The druk path trek is a short trek, relatively easy from
Paro to Thimphu or the other way round (Thimpu to Paro).
In clear weather, views of the Himalayas are breathtaking.
The Druk Path (trek) goes as high as 13,000 ft past fresh
water lakes abundant with fish (trout). Flowering rhododendron
and high altitude wild flowers make this a colourful trail
in the spring.
Best Season:
March-May & September-November
Start of Trek: Above National Museum (Paro)
End of Trek: Motithang (Thimphu)
Duration: 9 Nights / 10 Days
Trek: 4 Nights / 5 Days
Group condition: Minimum 2 persons required
to operate this trek.
Trek availability: Private treks for minimum
2 persons on request.
I T I N E R A R Y
Day 01: Arrive Paro from Bangkok, Kathmandu
or Delhi (by Druk Air). Hotel. (L, D)
Day 02: Paro. Hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 03: Paro. Hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 04: Paro - Jele Dzong (3350 m/10,998
ft). Start of Druk Path Trek. Camp. (B,
L, D)
Day 05: Jele Dzong - Jangchulakha (3700 m/12,136
ft). Camp. (B, L, D)
Day 06: Jangchulakha - Jimilangtso (3800
m/12,464 ft). Camp. (B, L, D)
Day 07: Jimilangtso - Phajoding (3250 m/10,660
ft). Camp. (B, L, D)
Day 08: Phajoding – Thimphu. End of Druk
Path Trek. Hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 09: Thimphu - Paro. Hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Paro - Airport for Departure flight.
End of Bhutan Tour/Trek. (B)
Meals: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D=
Dinner.
Note:
The above itinerary is a sample, intended to give you a
general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors
such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of
the participants,etc., may dictate itinerary changes either
before departure or while on the trail. We reserve the right
to change this schedule in the interest of the trip participants'
safety, comfort and general well being.
Recommendations: This trek is a relatively
difficult requiring good physical fitness. Few weeks training
is advised and a physical fitness check-up is a must.
TOUR
INCLUDES:
• Hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis; however, single
supplement is available upon request with extra surcharge
as applicable.
• Meals , B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner and evening
tea with biscuits.
• Transport within Bhutan.
• Trekking equipment like sleeping tents, dining tents,
kitchen tents, toilet tents, mattresses, etc,.
• Services of experienced licensed English speaking guides.
• Trekking cooks and trek assistant.
• Supply of pack and riding ponies.
• Bhutan Visa fees.
• Museum fees.
• Royalty and taxes.
TOUR COST EXCLUDES:
EXTRAS - as applicable:
• Departure Tax where applicable.
• Air fare.
• Travel insurance.
• Rescue operations by helicopter.
• Excess baggage charges.
• Mineral water, soft drinks and any alcoholic beverages,
cigarettes, laundry, telephone calls, tips and any personal
expenses.
• Nepal Visa (if entering Bhutan through Nepal).
• Any services in Kathmandu/Nepal (hotels, transport, etc.).
• Any cost arising from political disturbances, strikes,
cancellation of flights, deviation in program, delays due
to landslides/ road blockage, or otherwise.
(All relevant Terms & Conditions apply)
