15 Days Bhutan Yoga Tour with Druk Path Trek

Highlights: Arrive in Paro and visit Buddha Dordenma, the National Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma, and Tashichho Dzong in Thimphu.

Welcome to Bhutan, the land of the “Thunder Dragon”.

Upon arrival at Paro International Airport, you will meet your local travel guide and driver at the airport’s Arriving Hall.

Then, you will be transferred to Thimphu (2,350m), the capital city of Bhutan. Covering a total distance of around 54 kilometers, it will take you about 1 hour to get to Thimphu from Paro (2,250m).

After arriving in Thimphu, your guide will assist you in checking into the hotel.

Later, you will head to visit Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park. Here you can see the 169-foot bronze statue of Buddha Dordenma, Vajra Throne Buddha, one of the largest Buddha statues in the world.

Next, you will visit the National Memorial Chorten, which was built in memory of King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, the third King of Bhutan, in 1974.

Then, you can explore Tashichho Dzong, the eminent fortress, where the national government and central monastic body are located. In addition, here sits the summer residence of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot of Bhutan.

After the sightseeing, you will have yoga practice from 6 pm to 7 pm, trained by the yoga expert in Thimphu.

Stay overnight in Thimphu.

Thimphu National Memorial Chorten

Highlights: Explore Thimphu’s cultural wonders like the National Textile Museum and the Traditional Paper Making Factory, etc.

After breakfast, you will first head to the National Textile Museum, which keeps the traditional art of weaving preserved and exhibits a good collection of ancient colored textiles in various forms.

After lunch, you will visit the National Institute of Traditional Medicine to see the production process of Bhutan’s traditional medicine, mostly herbs, and watch the medical practitioner training.

Next, you will visit the Traditional Paper Making Factory, which traces its origins to an ancient tradition since the 8th century. Bhutan paper-making has been well preserved and listed as a valuable national heritage of Bhutanese culture.

At the end of today's visit, you can practice yoga before having dinner.

Stay overnight in Thimphu.

National Textile Museum

Highlights: Cross Dochula Pass and visit Chimi Lhakhang and Punakha Dzong.

In the morning, you will take a drive from Thimphu to Punakha (1,242m). The distance from Thimphu to Punakha is 71 kilometers, and it takes around 3 hours to complete. On the way, you will have an excellent opportunity to appreciate the panoramic view of the Himalayan Ranges in Bhutan and take photos of the impressive collection of 108 chortens at Dochula Pass (3,140m).

Then, you will visit Chimi Lhakhang, also known as Chime Monastery. Standing on a small hillock close to the village of Lobesa, it is a beautiful Buddhist monastery that was built in the 14th Drukpa hierarchy, Ngawang Choegyel.

After that, you will head to visit the Punakha Dzong. Standing by the riverside of Pho Chu and Mo Chu, Punakha Dzong is one of the most impressive buildings and one of the top favorite attractions in Bhutan. Moreover, the rectangular-shaped fortress is also an honoraable treasury that preserves numerous Buddhist relics and historical legacies.

Stay overnight in Punakha.

Punakha Dzong

Highlights: Visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten and Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang.

In the early morning, you will first practice yoga to refresh your body.

Then, you will visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, built by the Queen Mother of the 5th King to bring peace and harmony for all living beings. It sits on a ridge above Punakha Valley, where you will have a fascinating view of the countryside below. You will enjoy a 2-hour round-trip walk through rice fields to visit the chorten.

In the afternoon, after a 2-hour drive from Punakha Valley, you will arrive at Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang, which includes a two-story temple and a nunnery complex. The complex houses a permanent higher learning and meditation center for nuns, where skills such as tailoring, embroidery, statue making, and thangka painting are also taught.

Stay overnight in Punakha.

Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Lhakhang

Highlights: Visit the village of Changkha in Gaselo and Wangduephodrang Dzong.

Start your day with a peaceful morning yoga session, surrounded by Bhutan’s tranquil natural scenery—an ideal way to awaken both body and mind.

After breakfast, drive to Changkha Village in the Gaselo region, a quiet and authentic rural area in Wangdue District. Here, you will visit local farmhouses and experience traditional Bhutanese village life. Interact with local families, observe their daily routines, and gain a deeper understanding of Bhutan’s close connection between community, nature, and spirituality.

In the afternoon, return toward Wangdue and stop at the impressive Wangduephodrang Dzong, dramatically set on a ridge overlooking the confluence of the Punakha Chhu and Dang Chhu rivers. Originally built in 1638 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, this historic fortress-monastery plays an important role in Bhutanese history and administration. After being damaged by fire in 2012, it has been carefully restored, offering visitors a chance to appreciate both its cultural significance and architectural beauty.

After the visit, continue to your hotel in Wangdue.

Overnight in Wangdue.

Visit Wangduephodrang Dzong

Highlight: Drive back to Paro and visit Simtokha Dzong, Ta Dzong, Paro Rinpung Dzong, and Drukgyel Dzong in Paro.

In the morning, you will have a yoga session before back to Paro.

Then, you will have a full day sightseeing in Paro Valley.

First, you will explore the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong in the north of Paro Valley. It was built in 1647 by the great Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the father and unifier of medieval Bhutan. Although it was destroyed by an accidental fire, its remains stand as a powerful reminder of Bhutan’s historic victories.

Then, you will l visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest and most beautiful temples built by the Tibetan King Songsten Gampo in the 7th century.

In the evening, you can choose to either stay in your hotel or stroll round the downtown and pay a visit to some local handicraft stores.

Stay overnight in Paro.

Ta Dzong Museum in Paro

Highlights: Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery to enjoy spectacular views from it and visit Kyichu Lhakhang in Paro.

After breakfast, you will start your hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery (also known as Taktsang Monastery). Perched on the side of a cliff 900 meters above the Paro Valley, Taktsang Monastery is one of the most famous monasteries in Bhutan. The principal monastery of the present monastic complex dates from 1692. Taktsang was damaged severely by fire in 1998 but has now been fully restored to its former glory. The hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery is about 3 km one way and takes around 5 to 6 hours for the round trip.

After exploring the monastery, you will begin your return tour to Paro.

The rest of the day is free for you to explore the town, or you can do some yoga practice at the hotel to relax your body.

Stay overnight in Paro.

Tiger’s Nest Monastery

Today’s Trek: 7 km | 4–5 hrs | Camp: 3,480 m

After breakfast, begin your adventure on the Druk Path Trek, one of Bhutan’s most scenic short treks.

The first day is the most challenging, with a steady ascent of over 1,200 meters from Paro Valley to Jele Dzong (3,580m). It takes around 4–5 hours (approximately 7 km), though timing may vary depending on your pace and acclimatization.

Starting from the area near Ta Dzong, you will follow a gentle trail along an old farm road, passing through local farmland for about 30 minutes.

From here, the trail climbs more steeply along a ridge through beautiful forests of fir, blue pine, and rhododendron. As you gain elevation, enjoy occasional views back over Paro Valley.

Upon reaching the ridge, you will catch your first glimpse of Jele Dzong, perched on the mountain above.

After a short descent, continue to your campsite located just below the monastery.

Stay overnight at Jele Dzong campsite.

Today’s Trek: 10 km | 4–5 hrs | Camp: 3,760 m

Today’s trek follows a scenic ridge through dense forests of rhododendron and pine.

After breakfast, you will begin with a steady climb of about 300 meters to reach the ridge above the campsite. Once on the ridge, the trail becomes more gradual and enjoyable, offering a more relaxed pace compared to the previous day. Along the way, you may enjoy views of surrounding valleys and, on clear days, distant Himalayan peaks.

Then, as you continue along the trail, you may enjoy open views of the surrounding valleys and distant Himalayan peaks on clear days.

After that, the path leads you into wide alpine meadows, arriving at Jangchhu Lhakha, a traditional yak grazing area.

Stay overnight at Jangchhu Lhakha campsite.

Today’s Trek: 11 km | 4 hrs | Camp: 3,870 m

In the morning, you will leave the open meadows of Jangchhu Lhakha behind and gradually enter a landscape of pine and rhododendron forests, where the trail winds gently through the mountains.

As the day unfolds, the path follows a high ridge, with occasional rocky sections and expansive views across the surrounding peaks. The air grows quieter, and the sense of remoteness becomes more noticeable with every step.

By the afternoon, the scenery opens into a tranquil highland basin, where the striking blue waters of Jimilang Tsho come into view. Set at 3,870 meters, this sacred alpine lake is known for its large trout and deep spiritual significance as a meditation site. Its name, meaning “Sand Ox Lake,” comes from a local legend of a mythical bull.

Finally, you will arrive at the lakeside campsite. You can take in the stillness of the water and the vast mountain surroundings.

Stay overnight at Jimilang Tsho campsite.

Today’s Trek: 11 km | 4 hrs | Camp: 4,080 m

After an early breakfast, you will begin the day walking through low alpine vegetation and dwarf rhododendron, gradually heading deeper into the highlands.

The trail soon rises over a ridge before descending gently to Janye Tsho (3,960 m), the first of several serene lakes scattered across this remote region. Surrounded by open landscapes, these lakes, along with nearby Dungtsho Tsho and Dungtsho Sama, create a peaceful and almost untouched atmosphere.

Continuing onward, the path climbs steadily through wide alpine meadows dotted with grazing yaks and simple herders’ huts, offering a glimpse into life in these high mountain pastures. Reaching a small ridge at around 4,200 meters, you are rewarded with sweeping views before descending once more.

By the afternoon, you arrive at Simkotra Tsho (4,080 m), a quiet high-altitude lake nestled among the mountains, which is an ideal place to rest and take in the stillness of the landscape.

With a relatively moderate trekking time today, you’ll have ample opportunity to explore the lakes and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Stay overnight at Simkotra Tsho campsite.

Today’s Trek: 10 km | 3–4 hrs | Camp: 3,820 m

Setting out from Simkotra Tsho, the trail begins with a gradual climb to a ridge at around 4,200 meters. From here, you follow a series of rolling ridgelines, with gentle ups and downs guiding you across the high mountain landscape.

Along the way, on clear days, you may be rewarded with distant views of Mount Gangkar Puensum (7,570 m), the highest unclimbed peak in the world and Bhutan’s most sacred mountain.

Then, you will cross the final pass at around 4,100 meters and follow the train, which begins its descent toward Phajoding, as the landscape slowly shifts from open highlands to more sheltered slopes.

By early afternoon, you arrive near Phajoding Monastery (3,820 m), a peaceful spiritual site overlooking the Thimphu Valley. With a shorter trekking day, you’ll have time to explore the monastery and enjoy the calm atmosphere before settling in for the evening.

Stay overnight at Phajoding campsite.

Today’s Trek: 4–5 km | 3 hrs | Trek Ends

After your final night in the mountains, begin the descent from Phajoding, leaving the quiet monastery and highland landscapes behind.

The trail winds gently downhill through forests of blue pine, with the air growing warmer as you lose altitude. Compared to previous days, today’s walk is relaxed and unhurried, which is an easy final stretch to conclude your journey.

As you approach the outskirts of Thimphu, the scenery gradually shifts, marking your return to everyday life after days in the remote Himalayas. The trek ends near Motithang (2,520 m), where your vehicle will be waiting.

Then, you will take a drive into Thimphu town and transfer to your hotel.

Stay overnight in Thimphu.

Highlights: Drive back to Paro and visit Bhutan National Museum and Paro Rinpung Dzong.

Start your day with a relaxing morning yoga session at the hotel before driving back to Paro (approx. 1–1.5 hours).

After arriving at Paro, you will visit Bhutan National Museum (Ta Dzong). Housed in a former watchtower, the museum features a rich collection of Bhutanese art, artifacts, and cultural treasures, offering a deeper insight into the country’s history and traditions.

Next, you will head to explore Paro Rinpung Dzong (also named as Paro Dzong), one of Bhutan’s most impressive fortress-monasteries. Once built to defend the valley from invasions, it now serves as both a monastic center and an administrative hub. The dzong’s grand architecture and peaceful courtyard make it a highlight of Paro.

After the visits, transfer to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening in Paro.

Stay overnight in Paro.

Visit Paro Rinpung Dzong

After breakfast, your guide will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Paro International Airport for your next destination.

The tour service end.