Paro Tsechu Festival Tour – 10 Days
Trip Itinerary
Participate in one of Bhutan’s festival tours and witness a big celebration getting acquainted with Bhutan’s rich culture
Paro Tsechu Festival Tour lets you participate and admire the splendor of one of the biggest festivals in the entire country. The 10-day tour begins in Paro with a sightseeing tour of dzongs (fortresses) and temples. Next, immerse yourself in the celebrations and enjoy masked dances and many cultural events unique to Bhutan. Drive to Thimphu and tour many prominent landmarks of the capital city. Continue your drive to Punakha via Dochu La Pass and tour significant cultural landmarks. Also visit the townships of Bumthang and Wangdue for a wonderful sightseeing tour. End the Paro Tsechu Festival Tour with a hike up to the spectacular Taktsang (Tiger’s nest) Monastery.
Overview
Arrival City
Paro, Bhutan
Departure City
Paro, Bhutan
Lodging Level
Hotel (Meri Puensum Resort)
Meals
10 breakfast, 9 lunch, 9 dinner
Trip Grade
Moderate
Maximum Altitude
3,120m/10,237ft
Activity
Religious and Spiritual Tours
Outline Itinerary
| Itinerary | Maximum Altitude | Walking/Hiking |
|---|---|---|
| Day 01 Arrival and sightseeing in Paro | 2,250m/7,382ft | - |
| Day 02 Hike to Taktsang Monastery | 3,120m/10,237ft | 4-5 hrs |
| Day 03 Paro to Thimphu | 2,320m/7,612ft | - |
| Day 04 Thimphu to Punakha: Exploring the Talo Festival | 3,100m/10,171ft | - |
| Day 05 Punakha to Jakar/Bumthang | 2,745m/9,006ft | - |
| Day 06 Sightseeing in Jakar/Bumthang | 2,745m/9,006ft | - |
| Day 07 Bumthang to Wangdue | 1,240m/4,068ft | - |
| Day 08 Wangdue to Paro | 2,250m/7,382ft | - |
| Day 09 Paro Tsechu Festival | 2,250m/7,382ft | - |
| Day 10 Final Departure | - | - |
- Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
For Your Information, International flights aren’t included. Rooms are usually shared by two people unless you request for a private room. Also, you can upgrade to better hotels in the mountain and even in the cities. For your customized services, please specify during the booking process or contact our Destination & Products Specialist.
A variety of meals are available in most hotels the most popular being Indian, Chinese, and the more common continental food. Non-vegetarian dishes are generally available in most parts of Bhutan. The best advice is to ask the hotel and restaurant to recommend what is fresh and in season.
Hotels in Bhutan are approved and classified by the government as grade A, B and C. These government approved hotels are equivalent to 3-4 star hotels elsewhere. Based on availability at the time of booking, A and B grade hotels will be provided in this trip. We will be accommodated in A grade hotels in Paro and Thimphu and B grade hotel in Punakha, Bumthang/Jakar and Wangdue. We use Tashi Namgay Resort in Paro, Hotel Migmar in Thimphu, Meri Puensum Resort in Punakha, Hotel Peling in Bumthang/Jakar and Dragon’s Nest Resort in Wangdue. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost USD 520.
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