7-day trek is easy as it covers short distances from one campsite to another. We’ll begin from the beautiful valley of Paro, hiking past lush pine forests to reach Jili Dzong. This fortress provides stunning views of Mount Jumolhari to the north.

For the next few days, we’ll continue on a picturesque trail to cross several mountain passes. We’ll come across Jimiling lake, whose crystal clear water houses gigantic freshwater trouts. Walking past yak herder’s camp and beautiful mountain lakes you’ll enjoy exceptional views of the mountains.

The route involves crossing the villages of Jangchulakha and Jimelang Tsho until we reach the Phadjoding Monastery.

Phadjoding offers a gorgeous spectacle of Mt. Gangkar Puensum, the highest mountain in the world which has not been scaled yet, and several other Himalayan peaks. Finally, we’ll descend through dense pine forest to reach the capital city of Thimpu, marking the end of this remarkable trip.

So, don’t miss this amazing chance of trekking in Bhutan. Send a request now to hike the famous Druk Path Trek! Looking for some unique adventure in Bhutan? We also guide this unusual Bumthang Owl Trek!

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back

Price details

Price per Person

Itinerary

Day 1: Paro to Jili Dzong

Start from Paro and head towards Jili Dzong. The trail follows a rugged path past a few farmlands before leading to pine and fir forests to reach our destination.

Day 2: Jili Dzong to Jangchulakha

Hike a steep trail for about 2 hours. Passing through dense alpine forests and dwarf rhododendron trees, we’ll reach the campsite.

Day 3: Hike to Jimelang Tsho

Venture on a picturesque trail towards Jimelang Tsho. Enjoy spectacular vistas of the mountains and the valley until you reach Jimgelang Tsho Lake.

Day 4: Jimgelang Tsho to Simkotra Tsho

Walk through dwarf rhododendron trees, past Janetso Lake to reach Simkotra Tsho.

Day 5: Simkotra Tsho to Phajoding

Ascend towards Phajoding. Witness spectacular views of Mount Gangkar Puensumand several other Himalayan peaks. Next, descend towards Phajodhing and camp near Phadjoding Monastery.

Day 6: Phajoding to Mothithang

Descend to Thimphu (Mothitang) through a dense forest of blue pine.

Day 7: End of trip!

Reach Thimpu and finish the trek!

Equipment you will need to bring

Water bottle

Backpack

Sunglasses

About the guide

Bhutan

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