Tour Overview
Druk Trek Path is a great trekking option for amateur hikers. The trek starts from Paro valley and ends in Thimphu city. It is a four to six-day trek with a shorter distance between campsites. The trekking route itself follows an ancient mule track that connects Thimphu and Paro districts.
You'll come across many pristine highland lakes, scenic landscapes, and views of snowcapped mountains including the highest mountain in Bhutan, Mount Gangkar Puensum. Depending on the season of travel, you'll pass by highlander communities and their herd of yaks.
Druk Path Trek Information
Maximum Elevation: 4200 meters
Difficulty: Moderate
Start: National Museum, Paro
Finish: Motithang, Thimphu
Tour Highlights
Day 1
Arrive in Paro
Your guide and driver will meet you at the airport.
After a quick stop at your hotel and lunch, you'll spend the day exploring Paro valley.
Places and attractions:
Paro Paro Rinpung Dzong National Museum Paro Ta Dzong
Accommodation options:
Le Meridien Paro Riverfront Haven Resort Tashi Namgay Resort
Day 2
Hike to Paro Taktsang
An avid hiker will find this experience deeply rewarding. Bask in the scent of pine trees as you climb the trail in and out of the woods. Let your imagination run wild as your guide narrates the Buddhist mythology surrounding this place to keep you company on your hike.
When you get to the top, let the cold mountain air, the waterfall cascading down the cliff, and the ambiance of a secluded monastery inspire a spiritual experience for you.
Places and attractions:
Paro Tigers Nest Hike
Accommodation options:
Tashi Namgay Resort Le Meridien Paro Riverfront Haven Resort
Day 3
Paro - Jele Dzong
You'll begin the trek from Paro to Jele Dzong at 3480 metres. It will be a five hour hike. As you climb up, you may be able to see Mount Jomolhari.
Places and attractions:
Paro
Day 4
Jele Dzong – Jangchulakha
The 4-hour hike to Jangchulakha passes through dense alpine forests. The campsite will be at an altitude of 3770 meters.
Places and attractions:
Paro
Day 5
Jangchulakha – Jimilangtso
It will be a 6-hour hike to Jimilangtso (Lake). The campsite for the night is near the lake at an altitude of 3200 meters.
Places and attractions:
Paro
Day 6
Jimilangtso – Labana
It will be a 7 hour hike to Labana. You'll come across highlanders' campsite and pass by few more mountain lakes.
Places and attractions:
Thimphu
Day 7
Simkota – Phajoding
En route to Phajoding, if the weather permits, trekkers will be able to see Bhutan’s highest mountain, Gangkhar Puensum. Phajoding is a Buddhist monastery which dates back to the 13th century. The campsite is near the monastery. Trekkers will finally have Thimphu city view from their campsite.
Places and attractions:
Thimphu
Day 8
Labana - Thimphu
The final leg will be a 6-hour hike to Thimphu. If the weather permits, you'll able to see Bhutan’s highest mountain, Mount Gangkhar Puensum. En route, you'll pass through a 13th-century Phajoding monastery.
You will be driven to your hotel for a well-earned hot shower and a good night's sleep.
Places and attractions:
Thimphu
Day 9
Explore Thimphu
You'll spend the day exploring the capital Thimphu city.
Places and attractions:
Thimphu Buddha Dordenma Motithang Takin Preserve Centenary Farmers Market National Institute for Zorig Chusum Tashichhodzong Memorial Chorten
Accommodation options:
Le Meridien City Hotel Hotel Bhutan
Day 10
End of Trip
Drive to Paro Airport
Places and attractions:
Paro