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Bhutan Trekking - The Druk Path
11 days, Paro to Paro
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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.)
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Trip Code: ADDP
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Travel Style: Active
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Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 4 - Demanding
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 15, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Paro
Arrive at any time, arrival transfer included. Take an orientation walk of Paro town before dinner at a local restaurant.
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DinnerDay 2Paro
Enjoy a day of sightseeing in the Paro valley and gain a deeper understanding of the country's history.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Paro
Hike to the stunning Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest).
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Paro/Jele Dzong
Visit the Ta Dzong National Museum, before beginning the hike along the Druk Path to Jele Dzong.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Jele Dzong/Jangchulakha
Continue hiking from Jele Dzong to Jangchulakha. Admire the spectacular mountain scenery and flowering rhododendron bushes around the trail.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Jangchulakha/Jimilangtsho
Continue the hike through the mountains, heading for the lake at Jimelangtsho.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Jimilangtsho/Simkotra
Trek along the Druk Path route to Simkotra Lake.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Simkotra/Phajoding
Climb up to Phume La, where there is an opportunity for impressive views across the towering Himalaya peaks.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Phajoding/Thimphu
Leaving Phajoding, trek down to Thimphu where the trek ends.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 10Thimphu/Paro
Spend the day exploring the sights of Thimpu, including the Institute of Traditional Medicine Services and Folk Heritage Museum.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Paro
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Wellness Moment: Institute of Traditional Medicine Services, Thimphu
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Paro orientation tour
- Taktsang Monastery visit and hike
- Druk Path hiking with camping (6 days)
- Folk Heritage Museum visit
Accommodations
Hotel (5nts), camping (5nts).
Meals
10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
Transportation
Private vehicle, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
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