Name: Thimphu Tshechu Tour
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2815

5 Nights/6 Days

Availability : 13- 15 September 2024

Paro, Bhutan

Min Age : 1+

Highlights

Visit Punakha Dzong, the “Palace of Great Happiness,” at the river confluence.
Discover local sights: Giant Buddha Dordenma, Centenary Farmers Market, and Folk Heritage Museum.
Scenic flight onboard to/from Paro over the world’s highest mountains
Guided tour of colorful Paro & the tiny capital Thimphu
Witness three days of Thimphu Tshechu at Tashichho Dzong
Discover age-old Buddhist culture and tradition of the Himalayan Kingdom
Hike to the Taktsang Monastery ‘Tiger’s Nest’ (3,120 meters)

Tour Details

Introduction

Experience the vibrant allure of Thimphu through the Thimphu Tshechu tour, an annual celebration that unites thousands from across Bhutan. Celebrated in the heart of Thimphu over three joyful days, Thimphu Tshechu was first introduced in the 17th century by the 4th Desi Gyalse Tenzin Rabgay. The Thimphu Tshechu is scheduled to occur from September 21 to 23 in 2026.

The Thimphu Tshechu is a religious festival where locals wear their finest gho and kira, celebrating their faith. Mask dances, songs, and performances vividly express the festival’s unique spiritual and cultural character.

This festival brings together Bhutanese from all over the kingdom to the capital, making it much more than just a collection of dances recorded in the name of routine observances. Here, Bhutanese religion, culture, and festive spirit come together, offering visitors an enchanting glimpse of a living tradition in the Land of the Dragon.

Thimphu Tshechu is one of the grandest festivals in Bhutan. The Thimphu Tshechu attracts the largest audience, offering the best way to experience Bhutan’s living culture. Thimphu Tshechu is celebrated with performances by trained monks and laymen in amazing masks and costumes.

Tsechu is a Buddhist festival in honor of Guru Rimpoche, the saint who brought Buddhism to Bhutan. During the Thimphu Tshechu festival, locals gather in their traditional attire to celebrate their culture and faith.

The Thimphu Tshechu tour starts with a spectacular flight over the Himalayas and towards the lush green valley of Paro, then you drive to the tiny capital city of Thimphu. Spend the next three days attending the Thimphu Tshechu and sightseeing around Thimphu.

After visiting Punakha, return to Paro for a hike to Taktsang Monastery, ‘Tiger’s Nest’ on the outskirts of Paro town. Eventually, the Thimphu Tshechu Tour ends in Paro after unforgettable memories of the Dragon Kingdom.

Thimphu Tshechu Festival 2026
Thimphu Tshechu festival dates: 21–23 September 2026.

Location: Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu

Trip Grade

Easy

Maximum Altitude

Taktsang Monastery ‘Tiger’s Nest’ (3,120 meters)

Price Includes

Necessary airport, hotel and airport transfers
Accommodation in luxury hotels on twin sharing basis
Three meals per day during your stay in Bhutan
Entrance fees and permit
Overland transportation within Bhutan
Sightseeing as per itinerary
English speaking local guide
Government royalty, tax and Fees
Visa fees
Service Charge

Price Excludes

Travel Insurance
Airfares
Beverages
Expenses of personal nature
Expenses occurred due to unavoidable Events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.
Tips to guides and drivers

What to Expect

Thimphu Tshechu Tour is a cultural tour of Bhutan staying at luxury hotels throughout the tour and witnessing one of the most popular festival ‘Thimphu Tshechu’ celebrated at Tashi Chhodzong in Thimphu. The tour revolves around the major cities of Bhutan like the colorful – Paro, the capital – Thimphu and the old capital – Punakha.

Itinerary

Day 1Arrive Paro (2,250m) & transfer to Thimphu (2,350m)

Arrive at the Paro International Airport and after clearing your immigration formalities, we shall transfer you to Thimphu which is about an hours’ drive from Paro. Visit several locations in Thimphu like Buddha’s Point, Takin Preserve, Tashichoe Dzong, King’s Memorial Chorten, Centenary Market, the new authentic craft bazaar, Folk heritage museum etc. Overnight at Hotel in Thimphu. (Lunch/Dinner)

Day 2In Thimphu - attend the Thimphu Festival

After breakfast, attend the Thimphu festival at Tashi Chho Dzong where the whole day is spent in the festival with various mask dances and folk dancers along with jokers actions in the crowd. Later on, back to hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Thimphu. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day 3Thimphu - Punakha (1,310m)

After breakfast, drive to Punakha which is about 3 hours drive. Ascending upwards, you will come across Dochula pass at 3,100 meters which commands great panorama of the eastern Himalayas in a clear day. Then descend downwards to Punakha Valley; reaching closer to Punakha, take a hike to Chimi Lhakhang. It’s located amid rice fields in a hilltop and is the temple of ‘Drukpa Kuenley’. The temple is also known as fertility temple and pilgrimage site for childless couples. Later on visit the impressive Punakha Dzong located at the confluence of Pho-chu (male-river) and Mo-chu (female-river. Afterwards, back to hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Punakha. Overnight at Hotel in Punakha. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day 4Punakha - Paro (2,250m)

After early breakfast, drive from Punakha to Paro again re-crossing Dochula pass then further drive to Paro. In Paro visit Rinpung Dzong built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan The southern approach to the Dzong has a traditional roofed cantilever bridge called Nemi Zam. Later on, back to hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Paro.(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day 5In Paro - Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (3,120m)

Early in the morning, drive to the base of the popular Taktsang Monastery ‘Tiger’s Nest’ and hike upwards. For a fit hiker, it will take 2 hours after when you will get dramatic view of the monastery. It’s believed the Guru Padmasambhava came here in a flying tigress and meditated here in the 8th century. Later on visit Kiychu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan. Then back to Paro town for overnight stay. Overnight at Hotel in Paro. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day 6Trip concludes & fly to onwards destination

Bid farewell to the Dragon Kingdom and we shall transfer you to the Paro International Airport to catch your onward flight. (Breakfast only)

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Bharat

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Incredible festival tour to explore the culture and tradition of Bhutan. Well managed and beautifully guided tour by Himalayan Luxury Holidays. Thanks to entire tour managing team. A must explore tour.

August 19, 2020

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