Druk Path Trek - Paro to Thimphu 7 Days

The most popular short trek in Bhutan: five days walking through blue pine forest, alpine lakes, and yak pastures between the Paro and Thimphu valleys, with a maximum altitude of 4,235 m at Labana La.

About this trip

The Druk Path is the trek we recommend to first-time Himalayan trekkers. The route covers about 54 km over five trekking days, crossing several ridges between Paro and Thimphu while staying above the tree line for two nights at alpine lakes (Jimilang Tsho is stocked with golden brown trout). The trail is well-defined, the camps are comfortable, and we build two acclimatization nights at low altitude before climbing. Maximum altitude is 4,235 m at Labana La pass. Best between mid-March and mid-May or late September through November; absolutely avoid monsoon and deep winter. Pony or yak support included.

Highlights

→Five days trekking between Paro and Thimphu
→Alpine lakes: Jimilang Tsho and Simkota Tsho
→Maximum altitude 4,235 m at Labana La pass
→Camp at Jele Dzong (3,480 m), a working monastery
→Phajoding Monastery (3,750 m) on the descent to Thimphu
→Two acclimatization nights below 3,000 m before the climb

Day by day

Included

✓Licensed English-speaking Bhutanese guide
✓All accommodation (twin-share, tier as noted per day)
✓All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✓Private transport with experienced driver
✓All monument and museum entry fees
✓Bhutan visa processing
✓Bottled drinking water during transit
✓Trekking permits and Jigme Dorji National Park fees
✓Pony or yak support for gear
✓Camp crew (cook, helpers) and full camping equipment
✓All trail meals

Not included

✗International flights to/from Paro
✗Sustainable Development Fee (USD 100/person/night, paid separately)
✗5% GST on tour cost (from Jan 1, 2026)
✗Travel insurance
✗Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
✗Personal trekking gear (boots, sleeping bag liner, layers)