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Thimphu Festival Tour Bhutan

9 days
From Kathmandu to Paro
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
Age range 7 to 90
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Highlights

  • Arrive in the scenic Paro valley
  • Explore Tashichho Dzong and local festivals
  • Visit the giant Buddha Dordenma statue
  • Discover Punakha Dzong and local markets
  • Climb to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Fly from Kathmandu to Paro.
  2. Day 2 Drive to Tashichho Dzong.
  3. Day 3 Sightseeing ( Bhutan Post Office, School of Traditional Arts and Crafts and the Weekend Market )
  4. Day 4 Thimpu Sightseeing, Punakha Valley via Dochu La, Chimmi Lhakhang.
  5. Day 5 Exploration of the scenic Punakha Valley.
  6. Day 6 Drive to the Phobjikha valley.
  7. Day 7 Phobjikha Valley to Paro, Chuzom, Tamchog Lhakhang to Paro.
  8. Day 8 Walking in Taktsang
  9. Day 9 Transfer to International Airport for your final Departure.
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Customer Reviews

  • CB
    · May 13th, 2024
    DO NOT EVER book with TourRadar. We had a terrible experience - both with TourRadar and its contractor Sherpa Expeditions and Trekking. Money was stollen by a subcontractor of Sherpa, our visas were not timely issued, our trip was delayed and assigned to yet another subcontractor who put together a "super budget" tour on the nearly $12K I paid to TourRadar. We were limited to a very tight daily budget for meals and hotels. Most hotels cost about $30/night and lunches were limited to about $5/pp. We had to constantly argue about accommodations and meals. After many complaints to TourRadar and Sherpa, nothing has been done. No refunds are forthcoming, and I shall never book through TourRadar again - and I would recommend if you're reading this review that you find another agency to work with.
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • ED
    · February 25th, 2020
    I designed this trip so I could see four October festivals in various locations. Tshring and his team were very responsive and accommodating throughout the design process and creating a custom tour for me, as well as on the one occasion when I needed them during the tour itself. I traveled solo, so had a private car (very clean), driver (Mr. dorje -- top notch), and guide (Mr. Tshring, Dorje -- very knowledgeable, professional, and attentive). I stayed 10 nights but you could do it in 7 and still see lots of festivals and plenty of temples.
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    Sherpa Expedition & Trekking Pvt. Ltd. commented on this review
    Dear Emma Davis, Thank you very much for your time to leave us a comment on the TourRadar page. We are pleased to know that you had a great time in Bhutan with us. We wish to welcome you again for the next adventure in the nearest future. Have a great... Show more
    Trip date: February 2020
  • MV
    · February 16th, 2020
    This is a trip of a lifetime! Our experience with Sherpa Expedition and Trekking made that experience personal and informative. Both our guide and driver were gracious hosts and made every effort to make sure we were comfortable. We had 2 in our tour and our guides kept the trip moving at a comfortable pace. They were very personable and engaging. I would certainly recommend Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. They were especially good in communication for planning the trip and made every effort to meet our needs.
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    Sherpa Expedition & Trekking Pvt. Ltd. commented on this review
    Dear Matias Viera,Thank you very much for your time to leave us a comment on the TourRadar page. We are pleased to know that you had a great time in Nepal with us. We wish to welcome you again for the next adventure in the nearest future. Have a great... Show more
    Trip date: February 2020
  • H
    · November 24th, 2019
    Excellent, very professional for Himalaya tours, we visit almost the holy Buddha places and sightseeing around the Paro, old capital Punakha and Thimpu as well, feel the typical culture of Bhutan and Nepal”
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    Sherpa Expedition & Trekking Pvt. Ltd. commented on this review
    Dear Hebrew, Thank you very much for your time to leave us a comment on the TourRadar page. We are pleased to know that you had a great time in Nepal with us. We wish to welcome you again for the next adventure in the nearest future. Have a great time... Show more
    Trip date: November 2019
  • H
    · September 9th, 2019
    Thimphu Tshechu celebration is seen by a huge...
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    Sherpa Expedition & Trekking Pvt. Ltd. commented on this review
    Dear Hekiyis, Thank you very much for your time to leave us a comment on the TourRadar page. We are pleased to know that you had a great time in Bhutan with us. We wish to welcome you again for the next adventure in the nearest future. Have a great time... Show more
    Trip date: September 2019

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9 days
Thimphu Festival Tour Bhutan
From Kathmandu to Paro

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    Debra

    Asked on August 2nd, 2022

    When do we need to go to see the festival? We would prefer to go in october?

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    • Sherpa Expedition & Trekking Pvt. Ltd.OperatorWritten August 2022

      The Grand Thimphu Tshechu Festival in Bhutan 2022, Festival dates: 5 – 7th October 2022. Venue: Courtyard of Tashichho Dzong, Thimphu (The Capital city).

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      Debra

      TravelerWritten August 2022

      Yes we are still very much interested to go but i have not received anything from sherpa expedition & trekking pvt ltd.

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    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Bhutan. Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Nepal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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