Bhutan Trekking - The Druk Path

Company : G Adventures
Duration: 1 week to 2 weeks
Approx Costs: 2000 to 2500 £ Pound (UK)

Where else but the happiest country in the world could you trek among the Himalayas, smiling the whole time at the sheer beauty of the temples and landscapes around you?

This active tour will get you out and about to visit some of the most gorgeous temples and monasteries in this part of the world. Trek sacred mountain passes of the celebrated Druk Path, ascend to the profound Taktshang Monastary (Tiger's Nest), and explore the unique beauty of the city of Paro. Bhutan is the only place in the world just waiting for you to walk all over its happiness. (Warning, it's contagious here.)

Itinerary

Day 1 Paro
Arrive at any time, arrival transfer included. Take an orientation walk of Paro town before dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 2 Paro
Enjoy a day of sightseeing in the Paro valley and gain a deeper understanding of the country's history.

Day 3 Paro
Hike to the stunning Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest).

Day 4 Paro/Jele Dzong
Visit the Ta Dzong National Museum, before beginning the hike along the Druk Path to Jele Dzong.

Day 5 Jele Dzong/Jangchulakha
Continue hiking from Jele Dzong to Jangchulakha. Admire the spectacular mountain scenery and flowering rhododendron bushes around the trail.

Day 6 Jangchulakha/Jimilangtsho
Continue the hike through the mountains, heading for the lake at Jimelangtsho.

Day 7 Jimilangtsho/Simkotra
Trek along the Druk Path route to Simkotra Lake.

Day 8 Simkotra/Phajoding
Climb up to Phume La, where there is an opportunity for impressive views across the towering Himalaya peaks.

Day 9 Phajoding/Thimphu
Leaving Phajoding, trek down to Thimphu where the trek ends.

Day 10 Thimphu/Paro
Spend the day exploring the sights of Thimpu, including the Institute of Traditional Medicine Services and Folk Heritage Museum.

Day 11 Paro
Depart at any time.