Druk Path Trek |
Tour Code : TIB /HWT
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The Druk Path
leads from Paro to Thimphu, following the
traditional high route between these towns.
After an exploration of the Paro Valley, the
first day's walk takes travels up to the ruined
Jele Dzong which sits on a high ridge and
commands breath-taking views all the way across
to Chomolhari. During the next 4 days of superb
trekking, the trail winds its way above the tree
line and across several passes, including the
Phume La (4210m). En route, camps are set up
beside clear mountain lakes while interacting
with a number of yak herders’ encampments and
provide splendid views of the peaks on the
Bhutan/Tibet border including Jinchu Drake and
Gongkar Puensum. Once in Thimphu, you can take
pleasure in a full program of sightseeing at the
impressive Tashichoedzong, the traditional
summer capital of Bhutan and a colorful Sunday
Market. An excursion to the important Dzong at
Punakha and Wangdi completes this unbeatable
2-week taste of Bhutan. Spend a few days on a
relaxing cultural tour of western Bhutan, and
then lace up your boots for a six-day trek into
the pristine wilderness. Take a rest by the
sparkling Simtoka Lake, and, on a clear day,
enjoy good views of snow-capped mountains. |
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Program
Itinerary in Details |
Days 01 :
Arrival Paro by Druk Air
Fly into Paro. If you are flying in from Kathmandu
or Delhi, the flight over the Himalayas is one of
the most spectacular experiences one will ever
experience. You will fly past Mt. Everest,
Kanchenjunga and the entire Himalayan range visible
on the left side. On landing at Paro you will be met
by our representative. After Customs and
Immigrations formalities, you will be escorted to
the hotel. Over night at hotel |
Days 02 :
Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast drive through the valley straight
north to see the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong, a victory
fortress of the 17th century against the Tibetan
army intruders . On the way back stop at the
Takshang (tiger’s nest) view point, visit a farm
house. After lunch visit Ta-Dzong (National Museum)
which is considered to be the one of the best
natural and historical museum and walk down hill for
a view of Paro Dzong with its traditional cantilever
bridge over the Pa-chu (Paro River).Evening at
leisure in the local market and town. Overnight
hotel |
Days 03 :
Paro - Jele Dzong
Start of Trek Day 1 : Distance 10 Kms and walking
time 4-5 hours. Starting at Dopshare (2300m) and
camp at Jele Dzong(3450m). The trek trail is rather
gradual climb till the camp and if the weather is
clear the Paro valley can be seen with the Mt.
Jumolhari(7314m) and snowcapped mountains behind the
valley. |
Days 04 :
Jele Dzong - Jangchulakha
Trek Day 2: Distance 10 Kms and walking time 3-4
hrs.Starting at Jele Dzong(3450mtrs) and camp at
Jangulakha (3780mtrs). The trail takes you through
thick alpine forest and rhododendrons trees and most
of the walking is up and down on a ridge.Mt.
Jumolhari is also visable today.You may see Yak
herders around your camp site. |
Days 05 :
Jangchulakha - Jimilangtso
Trek Day 3 : Distance 11 Kms and walking time 4-5
hrs.Starting at Jangchulakha (3780mtrs) and camp at
Jimilangtsho(3880mtrs). The trail follows the ridge
and on clear day the views of the mountains and
valley are beautiful, in particular the Jichu
Drake(6989m) Camp is close to lake of Jimilangtso.
These lakes are known for their giant sized trout’s. |
Days 06 :
Jimilangtso - Simkota
Trek Day 4 : Distance 11 Kms and walking time 4-5
hrs.Starting at Jimilangtsho (3880m) and camp at
Simkota (4040m) The trail takes you through dwarf
Rhododendrons trees and then you pass by the lake of
Janye Tsho. Today you may come across some Yak
herders camp and you can really have a look as
to how these people live. Camp is close to Simkota
lake. |
Days 07 :
Simkota - Phajoding
Trek Day 5 : Distance 10 Kms and walking time 3-4
hrs. Starting at Simkota (4040m) and camp at
Phajoding (3870m). You begin with a gradual climb
upto Phume la (4210m) the highest elevation for this
trek. If the weather permits you will have beautiful
views of Mt. Gangkhar Punsum(7541m) the highest
mountain in Bhutan and other Himalayan peaks. Below
, you can see the entire Thimphu valley. |
Days 08 :
Phojoding - Thimphu
Trek Day 6 – End of Trek : Distance 4-5 Kms and
walking time 3 hrs. Starting at Phajoding(3870m) and
end of trek at Thimphu (2300m) The trek to Thimphu
is all the way down hill through a forested area of
mostly Blue pine. By taking leisurely pace you can
reach Thimphu in about 3 hours for a nice hot shower
and lunch. evening at leisure. Overnight at Hotel. |
Days 09 :
Thimphu Sightseeing
A full day of Sightseeing of Thimphu valley with a
visit to Handicraft emporium, Zilukha Nunnery,
National Library, Painting School and Dechen
Phodrang Monastic School. After lunch visit Memorial
Chorten which was built in the memory of the late
King and if time permits visit Simtokha Dzong – the
first Dzong built in Bhutan by Shabdrung Ngawang
Namgyal in 1629. If this day falls on a Saturday or
Sunday a visit to the Weekend Market is a must.
Overnight at Hotel. |
Days 10 :
Thimphu -Paro
Morning at leisure or Souvenir Shopping. After lunch
drive to Paro. Overnight at Hotel. |
Days 11 :
Departure |
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