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The Thimphu Tshechu is a significant festival in Bhutan. It was held in the nation’s capital city for three days on the 10th day of the 8th lunar month in honor of the Spiritual Master (Guru Padmasambhava). It included dance performances by monks and laypeople, which added color and variety without sacrificing the festival’s spiritual significance. Atsaras, who serve as guardians and are seen as more than just clowns, are also included at the festival. The Tshechu festival, a blend of culture, history, and nature, is featured on this in-depth tour, which provides a singular picture. Thousands of tourists attend the festival.
Places Covered: Paro, Thimphu, Dochu la Pass, Punakha, Phobjikha & Tiger Nest
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Day 01: Arrival – Thimphu
Day 02: Thimphu festival (Tshechu)
Day 03: Thimphu – Phobjikha valley
Day 04: Phobjikha valley – Punakha/Wangdue
Day 05: Punakha – Paro/Sightseeing
Day 06: Hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest)
Day 07: Departure
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Thimphu: 2 nights
Punakha: 1 night
Phobjikha: 1 night
Paro: 2 nights
Day 01: Arrival – Thimphu (54km, 01 hour)
On arrival at Paro airport, our representative from our company will greet you and assist in escorting you to Thimphu. followed by a visit.
Evening freely wandered the city. overnight stay in Thimphu.
Day 02: Thimphu festival (Tshechu)
After breakfast, drive to Tashichho Dzong (fortress), Thimphu’s most beautiful structure, to take part in the Thimphu festival (Tshechu). Tashichho Dzong was constructed in 1641 and is located on the banks of Wang Chhu. In 1670, Tenzing Rabgye, the fourth Temporal Ruler, founded Thimphu Tsechu. A variety of mask dances are performed during one of the most well-known festivals in the nation. One of the best ways to experience Bhutan’s ancient living culture is to attend a Tshechu festival.
Evenings are free for exploring the city. Staying a night in Thimphu
Day 03: Thimphu – Gangtey Gonpa (Phobjikha valley), (134km, 05 hours)
After breakfast, followed by a visit.
Drive to Phobjikha valley through the Dochu-la pass (3,088 m). The highest peaks of the Himalayas are most magnificently visible on a clear day.
Lunch will be served along the way. The journey continuous towards Phobjikha Valley, valley is suited in a stunning location surrounded by snow-capped mountains and verdant meadows. It serves as the famous Black-necked Cranes’ winter home.
Stay overnight at Phobjikha.
Day 04: Phobjikha valley – Punakha/Wangdue (87km, 03 hours)
After breakfast visit Black naked carne information center and explore Phobjikha valley.
Drive to Punakha/Wangdue,Lunch will be served along the way.
Evening freely scrolls around town. Overnight stay in Punakha/Wangdue
NB: River rafting will be offered in Punakha; however, you are liable for the cost.
Day 05: Punakha – Paro/Sightseeing (125km, 03 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Paro, followed by a visit.
Evening freely scrolls around town. overnight stay in Paro.
Day 06: Hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest)
Drive to a hiking location after breakfast. The Taktsang Monastery is perched on a ledge of rock. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, the second Buddha in Bhutan, is claimed to have arrived in the 8th century flying on the back of a tigress and meditated where Taktsang Monastery currently stands.
Lunch will be served in the town’s top tourist eatery. followed by a visit.
Evening freely strolls around Paro. spending the night in Paro.
Day 07: Departure
After an early breakfast, drive to Paro airport for a flight to your onward destination.
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