Jambay Lhakhang Festival Tour

Trip Overview of Jambay Lhakhang Festival Tour

Bhutan’s numerous festivals are a joyful expression of its culture – and largely inspired by Buddhism.

The Tshechu – or the masked dance festivals – is a rare occasion and a living testimony to the country’s ancient past. These festivals are a dedication to Guru Rinpoche who brought Buddhism to Bhutan in the 7th century. They are held in every district (often in the Dzongs) annually. As it has happened for centuries, people continue to converge at festivals both to pursue their spiritual practice, and to participate in the community event. The Tshechu is a place to see and be seen.

Tshechus are also an important social event for the Bhutanese. People come dressed in their finest. Women wear their most beautiful jewelry, families pack their best food for lunch, men and women joke and exchange tales, and children crane their necks to catch a sight of the day-long dances. (22nd-26th Oct).

Detail itinerary of Jambay Lhakhang Festival Tour

  • DAY 1

    Arrive Paro International Airport

    Receive by Bhutan Travelers representatives. Check into your hotel. After tea visit: Kichu Lhakhang (temple) and Drugyel Dzong. Overnight at hotel in Paro.

  • DAY 2

    Paro

    Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery and hike back (3 hours round trip). Lunch at the Taktsang Cafeteria. Hike back to Paro valley. Visit the National Museum. In the evening, stroll through Paro town. Overnight at hotel in Paro.

  • DAY 3

    Paro - Punakha

    (145 km. About 5 hours drive). After an early breakfast drive to Punakha. En route stop at Dochula Pass (10,000ft. for a cup of tea/coffee and enjoy a spectacular view of the Himalayan mountains. Overnight at hotel in Punakha.

  • DAY 4

    Punakha - Trongsa

    Drive to Trongsa. Visit Chendebji Chorten on the way. Overnight at hotel in Trongsa.

  • DAY 5

    Trongsa-Bumthang

    Morning vist Trongsa Dzong and Ta Dzong. Then drive to Bumthang through lush forests. Overnight at hotel in Bumthang.

  • DAY 6

    Jambay Lhakhang Festival

    Attend Jambay Lhakhang Festival. Overnight at hotel in Bumthang.

  • DAY 7

    Jambay Lhakhang Festiva

    Attend Jambay Lhakhang Festival. Overnight at hotel in Bumthang.

  • DAY 8

    Excursion to Ura Valley

    Morning drive to Ura valley. Explore Ura village and drive to Bumthang in the evening. Overnight at hotel in Bumthang.

  • DAY 9

    Bumthang - Wangdiphodrang

    Drive to Wangdue with stop at Chendebji for lunch. Continue drive to Wangduephodrang. Overnight at hotel in Wangdue.

  • DAY 10

    Wangdiphodrang - Paro via Thimphu

    Drive to Thimphu. After lunch visit the Textile Museum, Takin Reserve (national animal) and some handicraft shops. In the eveving, drive to Paro. Overnight at hotel in Paro.

  • DAY 11

    Depart Paro

    Drive to airport for departure "You May Cotomize the Tour As per your Need & Desire"

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Service Includes
  • Accommodation with all meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
  • All transportation by private vehicle.
  • Sightseeing tour with English speaking Guide as per itinerary including entry fee to museum.
  • Royalties and other taxes. Other than departure tax Bhutan entry visa fee US$ 20 and US$ 10.
Service Excludes
  • Airfares (Kathmandu to Paro, Calcutta to Paro, Dhaka to Paro, Delhi to Paro and Bangkok to Paro for one way and double for round trip flight by Druk Airlines.
  • Bhutan entry visa fees US$ 20, Paro airport tax US$ 10 & US$ 10 for TDF.
  • Hard and soft drinks during the trip.
  • Surcharge, Insurance, Personal expense and Tips