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Expedition Name(s) APEX BHUTAN EXPEDITI...     Group Size: 42
Alternative Name(s): APEX BHUTAN EXPEDITION WITH ... Read more     Activity Type: Hiking
Mountain name: Gangkhar Puensum; Chomolhari Kang     Activity Level: Moderate/ Challenging
Mountain Range: Himalaya     Price: $ 2200
Route Name: Druk Path     Duration: 8 days
Country: Bhutan     Dates: 12 November 2019 - 20 November 2019

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Druk Path Trek is one of the finest short treks in Bhutan. Leading through an ancient trading route, over high mountain passes, it connects the valleys of Paro and Thimpu. The trail passes th... Read more

Report by Truly Bhutan 4 years ago

Bhutan Tours & Luxury Exclusive use the best trekking and outdoor equipment in the country. Imported brand–name four-season tents or expedition tents are used for our treks. Thermal with small foam mattress, blow pillows and hot water bags are provided. We also own and bring Portable Altitude Chambers or GAMOW bags for high...
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  • 1
    Day 01
  • 2 030 m / 6 660 ft
  • 2 300 m / 7 546 ft

The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular mountain flights in the world, with a constantly changing panorama of some of the highest mountains on earth. Our Bhutan Travel Bureau representative will meet you at Paro airport. After lunch enjoys afternoon sightseeing around Paro, including a visit to the National Museum, Ta Dzong. This museum houses many religious relics, works of art and handicrafts offering a great orientation into Bhutan’s historical and cultural past. Next, visit the Rimpong Dzong to see the painting of the great saint Milarepa, considered as the master of meditation by the Bhutanese and believed to have attained enlightenment in a lifetime. Dzong’s are large monasteries and district administrative centers, which were once strategic forts. Afterward, walk to the beautiful cantilever wooden bridge still in use. & Overnight stay at Paro in (3 stars,4 stars & 5star Hotel/Resort)

  • 2
    Day 02
  • 2 970 m / 9 744 ft
  • 900 m / 2 953 ft

The trail is broad and the walk of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours uphill takes you high above the Paro valley. The view of Taktsang Monastery built on a sheer cliff face 900 meters above the valley floor is a spectacular sight. The great Guru Rimpoche is said to have flown here on the back of a tigress when he brought the teachings of the Buddhist Dharma to Bhutan in the 8th Century. Nearby there is a teahouse where you can stop for lunch. In the afternoon drive to the ruins of the 17th Century Drukgyel Dzong, a historic monument built by the Shabdrung to commemorate his victory against invading Tibetans in 1644. In fine weather, the towering peak of the sacred Mount Jomolhari (7314m) appears as a stunning backdrop. On the return drive to Paro, visit 7th Century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples constructed by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. Kyichu is built in a manner similar to the Jokhang in Lhasa. & Overnight stay at Paro in (3 stars,4 stars & 5star Hotel/Resort)

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Created: Truly Bhutan

Last update: 25 Sep 2019

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