The Four day trek is the most popular trek in the country as it passes through a gorgeous natural landscape of blue pine forests, high ridges and pristine lakes while at the same time offering the opportunity to visit some ancient lhakhangs, dzongs and villages.
The Druk Path Trek is also a fairly easy hike to undertake as the distances between rest camps is fairly short. The trail takes you through forests of fir, blue pine and dwarf rhododendrons at altitudes ranging between 2400-4200 m. On the third day hikers will arrive at Jimiling Lake, whose crystal clear waters are home to gigantic trout.
This trek also offers hikers stunning views of Mt. Gangkar Puensum, the highest unscaled peak in the world. The best times to embark on the Druk Path Trek are between March-June or September-November.
Outline of the itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Bhutan (Tashi Namgay Resort or similar)
Day 02: Hike to Tiger Nest (Tashi Namgay Resort or similar)
Day 03: Paro Damchena – Jangchulakha (Camping)
Day 04: Jangchulakha –Jimilangtsho (Camping)
Day 05: Jimilangtsho – Simkota (Camping)
Day 06: Simkota – Thimphu (Hotel Tara Phendyling or similar)
Day 07: Thimphu- Punakha (Zhingkham Resort or similar)
Day 08: Punakha – Paro (Tashi Namgay Resort or similar)
Day 09: Departure
The minimum daily package covers the following services.
• A minimum of 3 star accommodation (4 & 5 star require an additional premium)
• All meals (but not beverages)
• Visa Fee
• A licensed Bhutanese English Speaking tour guide for the extent of your stay
• All internal transport (SUV/Mini bus) as per itinerary
• entrance fees where applicable.
• Fees for the museums & monuments
• Special Permits for Temples/Fortresses
• Bottled water is complimentary in the car/coach.
• Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours
• USD 65 government Sustainable Development Fee (This Royalty is allocated to free education, free healthcare, and poverty alleviation, along with the building the infrastructure within Bhutan)
• On the day of departure, we shall be limited to providing breakfast, airport drop only and any extra requirements shall be payable on usage basis.
• Drinks & Beverages Excess baggage
•Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone calls, shopping etc.
• Travel Insurance
• Tips & Gratuities for guide & Driver
• Accommodations in upscale properties
• Flights: your flight costs are itemized separately.
• Travel & health insurance: we strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive travel insurance to cover medical expenses, baggage loss, and trip cancellation. (Recommended: Mandatory)
• All extra expenses incurred due to forces of nature or unforeseen events.
