Cultural & Festivals
Glimpse of Bhutan & Tshechu Festival
🕐 6N 7D📍 Paro, Thimphu, Punakha
Overview
This foundational itinerary uncovers the classic valley highlights of Bhutan matching your dates perfectly with local colorful monastery tshechu celebrations.
Experience Highlights
- ✓Hike up to the breathtaking Tiger's Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang)
- ✓Witness magnificent sacred mask dances inside a fortress dzong
- ✓Explore the organic farmhouses and traditional textiles of Thimphu
Typically included
- ✓Licensed Bhutanese cultural guide (trek guide on trek days)
- ✓Private vehicle and driver for the published itinerary
- ✓DoT-certified hotels or registered village homestays (twin share unless stated)
- ✓Daily meals as specified in your confirmed itinerary
- ✓Monument and festival tickets listed in the itinerary
- ✓Bottled water in the vehicle and airport arrival assistance
- ✓Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for every night in Bhutan
- ✓Bhutan visa fee (US$40) or entry-permit processing
Not included
- –International and Paro flights
- –Travel insurance (required for treks)
- –Drinks, laundry, tips, and personal expenses
- –Optional activities and hotel upgrades
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Paro & Transfer to Thimphu
Day 2: Full Day Cultural Exploration in capital Thimphu
Day 3: Scenic drive over Dochula Pass to Punakha valley
Day 4: Discover Punakha Dzong & suspension bridge walkways
Day 5: Drive back to Paro valley for historical tours
Day 6: Pilgrimage hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery
Day 7: Farewell departure at Paro International Airport
Touring cost
From $2,150 per person
Price includes the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) and the US$40 Bhutan visa fee. Trekking programmes require travel insurance that covers high-altitude evacuation before the trek starts. Visa & SDF