Paro Tshechu - Mar
One of the most colorful festivals in Paro Dzongkhag, culminating in the unveiling of the giant Guru Throngdel thangkha, across Paro, Punakha, Gangtey, and Thimphu.
- Duration
- 8 Nights / 9 Days
- Tour style
- Festival Tour
- Best season
- Spring (March, April, May) and Autumn (September, October, November)
- Route
- Paro · Punakha · Gangtey / Phobjikha Valley · Thimphu
Festival dates
- Paro Tshechu
18 – 22 March 2027
Rinpung Dzong, Paro
Festival dates are tentative and set by the Department of Tourism; we confirm them when you book.
Overview
The Paro Tshechu is held every spring and is one of the most colorful and significant events in Paro Dzongkhag, drawing visitors from neighboring areas. A highlight comes on the final morning when monks unveil the Guru Throngdel, a massive embroidered thangkha — Thongdrols are considered so sacred that simply seeing one is said to cleanse the viewer of sin.
Trip highlights
- The unveiling of the Guru Throngdel on the festival's final morning
- Masked dances performed by monks throughout the festival
- Sightseeing across Paro, Punakha, Gangtey, and Thimphu
Places Covered
Daily Itinerary
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What's included
- Sustainable Development Fee
- 3-star accommodations (twin/double sharing)
- E-visa
- Private tour with guide and driver
- All buffet meals and evening tea
- Airport transfers and internal transportation
- Sightseeing with entrance fees
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Bottled water throughout
What's not included
- International or domestic airfares
- Travel/medical insurance
- Guide or driver airfare
- Services not listed
- Costs from mishaps, strikes, or unrest
- Beverages and personal expenses
- Gratuities
Tailor-made pricing
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Price depends on group size, season and hotel category.
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- Itinerary tailored to your dates and group
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