Festival & Culture Tour (10 Days)

Day 1: Arrival in Paro & Transfer to Thimphu

• Highlights: Tashichho Dzong and a cultural welcome with traditional music.
• Overnight: Thimphu

Day 2: Thimphu Tshechu (Festival Day)

• Highlights: Attend Thimphu Tshechu (dates vary), a vibrant festival showcasing mask dances, folk performances, and religious blessings.
• Activities: Spend the day mingling with locals and capturing photos.
• Overnight: Thimphu

Day 3: Drive to Punakha

• Highlights: Scenic drive with festival activities at Dochula Pass (if in season).
• Activities: Evening exploration of Punakha Dzong.
• Overnight: Punakha

Day 4: Punakha Festival Day

• Highlights: Attend Punakha Drubchen (if in season), with reenactments of historic battles and traditional dances.
• Activities: Enjoy a traditional Bhutanese feast.
• Overnight: Punakha

Day 5: Travel to Phobjikha Valley

• Highlights: Visit Gangtey Monastery and the Black-Necked Crane Center.
• Activities: Evening village tour and cultural interaction with locals.
• Overnight: Phobjikha Valley

Day 6: Phobjikha Valley - Cultural Day

• Highlights: Guided nature trail walk through the valley, including bird-watching opportunities.
• Activities: Participate in a village ritual or local prayer ceremony.
• Overnight: Phobjikha Valley

Day 7: Drive to Paro with Stopovers

• Highlights: Scenic drive with stops at local craft shops and temples.
• Overnight: Paro

Day 8: Paro Tshechu (Festival Day)

• Highlights: Attend Paro Tshechu, featuring the famed “Dance of the Black Hats” and colorful mask performances.
• Activities: Witness the unveiling of a large sacred scroll (Thongdrol) for blessings.
• Overnight: Paro

Day 9: Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery

• Highlights: Climb to Taktsang Monastery.
• Activities: Reflect on festival highlights at one of Bhutan’s most sacred spots.
• Overnight: Paro

Day 10: Departure with Cultural Farewell

• Highlights: Visit to Kyichu Lhakhang and a farewell blessing before departure.