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Thimphu Festival - 8 days

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Tour Overview

Take your place at the famed mask dance performances at the Thimphu Tshechu Festival, whilst discovering the best of Bhutan. Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery, see the world's biggest Buddha Dordenma statue and explore the Punakha Valley before sitting back to watch the unique and colourful displays of traditional culture performed at the city's most popular event.

Start

Paro

End

Paro

Destination

Paro

Days

8

Pace

Medium

Range

Signature

Max Group Size

Min 15 - Max 16

Min Age

15

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Trip Code: TFEST

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Thimphu Tshechu Festival - See the colourful masked dance performances and other cultural displays at the city's most popular event

  • Paro - Enjoy a guided tour of the city, including the National Museum and Rinphung Dzong

  • Punakha Valley - Hike up to Chimi Lhakhand Temple (the temple of Divine Madman) and camp next to scenic Mo Chu River

  • Picturesque villages of Talo or Nobgang - Explore the ancestral home of the Queen Mothers of Bhutan

  • See Dochula Pass - Himalayan peaks - Masagang, Tsendagang, Terigang, Jejegangphugang, Gangkar Punsum

  • Thimphu - Explore Bhutan’s capital city including, the Memorial Chorten, Kuenselphodrang, a handmade paper factory and Drubthob Nunnery

  • Handicraft Emporium - Browse through beautiful hand-woven and crafted products in Thimphu

  • Tiger’s Nest Monastery - Hike up to this famous Buddhist monastery, perched on a cliff face

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

Sustainable Development Fees
7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners
6 nights 3 star hotels and 1 night camping near the banks of scenic Mo Chu River
Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 & day 8 (only)
Guided sightseeing of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and the Punakha Valley
Traditional Bhutanese dinner at a farm house, giving you the opportunity to interact with a local family
Escorted by a licensed English-speaking local tour guide
All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles

Not Included

International flights
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration8 days
StartParo
EndParo
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group16 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $4,585
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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