Bhutan Tour with Four Days Druk Path Trek – 7 Days

  • Duration 7
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Starts at Paro International Airport
  • Ends at Paro International Airport
  • Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • Accommodation 3star Hotels
  • Max. Altitude 4,200 m
  • Activity Tour,Hike
  • Group Type friend & small family
  • Group Size 1-12
  • Best Season Autumn (Late September to November)
Highlights

For an unforgettable dining experience in Paro, nothing beats splitting your meals between cozy town eateries and rustic village farmhouses to truly experience Bhutan’s fiery, cheese-infused culinary culture. In the heart of Paro town, Sonam Trophel Restaurant is a legendary local favorite that serves exceptional, comforting bowls of Ema Datshi (chilis and cheese) and Kewa Datshi (potatoes and cheese) alongside mounds of nutty red rice. For a unique vibe, The Book Café offers a charming, literary-filled space where you can try Tomza—a traditional dish neatly steamed in banana leaves—while the first-floor Mountain Cafe serves up great espresso, buckwheat pancakes, and savory meat stews with panoramic windows overlooking the main street. However, the absolute highlight of eating in Paro is booking a meal at a multigenerational home like Tshering Farmhouse or Raven’s Farmhouse, where you can sit on polished wooden floors, drink warm, home-brewed Ara (rice wine), and eat organic dishes picked straight from the family gardens. Often paired with a traditional hot stone bath or a backyard archery lesson, these farmhouse dinners offer a deep, personal connection to Bhutanese hospitality that you simply cannot find anywhere else.

Bhutan Tour with Four Days Druk Path Trek – 7 Days Overview

Bhutan, famously known as the ‘Dragon Kingdom’, is the last remaining Vajrayana Buddhist Kingdom in the world. Moreover, Bhutan is also recognized by UNESCO as one of the most bio-diverse centers in the world. Therefore, in order to fully enjoy the Bhutanese grandeur, the Bhutan Tour with Four Days Druk Path Trek would be an ideal choice. The trip begins with sightseeing of RinpungDzong (fortress) and KichuLhakhang in Paro Valley followed by a hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery. From Paro, we trek to JeleDzong, Jangchulakha, Jimilangtsho, Langrithang and Tsaluna. We end our Bhutan Tour with Four Days Druk Path Trek by going back to Thimphu where we visit famous landmarks including the magnificent TashichhoDzong and King’s Memorial Chhorten.

Day to Day Itinerary
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As your flight nears Bhutan, you can enjoy amazing views of the Himalayas including the sacred Chomolhari and Jichu Drake peaks. At the airport, you will be greeted by a representative from Himalayan Glacier who will take you to your hotel in Thimphu for a good night’s sleep. However, if your flight arrives early and you want to visit a few places in Thimphu then it can be arranged too. Overnight in Thimphu.

In the morning, we visit Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972), nunnery temple, mini zoo to see Takin, the national animal of Bhutan. Today, we also visit other landmarks of Thimphu including the National Institute of Traditional Medicine, Bhutanese traditional painting school, folk heritage museum, the majestic TashichhoDzong and the traditional paper factory. However, some of the landmarks are closed in the weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). Therefore, if we are in Thimphu during the weekends, we explore the Weekend Market instead. Overnight in Thimphu.

After breakfast, we drive to Punakha via Dochu La Pass (3,100m), where on a clear day we get spectacular views of the Himalayas. Next, we drive downhill through rhododendron, fir and hemlock forests.  On the way, we visit ChimiLhakhang, a fertility temple dedicated to the Divine Madman or Lama DrukpaKuenley. After reaching Punakha, we also visit PunakhaDzong which was built between 1637-1638 and is the second oldest and the second largest dzong in Bhutan. Overnight in Punakha.

In the morning, we explore Wangduephodrang. The nearby villages are known for their slate and stone carvings. We then drive through dense oak and rhododendron forests to Gangtey, a beautiful village surrounded by amazing snow-capped mountains. From here, we enjoy views of the picturesque Black Mountain ranges as well as the beautiful Phobjikha valley, the winter habitat of the black-necked cranes. Gangtey Monastery is perched atop a small hill that rises from the valley floor. We explore Phobjikha villages before driving back to Punakha for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, we begin our drive to the Paro valley. In Paro, we visit RinpungDzong which means “fortress made from a heap of jewels.”We will also visit KichuLhakhang, the oldest temple in the country and DrugyalDzong, built in 1646 to commemorate Bhutan’s victory over Tibetan invaders during the 1600s. Overnight in Paro.

 

After breakfast, we hike for 4 to 5 hours to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery, which is Bhutan’s most famous monastery situated at 3,180 meters. Guru Rinpoche (spiritual master) is said to have flown on the back of a tigress to meditate in a cave where the Taktsang Monastery now stands. Lunch will be served in the Cafeteria Restaurant, located about halfway up the mountain. After having explored the monastery, we hike down to the valley floor. Overnight in Paro.

Today we bid farewell to the tiny Himalayan Kingdom and her friendly people. Druk Air generally departs in the early morning to avoid adverse weather conditions. Therefore, after breakfast, we will be taken to the airport in the morning for final departure.

Customize Trip
Cost Includes
  • Arrival in International Airport and Departure.
  • Hotel in Kathmandu
  • Entrance fee in National Park.
  • Climbing Peak Permit
  • Kathmandu to Lukla / Lukla to Kathmandu Flight
  • All camping Equipment, two men tents, Dining tent, Kitchen Tent and Mattresses during the Peak climbing.
  • Lodge and Camping Accommodation Breakfast, lunch, dinner in trekking and climbing period.
  • Climbing Sirdar, Sherpa, Cook, Kitchen staffs and porters.
  • Insurance for trekking & Climbing Staff.
  • Climbing equipments and Daily Salary for Staff.
  • Oxygen for Emergency Rescue.
  • Climbing Gears, Fix Rope, Main Rope, Snow Ball, Ice Crop, Rock Piton, High Tent, EPI Gas, EPI Head, Cooking Set etc.
Cost Excludes
  • Personal equipment for Climbing.
  • Personal travel Insurance.
  • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Emergency Rescue evacuation.
  • Personal expenses/Bar bills.
  • Tipping for Expeditions staff.
  • Alcoholic beverages and canned or bottled cold drinks.
  • Extra cost for air cargo, if more than 20 kgs.
  • Extra cost for bad weather or change flight with helicopter
Departure Dates
Useful Info

Planning a trip to Bhutan requires keeping a few unique, essential travel rules in mind to ensure a smooth journey. Every international tourist—excluding Indian nationals who pay a daily rate of 1,200 INR—must pay a mandatory Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of 100 USD per person, per night alongside a one-time 40 USD visa fee, both of which must be settled online in advance to secure your tourist e-Visa. It is critical to note that this SDF goes directly to state sustainability funds and does not cover your actual trip costs; you must budget separately for a registered tour operator, as independent travel is forbidden and you are required by law to have a licensed guide and private vehicle throughout your stay. For the 4-Day Druk Path Trek, you must also ensure your tour operator secures specific high-altitude trekking permits and that your travel insurance explicitly covers high-elevation hiking up to 4,300 meters. Finally, because space on the only two incoming airlines (Drukair and Bhutan Airlines) is highly restricted and flights into Paro International Airport operate strictly during clear daylight hours, booking your air tickets and tour at least three to six months in advance is vital to lock in your spots for the peak spring or autumn seasons.

Booking Price From:$2900USDP/P
We offer group price
   
1 pax $2900
2-5 pax $2800
6-9 pax $2700
10-12 pax $2600
Total Price USD$2900
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  • Yes. Bhutan recently implemented a 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on all commercial tourism services (including hotels, transport, and guide fees). While this doesn’t apply to the government’s $100 USD SDF or the $40 USD visa fee, your tour operator will include this 5% tax in the final cost of your customized package.

  • The trek is rated as moderately strenuous. While it is highly accessible and considered a fantastic gateway for beginner Himalayan hikers, it should not be underestimated. The daily walking distances are quite short (around 4 to 6 hours), but the mountain terrain can be rocky and uneven.

  • The highest point you will cross is the Phume La Pass at 4,210 meters (13,812 feet), and you will be camping at elevations above 3,500 meters. Because you are climbing into thin air where oxygen levels drop significantly, mild symptoms of altitude sickness (like a slight headache or shortness of breath) are common. To prevent this, your itinerary includes an essential acclimatization hike up to Tiger’s Nest ($3,120\text{ m}$) before the trek begins.

    • Day 1 is widely considered the hardest climbing day because you face a demanding, steep uphill ascent out of the Paro Valley, gaining over 1,000 meters of elevation in just a few hours before reaching Jele Dzong.

    • The Final Day is also physically taxing because it requires navigating a continuous, steep downward descent into Thimphu, which can place heavy pressure on your knees and joints.

  • There are absolutely no teahouses, lodges, or permanent guesthouses along the Druk Path. You will be wilderness camping in high-quality mountain tents. Your support team will set up a complete camp every afternoon—including individual sleeping tents, a central dining tent, a kitchen tent, and a private toilet tent.