Tour Summary
The flawlessly executed sacred event is the culmination of the dedication and years of hard work the monks put in to master the nuances of performing masked dance. The monks perform the dance wearing colorful silk brocade and ferocious mask. The event encapsulates the essence of the traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan and its culture. The highlight of the Paro Tshechu is the unfurling of the Thongdrel on the final day. At the break of dawn, the giant applique scroll is unfurled for public display. The painting depicts a seated Guru Rinpoche. Locals believe that a mere sight of the painting cleanses bad karma and accumulate good merits.
Detail itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Paro
After landing into the country, you will be welcomed by our representatives, your guide and driver for the rest of your trip.
Drive from Paro to Thimphu. Distance: 54 Km| Driving Time: 1 hour.
After which you will be driven to Thimphu where you will be taken to your hotel to relax after an exhausting flight. After getting refreshed and taking lunch you will be taken around for sightseeing. In Thimphu you will visit some major attractions like the 17th century fort, Buddha point, the memorial Chorten and many more. After sightseeing you will be taken to your hotel.
Places to visit:
Memorial Stupa Buddha Dordenma
Day 2: Visit to Punakha
Distance: 31Km|Driving Time: 1 hour
After breakfast you will be driven to Dochula pass. Dochula pass is located at an elevation of 3100 meters. The pass is one of the most idyllic passes of Bhutan. The pass is dotted with some 108 stupas built in honor of the fourth Druk Gyalpo (4th King) of Bhutan overlooking it stands the beautiful Druk Wangyal Lhakhang. After visiting these sites you will have lunch at Dochula Cafeteria.
Lunch at Dochula Cafeteria
After sightseeing you will have lunch at Dochula Cafeteria
Drive to Punakha. Distance: 63Km Driving |Time: 1 and half hour
After a brief lunch at Dochula, you will be driven to Punakha. As you enter Punakha you will notice the beautiful valley with its well preserved nature and its tradition. The valley is absolutely amazing with its traditional two storied houses speckled over the lush land surrounded by neatly trimmed terraces of rice fields. The valley holds a special place in the history of Bhutan as considerable amount of significant events took place in this region. Even to this day national events are witness in Punakha also because Punakha was the former capital of the country. At Punakha you will visit the palace of great bliss known as the Punakha Dzong and the longest suspension bridge over the Pho Chu River. After sightseeing you will be taken to your hotel.
Places to visit:
Dochula Pass Punakha Dzong Suspension Bridge Chimi Lhakhang – The Fertility Temple
Day 3: Drive back to Paro
Drive from Punakha to Paro. Distance: 126.9 km Driving Time: 3 h. 25 min.
After breakfast you will be driving to Paro. On the way you will also visit the Fertility temple. The Chimi Lhakhang or the fertility temple is credited to the maverick saint Drukpa Kuenley who blessed the site by subduing the Dochula demon. The temple is famous for its belief that childless couples are blessed with children after visiting the temple and performing rituals.
After driving for another 3 hours you will be in Paro. At Paro you will be taken to you hotel and after resting for a while and taking lunch you will be taken around Paro town for sightseeing. You will visit some major attractions like the Paro watch tower museum, the Paro Dzong, the Kyichu Lhakhang.
After visiting these sites, you will be dropped off at your hotel for dinner and to rest.
Places to visit:
Dumtseg Lhakhang Tachog Lhakhang Paro Town National Museum of Bhutan Drukgyel Dzong Kyichu Lhakhang
Overnight stay at a hotel in Paro
Day 5: Hike to Taktsang
Hike to Taktshang is the perfect way to end your memorable journey through Bhutan. Tiger’s nest monastery is located on a cliff at over 900 meters above Paro valley. It will take 4 hours to reach the monastery from the base where you will be dropped off. The steep trail takes you through lush green diverse forest and prayer flags all the way guiding you. The monastery is credited to a Buddhist master Guru Rinpoche. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche flew to the site of the monastery riding atop a flying tigress and meditated in the cave for many years. The monastery still encloses the particular cave where Guru Rinpoche meditated.
After completing the hike you will be again picked up from the Base and will be taken to your hotel.
Places to visit:
Tigers Nest
Day 6: Depart From Paro
Take back beautiful memories.
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