Gasa Hot Spring Trek - 9 Days
9 Days
Hotel and Resort
CA
There is no better way to feel the heartbeat of a country than through trekking. You’ll come across hidden villages; have impromptu meetings with yak herders and the very finest views of the towering Himalayas.
Trekking in Bhutan is not always easy because of the elevation and length of some of the treks, so guests should be physically fit. You will be required to bring your own gear, including sleeping bags, however we will provide tents and sleeping pads. We offer a wide range of treks from easy to strenuous over varying periods of time. We can also create a custom trek to suite your specific needs.
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Day 1 Arrive In Paro
You will be received by our guide at the Paro International Airport and escorted to your hotel for refreshment. After lunch, visit Paro National Museum and Dzong. Overnight in Paro.
Day 2: Day 2 Paro Sightseeing
Your journey into the Thunder Dragon Kingdom will truly begin with a drive in the morning to the ruins of the Drugyel Dzong 10 miles end of Paro Valley. Hike one hour to Taktshang (Tiger’s Nest). Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Day 3 Paro – Thimphu.
After early breakfast, drive to Thimphu. Morning visit to the National Library, Paper Factory and animal reserve to see Bhutan’s national animal (Takin). Also visit the memorial Chorten (Stupa built in memory of Third King of Bhutan) and the Zilukha Nunnery. After lunch, visit the Pangrizampa Monastery at Dechenchholing. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Day 4 Thimphu – Punakha
After an early breakfast, drive to Punakha.On the way, stop at Dochu-la Pass for a hot cup of tea or coffee. On a clear day, see the most spectacular view of the Eastern Himalayas. After lunch, visit the Punakha Dzong, the former winter capital and present administrative seat of the district. It is also the winter residence of the central monastic body. The Dzong lies between two rivers, the Pochu and Mochu, meaning male and female rivers. It was built in 1637 AD. Evening hike to Chimi Lhakhang, 20mins. Overnight at hotel.
Day 5: Day 5 Puankha – Gasa Hot Springs (Start Of Trek).
Early breakfast drive to Damji. The trail begins by winding through rolling hills and passing through the pine and oak forest, villages and wheat fields. A bamboo walking stick will come in handy for this section of the trek, for those ups that always go down. In the distance you will get a view of the Gasa Dzong glued to the valley wall. You will say, “We are going there?” It is off in the distance and yes we are going there! Picnic lunch along the way, perhaps by the swinging bridge over the river or by a gorgeous waterfall.Camp at Gasa Hot Springs. It was built in 1637 AD. Evening hike to Chimi Lhakhang, 20mins. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Day 6 Gasa Tsachu.
Spend relaxing time in the Tsachu (hotsprings) or pack lunch and climb about 2 hours to Gasa Village and the Dzong. Overnight camp.
Day 7: Day 7 Gasa Tsachu – Damji – Punakha.
Back to Damji, where our car and driver will be waiting for us. Say goodbye to our trekking staff and Damji and drive to Punakha. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8: Day 8 Punakha – Paro
Drive back to Paro, about 5 hours. Evening stroll around the Paro town.Overnight at hotel.
Day 9: Day 9 Departure To Kathmandu
The Cost Include(s)
- Accommodation under twin sharing with breakfast.
- Lunch and Dinner in local restaurants and hotels.
- Experienced English Speaking Tour Guide licensed by Tourism Council of Bhutan.
- Private transport within Bhutan (Toyota coach / Tucson / Santafe / Land cruiser / Prado) as per itinerary.
- Museum & Monuments entrance fee.
- Bottled water during the tour.
- Government Royalty
The Cost Exclude(s)
- Tips and gratuities.
- Personal items, drinks etc.
Booking
Review
Fantastic experience, highly recommended and expert service throughout
My two sons (age 25 and 27) and I had the most unbelievable, unforgettable and amazing trek, led by our fantastic guide Bishnu, supported by porters Narayan and Suman. Booking was really easy, with flexibility of starting dates. Any changes to itinerary were always discussed and agreed, ensuring our satisfaction. Bishnu ensured our safety at all times and worked tirelessly to ensure we had everything we needed to stay well and complete the challenging Lake and Thorong Pass without any problems. We would definitely recommend using this company; everything was perfect.
Island Peak expedition
Nepal Social Treks was the most professional company I have travelled with. The airport pickup was smooth, followed by a nice stay at their hotel in Kathmandu. A day trip around Kathmandu was planned and despite being cut short, it was a very enjoyable tour. Pasang Sherpa, the trekking guide for my trip was a highly experienced guide and mountaineer and gave me an authentic Nepalese experience as we walked through the Himalayas. When it came time to summit Island Peak, I had absolute confidence in his ability to keep me safe at all times, and he led the expedition at my pace. As an inexperienced climber, Pasang made sure I had all the required skills before going onto the mountain. The transition from trekking to life back in Kathmandu was easy, and Basu and the team from Nepal Social Treks made sure I had a comfortable and enjoyable few days prior to leaving Nepal. I would recommend anyone thinking of trekking or mountaineering in Nepal to book with Nepal Social Treks as they will tailor the trip to your needs and you will be treated incredibly well for the entire trip.
Perfect taste of Nepal
Did the Explore Nepal tour 11 days and was the only one on the tour. The tour was very well organized, hitting all the main attractions to give a good flavour of Nepal. Operator was very responsive to questions and requests. Accommodations were better than expected with excellent beds and breakfasts. Highly recommend.
I had an incredible experience doing the Manaslu Circuit trek!! As I was the only one who had booked, they paired me with another solo girl from a different company which worked super well. Our guide Nekhil was attentive, supportive and made us feel really safe. He was clearly a very experienced guide and gave us lots of tips to manage the altitude and trekking, plus having lots of fun together along the way! Our porter Chhiring was awesome too! Not only were the views incredible, it felt so nice to be ‘looked after’ and have everything taken care of so we could just enjoy ourselves. This included by the office in Kathmandu, who were so helpful and generous in giving me an extra day in a nearby hotel and lending me some gear. I couldn’t have been happier with the experience! I would definitely recommend :))
Hey, this was awesome! The Agency made all well, and especially, Ngima Sherpa is the best guide ever! He made my experience on everest view trek special and wonderful. His heartwarming, calm and respectful behaviour let me feel welcome and my needs during trek seen. He knows a lot of trekking and the insides there in the mountains, showed me all possible in that 7 days and has my full 5-star review. Always again!
Amazing experience! We had a very loving and caring guide Narayan. Also not possible without our porters 💜💜
