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14 days - Cultural highlights of Bhutan, combined with a splendid short trek - Lovely campsites - Stunning mountain views - Spring and autumn departures include visits to one of the kingdom's extravagant festivals
One of the finest short treks in Bhutan, the Druk Path leads from Paro to Thimpu, following the traditional high route between these towns. After an exploration of the Paro Valley, our first day's walk leads to the ruined Jeli Dzong which sits on a high ridge and commands breathtaking views across to Chomolhari. During the next 4 days of trekking, we climb above the tree-line and cross several passes, including the Phume La (4210m.). En route, we camp beside clear mountain lakes, visit a number of yak herders' encampments and enjoy splendid panoramas of the peaks on the Bhutan / Tibet border, including Jitchu Drake and Gangkar Puensum. Arriving at Thimpu, we have time for sightseeing at the impressive Tasichoedzong and also for an excursion to the important dzongs at Punakha and Wangdi. Easy trekking, through a pristine landscape, with a chance to experience the unique culture of Bhutan.
Duration: 8 nights hotels & lodges, 4 nights camping, 5 days EASY trekking, max. altitude - 4210m. All meals included
Brief Trip Outline & Notes (itinerary will vary slightly depending on trip selected)
Day 1. Depart UK
Day 2. Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to Vaishali Hotel in Thamel. (Land only clients join at Hotel).
Day 3. Morning free in Kathmandu. Fly to Paro, Bhutan. 7300 feet.
Day 4. In Paro. Sightseeing.
Day 5. Trek to Jeli Dzong (11320 feet).
Day 6. Trek to Jangchu Lakha (11500 feet).
Day 7. Trek to Jimilangtso (12765 feet).
Day 8. Trek to Phajoding Gompa (12750 feet).
Day 9. Trek to Thimphu. Taktsang Hotel.
Day 10. Drive to Punakha. Return to Wangdi. Local Lodge.
Day 11. Drive to Paro.
Day 12. Full day at the Paro Festival.
Day 13. At the Paro Festival.
Day 14. Morning flight to Kathmandu. Day rooms at the Vaishali Hotel. Depart Kathmandu. (Land only clients depart)
Day 15. Arrive UK
