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Group size
Min 1+
Level
Moderate
Transportation
<div>All ground transportation and flight as per itinerary.<br></div>
Best Season
Oct - Nov, Mar - May
Starts at / Ends at
Paro / Paro
Accomodation
3*** Hotel in Bhutan and Hotel/Lodge during the trip.
Meals
Breakfast in Bhutan and all meals during the trip.
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Highlights

Overview

Druk Path trekking trip in Bhutan

Druk path trek is the most popular short trek in Bhutan which goes through high altitude and is moderately strenuous. The trek starts from Thimphu and ends in Paro, passing through some beautiful high Altitude lakes about 3800m. Druk Path trek is not only a trek in the land of Dragon but also a cultural experience in Bhutan as it involves couple of day tours.

Important Note

Trip Itinerary

Transfer to airport and fly to Paro and transfer to the hotel. After lunch, visit Drukgyel Dzong, the fort of the victorious Drukpas and Ta Dzong, originally the Watch Tower for the Rinpung Dzong. Overnight at hotel.

Drive to the foot of the Taktsang cliff before walking uphill for 2 hours to reach this Taksang monastery ‘Tiger’s Nest’ as legend has it that Guru Padmasambhava flew to this spot on the back of a tigress in the eight century. After lunch, visit the Kyichu Lhakhang and Paro Dzong. Overnight at hotel.

The trail is gradual uphill climb till the camp and weather permitting; a glorious view of Paro Valley with the backdrop of snowcapped mountains can be seen. Over night at tent.

The trail begins with about an hour and half’s climb through thick alpine forest and dwarf rhododendron tress. As it is a forest camp you may see yaks and herders around your campsite. Over night at tent.

The trail goes along the ridge with beautiful vistas of mountains and valleys on clear days. The campsite is close to the Lake Jimilangtso . These lakes are known for their giant sized trout and if lucky you may enjoy a well-prepared trout for dinner.

The trail takes you through dwarf rhododendron trees and the lake of Janetso . You may come across some yak herder’s camps where you will get a glimpse of the life of a nomad. The campsite is close to Simkota Lake and if you are lucky, you can enjoy trout fishing. Over night at tent.

The trek begins with a gradual climb with a spectacular view of Mount “Gangkhar Punsum”, the highest mountain in Bhutan as well other Himalayan mountain ranges from the Dochula pass. Descend from here to Phajoding. Over night at tent.

The trail is downhill all the way to Thimphu , looping through thick blue pine forests. The walk, at a leisurely pace, takes about three hours. Back to hotel for a hot shower and a delicious lunch. Over night at hotel.

After breakfast, visit the memorial temple, the folk heritage museum, textile museum and the Zilukha Nunnery. Drive up to the highest viewpoint overlooking Thimphu valley and while returning, the Takin research center. Overnight at hotel.

Early breakfast and transfer to Paro airport for further destination flight and farewell.

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Includes

  • Trek cost: USD 2450 (1-3 person) and USD 2385 (4-12 person
  • Single supplements charge: USD 180
  • Note: One person half of the tour cost for 12-14 person and group leader free of tour cost above 15 person.
  • Royalty fee
  • accommodation
  • all meals
  • sightseeing tours by private coaches
  • service of experienced and English speaking guide
  • all transportation within Bhutan
  • entrance fee to the monuments, permits, during trekking-all camping/kitchen gears
  • ponies or yaks for transportation of gears
  • trekking guide and cook etc.

Doesn't Include

  • Bhutan visa fee USD 40, TDF USD 10
  • airfares USD 485 round trip ( Ktm sector )
  • expense of personal nature travel insurance
  • drinks
  • cigarettes
  • laundry
  • telephone call and tipping etc.

Trip Info

Introduction and trip briefing:
On our all tours, we give a short brief about the trip on the same day of your arrival and introduce your tour guide. At the mean time, we provide an opportunity for individuals to ask questions if any about the trip.

Guide and other staffs:
Our guides are English speaking, well experienced and knowledgeable holding license from the government. Guides and other staffs are well trained about eco tourism, social/culture/traditions responsibilities, and sincerely dedicated on their duty. Actually the tour guide play an invaluable role in ensuring that our clients have the best opportunity to experience, learn about, and enjoy their trip presenting them whenever you need any help.

Accommodation:
We use comfortable 2/3 star category resorts and hotels in city and two men tents while trekking in mountain.

Transportation:
Our local agent in Bhutan has own fleet of luxury Japanese/Korean and Indian car, van and buses. All major places of interest are connected by paved roads so travelling will be smooth and pleasant.

Trek itinerary:
Given tour itinerary is fixed as the route permit is taken while applying visa of the planned tour itinerary. In the special case there will be possibility to extend or shorten the tour so please discuss this with your tour guide and express your wishes.

Food and drinks:
As a full board package tour; freshly cooked and higenic meals are provided. The favorite Bhutanese dishes being Ema Dasti- a cheese and chilly dish. All Bhutanese dishes use an abundance of chilly so do order according to your palette strength. You will also have Indian and Chinese cuisine too. Likewise hot and soft drinks are also provided

Photography:
Bhutan is the picturesque country for the Photograph so bring a good camera with extra batteries memory as what you need may not be available in Bhutan. It is polite to ask people if you may take their picture. Ask your guide when it is permissible to take pictures in religious and public buildings.

Risk and Liability:
Holiday Mountain Treks is not responsible for any loss, injury, or damage sustained by tourists. Additional expenses caused by weather-related delays, original itinerary change, and political actions must be borne by the traveler.

Tipping and Gifts:
You will find no beggars in Bhutan. Please do not hand out candy or trinkets to children. Small gifts to people you stay with and tips for your guide and driver are appropriate.

Travel Insurance:
Normally city tours no need any emergency evacuation insurance but we encourage people to purchase travel insurance that covers baggage and travel delays as well as helicopter evacuation for medical emergencies.
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Druk path trek is the most popular short trek in Bhutan which goes through high altitude and is moderately strenuous.

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