Paro Tshechu Festival Tour

Paro Tshechu is Bhutan’s most famous and most vibrant festival, drawing visitors from around the world to the courtyard of the majestic Rinpung Dzong. Over several days, monks and laypeople in elaborate costumes and masks perform sacred cham dances that dramatize Buddhist teachings and the life of Guru Rinpoche. The festival culminates before dawn on the final morning with the unfurling of the giant Thongdrel — an enormous sacred appliqué tapestry whose very sight is believed to cleanse the viewer of sin. This tour is timed to place you at the heart of the celebrations while also covering Paro and Thimphu’s essential cultural highlights, including the iconic Tiger’s Nest.

Please note: festival dates are tentative and set by the lunar calendar; final dates are confirmed by the Department of Tourism closer to the event.

Daywise Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive Paro

Arrive at Paro International Airport and meet your guide. Visit Rinpung Dzong (the festival venue) and the National Museum. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Paro.

Day 2 : Paro Tshechu (festival day)

Spend the day immersed in the Tshechu at Rinpung Dzong — sacred mask dances, folk performances, and the colorful gathering of local families in their finest traditional dress. Prime opportunities for cultural photography. Overnight in Paro.

Day 3 : Hike to Tiger’s Nest (Paro Taktsang)

Morning hike to the cliffside Paro Taktsang, Bhutan’s most sacred monastery. Afternoon exploring Paro town and its craft shops. Overnight in Paro.

Day 4 : Paro to Thimphu

Drive to the capital. Visit the Buddha Dordenma, the Memorial Chorten, and Tashichho Dzong. Explore the weekend market and local craft centers. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 5 : Thimphu sightseeing

Visit the Folk Heritage Museum, the Institute for Zorig Chusum (traditional arts), and the Takin Preserve (Bhutan’s national animal). Free time for last-minute shopping. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 6 : Departure

Transfer to Paro for your onward flight. Trip concludes.

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) as mandated by the Royal Government of Bhutan.
Accommodation in certified 3★ / 4★ / 5★ hotels (as per package selection).
Daily meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
Licensed English-speaking Bhutanese tour guide.
Private transportation with experienced driver throughout the trip.
Airport transfers (arrival & departure).
All internal travel permits and route permits.
Entrance fees to monuments, museums, and cultural sites.
Bottled drinking water during sightseeing.
Government taxes and service charges.
Basic travel assistance and on-ground support.
No Hidden Fees/Costs.

Exclusions

International airfare to and from Bhutan.
Visa fee for Bhutan (if applicable).
Travel insurance (highly recommended).
Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, shopping, etc.).
Alcoholic beverages and bar bills.
Tips and gratuities for guide and driver.
Optional activities (e.g., spa treatments, hot stone bath, special cultural shows).
Single room supplement (if not specified in the package).
Charges for camera/video permits at certain sites.
Any expenses arising due to flight delays, cancellations, weather conditions, or unforeseen circumstances.
Emergency evacuation and medical expenses.