Paro Tshechu is one of the most famous festivals in Bhutan. Throngs of people,travel from around the world and neighboring districts to participate in the festivity. On the last day of the celebration, a gigantic Thangkha (Thongdrel) of Guru Rinpoche will be displayed inside the Dzong. The Thongdrel will be displayed early in the morning and for a few hours only. It is believed that one can cleanse their own sins upon viewing the Thongdrel.
Paro International Airport (Google Map)
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Meet and greet at the Paro International Airport and drive to Thimphu.
On the way, view Tamchog monastery built in 1420 by Thang Tong Gyalpo, popularly known as Lama Chazampa.
While in Thimphu, visit to
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Morning, visit to:
Afternoon, hike to Cheri monastery (Hike: 1 hour).
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Morning – Drive to the beautiful Punakha valley. On the way, visit to:
Afternoon – Visit Punakha dzong built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. In early spring, the grand Punakha Tshechu festival is held at the courtyard of the dzong.
In the evening, walk the longest suspension bridge in Bhutan (160 meters) across Pho chu river.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Morning – Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Choling monastery (20 minutes walk one way).
While in Wangdue Phodrang, view the dzong built in 1638 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.
Lunch will be served at Dochu La cafeteria.
Afternoon – Visit to the weekend vegetable market.
In the evening, witness archery match at Changlimithang stadium.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Morning, visit to:
Afternoon – Drive to Paro and witness the Paro festival Bhutan 2024.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Morning – Drive to the Paro Rinpung Dzong to witness the Paro festival Bhutan 2024 (Full Day).
In the evening, excursion to the beautiful Cheli La pass (3988 m) that separates Paro from Haa valley. You can see the beautiful view of the Himalayan ranges including Mt. Jomolhari.
On the way back, visit to the Kila Gompa nunnery.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
Morning – Hike to the Tiger’s nest monastery (Taktsang). It is 2 hours walk uphill till the monastery.
Afternoon, visit to:
In the evening, visit to a Bhutanese Farm house.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
After breakfast, drive to the dzong and witness the Paro tshechu Bhutan 2024 (Full day).
In the evening, free to explore Paro town.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
After breakfast, drive to the airport and farewell (End of Paro Tshechu festival Bhutan 2024 tour).
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