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Punakha Tshechu (festival) is observed on the 10th day of the inaugural month of the Buddhist lunar calendar. Bhutan’s unique heritage, traditions, and chances for prayer and devotion are all preserved in a significant way through it. The unfurling of Guru Rinpoche’s thongdrol, which is believed to release and atone for sins, is the major attraction. The three-day Punakha Drubchen is a unique festival that honors Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel’s heroic actions and preserves Buddhist teachings because it involves a dramatic recreation of a conflict with the Tibetan army in the 17th century. The historic battle scenario is recreated by local militiamen dressed in authentic combat attire. Both locals and visitors to Bhutan hold the Punakha festivals in high regard since they perfectly capture the diversity of the country’s cultural history.
Places Covered: Paro, Thimphu, Dochu la Pass, Punakha & Phobjikha Valley
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Day 01: Arrival – Thimphu
Day 02: Thimphu Sightseeing
Day 03: Thimphu – Phobjikha valley
Day 04: Phobjikha valley – Punakha
Day 05: Punakha festival (Tshechu)
Day 06: Punakha – Paro
Day 07: Tiger’s Nest Hiking
Day 08: Departure
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Thimphu: 2 nights
Phobjikha: 1 night
Punakha: 2 nights
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 Sightseeing
After breakfast, followed by a visit.
Lunch will be served at a top tourist restaurant in town, followed by a visit.
Evenings are free for exploring the city. Staying a night in Thimphu
Day 03: Thimphu – Gangtey Gonpa (Phobjikha valley), (134km, 05 hours)
After breakfast 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
Day 05: Punakha festival (Tshechu)
After breakfast, drive to Punakha Dzong (fortress) to witness the celebration. Punakha Dzong, the second oldest fortress, was built in 1637 and situated between the female and male rivers/ (the traditional wooden bridge). Punakha festival is one of most popular festivals in country, where its best ways to experience the ancient living culture of Bhutan.
Evening freely scrolls around town. Overnight stay in Punakha/Wangdue
Day 06: Punakha – Paro (125km, 03 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Paro, followed by a visit. Lunch will be served along the way.
Evening freely scrolls around town. overnight stay in Paro.
Day 07: 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 08: Departure
After an early breakfast, drive to Paro airport for a flight to your onward destination.
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