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Making a difference
Tsechu or the religious festivals are usually the main tourist attractions for visitors. Thimphu & Paro Festivals accounts for over 50 per cent of the total arrivals; and certainly Paro Tsechu is the most popular one with its unique unfurling of the world’s biggest Thangka or Thongdrel ceremony. The pageantry is a unique experience and that nothing you have ever seen before…
The festival commemorates deeds of the great saint Guru Rimpoche which are performed in the form of masked dances. The local folk attend these festivals to built merit. It is also a festive time for the locals who come dressed-up in their finest costumes full of color to socialize and merry making. This is not an event organized for tourist; it is an event that has been happening for centuries…”You may get an attention of the Atchara (clown), but the people won’t stare at you like elsewhere”.
| Tour Destination: | Paro Tshechu Festival Tour |
| Group Size: | Min-2, Max 12 |
| Grade: | Easy |
| Transportation: | Private Vehicle |
| Mode of Tour: | Festival, Cultural |
| Total Days: | 11 Days |
| Trip Cost: | From USD 1800 |
| Day | Activities | |
| 01 April 2009 | - | Arrival Paro from Bangkok & drive to Thimphu |
| 02 April 2009 | - | Thimphu sightseeing; evening drive to Punakha |
| 03 April 2009 | - | Punakha & Wangdiphodrang sightseeing |
| 04 April 2009 | - | Drive to Bumthang; Enroute visit Trongsa |
| 05 April 2009 | - | Bumthang sightseeing |
| 06 April 2009 | - | Gangtey/Phobjikha |
| 07 April 2009 | - | Drive back to Paro |
| 08 April 2009 | - | Paro Festival |
| 09 April 2009 | Paro Festival; afternoon sightseeing | |
| 10 April 2009 | Takshang Excursion | |
| 11 April 2009 | Departure |
| Duration | - | 11 days |
| Trip Details: | - | Bhutan Festival Tour - Jambay Lhakhang |
| Activities | - | Cultural Tour, Sightseeing |
| Trip Grade | - | Easy |
| Mode of Travel | - | Private Vehicle |
| Group & Staff | - | Min 2, Max 12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides plus driver |
| Accommodation | - | 'A' Class hotel |
| Land Cost | - | From USD 2000 |
| Airfare Cost | US$788.00 Bangkok - Paro - Bangkok |
Note:- Guaranteed to run for a minimum of 4 clients
- Standard Twin sharing accommodation as per itinerary and hotel confirmed
- Airport transfers and full surface transport as per itinerary.
- All meals ( breakfast, lunch and dinner while in Bhutan.)
- English speaking guide and sightseeing to places.
- National Museum fee in Paro only.
- Upgrade of airfare and type of accommodation.
- Airport taxes and extra baggage.
- Bhutan Visa fee on arrival USD 20.00 per person.
- Tips to guide and driver and other services on tour.
- Bottled drinks, water, laundry, telephone, internet and room service requested.
- Separate car for individual and transport.
- Horse for Tiger's Nest on personal grounds.
- Other entrance fees in Thimphu and other places.
- Travel insurance (buy insurance)
- Tourism Development Fund $10.
Note: - This tour is based on Bangkok being the International flight connecting point. Book your international flights to meet the connection. Current schedule departs Bangkok for Paro at 2 different timings 4.35am and 5.50am Local time. The flight from Paro arrives in Bangkok on 2 timings 2.35pm and 3.00pm local time.
As festival times are the most popular times for visitors to come to Bhutan, flight seats and hotel rooms will be on high demand. Book early to avoid disappointment.
My husband and I went on a trek in Nepal this past August, and we had a fabulous time. It was truly the most unique, beautiful outdoor travel experience that either of us have ever had. For anyone considering trekking in the Himalayas, we highly recommend Raj Tamang as a guide. His company, Responsible Adventures (www.responsibleadventures.com) and (www.notjusttreks.com), is professional and customer-service oriented.
We were amazed at the ways that Raj and his employees went above and beyond to make this experience memorable for us. Raj is a 'walking encyclopedia' of information about the culture and history of Nepal, and his confident, welcoming nature put us at ease. He was experienced at facilitating positive, genuine interaction between Himalayan villagers and Western trekkers such as ourselves, and that made all the difference in our 10 days touring the Manang valley. His company offers a service that is truly a cut above the rest.
We can't wait for another opportunity to trek with Raj! Feel free to check out our story and pics at www.joshandelise2008.blogspot.com
Elise and Josh Drexler
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
