Overview
Join Bhutan’s most celebrated festival, the Paro Tshechu, held in the magnificent Paro Rinpung Dzong. Experience sacred mask dances, vibrant folk songs, and the unfurling of the Thongdrol, a giant silk Thangka believed to bless all who behold it.
Detailed Itinerary
- Receive a warm Bhutanese welcome upon arrival at Paro International Airport.
- Visit Rinpung Dzong and National Museum (Ta Dzong).
- Evening free to explore Paro town and acclimatize.
- Overnight in Paro.
- Attend the first day of the Paro Tshechu Festival at Rinpung Dzong.
- Witness religious mask dances symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
- Enjoy traditional music, local snacks, and the festive atmosphere.
- Overnight in Paro.
- Continue to enjoy the Tshechu performances, with monks and laymen in colorful brocade costumes.
- Interact with local devotees and learn about Bhutan’s living Buddhist traditions.
- Optional visit to Drukgyel Dzong ruins in the afternoon.
- Overnight in Paro.
- Rise early to witness the unfurling of the Thongdrol, a sacred giant thangka of Guru Rinpoche, revealed only once a year.
- Later, visit Kyichu Lhakhang, Dungtse Lhakhang, and local farmhouse to experience Bhutanese hospitality.
- Overnight in Paro.
- Embark on a scenic hike to the legendary Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), Bhutan’s most iconic landmark.
- Visit Cafeteria Viewpoint for breathtaking photos and traditional tea.
- Evening cultural show or hot stone bath (optional).
- Overnight in Paro.
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
- Bid farewell to the Land of the Thunder Dragon with cherished memories of the Paro Tshechu.
Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Breakfast & dinner daily
- Private vehicle (car/Hiace depending on group size)
- 4★ accommodation on twin/double sharing basis
- Licensed English-speaking Bhutanese guide
- Travel permits & Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
- Government taxes
Exclusions
- International airfare & visa fee
- Bottled or alcoholic drinks
- Monument & museum entry fees
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, etc.)
- Travel insurance