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The Druk Path Trek is a classic Bhutan trek that follows an ancient, high-level trekking route from Paro to Thimpu in a nation that few have the opportunity to visit.
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The 10-day trek is the most popular in Bhutan because it passes through a beautiful natural landscape of blue pine
The Druk Path Trek is also a relatively easy hike to complete because the distances between rest stops are relatively
Amigo Treks and Expeditionβs 10 Days Durk Path Trek package starts with a flight to Paro and ends with departure
This trek also provides hikers with breathtaking views of Mt. Gangkar Puensum, the world's highest unclimbed peak. The best months
The 10-day trek is the most popular in Bhutan because it passes through a beautiful natural landscape of blue pine forests, high ridges, and pristine lakes while also providing the opportunity to visit some ancient lhakhangs, dzongs, and villages.
The Druk Path Trek is also a relatively easy hike to complete because the distances between rest stops are relatively short. The trail winds through fir, blue pine, and dwarf rhododendron forests at elevations ranging from 2400 to 4200 meters. Hikers will arrive at Jimiling Lake on the third day, whose crystal clear waters are home to massive trout.
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Upon arrival at the Paro Airport, your guide will meet you outside the terminal building and transfer you to the hotel booked for you in Paro. After short rest, we will visit Kichu Lakhang and National Museum, and later in the evening stroll around the city. Overnight in a hotel in Paro.
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After breakfast, we will hike to the Tiger's Nest. This journey will take around 4 hours. After the hike, we will have our lunch and visit the farmhouse. Overnight in a hotel in Paro.
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After breakfast in Paro, a short drive from the hotel will take us to the ancient Ta Dzong watchtower, which will be our trek start point. A gradual climb for about one and a half hours on a jeep track will take us to the prayer wall. The trail further is on a rocky path that climbs steeply through the forest. About an hour further, we will stop for lunch in a clearing. An hour-long walk from the clearing will take us to the Jele La (3,550m). We will hike past the pass to Jele Dzong, our campsite, which is located just below the pass and mostly in ruins. On clear days, the view of the Paro Valley looks stunning. Overnight in a tented camp.
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After breakfast, we will first explore Jele Dzong which dates back to the 14th century, before starting the day's hike. We will then continue up the ridge enjoying the view of the Paro Valley. If the weather is clear we can also enjoy the stunning distant view of Mt. Chomolhari (7,314m). The route climbs through a thick alpine forest and rhododendrons, inhibited by Monal and Blood Pheasants, to a saddle at 3,590m. Lunch will be provided in a forest clearing and we will continue to Jangchu Lakhang. Campsite for today will be at 3,780m near yak herders' camp. Overnight in a tented camp.
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Be prepared for a long and hardest walk of the trek. After breakfast, a steep ascent from the camp on a narrow trail for about an hour will bring us to the main trail. We will further continue up on a rocky trail that passes through the rhododendron bushes to a saddle that is marked with a prayer flag. From the saddle, a short descent will bring us to a cave, from where, following the ridge, we will steeply climb to Jangchu La (4,180m) which opens up to spectacular views of mountains including Chomolhari and Jichudrake, on a clear day. Enjoying the view, we will have our lunch and continue down on a steep rocky trail to the shore of Jimi Lang Tscho, famous for its trout. Overnight in a tented camp near the lake.
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After breakfast, following the rocky trail that passes through dwarf rhododendron trees, we will climb up from the camp to Janye Tscho Lake at 3,956m. Taking in the view, we will further climb higher to a saddle at 4,150m past the yak herder camps. It is a short climb along the side of the ridge and then a short, steep descent to camp at 4,040m which is near Simkota Tsho Lake (4090m), which is the lake situated at the highest altitude on this trail. Overnight Tented Camp
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After breakfast, the day begins with a gradual climb to a col at 4,180m after crossing the Phume La Pass at (4,120m), marked by prayer flags. On clear days the views of Mt. Gangkhar Puensum and other peaks are enchanting. We will then continue on a descending trail to Thujidrag Gompa, a meditation center perched on the side of a precipitous rock face. Continuing further through the juniper forest we will make our way to the campsite near Phajoding Gompa, which is a very important pilgrimage site here. Overnight in a tented camp.
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After breakfast, we will continue our trek. Leaving Phajoding, the hike today is all downhill, through the forest that is dominated by blue pine. We will hike down to Motithang, which is just above Thimpu, the capital of Bhutan, and from this point, we will drive to our hotel in Thimpu. If you are not tired, around the evening, we can explore Thimpu. Overnight in a hotel in Thimpu
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After breakfast in Thimpu, we will set out to explore the attractions in Thimpu which include Buddha Point Memorable Choden, Traditional School of Arts and Crafts, and Tashicho Dzong, and then drive to Paro for an overnight stay. Overnight in a hotel in Paro.
Day details
Breakfast at the hotel and we will transfer you to the airport as per your flight time.
Group pricing tiers
Per-person rates adjust automatically with your party size. Member discounts apply where available.
2-10 travelers
US$ 3,990
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