Private Tour
9 Days Druk-path Trek with Cultural sightseeing
Overview
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216 hours
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Whether it's enjoying a gentle country stroll, or the breath-taking landscape and the monumental fortresses, the living culture of the people in their traditional costumes or the enchanting folklore and history – Stay in high quality hotels and scenic valleys, visit the spectacular Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s nest). Trek to trek is the most popular trek in the country as it passes through a gorgeous natural landscape of blue pine forests, high ridges and pristine lakes while at the same time offering the opportunity to visit some ancient lhakhangs, dzongs and villages. Trek down to Thimphu and explore the capital city Thimphu.
This is a leisurely paced tour to make your experience the attractions in great detail rather than just skimming through attractions. This trip has very less driving times, with maximum exploration time to make the most of your holiday
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
All necessary permit fees
Services of Trekking crew etc.
Drinking mineral water
All meals and evening tea in 3-star hotels and restaurants only
All trekking equipment and haulage
Extra mattresses for trekking.
English-speaking tour leader and driver
New model SUVfor inland transfers
All 3-star accommodations
Monument entry fees worth US$ 200
All transfers
All personal expenses like laundry, telephone, tips, shopping expenses
Spa Charges
Travel and Medical insurance
Airfare
Daily Sustainable Development Fund/Tourism tax of USD 100 per day
Visa fee of US$ 40
What To Expect
Welcome to Bhutan
Accommodations
Overnight at Metta Resort/ Mandala Resort/ Gangtey Palace Resort
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro
The flight into Bhutan takes you close to the great Himalayas; offering dazzling scenic views of world’s highest glacial peaks.Whereyou’ll be greeted by Mt.Everest and Mt.Kanchenjunga, and our very own Mt.Jomo lhari and Mt. Jichu Drakey. Upon arrival meet our friendly professional guides who will help you settle into your comfortable car, and then proceed to Paro town. As you enter the Paro valley, you will pass through forested hills with the slivery Pa Chu (Paro river) meandering down the valley below the Paro Dzong (fortress). Check-in to your hotel. Stroll around Paro in the evening and have dinner.
Paro Sightseeing.
Accommodations
Overnight at Metta Resort/ Mandala Resort/ Gangtey Palace Resort
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro
In the morning visit the Paro Rinpung Dzong fortress overlooking the beautiful Paro river. Visit Kyichu Lhakhang – believed to be the oldest Buddhist temple in Bhutan built during the 8th century. Drive towards town and visit the Dungtse Lhakhang: The uniqueness of this temple lies in the fact that it is in the form of a chorten, one of the very few that exists in Bhutan. Alternatively, if you feel like a short easy hike, I recommend the Zuri Dzong hike that takes about 1 hour to reach Uma Paro Hotel from where you will be driven to town. Explore the town in the evening on foot, and visit handicrafts shops along the street to appreciate Bhutanese craftsmanship and Art works. Watch a game of archery match played in Bhutanese style over a range of 120m archery range, and filled with fun and frolic.
Excursion to Tiger's Nest
Accommodations
Overnight at Metta Resort/ Paro Riverfront Resort/ Golden Paddyfield Hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro
Experience Bhutan’s most valued attractions, and perhaps the biggest highlight for your trip! This hike will also help you to acclimatize to the altitude before you start your trek. An excursion to the famous Taktshang monastery, Tiger’s nest monastery is a two hours hike that rewards you with a spectacular temple clinging on a 1000 feet cliff. It is a great place to meditate as it provides a very solemn ambience. In the evening stroll around the Paro town.
First day of trek. Paro - Jangchulhakha (Distance 13 km, 7 hours, Appro 900m ascent, camp altitude 3900 m).
Accommodations
Overnight at Jangchulhakha Campsite
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro
Drive from the National Museum on a farmraod towards Jili Dzong fortress. The ride follows a gravel road past a few farms for about 30 minutes and then climbs up a steep ridge before leading through blue pine and fir forests to Damche Gom. Once you reach the ridge below Jili Dzong, you trek will start. Begin with a climb for about an hour and a half and then ascend gradually up. The trail takes you through thick alpine forest and dwarf rhododendron tress. You may see yaks and yak herders around your campsite. Your trekking crew will be at the campsite fully prepared for the evening.
Jangchulakha – Jimilang Tsho (Distance 11 km, 4 hours, 230m descent, 130m ascent, camp altitude – 4000 m).
Accommodations
Overnight at Jimilangtsho Campsite
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Paro
The trail follows the ridge and on a clear day the view of the mountains and valley are beautiful. The lake is known for its giant sized trout. The trek follows the ridge to a saddle at 4,040m, then drops a bit and follows the ridge back to Jangchu la pass (4,180m). Camp is near JimilangTsho (Sand Ox Lake) known for its giant size trout. Also there are good views of Mount. Jichu Drake (6,989m), the peak representing the protective deity of Paro valley.
Jimilang Tsho - Simkotra Tsho (Distance 11 km, 4 hours, 820m ascent, 400 m descent, camp altitude 4,110m).
Accommodations
Overnight at Simkotra Campsite
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Thimphu
The trail takes you through dwarf rhododendron trees and Janetso Lake. You may come across some yak herder’s camps where you will have the opportunity to get a glimpse of a nomad’s life. The campsite is close to Simkotra Tsho Lake..
Simkotra Tsho - Motithang (Distance 13 km, 6 hours, 130m ascent, Apprx 1600 m descent).
Accommodations
Overnight at Hotel Thimphu Tower/ Hotel Pedling/ Hotel Damisa
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Thimphu
The trek begins with a gradual climb. If weather permits, you will have a spectacular view of Mount Gangkar Puensum, the highest mountain in Bhutan and other Himalayan peaks. From this pass, the trek takes you downhill to Phajoding monastery. After passing Phajoding monastery, the trek to Thimphu (Mothitang) is all the way downhill through a forested area of mostly blue pine. The walk, at a leisurely pace, takes 6 hours to get to the road point where you will be picked up and taken to your hotel for a relaxing night. Visit Changangkha monastery on the way to your hotel to complete your trek. In the evening visit the Memorial Chorten Stupa. Dinner at the Babesa village restaurant to enjoy authentic Bhutanese cuisines. Overnight in select hotel.
Explore the capital city Thimphu and drive to Paro
Accommodations
Overnight at Metta Resort/ Mandala Resort/ Gangtey Palace Resort
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Thimphu
After breakfast, drive to visit Kuensel Phodrang where the gigantic 169ft statue of Buddha Dordenma. Enjoy a panoramic view of Thimphu city from there while taking a short scenic hike through the Park. Visit some of the treasures of the capital - Visit to the Folk Heritage-a three stored which provides glimpse of Bhutanese life style, and artifacts from the rural house holds. One can come across typical households objects, religious tools and equipment. the Royal Textile Museum and Academy. Visit the Bhutan Post Office to see our famous stamps and send postcards to your loved ones at home. In the evening visit the Crafts Bazaar, along the streets of Thimphu which sells and displays various handicrafts and textiles made entirely in Bhutan. Spend the evening exploring the capital city. Drive back to Paro.
Farewell.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Paro
After breakfast at your hotel, your driver will take you to the airport and fare you well on your onward journey.
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9 Days Druk-path Trek with Cultural sightseeing
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible relaxing trip to unknown country
robertmE5437OW,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a trip to unknown, country that most couldn't even find on the map. The team did a great job in showing us the beauty of their home. We were welcomed like most important guests, taken care during the whole stay by the driver an guide (big thank you Karma and Shacha). Our stay was planned in details but even though they were flexible to do changes on go. What we saw and what we learned about the culture of Bhutan will stay in us forever. Amazing experience thanks to Bhutan Travel Club.
Excellent trip from the idea to return
Getaway19270376393,
Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00BTC have been amazing in arranging our trip. They were first of all very quick in response which made me choose them amongst other operators, as I knew I don't want wait forever to hear back. They were very good in suggesting alternatives and adjusting itinerary to our needs. Then once on the ground we were met by fantastic guide and a driver, who looked after us from the moment we landed to waving good byes. Our guide Karma was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of informations with us. Our driver Shacha's save driving made us feel relaxed along windy roads. They were always professional but at the same time very friendly which made us feel comfortable and simply enjoy our time in Bhutan. They all made it an amazing experience we will never forget! Highly recommend!
Go to go, most remorable trip
Anton Wgtn,
Feb 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Best way to describe Bhutan, and the BTC Team ? Wow. From the start of the contact with BTC, all the way through to getting on our plane, the communications were excellent and we had confidence all was well organised. We (two adults) had an 11 day tour booked, Bijay was our guide and Mr Chitem our driver. We had chose a private tour, the perfect holiday. We saw many other groups in minivans, and felt privileged to have such a specialised tour organised for us. We travelled from Paro through to Central Bhutan. We were so well looked after, it was just unbelievable. One day we were treking along a path, and after coming around the corner, there was Mr Chitem, sitting there waiting for us on the side of a hill with a picnic and hot coffee. We ended up with so many photos, but one of my favorites, the selfie of us with our guide and driver, they really made that trip special. I cannot thank the team enough, Thank You Pelden, Bijay and Mr Chitem, what a Team.
A Must Do Tour
Natasha S,
Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From start to finish our trip with Bhutan Travel Club was amazing. Our guide SP and our driver were knowledgeable, professional, but better yet they were everyday people. Friendly, generous and funny. The country and the culture are breathtaking and astounding. We want to go back. I so respect the way of life in Bhutan. Bhutan is a must. The only thing we would have done differently is stayed longer. Thank you😄🩷
MAGIC JOURNEY
RAUL8000,
Jan 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We traveled three couples and since arriving at the airport in Paro everything was great. Guide Bjay and driver Suba were our hosts all along and the chemistry with them was magical. Places, temples and mountains left us open every moment. Although the visa is expensive, I understand that they do it to maintain a different and non-globalized country. I'll repeat with them for sure.
Convivir Buthan
187fatimap,
Dec 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. Thanks to BTC we live the real Butan. Already, the country captivates you but experiences like living in the house of some relatives and ending up singing and dancing together, is priceless. Places where we were alone, infecting the environment and lifestyle of the locals. The stay at the Happines farm where we feel the closeness of her owner. Hikes at the leisurely pace of this country. Mixing with their customs... in short we live intensely those 9 days. Our driver, very prudent and professional. Friendly, very familiar and with a sense of humor, all this made the car journeys wonderful. And our guide, I have no words to describe you; super professional, knowledgeable about many stories/fables/anecdotes of your country. Helpful, attentive to everything, charismatic, prankster, good talker even good singer ... made us enjoy every moment of the trip. Without a doubt, this trip without the two of them would have been different. Without a doubt, the best choice to meet Butan hand in hand with Buthan Traveller Club
Amankora
K4248NNmarial,
Nov 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful trip to Bhutan and got everything planned and booked for us by Bhutan Travel Club. We did the Amankora, and stayed at the Aman hotels in Paro, Thimpu and Punakha. Our guide was excellent and the nature spectacular. One of our best trips ever! Can warmly recommend Bhutan travel club!
Above and beyond service
Milkeyes38,
Mar 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pelden and his team went above and beyond to make our trip extra special. Our guide and driver spent 9 days with us and they planned a picnic for us on my husband’s birthday. It was such a lovely and thoughtful surprise! My now husband proposed in Bhutan with the help of our guide Leki. I can’t recommend BTC enough. You’ll be in good hands. Thank you BTC!
Beautiful, peaceful and green.
robinpC253LF,
Dec 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fabulous trip made easy by Bhutan Travel Club. The tour guides knowledge of the culture and the history of the country and the places visited helped give a greater understanding of the values held by the Bhutanese, a happy smiling people.
Unforgettable memories
Road309227,
Nov 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It has been a wonderful trip. The professionalism of the people of "Bhutan travel club" has made us able to delve into the magic of this country in a natural and deep way. We will have unforgettable memories. Our biggest thanks to Pelden and Bijay.
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