Druk Path Trek Tour

Package Overview

FIT surcharges - US$30 per night per person if number of pax is 2 and US$ 40 per night if number of pax is 1
Single room supplement (except one pax): For, peak season = US$ 30/ per single room per night and for, other season = US$25/ per single room per night
Single tent supplement US$ 25 per tent per night
Use of Sleeping bag US$ 10 per night per person
Air Fare for both Drukair and International flight
Travel Insurance
Laundry bill, phone bill, bar bill and other bills of personal nature
Tipping
Extra expenses due to the unavoidable circumstance beyond our control

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Paro

  Flight to Paro will offer you great views of Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari, Tsrim gang and Jichu Drake. The moment you step out of the plane you will see the difference. Bhutan welcomes you with cool, clean fresh air.
  On landing at Paro, you will be met by our representative. After Customs and immigrations formalities, you will be escorted to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

• Day 2 : Paro

  After breakfast, drive northwest up the valley to Drukgyel Dzong, built in 1646 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate his victory over the Tibetan invaders. On the way visit one of the typical village houses clustered near the dzong. Then visit Kyichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in the country.
  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 to visit Paro Dzong with its traditional cantilever bridge over the Pa-chu (Paro River). Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

  • Hotspots : National Museum

• Day 3 : Paro - Jele Dzong, 8km, 3 hours

  Today is a short trekking day. The journey starts with a short climb up to Jele Dzong. The trek is rather gradual up till a fortress in ruins (3,400 m). Campsite for the day is reached after crossing the 3,400m Jele la pass, arriving at Jele Dzong which is mostly in ruins. Overnight camp.

• Day 4 : Jele Dzong - Jangchulakha, 10km, 3-4 hours

  Today's trek begins with a one and a half hour climb and then ascend more gradually upwards. The route climbs through thick alpine forests and rhododendrons to a saddle at 3,590m. Stunning views of Mount. Chomolhari(7,314m) and the surrounding mountains can be seen from the trail. The beautiful Monal pheasant can also be seen during the day. Campsite at 3,780m near yak herder's camp.

• Day 5 : Jangchulakha - Jimilangtsho, 11km, 4 hours

  The trail climbs steeply to the Jangchulakha (4180m). On a clear day the views of the mountains and valleys are sensational. Descending from the pass you arrive at your camp beside the Jimilangtsho lakes. These lakes are famous for their giant sized trouts. Also there are great views of 6,989m Jichu Drake, the peak representing the protective deity of Paro and Gangkar Puensum (7497m), Bhutan's highest mountain. Overnight camp. Altitude 3870m.

• Day 6 : Jimilangtsho - Simkota, 11km, 4 hours

  The trail takes you through dwarf rhododendron trees and passes by the lake of Janetsho. Today you may come across some yak herders’ camps and get an idea of how these people live. We camp overnight close to Simkota Lake, and if you are lucky you can catch a lake trout for your dinner.

• Day 7 : Simkota - Phajoding, 10km, 4 hours

  You begin with a gradual climb till 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. Overnight at cafeteria or camp, depending on weather conditions.

• Day 8 : Phajoding - Thimphu, 5km, 3 hours

  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.

• Day 9 : Excursion to Punakha/Wangduephodrang

  After breakfast, full day excursion to the Punakha and Wangdue valleys. The drive from Thimphu crosses Dochu-la pass (3,088m) from which there are the most enchanting mountain views. In Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong situated at the junction of the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers. Built in the 17th century by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, this dzong has played important role in Bhutan’s history. Then drive to Wangduephodrang, to visit 17th century Wangduephodrang Dzong and the local market.
  In the evening drive back to Thimphu. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

• Day 10 : Thimphu - Paro

  Todays full day sightseeing in Thimphu, includes visit to the following, as time permits: National Memorial Chorten - a stupa built in memory of His Late Majesty the Third King and as a monument to world peace; Tashichhodzong - the impressive fortress/monastery housing some ministries, His Majesty’s secretariat, and the central monk body; Handicrafts Emporium; National Library; Institute for Zorig Chusum, where students learn the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan; National Institute of Traditional Medicine (outside only) - the rich herbal medicines made up from plants abundant in the kingdom are dispensed here, and traditional medicine practitioners trained.
  In the evening drive to Paro. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

• Day 11 : Depart Paro

  After early breakfast in the hotel, drive to the airport for flight to onward destination. Our representative will bid you farewell.

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Exclusions

• FIT surcharges - US$30 per night per person if number of pax is 2 and US$ 40 per night if number of pax is 1
• Single room supplement (except one pax): For, peak season = US$ 30/ per single room per night and for, other season = US$25/ per single room per night
• Single tent supplement US$ 25 per tent per night
• Use of Sleeping bag US$ 10 per night per person
• Air Fare for both Drukair and International flight
• Travel Insurance
• Laundry bill, phone bill, bar bill and other bills of personal nature
• Tipping
• Extra expenses due to the unavoidable circumstance beyond our control

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Cost

High Season- March, April, May, September, October and November
Low Season- June, July, August, December, January and February

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Package Start From

• Paro, Bhutan, Asia

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Terms & Conditions

Other Terms & Conditions :
The above tariff covers the following land costs for a Standard Package:
Standard Hotel (3 star hotel) twin sharing accommodation; camping on treks
Full Board - All meals at local restaurants/standard hotels/on treks (buffet system)
Evening tea/ coffee with snacks
All Internal Transport / Transfers
Camping Equipment, Ponies & Assistants for treks
services of Licensed English Speaking Guide
Sightseeing
Entrances fees to museums, monuments and cultural sites
All internal taxes and charges
Government royalty (US$65 per night per person)
Mineral water in car while traveling as complementary

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