Paro Tsechu is one of the most popular festivals in Bhutan. Featuring dances performed by trained monks and laymen in amazing masks and costumes, Tsechus (festivals) are one of the best ways to experience the ancient living culture of Bhutan. A Tsechu is a Buddhist festival in honour of Guru Rimpoche, the saint who brought Buddhism to Bhutan. A highlight of the Paro Tsechu is the unfurling of the silk Thangka – so large it covers the face of an entire building and is considered one of the most sacred blessings in the whole of Bhutan.
The ‘Thangka, known in Bhutan as a ‘thongdroel’ is a religious picture scroll, and is only exhibited for a few hours at daybreak on the final day of the festival enabling the people to obtain its blessing. This holy scroll “confers liberation by the mere sight of it” (the meaning of the word ‘thongdroel’ in Bhutanese). This tour also takes advantage of the beautiful spring time growth with stunning hikes through the countryside to a Rhododendron forest in Phobjikha, as well as a visit to the Lamperi a Rhododendron Festival near Dochu La Pass.
Tamchog Lhakhang, Tashi Chhodzong and later evening stroll down the Thimphu city.
Buddha Point, National Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Lhakhang, Takin Zoo, Textile Museum, Postal Museum and Folk Heritage Museum.
Dochula pass, Botanical Garden, Chimi Lhakhang & Punakha Dzong.
Morning attend Punakha festival and then drive to Paro Valley. En-route visit Simtokha Dzong and Rimpung Dzong.
Morning hike to Tiger’s Monastery. Afternoon visit Rimpung Dzong and Ta Dzong.
Drive to Chelela pass. Its a two hours drive from Paro. After lunch attend Paro Festival.
After breakfast, drive towards airport for onward journey.