{"id":542,"date":"2025-09-08T03:54:03","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T03:54:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/bhutanrest\/?page_id=542"},"modified":"2025-09-09T07:02:46","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T07:02:46","slug":"gasa-hot-spring-culture-tour","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/restfulbhutan.com\/?page_id=542","title":{"rendered":"Gasa Hot Spring & Culture Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGasa Hot Spring & Culture Tour Package<\/title>\r\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/font-awesome\/6.4.0\/css\/all.min.css\">\r\n<style>\r\n body {\r\n font-family: 'Segoe UI', Arial, sans-serif;\r\n background: #f8f9fa;\r\n margin: 0;\r\n padding: 0;\r\n }\r\n .tour-info-container {\r\n max-width: 900px;\r\n margin: 0 auto 0 auto;\r\n display: flex;\r\n flex-wrap: wrap;\r\n gap: 24px;\r\n }\r\n .tour-card {\r\n background: #fff;\r\n border-radius: 14px;\r\n box-shadow: 0 4px 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.07);\r\n flex: 1 1 280px;\r\n min-width: 280px;\r\n padding: 24px 18px;\r\n display: flex;\r\n flex-direction: column;\r\n align-items: flex-start;\r\n }\r\n .tour-card-title {\r\n font-size: 1.3rem;\r\n color: #2b6cb0;\r\n font-weight: 700;\r\n margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n letter-spacing: 1px;\r\n display: flex;\r\n align-items: center;\r\n gap: 8px;\r\n }\r\n .tour-card-title i {\r\n font-size: 1.3rem;\r\n color: #1a3b6b;\r\n }\r\n .tour-card-content {\r\n font-size: 1rem;\r\n color: #444;\r\n margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n line-height: 1.6;\r\n }\r\n .tour-list {\r\n list-style: none;\r\n padding: 0;\r\n margin: 0;\r\n }\r\n .tour-list li {\r\n margin-bottom: 8px;\r\n display: flex;\r\n align-items: center;\r\n gap: 8px;\r\n }\r\n .tour-list li i {\r\n color: #2b6cb0;\r\n font-size: 1.1rem;\r\n }\r\n .itinerary-steps {\r\n margin-top: 10px;\r\n }\r\n .itinerary-step {\r\n margin-bottom: 18px;\r\n padding-left: 8px;\r\n border-left: 3px solid #2b6cb0;\r\n }\r\n .itinerary-step-title {\r\n font-weight: bold;\r\n color: #1a3b6b;\r\n margin-bottom: 4px;\r\n font-size: 1.08rem;\r\n display: flex;\r\n align-items: center;\r\n gap: 6px;\r\n }\r\n .itinerary-step-title i {\r\n font-size: 1.08rem;\r\n color: #2b6cb0;\r\n }\r\n @media (max-width: 900px) {\r\n .tour-info-container {\r\n flex-direction: column;\r\n gap: 16px;\r\n }\r\n }\r\n<\/style>\r\n<\/head>\r\n<body>\r\n<div class=\"tour-info-container\">\r\n <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain\"><\/i>Tour Overview<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Experience deep culture immersion in Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro, scenic Himalayan landscapes via Dochu La and Phobjikha valley, relaxation & healing at Gasa Hot Springs, and the iconic hike to Tiger\u2019s Nest Monastery on this 11-night\/12-day journey.\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-star\"><\/i>Tour Highlights<\/div>\r\n <ul class=\"tour-list\">\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Deep culture immersion in Thimphu, Punakha and Paro<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Scenic Himalayan landscapes via Dochu La and Phobjikha valley<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Relaxation & healing at Gasa Hot Springs<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Iconic hike to Tiger\u2019s Nest Monastery<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-title\" style=\"font-size:1.1rem;\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus-circle\"><\/i>Included<\/div>\r\n <ul class=\"tour-list\">\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Bhutan visa fee<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Government royalty & taxes<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>English speaking tour guide<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Tour vehicle<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>3 star accommodation (Twin sharing)<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Daily 3 meals (B\/L\/D)<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Airport transfer<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Bottled water<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-title\" style=\"font-size:1.1rem;\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus-circle\"><\/i>Not Included<\/div>\r\n <ul class=\"tour-list\">\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-times-circle\"><\/i>Flight fare to and from Bhutan<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-times-circle\"><\/i>Alcoholic beverages<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-times-circle\"><\/i>Personal expenses\/shopping<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-times-circle\"><\/i>4 or 5 star accommodation (extra charges apply)<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-times-circle\"><\/i>Travel insurance<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-times-circle\"><\/i>Entry fees to parks and monuments<\/li>\r\n <li><i class=\"fas fa-times-circle\"><\/i>Tips for guide and driver<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"tour-card\" style=\"max-width:900px;margin:32px auto;\">\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-route\"><\/i>Itinerary for Gasa Hot Spring & Culture Tour (12 Days\/11 Nights)<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-steps\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-plane-arrival\"><\/i>Day 1: Arrival in Paro - Transfer to Thimphu<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Arrive at Paro International Airport, meet our representative. Scenic drive (1.5 hours) to Thimphu, Bhutan\u2019s capital city. Evening: Stroll around Thimphu town.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Thimphu<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-city\"><\/i>Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Visit Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma Statue, Tashichho Dzong and Folk Heritage Museum. Explore the weekend market (if coinciding).<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Thimphu<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 3: Thimphu \u2013 Punakha<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Scenic drive across Dochula Pass (3100m) with Himalayan views. Descend to Punakha valley: Visit Punakha Dzong, Bhutan\u2019s most beautiful fortress.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Punakha<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hiking\"><\/i>Day 4: Punakha Exploration<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Gentle hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility temple), optional rafting in Phochu\/Mochu rivers. Evening at leisure.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Punakha<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hot-tub\"><\/i>Day 5: Punakha \u2013 Gasa Hot Spring<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Drive to Gasa (approx. 3-4 hours) passing through pristine forests. Visit Gasa Dzong (Tashi Thongmey Dzong). Continue to Gasa Hot Springs (Tshachu).<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Guest house or camping near Hot Springs<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hot-tub\"><\/i>Day 6: Gasa Hot Springs Relaxation<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Full day soaking in natural hot spring pools, believed to have medicinal properties. Gentle walk around the village and interact with locals.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Hot spring<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hiking\"><\/i>Day 7: Gasa Hot Springs \u2013 Local Hike<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Morning dip in hot springs and later short hike to surrounding premises and traditional Gasa villages.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Hot spring<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 8: Gasa \u2013 Punakha<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Return to Punakha. Leisure evening stroll around Punakha town.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Punakha<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-tree\"><\/i>Day 9: Punakha \u2013 Phobjikha Valley (Gangtey)<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Scenic drive 4-5 hours to Phobjikha valley, winter home of the black necked cranes. Visit Gangtey Monastery. Evening nature walk in the valley.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Phobjikha<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 10: Phobjikha \u2013 Paro<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Drive back to Paro (6-7 hours), evening stroll in Paro town.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Paro<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hiking\"><\/i>Day 11: Paro \u2013 Tiger\u2019s Nest Hike<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Hike to the iconic Taktsang monastery (Tiger\u2019s Nest). Visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples.<br>\r\n <i>Overnight: Paro<\/i>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-plane-departure\"><\/i>Day 12: Departure from Paro<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure.<br>\r\n <b>End of Trip<\/b>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div style=\"width:100%;text-align:center;margin:32px 0 24px 0;\">\r\n <a href=\".\/?page_id=18\"> <button style=\"\r\n background: #2b6cb0;\r\n color: #fff;\r\n border: none;\r\n border-radius: 6px;\r\n padding: 14px 38px;\r\n font-size: 1.13rem;\r\n font-weight: 600;\r\n cursor: pointer;\r\n box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(44,82,130,0.10);\r\n transition: background 0.2s;\r\n \" \r\n onmouseover=\"this.style.background='#1a3b6b'\"\r\n onmouseout=\"this.style.background='#2b6cb0'\">\r\n Enquire Now\r\n <\/button><\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/body>\r\n<\/html>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gasa Hot Spring & Culture Tour Package Tour Overview Experience deep culture immersion in Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro, scenic Himalayan landscapes via Dochu La and Phobjikha valley, relaxation & healing at Gasa Hot Springs, and the iconic hike to Tiger\u2019s Nest Monastery on this 11-night\/12-day journey. 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