Kyichu Lhakhang
It is one of the two most sacred and the oldest temples in Bhutan, built in 7th century by Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo (the 33rd Tibetan king, who is also the manifestation of avoloketeshivara, commonly known to Bhutanese as Chenrize). The legend tells that a giant demon was terrorizing the whole of Himalayan region, preventing the spread of Buddhism, so to subdue it the king built 108 temples in one day all over the Himalayan region out of which 2 are in Bhutan (Kichu Lhakhang in Paro & Jambay Lhakhang in Bumthang). Kyichu Lhakhang was built on her left foot. The temple of Jokhang in Lhasa was built over the very heart of the demoness.
Domkhar Festival |Domkhar Festival Travel Packages | Bumthang Festival Tours |Domkhar Tsechu Tours|
(07 – 09 May 2025)
The Domkhar Festival is an enchanting celebration held in Domkhar village, Bhutan. This annual event honors the local deity, Domkhar Tashi, with a display of vibrant traditions. The festival features masked dances, traditional songs, and cultural performances that captivate both locals and visitors. Pilgrims gather at the Domkhar Lhakhang to seek blessings and partake in the festivities. With its blend of spirituality and culture, the Domkhar Festival offers a glimpse into Bhutan’s rich heritage, creating lasting memories for all who attend.
Nimalung Festival |Nimalung Festival Travel Packages| Nimalung Tsechu Tours |Festivals of Bumthang|
(03 – 05 July, 2025)
The Nimalung Festival is a sacred Bhutanese celebration held in the Nimalung Monastery. This annual event pays homage to Guru Rinpoche, with monks and devotees coming together to perform intricate masked dances and rituals. The festival is known for its exquisite costumes and vibrant performances that depict ancient legends and teachings. Pilgrims from all around gather to witness these cultural and spiritual displays, making the Nimalung Festival a cherished and spiritually enriching experience in the heart of Bhutan.
Wangdue Phodrang Festival |Wangdi Phodrang Festival Tour Packages |Wangdiphodrang Festival Tours|
(30 Sept – 02 October, 2025)
Wangdue Phodrang Festival Tour detail informations A Brief Description 06 Nights/07 days in Bhutan The Wangdue Phodrang Festival, held annually at the historic Wangdue Phodrang Dzong in Bhutan, is a vibrant celebration of the nation’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. Taking place over three days in the autumn, the festival attracts locals and visitors alike to partake in its lively and meaningful traditions. The festival’s highlight is the series of sacred masked dances, performed by monks and lay performers adorned in intricate costumes. These dances, inspired by Buddhist mythology, are both spiritual and symbolic, believed to ward off negative energies and bless the onlookers. Each performance conveys profound moral lessons, emphasizing themes such as compassion, the fleeting nature of life, and the ultimate triumph of virtue over vice. A major attraction of the festival is the unfurling of the sacred Thongdrol, a giant embroidered Buddhist tapestry. Witnessing this revered artifact is thought to cleanse devotees of sins and bring immense spiritual merit. Book Now Tour Highlights Detailed Itnerary Plan Your Trip Value-Added Option Festival provides the occasions for the community to get together Explore how these religious dances convey religious messages to the people. Discover how it brings joy and happiness to all sentient beings. It is also a time, where the Bhutanese will dress up with their finest traditional dresses. Festivals play a very important role in the essence of Bhutanese culture. Festivals are combination of both the spiritual and social. Festival teaches the basic precepts of Buddhism to the people. Mingle and be like local and happy people of Bhutan. Family members are gathered together during the festivals. Explore, Discover and enjoy the religious festivals held in the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan. By witnessing the festivals, our sins are removed and blessed with virtues and merits. Day 01. Arrive to Paro – Transfer to Thimphu The flight into Paro on our national carrier, Druk Air, is a befitting introduction to the spectacular beauty of our country. In clear weather, magnificent views of the world’s highest peaks like Gangkar Puensum, give way to the lush green Paro valley as you land. Your Bhutanese escort from Authentic Bhutan Tours- For Your Bhutan Experience! will warmly welcome & greet you on arrival, and then to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. The drive will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes along a river valley, past small villages and traditional farmhouses, through peaceful countryside. It’s a small & charming capital city located in the heart of the Himalayas. On reaching Thimphu, we will do a short hike, from Kuensel Phodrang to Depsi (South of Thimphu). Before we start the hike, we will visit the Tallest Buddha Statue in the world. Then we will start the hike. The hiking is more or less very easy and a plain walk through the forest of Pine, Rhododendron and Oak trees. The hike will take about 1-hour 30 mins. We can see Thimphu city, Thimphu River (Wangchhu) and other adjacent towns through this hike. We can also take some fluttering prayer flags (Lungta) and hang them between two to three trees that will bring fortune, happiness and good health to every one in this world including your enemy. In the evening, visit Tashi Chho Dzong, seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan) and stroll around Thimphu town. Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel, Thimphu. Day 02. Thimphu Stay Sightseeing in Thimphu, visit Memorial Chhorten, built in 1974 in the memory of third king late Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, and the temple inside gives good examples of tantric Buddhism and its philosophy. Mothithang minizoo to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin), Zulikha Nunnery, the Thangtong Dewachen nunnery was founded in 1976 by Rikey Jadrel and today it houses the sixty nuns engaged in Buddhist study and practices. Folk Heritage Museum, this Folk Heritage Museum is a showcase, the 19-century farmhouse and the living style of the Bhutanese family. National Library, the National Library was established in 1967 to preserve many ancient Dzongkha and Tibetan texts. Lunch in Thimphu town. After lunch, visit Paper Factory, where Bhutanese Traditional Papers & paper products are made. Weaving Center produces hand-woven textiles on site and has a selection of cloth and ready-made garments for sale. This is one of the few places where you can watch weavers at work, and then Authentic Bhutanese handicrafts. In the evening we will visit Bhutanese Farm House for dinner and Traditional Hot Stone bath. Overnight stay at Thimphu Hotel or we can even organize in Bhutanese Farm House. Day 03. Thimphu – Wangdi After our breakfast, we will drive to Punakha/Wangdi. The road climbs steeply through forests of pine, hemlock spruce and rhododendrons. At Dochula Pass (3150m) you will have a breathtaking panoramic view of the Eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges. The pass is adorned with 108 small stupas and many kinds of prayer flags. Then the road descends through lush forests to the fertile valley of Punakha & Wangdi Phodrang. On reaching Lobesa, we will visit Chhimi Lhakhang, which is located at a hilltop. The temple is known as ‘the temple of fertility’. At Punakha, visit the most beautiful dzongs in Bhutan, Punakha Dzong. After this, we will drive till the view point of Khamsum Yule Namgyle Chhorten, passing the beautiful rural landscape. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Punakha/Wangdi. Day 04. Wangdi Stay Enjoy the Wangdi Festival whole day. Day 05. Wangdi – Paro After breakfast we will drive to Paro. The road will ascend up to the great Dochula Pass. On the way back to Paro offers another chance to view the amazing Himalayan ranges. Stop along the way to take photos wherever you find the best spot for the photography. On Tacho Gang, visit Tachogang Lhakhang, founded by Thangtong Gyalpo who was a wonder-working Tibetan saint and builder of Iron Chain Bridges in Bhutan. You have to cross through the iron
Gangtey Festival |Gangtey Festival Tours |Gangtey Monastery Festival|
(05-07 October, 2025)
Gangtey Festival Tour detail informations A Brief Description 07 Nights/08 days in Bhutan Gangtey Festival, also known as Gangtey Tsechu, is a vibrant and spiritually profound celebration held annually at the serene Gangtey Monastery in Bhutan’s picturesque Phobjikha Valley. This autumn festival honors Guru Rinpoche, the revered saint credited with introducing Buddhism to Bhutan, and serves as a time for devotion, cultural preservation, and communal unity. Set against the stunning golden-hued landscape of the valley, the festival offers a blend of spiritual practices and cultural festivities. Central to the celebration are the mesmerizing masked dances performed by monks and local villagers. Adorned in elaborate costumes and masks, these dances narrate stories from Bhutanese mythology and Buddhist teachings, emphasizing the victory of good over evil. The Black Hat Dance, symbolizing the purification of negative energies, and the unfolding of a giant thangka (sacred Buddhist scroll painting), believed to bless all who behold it, are among the festival’s most cherished highlights. Book Now Tour Highlights Detailed Itnerary Plan Your Trip Value-Added Option Festival provides the occasions for the community to get together Explore how these religious dances convey religious messages to the people. Discover how it brings joy and happiness to all sentient beings. It is also a time, where the Bhutanese will dress up with their finest traditional dresses. Festivals play a very important role in the essence of Bhutanese culture. Festivals are combination of both the spiritual and social. Festival teaches the basic precepts of Buddhism to the people. Mingle and be like local and happy people of Bhutan. Family members are gathered together during the festivals. Explore, Discover and enjoy the religious festivals held in the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan. By witnessing the festivals, our sins are removed and blessed with virtues and merits. Day 01. Arrive to Paro – Transfer to Thimphu The flight into Paro on our national carrier, Druk Air, is a befitting introduction to the spectacular beauty of our country. In clear weather, magnificent views of the world’s highest peaks like Gangkar Puensum, give way to the lush green Paro valley as you land. Your Bhutanese escort from Authentic Bhutan Tours- For Your Bhutan Experience! will warmly welcome & greet you on arrival, and then to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. The drive will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes along a river valley, past small villages and traditional farmhouses, through peaceful countryside. It’s a small & charming capital city located in the heart of the Himalayas. On reaching Thimphu, we will do a short hike, from Kuensel Phodrang to Depsi (South of Thimphu). Before we start the hike, we will visit the Tallest Buddha Statue in the world. Then we will start the hike. The hiking is more or less very easy and a plain walk through the forest of Pine, Rhododendron and Oak trees. The hike will take about 1-hour 30 mins. We can see Thimphu city, Thimphu River (Wangchhu) and other adjacent towns through this hike. We can also take some fluttering prayer flags (Lungta) and hang them between two to three trees that will bring fortune, happiness and good health to every one in this world including your enemy. In the evening, visit Tashi Chho Dzong, seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan) and stroll around Thimphu town. Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel, Thimphu. Day 02. Thimphu Stay Sightseeing in Thimphu, visit Memorial Chhorten, built in 1974 in the memory of third king late Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, and the temple inside gives good examples of tantric Buddhism and its philosophy. Mothithang minizoo to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin), Zulikha Nunnery, the Thangtong Dewachen nunnery was founded in 1976 by Rikey Jadrel and today it houses the sixty nuns engaged in Buddhist study and practices. Folk Heritage Museum, this Folk Heritage Museum is a showcase, the 19-century farmhouse and the living style of the Bhutanese family. National Library, the National Library was established in 1967 to preserve many ancient Dzongkha and Tibetan texts. Lunch in Thimphu town. After lunch, visit Paper Factory, where Bhutanese Traditional Papers & paper products are made. Weaving Center produces hand-woven textiles on site and has a selection of cloth and ready-made garments for sale. This is one of the few places where you can watch weavers at work, and then Authentic Bhutanese handicrafts. In the evening we will visit Bhutanese Farm House for dinner and Traditional Hot Stone bath. Overnight stay at Thimphu Hotel or we can even organize in Bhutanese Farm House. Day 03. Thimphu – Gangtey After our early breakfast, we will drive to Phobjikha via Punakha. The road climbs steeply through forests of pine, hemlock spruce and rhododendrons. At Dochula Pass (3150m) you will have a breathtaking panoramic view of the Eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges. The pass is adorned with 108 small stupas and many kinds of prayer flags. Then the road descends through lush forests to the fertile valley of Punakha & Wangdi Phodrang. On reaching Lobesa, we will visit Chhimi Lhakhang, the temple of fertility and the most beautiful and amazing dzong in Bhutan, Punakha Dzong. Lunch will be served at Punakha. After lunch, we will continue our journey to Phobjikha Valley. Again the road will slowly ascend until Lawala passes. You may spot yaks grazing along the roadside by Lawala Pass. The road descends through semi-tropical vegetation and an alpine environment, with rhododendron trees and dark green dwarf bamboo. Day 04. Gangtey Stay Today we will enjoy the Gangtey Festival whole day. Day 05. Gangtey Stay Today we will enjoy the festival till lunchtime. After lunch, we will do Gangtey Natural Trail Hike. the most beautiful and shortest of the existing nature trails in Bhutan. We can see the valley so panoramically. Visit Black Neck Crane Information Center. Evening stroll around the Phobjikha Valley. Dinner and overnight stay at Phobjikha Valley hotel. Day 06. Gangtey – Paro Today after