Druk Path Trek

10 Nights / 11 Days

One of the most popular treks in Bhutan – a 6-day journey connecting Paro to Thimphu through high-altitude alpine terrain. Pass pristine lakes, ancient dzongs, and dense forests with stunning mountain views.

Combined with cultural visits in Thimphu, Punakha and Paro. Trek duration: 6 days.

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One of the most popular treks in Bhutan – a 6-day journey connecting Paro to Thimphu through high-altitude alpine terrain. Pass pristine lakes, ancient dzongs, and dense forests with stunning mountain views.

Combined with cultural visits in Thimphu, Punakha and Paro. Trek duration: 6 days.

Day 01
Arrive in Paro
Paro · 2,300m

Welcome! Visit Paro Rinpung Dzong and National Museum. Overnight in Paro.

Day 02
Paro to Thimphu
Paro → Thimphu · 55km · 2,400m

Visit National Memorial Chorten, Buddha Point, Tashichho Dzong. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 03
Thimphu to Punakha
Thimphu → Punakha · 75km · ~3hrs · 1,300m

Dochula Pass (3,050m). Punakha Dzong. Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten. Overnight in Punakha.

Day 04
Punakha to Paro
Punakha → Paro · 125km · ~4hrs · 2,300m

Chimi Lhakhang. Prepare for trek. Overnight in Paro.

Day 05
⛰ Druk Path Trek – Day 1
Paro (Ta Dzong) → Jele Dzong · 5hrs

⛰ TREK DAY 1 — Start from National Museum. Ascend through blue pine and rhododendron forests to Jele Dzong (3,450m). Camp near the dzong.

Day 06
⛰ Druk Path Trek – Day 2
Jele Dzong → Jangchulakha · 5hrs

⛰ TREK DAY 2 — Trek along ridgeline with views of Mt. Jumolhari. Alpine meadows and dwarf rhododendrons. Camp at Jangchulakha (3,770m).

Day 07
⛰ Druk Path Trek – Day 3
Jangchulakha → Jimilangtso · 4hrs

⛰ TREK DAY 3 — Pass beautiful Lake Jimilangtso (3,870m). Trek through yak pastures. Camp near the lake.

Day 08
⛰ Druk Path Trek – Day 4
Jimilangtso → Simkotra Tsho · 4hrs

⛰ TREK DAY 4 — Trek to Simkotra Tsho lake, the largest on the route. Stunning reflections of surrounding peaks. Camp at 3,750m.

Day 09
⛰ Druk Path Trek – Day 5
Simkotra Tsho → Phajoding · 5hrs

⛰ TREK DAY 5 — Cross the highest point of the trek (4,210m). Descend to Phajoding monastery complex. Camp at 3,750m.

Day 10
⛰ Druk Path Trek – Day 6 / Farewell
Phajoding → Thimphu → Paro

⛰ TREK DAY 6 — Descend to Thimphu through forests. Drive to Paro. Visit Kyichu Lhakhang. Special dinner. Hot stone bath. Last night in Paro.

Day 11
Depart Paro
Paro Airport · Departure

Tashi Delek!

  • Bhutan visa fee
  • Hotels (camping on trek)
  • Three meals daily
  • Bottled water
  • SDF US$100/night/person
  • 5% GST
  • Museum fees
  • Private car driver
  • Licensed guide trek guide
  • Camping equipment pack horses
  • Gho or Kira dress
  • Bhutan SIM card
  • Walking sticks
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Airfares
  • Airport taxes
  • Excess baggage
  • Tips
  • Services not mentioned

Paro → Thimphu → Punakha → Paro → Druk Path Trek → Thimphu → Paro

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