9-Days Bhutan Drukpath Trek

2 Night Paro│5 Nights Drukpath Trek Paro │ 1 Night Thimphu

Day 01	Arrival at Paro ~ Thimphu 扺達帕羅 ~ 廷布

Start your journey with a breathtaking flight over the great peaks of the high Himalayas right into the Dragon Kingdom's airport among the clouds at Paro (2,134m).

Transfer to hotel.
Discover artefacts dating back to 4000 BC at the National Museum, Ta Dzong.
Explore a masterpiece of architecture, Rinpung Dzong popular known as Fortress on a heap of Jewels.
Rest of the day rest at leisure.
Dinner at hotel.
Overnight at Paro.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Dewachen Resort (3*) or similar

Day 02	Start Drukpath Trek ~ Paro ~ Jele Dzong

Early breakfast and drive towards the National Museum of Bhutan, above Paro from where you will start your trek.
We will walk from the Museum heading up hill through apple orchards, smallholdings of Damchena village and pine forests.
Visit Jele Dzong (3,490m), perched on a whaleback ridge which is mostly in ruins and there is a Lhakhang with the statue of Buddha Sakyamuni.
The trek trail is a gradual climb to the camp and if the weather is clear, the Paro valley can be seen with snowcapped mountains beyond and mount Jomolhari (7,314m) is breathtaking.
Overnight camp at 3,480m

Distance 10km / Duration 4-5 hours / 1,003m ascent / 10m descent / Camp altitude 3,480m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Day 03	Jele Dzong ~ Jangchulakha

Breakfast at the camp and begin with gradually ascent and then descend below the ridgeline to walk through the trail of thick alpine forests and rhododendrons.
You may see yak herders in the area.
Capture the fascinating views of Mt. Jhomolhari and other snow capped mountains and you can also hear some monal peasants during the day.
We continue our up hill walk to reach a yak herders’ pasture at Jangchulakha (3,780m) with outstanding views of the Himalayan range.
We camp for overnight in a yak pasture near the hillside.

Distance 10km / Duration 4 hours / 300m Ascent / Camp Altitude 3,780m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04	Jangchulakha ~ Jimilangtsho Lake

After breakfast, follow the trail along the ridge and at times through juniper trees and dwarf rhoddendrons.
Sensational views of the mountain valleys of Thimphu and Paro.
After making an ascent and then a steep descent, we arrive at Jimilangtsho Lake (3,880m) famous for their giant sized trouts.
Great views of Mt. Jichu Drake, 6,989m, the peak representing the protective deity of Paro.
Overnight camp close to Jimilangtsho Lake.

Distance 11km / Duration 4-5 hours / 400m Ascent / 300m Descent / Camp Altitude 3,880m

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 05	Jimilangtsho ~ Simkota via Janetsho Lake

The trail takes you through dwarf rhododendron trees and bypasses the lake of Janetsho.
You may come across some yak herder’s camp and get an idea how these people live.
Trail winds and undulates with magnificent view of the Himalaya across deep valleys.
Simkotatsho Lake (4,110m) can be seen below after crossing one final spur.
We continue our trek until we reach the yak pasture where we camp for overnight.

Distance 11km / Duration 04 hours / 270m Ascent / Camp Altitude 4,110m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 06	Simkota ~ Thimphu City via Phajodhing ~ End of Trek

Today after breakfast you will begin with a gradual climb to a small saddle at 4,150m from where you enjoy majestic view of Mount Gangkar Puensum and other Himalayan peaks on clear weather.
Descent to another small lake and then climb to the Phume La Pass (4,210m) which is adorned with beautiful prayer flags and enjoy great view of Thimphu city far below.
The trail slowly descends through junipers trees to a community hall near Phajodhing (3,870m)
Walk way down hill to Thimphu through a forests of blue pine and juniper until you arrive the road head of Sangaygang on the outskirts of Thimphu Valley.
Hotel check in and relax.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Peaceful Resorts (3*) or similar
Distance 14km / Duration 07 hours / 100m Ascent

Day 07	Thimphu Valley

Breakfast at hotel and visit more exciting sites in Thimphu today.
Cherish the fascinating panoramic view of Thimphu City from Buddha Dordenma, one of the biggest sitting Statue of Buddha in the world.
Observe the fascinating odd looking animal Takin, Bhutan’s National Animal.
Join yourself with elderly people circumambulating the National Memorial Chorten, one of the most visible religious structures in Thimphu.
Lunch at Simply Bhutan Restaurant.
Take a chance to witness the ancient methods of making Bhutanese Traditional Paper at Jungshi Paper Factory.
Visit Tashi Chhoe Dzong known as the “Fortress of the Glorious Religion”, the fortress houses the throne room and office of his majesty the King of Bhutan.
Leisure in Thimphu City.
Dinner at hotel.
Overnight at Thimphu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Peaceful Resort (3*) or similar

Day 08	Paro ~ HIke to Tiger's Nest

Early breakfast at hotel and drive to Paro, Tiger’s Nest Base / Parking Lot.
Hike to the most pilgrimage site in Bhutan, Taktsang Monastery or Tiger’s Nest is the most stunning and popular landmark in the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Lunch at Taktsang Cafeteria.
Leisure in Paro Town.
Dinner at Local Farm House
Overnight at Paro.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Dewachen Resort (3*) or similar

Day 09	Departure from Paro 離開帕羅

Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Paro International Airport and return home.

Meal: Breakfast only

Have a nice holidays!

Remarks :
Every effort will be made to adhere to the planned itinerary. However, due to weather conditions and reasons beyond our control, changes to the itinerary might occur, for which the company accepts no responsibility.

What is included and not included:

04 nights accommodation at standard hotels (3 stars) in Bhutan (4 & 5 stars accommodation subject to an additional premium),
04 nights overnight accommodation in camp,
all touring and transportation by land within Bhutan by private car and professional driver,
overland transport in Bhutan as per programme,
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) at local restaurants in Bhutan (but not beverages),
Private guided sightseeing in Bhutan as per programme,
service of local English speaking guide,
entrance fees for sightseeing,
Mineral bottled water,
supply of pack and riding ponies when and where needed,
Government tourism loyalty and local taxes,
Bhutan visa fees,
0.15% TIC Levy.

any air ticket from Hong Kong to Bangkok (or any travel hub); Please feel free to contact our Travel Specialist for air ticket arrangment.
any air ticket to/from Paro,
any airport taxes & fuel surcharge,
any passport fees,
any airport transportation in Bangkok,
any hotel stay in Bangkok during connection for Paro,
any table drink/beverages during meals,
drinks/beverages during sightseeing and drives,
any cost of accommodation upgrade in Bhutan,
any single supplement for hotel room stay,
personal expenses eg laundry, telephone call charges, internet charge, bar & beverages,
Travel insurance of any kind (highly recommended to get one prior leaving home),
any optional tipping and gratuities,
any service not mentioned on the itinerary.

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