Thimphu Festival, which was established between 1705 to 1709 by Kunega Gyeltshen, the first reincarnation of Jampel Dorji, has an intriguing origin story. Thimphu Tshechu, is a vibrant festival dedicated to the local deities. Initially, the festival took place over eight months of the Bhutanese calendar, and it was introduced during the reign of the fourth Desi Tenzin Rabgye (1638-1696).
THIMPHU Festival Tour-24th to 26th September 2024
The Thimphu Festival Tour of Bhutan is celebrated in the fall. This time of the year has a clear blue sky with absolutely beautiful weather.
The Thimphu Festival Tour of Bhutan 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, Tsechu (festivals) are one of the best ways to experience the ancient living culture of Bhutan.
A Tsechu is a Buddhist festival in honor 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 Kira’s to celebrate. This tour also visits sacred sites in Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha.
Itinerary Overview
DAY 01: ARRIVE PARO – THIMPHU. DAY 02: ATTEND THIMPHU FESTIVAL. DAY 03: THIMPHU FESTIVAL TOUR. DAY 04: THIMPHU – PUNAKHA SIGHTSEEING. DAY 05: PUNAKHA – THIMPHU – PARO. DAY 06: PARO. DAY 07: DEPART PARO
Thimphu Festival Program list
- Arrival of chief guest
- Marchang ceremony by Thimphu gorvernor
- Dance performance by Locals
- Mask dance performed by monk body
- Blessing offering by Lama
Flight Details for Thimphu Festival Tour
Flights into Bhutan for 2024 schedule is released.
Thimphu Festival Dates : 24th to 26th Sept 2024
All of our trips are private, tailor-made tours for independent travel. We can customize your tours and trips according to your choice of date and time so that you can spend more time in the places doing the activities that you are interested in. This tour can be experienced all year around.
Trip Highlights
- Attend Thimphu Festival