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    Druk Path Trek with three days Cultural Tour in Bhutan – 10 Days

    Trip Itinerary

    Appreciate the fascinating Bhutanese culture and trek in one of Bhutan’s finest short treks, the Druk Path

    Bhutanese landscape is characterized by rugged terrain and steep mountain valleys from subtropical plains in the south, through a temperate zone to the Sub-alpine Himalayas exceeding 7000 meters in the north. On ‘Druk Path Trek with three Days Cultural Tour in Bhuan’ we get to experience the rich Bhutanese culture and trek in one of Bhutan’s finest short treks, The Druk Path. The tour begins in Paro with visits to its landmarks like Rinpung Dzong, Kichu Lhakhang temple and Ta Dzong. Next, we hike to the famous Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery for acclimatization and to enjoy Bhutan’s finest landmark. Our hiking journey truly begins the next day for three days where we get to soak in amazing views of the Himalayas including Mt. Gangkar Puensum (7,497m).Bhutan’s highest mountain,cross the Dochula pass and enjoy the lush green forests. On our trip we also visit Memorial Chhorten, Punakha dzong, Chimi Lhakhang temple and Druk Wangyal Monastery. Our Druk Path Trek with three Days Cultural Tour in Bhutan ends where it started, in Paro.

    £4,560

    £456 Per Day

    Available

    Overview

    Arrival City

    Paro, Bhutan

    Departure City

    Paro, Bhutan

    Lodging Level

    Hotel (Kichu Resort)

    Meals

    10 breakfast, 9 lunch, 9 dinner

    Trip Grade

    Easy+Light

    Maximum Altitude

    4,110m/13,485ft

    Activity

    Trekking and Hiking, Cultural and Historical Tours, Multiple Activities

    Styles

    Active Adventures, Family Holiday

    Outline Itinerary

    Itinerary Maximum Altitude Walking/Hiking
    Day 01 Arrival and sightseeing in Paro 2,250m/7,382ft -
    Day 02 Acclimatization hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery 3,180m/10,434ft 4-5 hrs
    Day 03 Trek begins: Paro to Jele Dzong 3,480m/11,418ft 1 hour
    Day 04 Jele Dzong to Jangchulakha 3,770m/12,369ft 3-4 hrs
    Day 05 Jangchulakha to Jimilangtsho 3,880m/12,730ft 4 hrs
    Day 06 Jimilangtsho to Simkota 4,110m/13,485ft 4 hrs
    Day 07 Simkota to Phajoding to Thimphu : Trek Ends 3,650m/11,976ft 5 hrs
    Day 08 Thimphu to Punakha 1,250m/4,101ft -
    Day 09 Punakha to Paro, Hike to Chimi Lhakhang 2,250m/7,382ft 20 min
    Day 10 Final Departure - -
    • Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
    • Local Guide & Support Staffs
    • All Private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers
    • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
    • Bhutan Visa
    • Small-Group Adventure
    • Guaranteed Departures
    • Lifetime Deposit
    • No Booking Fee
    For Your Information, International flights aren’t included.  Rooms are usually shared by two people unless you request a private room. Also, you can upgrade to better hotels in the mountain and even in the cities. For your customized services, please specify during the booking process or contact our Destination & Products Specialist.

    A variety of meals are available in most hotels the most popular being Indian, Chinese, and the more common continental food. Non-vegetarian dishes are generally available in most parts of Bhutan – pork, beef, chicken, and fish. The best advice is to ask the hotel and restaurant to recommend what is fresh and in season. For the actual trekking days, our company will send wide assortment of food. We will be provided 3 meals a day breakfast, hot picnic lunch on the way, and dinner at the campsites with evening tea and snacks. VI Glacier’s trekking cooks are well trained and can whip up delicious meals at any altitude. If any special dietary needs are required, then it is advised to let the company know about them prior to the trip.

    Hotels in Bhutan are approved and classified by the government as grade A, B and C. These government approved hotels are equivalent to 3-4 star hotels elsewhere. We will be accommodated in A grade hotels in Paro and Thimphu and B grade hotels in Punkha. We use Hotel Tashi Namgay Resort or similar  in Paro, Hotel Namgay Heritage or similar  in Thimpu, Kichu Resort or similar  in Punakha and camping (tent) during trekking. All accommodations are on a twin-shared basis. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost USD 520.

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