Druk Path Trek
"Druk Path Trek is also a fairly easy hike to undertake"
The five-day, four-night Druk Path Trek, combined with a four-night, five-day cultural tour beforehand, is one of Bhutan’s most popular journeys. This itinerary not only offers a deeper experience of the country’s rich culture—often only briefly glimpsed by most visitors—but also showcases Bhutan’s stunning natural landscapes.
The trek passes through blue pine forests, high mountain ridges, and pristine alpine lakes, while offering opportunities to visit ancient lhakhangs (temples), dzongs (fortresses), and traditional villages.
The Druk Path Trek is considered relatively easy, with short distances between campsites. The trail winds through forests of fir, blue pine, and dwarf rhododendron, with altitudes ranging from 2,400 to 4,200 meters. On the third day, trekkers reach Jimiling Lake, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and large trout. The route also offers breathtaking views of Mt. Gangkar Puensum, the highest unclimbed peak in the world.
The best times to undertake the Druk Path Trek are March to June and September to November.
| BHUTAN DRUK PATH TREK PACKAGE COST FOR 10DAYS | |||
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| Group Size | 3* Package | 4* Package | 5* Package |
| 1 Person | NA | For 4* rate, write to us | For 5* rate, write to us |
| 2-3 Persons | NA | For 4* rate, write to us | For 5* rate, write to us |
| 4-7 Persons | NA | For 4* rate, write to us | For 5* rate, write to us |
| 8-13 Persons | NA | For 4* rate, write to us | For 5* rate, write to us |
| 14-20 Persons | NA | For 4* rate, write to us | For 5* rate, write to us |
| HOTELS | |||
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| Destination | 3 Star Hotel | 4 Star Hotel | 5 Star Hotel |
| Thimphu | Hotel Thimphu Tower | Hotel Ariya Thimphu | Le Méridien |
| Paro | Hotel Paro Grand | Naksel Boutique Hotel & Spa | Uma by COMO |
| Punakha | Zhingkham Resort | RKPO Green Resort | Six Senses |
| TRANSPORTATIONS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Persons | Vehicle Types | Remarks |
| 1 Person | SUVs | SUVs/Innova |
| 2-3 Persons | SUVs/Innova | SUVs/Toyota Innova |
| 4-7 Persons | Toyota Hiace Roof | Toyota Hiace Roof |
| 8-13 Persons | Coaster Bus | Toyota Coaster Bus |
| 14-20 Persons | Coaster Bus | Toyota Coaster Bus |
Note: The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) 50% discounts of USD: 200 now USD:100/ per person per night for tourists goes towards activities that promote carbon-neutral tourism and build a more sustainable tourism sector. This includes offsetting the carbon footprint of tourists and upskilling workers in the sector. Indian tourists will pay a previously stipulated fee, which will be revised at a later date. The rate refers to the minimum sum paid by all tourists for an all-inclusive package tour to Bhutan.
The above incentives will come into effect from 1st September 2023 and shall remain effective for four years till 31st August 2027. You can also visit the Tourism Department’s official website
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Tour Outline
Day 1: Arrive at Paro.
Day 2: Paro Sightseeing and Tiger Nest hike.
Day 3: Ta Dzong – Jele Dzong (Trek Starts)
Day 4: Jele Dzong – Tshokham.
Day 5: Tshokham – Jimilangtso (Lake).
Day 6: Jimilangtso – Simkoto.
Day 7: Simkota -Phajoding – Thimphu (Trek Ends)
Day 8: Thimphu Sightseeing
Day 9: Thimphu – Paro
Day 10: Departure
Detail Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Paro. 2250M
A flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular of all mountain flights. One can see Mt. Everest, Kanchen Junga, Makalu and other peaks in Bhutan such as Jumolhari, Jichu Drakey and Tsrim Gang. The first gift from Bhutan will be cool, clean fresh air as you step out of the plane. You will be received by our representative and escorted to the hotel.
Afternoon. Visit to National Museum of Bhutan. Which is called Ta- Dzong means (Watch Tower) actually it was built in 17th century together with Paro Dzong below to protect further aggression from Tibetan invasion. Inside it has got varieties of collection from all over Bhutan dated back to 6th century. This will give you a highlight of Bhutan existence.
Visit to the Paro Dzong the administrative head quarter of Paro District. Every Dzong has dual system together with the religion section.
Day 2: Paro Sightseeing
Morning after breakfast hikes to Taktsang monastery (Tiger Nest), the climb up to the viewpoint will take around 3 hours. Enjoy the stunning view of the monastery where Guru Padmasambava landed on the back of a tigress in the 8th century, and meditated for three months. The monastery was later built in this holy place in 1684. The fourth temporal ruler of Bhutan. Overnight Paro.
Day 3: Ta Dzong to Jele Dzong below camp. 10 Km. 3 -4 hours. Altitude: 3450m
Here we start early Druk Path Trek so that you can escape the scorching heat on the uphill where trees are less. The trail starts above the Ta Dzong (Museum). Today is a 3/4 hours trek. Starts gradually up hill, through mixed temperate forests and occasional farmhouses. By lunch time the trails goes through thick coniferous belt. Look out for wild animals & birds. By evening you reach the Jelela Pass 2600m from here, which the campsite is just hundred meters downhill. It is a great campsite with fairly wide meadow a place where yak herder camps here. When they migrated the herds.
Day 4. Jele Dzong to Tshokham. 10Km. 4- 5 hours. Altitude: 3780m
Today you are heading to Tshokham camp. It is 4/5 hours trek and campsite is at 3780 meters at the maximum. You are gaining around three hundred meters high. The trails starts 200 meters uphill to Jeli Dzong, which served as the rest house during the 2nd Kings time and now a monistic institute. The trail is mostly up and down with good views of Paro valley on your left side as you walk on the ridges. Forests that with high temperate and some alpine meadows.
Day 5: Tshokham to Jimi Langtso. 11 Km. 5 – 6 hours. Altitude: 3880m
Today we are heading to Jimi Langtso Lake, which is maximum 3880 meters high (the highest camp side on your trip), trek of 6/7 hours. Starts with 500 meters uphill through coniferous forests and barren hillsides dotted with rhododendron flowers if it in spring and beside this you will see lot of other flora and faunas. A great scenic walks. Lot of wild onions grows on this trail. After the first Pass it’s mostly up and down if someone is riding pony have to take extra cautious. Before you cross the last Pass you walk by a ridge. Which offers a great scenic view on clear days you can view Mt.Kanchenjunga and Bhutan’s Chomolhari; Jichu Drakey & Tsrim gang all on the left side (towards northwest). After the last Pass the Lake can be seen on your left side, so all downhill till campsite by the Lakeside.
Day 6: Jimilangtso to Simkota. 11 Km. 4 – 5 hours. Altitude: 4110m
The trail takes you through dwarf rhododendron trees and bypasses the lake of Janetso. You may come across some yak herder’s camp and get an idea how these people live. Trail winds and undulates with magnificent view of the Himalaya across deep valleys. Simkota tsho Lake (4110m) can be seen below after crossing one final spur. We continue our trek until we reach the yak pasture where we camp for tonight.
Day 7: Simkota to Phajoding Thimphu. 14 Km. 7-8 hours. Altitude: 3870m.
Today you will begin with a gradual climb to a small saddle at 4150m from where you enjoy majestic view of Mount Gangkar Puensum and other himalayan peaks on clear weather. You will then descend to another small lake and then climb to the Phume La pass (4210m) which is adorned with beautiful prayer flags.
From here, you will enjoy great view of Thimphu city far below. The trail slowly descends through junipers trees to a community hall near Phajoding (3870m)
Always carry a walking stick with you at Phajoding, as sometimes the Monastery dogs can be a menace. The walk down is through mixed temperate forests and takes Maximum 2 hours. Your car awaits you at the trek endpoint then a Tashi Delek & Farewell to your trekking crews.
Day 8: Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast, visit the National Memorial Chorten built in memory of late 3rd King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk in 1974, then proceed to Buddha Dordenma a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue after that visit 15th century Changangkha Temple, Takin (National Animal) sanctuary and view point of Thimphu city. On the way back visit the Zilukha Nunnery and Dechenphodrang monistic school.
Visit National library, Scholl of Arts and Crafts, Government Handicrafts Emporium and Traditional Handmade paper factory and Goldsmith & Silversmith unit. In evening visit the Tashi Chhodzong the capital parliament house and after explore the various handicrafts store in the town.
Day 9: Thimphu Paro
It is free time in morning and after lunch drives to Paro through winding road all the way down following the Wangchuk River and reaches to the confluence (Chu- Zom) it means the meeting of two rivers Wangchuk & Pa- Chu from Paro. This point is to check the vehicle pass by and immigrations. On the junction of this two river you will witness the three different kind of Chorten Tibetan, Bhutanese and Nepalese style. You will cross this bridge and turn to right towards Paro.
Day 10: Departure
In morning your guide will bid you a farewell journey at Paro Airport.
Included
1. A fifty percent discount shall be granted on the prevailing SDF of USD 200/ for US Dollar paying tourists visiting Bhutan, The above incentives will come into effect from 1 September 2023 and shall remain effective for four years till 31 August 2027. This sustainable development fee goes towards free education, free healthcare, poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure.
2. 2% Government Tax per Person per Night.
3. All Meals.
4. Daily Mineral Water.
5. English Language Speaking Guide.
6. Comfortable and Luxurious Imported Cars for Internal Transportation with Skilled Driver.
8. The Government set package rates is valid for accommodation on twin sharing basis.
9. A minimum of 3 star accommodation (4 & 5 star may require an additional premium).
Not Included
- Airfare international & Domestic.
- Travel Insurance, clients are required to obtain separate insurance from their home country, which cover cancellation, curtailment, and other potential expenses, emergency helicopter airlift coverage is recommended for high-altitude treks.
- Personal shopping.
- Alcohol.
- Laundry.
- Tips for Guide & Driver.
- There are many temples, museums, monasteries, and dzongs, so you can decide on the spot which ones you’d like to visit.
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