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Bhutan Explorer & Jambay Lhakhang Festival

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12 days

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
18 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
EasyLight physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Paro, Bhutan

Paro, Bhutan

Highlights

Experience one of Bhutan’s most intimate festivals, the Jambay Lhakhang Tshechu, with sacred masked dances and rare midnight fire rituals

Visit Bhutan’s iconic dzongs – fortress-monasteries that blend spiritual devotion with centuries-old architecture and local power

Walk the wetlands of Gangtey (Phobjikha) Valley, where black-necked cranes arrive in October to roost in this alpine sanctuary

Absorb wondrous views of Jomolhari (7326m), Bhutan's most sacred mountain

Hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest), Bhutan’s most revered pilgrimage site perched high above the Paro Valley

Itinerary

Step into the serene valleys and vibrant traditions of Bhutan on the "Bhutan Explorer & Jambay Lhakhang Festival," a 12-day adventure designed with experienced travelers and seniors in mind. This guided tour begins and ends in Paro, immersing you in the untouched wilderness and spiritual heritage of the Himalayan kingdom.

The journey kicks off in the picturesque Paro Valley, home to the iconic Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery. You’ll traverse dramatic mountain landscapes, from the Dochu La pass to the spiritual heartland of Bumthang, renowned for its ancient monasteries and the birthplace of Bhutanese Buddhism. Timed to coincide with the Jambay Lhakhang Festival, the tour offers a rare opportunity to witness vibrant mask dances and timeless rituals, providing deep cultural insight into Bhutanese life.

The unique selling point of this tour package is its seamless blend of Bhutan’s ‘must-see’ highlights with the atmospheric Jambay Lhakhang Festival, giving culturally curious travelers access to authentic celebrations in an otherwise mystical and remote setting.

Day 1Arrive Paro (2200m) and drive to Thimphu (2400m)
Day 2Explore Thimphu
Day 3Drive to Punakha (1300m) via Dochu La (drive approx 4-5 hrs)
Day 4Explore Punakha
Day 5Drive to Trongsa (drive approx 4-5 hrs)
Day 6Drive to Bumthang (drive approx 2.5 hrs)
Day 7Jambay Lhakhang Festival, Bumthang
Day 8To Gangtey/ Crane Valley (drive approx 5-6 hrs)
Day 9Explore Gangtey Valley
Day 10Drive to Paro (drive approx 5 hrs)
Day 11Trek to Taktsang Monastery
Day 12Trip concludes in Paro
Bhutan Explorer & Jambay Lhakhang Festival

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What's Included

Accommodation
Good quality accommodation on a twinshare basis throughout
Meals
11 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 11 dinners
Transport
Private internal transport throughout
Guide
English speaking local guide
Others
All airport transfersSightseeing & sight entry fees as listedBhutan Government visa and sustainability fees

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AnonymousOn Nov 20, 2023

Great trip. Great guides. Great tour. Well thought out trip planning.

AnonymousOn Nov 8, 2023

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AnonymousOn Nov 7, 2023

All of us on the trip were very well traveled, but this particular trip went beyond our high expectations. The landscape, the architecture, and beauty of virtually every inch of Bhutan were stunning beyond measure, and Tandin and Tashi were fantastic guides. An incredible experience.

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