Punakha Tshechu Festival in Bhutan 2022
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Punakha is located in the western part of Bhutan and it served as the capital until 1955 after which the capital was moved to Thimphu. Punakha today is the winter residence of Bhutan’s central monastic body and the fortress houses sacred relics and remains of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel, Bhutanese saint who unified Bhutan. Punakha festival is one of the most interesting event that one shouldn’t miss! mail us at travelamedewa@gmail.com or visit www.amedewa.com to get your free quotation on festival packages and know more.
Punakha Drubchen and Tschechu
Punakha Drubchen is a unique festival which host dramatic recreation of scene from the battle with the Tibetans in the 17th century.
Punakha Tshechu consist of mask dances with other cultural program and the five day event is mainly dedicated to Mahakala.
Schedule of Punakha Festival: 12 -14 March, 2022
7 Nights 8 Days Punakha Festival Tour detials
Day 1: Arrival to Paro international airport
Upon arrival your guide and driver will meet greet you right outside the airport with Tashi Khadar, traditional way of receiving our guest and drive to Thimphu.
On the way visit iron bridge built by Thang Thong Gyalpo and then visit Thimphu Tashichodzong in the evening.
Day 2: Thimphu sightseeing
Visit Simply Bhutan Museum, watching local dances and old artefacts, playing archery.
National Memorial Chorten, built in memory of Third king Jigme Dorji Wangchuck and monument to world peace.
Buddha Dordenma, a gigantic statue overlooking Thimphu valley.
Bhutan Postal Museum, to get your own personalised stamps.
Traditional paper making factory, which is only few minutes drive from Thimphu city.
Motithang Takin preserve, for Bhutan’s national animal “Takin”.
Halt at the hotel/resorts
Day 3: Hike to Tango and Cheri Monastery
Hike to Tango monastery takes 1–2 hours and we have the option of taking pack lunch on your hike.
Next we will hike to Cheri monastery which is an hour hike.
Institute for Zorig Chusum, where Bhutanese students undergo six years training on 13 arts and craft of Bhutan.
Visit local farmhouse for dinner and mingle with the locals.
Halt at the hotel/resorts
Day 4: Drive Thimphu to Punakha
Drive to Punakha is around 2 hours usually, on the way we will make a stop at Dochula Pass, 108 Druk Wangyel Chorten which was built to commemorate Bhutan’s victory over Indian militants.
Punakha Dzong, the palace of bliss or great happiness is arguably the most beautiful dzong in the country.
Suspension bridge, probably the longest suspension bridge in the country offering amazing view of Punakha valley.
The fertility temple, also known as Chimi lhakhang is located at Sopsokha village. A short hike through paddy field is very scenic and takes around 45mins to reach the temple.
Punakha Festival, we will make a visit to the festival and watch mask dances and other cultural programs.
Halt at the hotel/resorts
Day 5: Punakha to Paro
Drive to Paro is around 3 hours. In paro we will visit Paro Ringpung Dzong, which houses both monastic body and administrative office.
National museum, also known as Ta dzong served as watch tower and now houses the national museum.
Kichu Lhakhang, built in the 7th century and one of the oldest temple in Bhutan.
Halt at the hotel/resorts
Day 6: Drive to Haa valley via Chelela Pass
Drive to Haa vallley is around 3–4 hours, on the way we will visit Chelela pass which is the highest point sitting at 3988m above sea level.
we will visit lhakhang Karpo, white temple and lhakhang nagpo, black temple
we will return back to Paro or halt at local homestay or resorts/hotels depending with your requirements.
Day 7: Paro Tiger’s Nest
Today we will trek to Tiger’s nest also known as Paro Taktsang which is around 5–6 hours trek and its one of the must do things while you are in Bhutan.
Relax in the evening with good Hotstone bath
if you are interested to visit pubs, arrangements shall be done accrodingly. Please let us know in advance.
Halt at the hotel/resorts or hoemstays.
Day 8 : Depart Paro
we thank you for visiting Bhutan with us and hope you had a great time.
we bid farewell and drop you at the airport.
Thank you and Tashi Delek!
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Hotel/Resort, Minimum 3 star property
Hotel Norpheling/ Hotel Thimphu Tower/ Jambayang Resort or any equivalent 3 star in Thimphu
Drubchu Resort/ Zhimkhang Resort/ Hotel lobesa or any equivalent 3 star in Punakha
Mandala Resort/ Village lodge/ Tenzingling Resort or any equivalent 3 star in Paro
· Accommodation on twin sharing basis in min 3-star Hotels/resorts
· Tour car like Hyundai H1, Toyota Bus, SUV or any equivalent with well experienced driver
· Bhutan visa and all taxes and surcharges
· Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
· Museum/monument/entrance fees
· All sightseeing and airport transfers
· English speaking guide
· Daily mineral bottled water
· Hotel outside Bhutan
· Personal Expenses/hot stone bath and expenses for playing archery.
· Tips to driver or Guide.
· River Rafting expenses in Punakha
· Mountain Biking
· Flight to Bhutan and outbound flight
· Alcoholic drink and night outs
Tour costing:
USD 1600 for 1 pax
USD 1530 per head for 2 pax
USD 1300 per head for 3 pax and above.
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