Experience the essence of Bhutan in our meticulously crafted 8-days Paro Tshechu Festival, designed to focuses on Bhutan’s cultural highlights, including iconic monasteries and breathtaking landscapes and experience a spectacle of color, music, and dance unfolding when you join this year’s Paro Tshechu in the kingdom of Bhutan.
Your adventure in Bhutan starts right at your arrival at the Paro International Airport. You will meet an experienced local guide who will drive you to your hotel in Thimphu, where you will enjoy Bhutanese cuisine. After a short break then we are visiting nearby attractions places.
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We will visit National Memorial Chorten where you will Meet the elderly generation in circumambulation. We will head towards the Folk Heritage Museum-Dedicated to connecting people to the Bhutanese rural past by exhibiting artefacts used in rural households. visit the Textile Museum: Witnesses the art of traditional weaving. Institute of Zorig Chusum: Commonly known as the Painting School or the School of the Thirteen Arts, the Institute offers a glimpse of novices learning 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan. It is a hands-on trip for you. Enjoy a few moments with future artists of the country.
Built in memory of the third King of Bhutan, the National Memorial Chorten is a prominent landmark in Thimphu. It is a sacred site for prayer and meditation, attracting both locals and visitors alike
A Vocational Training Institute for students learning some of the 13 arts
This museum introduces our history of our traditional costumes and jewellery from our forefathers.
Prepare to be swept away by the spiritual and cultural magnificence of the Thimphu Tshechu. The following are some places and activities you’ll do during the festival. Tashichhodzong (Thimphu Dzong)-Marvel at the historical and architectural significance of Tashichhodzong, a fortress housing Bhutan's central monk body and royal offices. Experience the spiritual essence of the country through the colorful masked dances and chants performed by monks, embodying Buddhist teachings and morality. The culmination of the festival constitutes the unfolding of a huge cloth thanka, a sacred scroll depicting Padma Smabhawa and imagery from the Buddhist pantheon.
Tashichho Dzong, also known as Thimphu Dzong, is a prominent Buddhist monastery and fortress located in Thimphu, Bhutan.
Drive to visit Kuensel Phodrang to visit the Buddha Statue, 169ft, symbolizing indestructibility and one of the most religious monuments built in recent times. The view of Thimphu valley from the Kuenselphodrang is spectacular. We then visit the National Memorial Chorten: Built in honor of third King of Bhutan, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. Elderly devotees flock throughout the day to circumambulate and turn the prayer wheels. Visit CSI market, a marketplace where you get all products made in Bhutan.
One of the largest Buddha statues in the world, the Buddha Dordenma is a majestic statue that overlooks the Thimphu Valley. It is a significant religious and cultural symbol, representing peace, happiness, and prosperity.
We depart in the morning to Punakha and the drive takes about 3 hours over 3050m/10,000ft Dochula pass, Dochula Pass offers a spectacular view of the eastern Himalayas from this pass on a clear day, many colorful prayer flags and chortens also dot the pass. Walk around the pass and stop for light refreshment at Dochula cafeteria. Descend through the forest of rhododendrons and magnolia passing through villages of Lumitsawa; Thinleygang and the fertile valley of Lobesa.
Dochula Pass is one of the most breathtaking and memorable spots in all of Bhutan.
Exlpore Punakha Dzong-Built in 1637, the dzong continues to be the winter home for the clergy, headed by Chief Abbott, the Je Khenpo. It is a stunning example of Bhutanese architecture, sitting at the fork of two rivers, portraying the image of a medieval city from a distance. Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten-Built by the third Queen Mother Ashi Tshering Yangdon Wangchuck this Chorten is a splendid example of Bhutanese architecture and art and is the only one of its kind in the world. It has been built over eight and a half years, and its details have been drawn from religious scripture.
Absolutely stunning! Punakha Dzong is a masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture, set at the meeting point of two rivers.
This is a nice hilltop temple near Punakha.
Chhimi Lhakhang-A 20-minute' walk across terraced fields through the village of Sopsokha. Ngawang Chogyel built the temple in the 15th century after the 'divine Madman' Drukpa Kuenlay built a small chorten there. Wangdue-One of the major towns and district capital of Western Bhutan located south of Punakha, Wangdue. The district is famous for its fine bamboo work, slate, and stone carving. Wangdue Dzong-Built-in 1638, Wangdue Dzong is dramatically perched on the spur of a hill and overlooks the confluence of the Tsang Chu and Dang Chu rivers.
This is a neat little hilltop temple with a really interesting legend behind it
We then continue our drive towards Gangtey valley, a serene and beautiful valley surrounded by shrubs and baby bamboos; Gangtey valley is famous for its nestling grounds for the endangered Black Necked Crane. Towards the evening hours, we take a dip in ‘Dotso’ herbal healing bath at a nearby tavern and enjoy herbal nourished water which is believed to heal one from diseases and illnesses. The bath is prepared using stones burned in fire and the water boiled with herbs up to 20 varieties with medicinal properties.
Gangtey Valley is a beautiful and picturesque destination.
Early morning, we pay a visit to Gangtey Goenpa monastery to experience meditation on the lawns of this special monastery whose history dates back to 7th century. The monastery is believed to posses sacred relics and religious texts from ancient masters that has been preserved at the monastery.
The Gangtey Monastery is located on a hill ridge overlooking the vast and beautiful Phobjikha valley.
After a relaxed morning session, we than continue our journey towards Paro valley that can take upto 5 hours. Ta Dzong-Converted into the National Museum in 1968, Ta Dzong museum boasts antique Thangka, textiles, weapons and armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historical artefacts. Paro Valley-The beautiful valley is home to many of Bhutan's old monasteries and temples. In the evening, we check in at our hotel and rest for our hike tomorrow.
Perched on top of a hill overlooking Paro Valley, the museum boasts a wide collection of treasures and artifacts reflecting Bhutan's mythical history.
After breakfast, witness the Bhutan Paro tshechu festival 2025 (Full day). In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography. Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
The dzong, whose name means “Fortress on a Heap of Jewels,” truly lives up to its name. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Paro Valley, the fortress is not just an architectural masterpiece but also a significant cultural and spiritual center.
After breakfast, embark on a morning drive from your hotel to the base of the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery (Taktsang), one of Bhutan's most revered and breathtaking sites.
This sacred monastery clings to a cliff 900 meters above the Paro valley. According to legend, Guru Rinpoche flew here on the back of a tigress in the 8th century.
Begin your hike to Tiger's Nest, a challenging yet rewarding trek that takes you through pine forests and along rocky paths. Along the way, marvel at panoramic views of the Paro valley below and the surrounding Himalayan mountains.
Experience the spiritual ambiance of Tiger's Nest as you explore its ancient temples and sacred shrines. Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the natural beauty surrounding Tiger's Nest, replenishing your energy for the descent.
Descend back to the base of Tiger's Nest, taking in the serene atmosphere and natural beauty of the surroundings. Return to Paro town by late afternoon, feeling accomplished and spiritually enriched.
Indulge in a delicious dinner at a local restaurant in Paro, savoring the flavors of Bhutanese cuisine. Return to your hotel in Paro for a well-deserved rest, reflecting on the day's memorable experiences.
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Drive to the airport for your flight to your onward destination. We bid farewell and wish ourselves in the hope to meet again.
We hope you cherish this special trip in your life and nourish yourself with all the positive energy accumulated through the journey.
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