Laya Gasa Trek

Laya Gasa Trek

This is the trekking with a mixture of snow capped Himalayas, alpine grassland, quaint farmland and numerous passes including the highest pass of Bhutan—the Renchen Zoe—at an altitude of 5400meter. The trek comprises approximately eleven passes from Punakha to Bumthang. The trek is a blend of Laya (Punakha valley), Lunana (a very remote part), Renchen Zoe pass, and several other exciting parts of Bhutan.
As some passes are even over 5000meter, a trekker needs to be physically fit and it requires sound health. Before we begin the trek, heavy initial preparation is a must. The close views of Himalayas exert bone-chilling experience. The other remarkable views are the wide green pastures, meadows with different varieties of blossoms from spring to autumn including summer season. The rocky passes and Himalayas are the scenic beauties of the country to watch.
Highlights: Fantastic mountain range including Mt. Gangchey Ta (tiger mountain), flowing through Punakha valley, unique cultures, scattered outlandish village of Laya, relaxing at hot spring etc

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Day 01 : Kathmandu to Paro Fly
Fly to Paro from Kathmandu.
Day 02 : Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Drugyal Dzong. From here the peak of Chomolhari also known as Mountain of the Goddess " can be viewed clearly. On the way visit a typical Bhutanese farmhouse. Also visit the Rinpung Dzong, National Museum and Kyichu Lhakhang.
Day 03 : Paro to Shana
Drive to end of Drugyal Dzong and then the trek starts. One will find plenty of traditional farmhouses along the way.
Day 04 : Shana to Soe Thangthangkha
The trek continues to Soe Thangthangkha.
Day 05 : Soe Thangthangkha to Jangothang
The trek passes through the Pachu (Paro River). One can view the high ridges and the snow-capped mountains all around and also se the yaks and the yak herder's winter settlements.
Day 06 : Jangothang to Lingshi
Trail passes to the Lingshi basin and has beautiful views of the lingshi Dzong and the valley and also Tserim Kang (mountain) and its descending glaciers at the north end of the valley.
Day 07 : Lingshi to Chebisa
The trek continues to Chebisa and visit around the Chebisa.
Day 08 : Chebisa to Shomuthang
The trail takes you to Shomuthang along Gobu-la Pass.On the way one can see few people herding yaks.
Day 09 : Shomuthang to Robluthang
Trek to Robluthang crossing Jarela Passand tsarijathang valley.
Day 10 : Robluthang to Lemithang
Trek ascends to Lemithang. Lemithang is under the Laya district and you can find the people in typical Laya costume with conical bamboo hats. Here you can explore the valley and meet the people to know peoples' culture and way of life.
Day 11 : Lemithang to Laya
The trail leads you to Laya village.
Day 12 : Laya
Explore around the Laya Village.
Day 13 : Laya to Koena
The trail takes you along the river valley avoiding natural obstacles and breathtaking views of the crashing river, feeder streams and waterfalls.
Day 14 : Koena to Gasa
The trail takes you to Gasa Dzong.
Day 15 : Gasa to Gasa Tsachu (hot spring)
Trek to Gasa Tsachu.The Gasa Tsachu is one of the most popular hot springs in Bhutan.
Day 16 : Gasa Tsachu to Geon Damji
The trail winds through the rolling hills and passes through the pine and oak forests, villages and wheat fields. One can see the beautiful view of the Gasa Dzong.
Day 17 : Geon Damji to Tashithang
The trek descends to Tashithang along the semi-tropical gorge filled with banana tree, creepers and various tropical vegetation. Also will see monkeys and few other animals occasionally.
Day 18 : Tashithang to Khuruthang to Thimphu
Drive to Punakha and visit the Punakha Dzong.Punakha was the former capital of Bhutan.Then drive to Thimphu.
Day 19 : Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to visit Tashichho Dzong.Also visit the handicraft emporium where Bhutanese textiles and other arts are displayed. Visit the painting and woodcraft schools where traditional art and painting are still kept alive. Visit the Memorial Chorten, the National Library and Simtokha Dzong.
Day 20 : Thimphu Sightseeing and drive to Paro
After breakfast drive to Dechenchholing to view the Queen Mother's Palace from the outside. Drive to Thimphu and take a scroll around the Thimphu market.
Day 21 : Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Satsam Chorten and from there to Taktsang Monastery which means "Tiger's Nest". The Monastery is perched on a rocky ledge with a sheer drop of nearly 4000-ft. and overlooks the Paro valley.
Day 22 : Paro to Kathmandu Fly
Drive to Paro International Airport and then fly to Kathmandu.

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Trip facts

Trip Duration:
22 Days

Trip Type:
Trekking