Dhur Hot Spring Trek

17 Nights / 18 Days

A 9-day trek to the remote Dhur Hot Springs in central Bhutan. Trek through pristine forests, cross high alpine passes, and soak in natural mineral hot springs surrounded by snow-capped mountains.

Combined with cultural visits in Thimphu, Gangtey, Bumthang, Trongsa, Punakha and Paro. Trek duration: 9 days.

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A 9-day trek to the remote Dhur Hot Springs in central Bhutan. Trek through pristine forests, cross high alpine passes, and soak in natural mineral hot springs surrounded by snow-capped mountains.

Combined with cultural visits in Thimphu, Gangtey, Bumthang, Trongsa, Punakha and Paro. Trek duration: 9 days.

Day 01
Arrive in Paro and drive to Thimphu
Paro → Thimphu · 2,400m

Welcome! Visit key Thimphu landmarks. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 02
Discover Thimphu
Thimphu · Full day

Tashichho Dzong, Zorig Chusum, Buddha Point. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 03
Thimphu to Gangtey
Thimphu → Gangtey · 160km · 2,900m

Dochula Pass. Gangtey Goemba. Gangtey Nature Trail. Overnight in Gangtey.

Day 04
Gangtey to Bumthang
Gangtey → Bumthang · 158km · 2,800m

Trongsa Dzong. Yathra Weaving Center. Overnight in Bumthang.

Day 05
Bumthang sightseeing
Bumthang · Full day

Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Tamshing Monastery. Overnight in Bumthang.

Day 06
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 1
Trek · Ascent

⛰ TREK DAY 1 — Begin trek from Bumthang. Ascend through blue pine forests. Camp.

Day 07
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 2
Trek · Ascent

⛰ TREK DAY 2 — Trek through alpine meadows and rhododendron forests. Camp.

Day 08
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 3
Trek · Ascent

⛰ TREK DAY 3 — Cross high pass. Yak herder settlements. Camp.

Day 09
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 4
Trek · High altitude · Hot springs

⛰ TREK DAY 4 — Approach Dhur Hot Springs area. Stunning mountain views. Camp.

Day 10
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 5
Trek · High altitude · Hot springs

⛰ TREK DAY 5 — Arrive at Dhur Hot Springs. Soak in natural mineral hot springs surrounded by pristine mountains. Rest day.

Day 11
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 6
Trek · High altitude · Hot springs

⛰ TREK DAY 6 — Explore the area around hot springs. Optional hikes to viewpoints. Camp.

Day 12
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 7
Trek · Descent

⛰ TREK DAY 7 — Begin return trek. Cross passes. Camp.

Day 13
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 8
Trek · Descent

⛰ TREK DAY 8 — Continue descent through forests. Camp.

Day 14
⛰ Dhur Hot Spring Trek – Day 9
Trek · Descent

⛰ TREK DAY 9 — Final trek day. Return to road head. Drive to Bumthang. Overnight in Bumthang.

Day 15
Bumthang to Trongsa
Bumthang → Trongsa · 80km · 2,200m

Trongsa Dzong. Overnight in Trongsa.

Day 16
Trongsa to Punakha to Paro
Trongsa → Punakha → Paro

Punakha Dzong. Drive to Paro. Overnight in Paro.

Day 17
Tiger's Nest & Farewell
Paro · 3,120m

Taktsang Monastery. Kyichu Lhakhang. Special dinner. Last night in Paro.

Day 18
Depart Paro
Paro Airport

Tashi Delek!

  • Bhutan visa fee
  • Hotels (camping on trek)
  • Three meals daily
  • Bottled water
  • SDF US$100/night/person
  • 5% GST
  • Museum fees
  • Private car driver
  • Licensed guide trek guide
  • Camping equipment pack horses
  • Gho or Kira dress
  • Bhutan SIM card
  • Walking sticks
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Airfares
  • Airport taxes
  • Excess baggage
  • Tips
  • Services not mentioned

Paro → Thimphu → Gangtey → Bumthang → Dhur Hot Spring Trek (9 days) → Trongsa → Punakha → Paro

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