Tour Overview
The Druk Path is Bhutan’s signature trek — six walking days crossing the ridge that separates the Thimphu and Paro valleys, past rhododendron forests, high yak pastures and a chain of sacred lakes where trout rise to the surface at dusk.
Moderate in difficulty and rich in scenery, it is the ideal first multi-day trek in the Himalaya.
Tour Highlights
- Phajoding monastery and the lakes above Thimphu
- Camp at Jigme Tsho and Jimilang Tsho lakes
- Rhododendron forests in spring bloom
- Views of Gangkhar Puensum, the world’s highest unclimbed peak
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Paro · Transfer to Thimphu
Welcome and drive to Thimphu; afternoon acclimatisation walk and trek briefing with the crew.
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Day 2
Trek Begins · Phajoding
Climb steadily to Phajoding monastery (3,600 m) and camp among the meditation huts above the capital.
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Day 3
Phajoding · Jigme Tsho
Cross the first ridge passes and camp beside the sacred Jigme Tsho lake, with golden trout and distant snow views.
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Day 4
Jimilang Tsho Lakes
Traverse past Jimilang Tsho and Simkotra Tsho lakes on the highest day of the trek (max 4,150 m).
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Day 5
Descend to Paro Valley
Long descent through blue pine forest to the road head above Paro; transfer to hotel for a hot shower and celebration dinner.
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Day 6
Tiger’s Nest Hike
Optional morning hike to Paro Taktsang — the perfect way to close a trekking week.
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Day 7
Departure
Transfer to Paro airport for your onward flight.