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  • Duration: 8 days
  • Departs: 30/09/2023
  • Arrives: 23/09/2023
  • Price: $300

Thimphu Tshechu [07 Days] The Thimphu Festival (Tsechu) is one of the grandest of Bhutan's festivals and attracts the largest audience. 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. The Thimphu Tsechu was established by the 4th Temporal Ruler, Tenzing Rabgye (1638-1696) in 1670. This festival also provides a great opportunity to witness locals gathered in their finest Ghos and Kiras in a celebration of their culture and faith. This tour also visits sacred sites in Paro, Thimphu and Punakha. There is also an optional day tour of the beautiful Haa Valley available as part of this tour.

Black-Necked Crane Festival [09 Days] To the villagers, the annual arrival of black-neck cranes is an event that holds great significance. As well as heralding the beginning of winter, some believe these endangered birds to be the reincarnation of two deities who are said to be protectors of this beautiful valley. When both arriving and leaving, these graceful birds will circle the Gangtey Goempa three times. To the locals, this represents the honoring of the three sacred jewels of Buddhism and the request and gratitude for their protection and care during their stay. The Black-necked Crane Festival is held every year in Phobjikha on November 11th, coinciding with the birth anniversary celebrations of His Majesty the King. Organized by Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) and the Phobjikha Environment Management Committee (PEMC), the festival started in 1998 and aims at spreading awareness on the cranes and the traditions as well as cultura of local people.

Best Tour of Bhutan [10 Days / 09 Nights] Best Tour of Bhutan showcases the diverse Bhutanese landscape and the rich vibrant culture of the kingdom that calls itself the Land of the Thunder Dragon. The 10-day trip combines touring well-known landmarks in Paro, Punakha and Thimphu and gaining some hiking experience by walking in the country's most spectacular landscapes including the famous Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery. During the tour we visit several dzongs (fortresses), monasteries and temples scattered throughout the kingdom. We also hike in the famous Haa Valley which is situated in the north-west of Bhutan bordering Tibet. With its three prominent hills representing the three guardian deities, this valley is said to have been named Haa meaning mystical by Guru Padma Sambava himself.

BHUTAN EAST TO WEST [15 Nights/16 Days] This cultural-tour can be juxtaposed to Bhutan's most challenging trekking route, the Snow Man Trek in the high Himalayas, as it traverses for 16 days from Western Bhutan to the East, offering you glimpses of the historical and cultural bastions of the Kingdom Providing a very comprehensive picture of the Kingdom, it will take you intro the different regions of Bhutan, diverse in ethnicity, way of life and dialects. Another catch of this trip is the immeasurable natural beauty and a plethora of flora and fauna along the way. Guwahati (India- Samdrup Jongkhar), Trashigang: Khaling Blind school, Trashigang Dzong, Merak-Sakteng, Ranjung Woesel Chholing Monastery, Rangjung town. Trashiyangtse: Gom Kora temple, Chorten Kora. Mongar : Drametse monastery, Mongardzong, yaggangLhakhang. Lhuntse: Lhuntse Dzong. Bumthang : JambayLhakhang, Chakhar Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Tamshing Lhakhang, Jakar Dzong, Chummy village. Wangduephodrang: Phobjikha. Punakha : Chhimi Lhakhang, Punakha Dzong, Khuruthang town. Thimphu: Buddha Point/ Kuensel Phodrang, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Changangkha Lhakhang, Motithang Takin Preserve, Traditional Medicine Institute, Folk Heritage Museum, National Institute for Zorig Chusum, Dochula pass. Paro: Rinpung Dzong, Taktsang (Tiger nest).

PUNAKHA DROMCHOE FESTIVAL [8 nights / 9 days] Punakha was an ancient capital of Bhutan and it still one of the residences of our head Lama, the Ja Kempo. The Dzong is one of the most important and stunning buildings in Bhutan. The walled fortress contains a number of important temples, sprawling courtyards. Situated at the auspicious confluence of two rivers, against a backdrop of gentle hills, Punakha Dzong is a spectacular venue for a festival. This tour allows you to see the festival opening and closing festival days, while in the interim traveling through some really beautiful parts of the country and visiting another very important Dzong, Trongsa.

Amankora Journey [11 Days] The tiny Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan awaits, nestled high in the Himalayas its isolation from the world has cultivated a culture rich in traditions, religion and a benevolent monarchy. The dramatic landscapes, from snow capped peaks and deeply forested slopes to raging, boulder strewn rivers, sit largely undisturbed as the endeared environmental initiatives and religious beliefs leave the Kingdom pristine and a jewel of nature. The program takes you into this ancient Kingdom for an adventure into the hearts and lands of charming farmers, fascinating weavers, enchanting monks and charismatic leaders.

Amankora Journey [06 Days] The tiny Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan awaits, nestled high in the Himalayas its isolation from the world has cultivated a culture rich in traditions, religion and a benevolent monarchy. The dramatic landscapes, from snow capped peaks and deeply forested slopes to raging, boulder strewn rivers, sit largely undisturbed as the endeared environmental initiatives and religious beliefs leave the Kingdom pristine and a jewel of nature. The program takes you into this ancient Kingdom for an adventure into the hearts and lands of charming farmers, fascinating weavers, enchanting monks and charismatic leaders.

Luxury Himalayan Adventure[6 Days] Experience complete immersion in Bhutan's extraordinary landscape and cultural heritage in this four-night package. Using Uma Paro as your comfortable base-accommodation is included on a full-board basis, excluding beverages-our experienced guides lead guests through the Paro Valley on two separate day walks, incorporating Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery, the National Museum, Drukgyel Dzong and a visit to the ancient temple of Kyichu Lhakhang. Guests may enjoy exploring the local monasteries and also spend a day exploring the highest road pass in Bhutan (Chele La), and perhaps also the remote Haa Valley carpeted in flowers and pine, where the Bhutanese continue their age-old rural existences.

The Last Shangri-La [10 Days] Discover the highlights of Bhutan's popular western and spiritual central valleys in luxury. Visit Dzongs, temples, monasteries, palaces, and witness Bhutan's ever-changing scenic beauty of forests and himalayan peaks from the comfort of a luxury 4WD. For those with a little less time or are interested in a birds-eye view, we can easily organise helicopter transfers. At the end of the day you will unwind at your luxurious accommodation, options including Taj Tashi, Uma Punakha, Amankora, Gangtey Goenpa Lodge, Um Paro and Zhiwa Ling Paro resorts, experiencing their first class service and facilities including massage, spa, well-being therapies and fine dining. This tour included a night in the stunning Phobjikha Valley, winter home of the endangered Black-Necked Crane. We can also organise a range of add-on options to you provide the most luxurious and unforgettable experience of the Dragon Kingdom.

URA TSHECHU FESTIVAL [12 nights/ 13 days] Ura is located in a beautiful and secluded valley in Central Bhutan just beyond the terminus of most tourist itineraries. As a result, this festival remains one of the most traditionally authentic.