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TOUR DESCRIPTION
Exactly at midnight, a group of men rushes out from the door, swirling and twirling in the air, to the rhythmic accompaniment of traditional mask dance drums and cymbals. Except for their faces, which are covered by a white cloth, the men are all naked. They are known as the sacred naked dancers or Tercham of Jampa Lhakhang Tshechu, which started on November 13 [in 2008]. It is one of the Tshechu’s highlights and a popular item among the spectators.
Some sections of crowd burst into giggles at the sight. The dancers, more than following routine dance moves, generally fool around, sometimes carrying off outrageous stunts. They wear condoms. They play with their organs. They tie ropes around it.
It is said that the dance was introduced by the great treasure discoverer, Tertoen Dorji Lingpa, on the prophecy of the Guru Rinpoche in the 8th century. It was first performed in Nabji Korphu under Trongsa dzongkhag. A band of devils was believed to be causing havoc and misery during the construction of a Lhakhang in the area, destroying the work and delaying it. To distract the devils, Terton Dorji Lingpa launched the naked dance. The outrageous antics of the naked performers during the dance are said to have kept the devil spellbound. In due course, the Lhakhang was completed and consecrated. Terton Dorji Lingpa, who also consecrated Jampa Lhakhang, brought the dance here.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
View sacred dances and rituals performed by monks and laymen in colorful costumes
Wear Bhutanese Traditional attire and join the locals on a special occasion or celebration, blessings and socializing
Explore Bhutan’s central valleys, rich with ancient historical and sacred Buddhist sites
Visit many cultural attractions including medieval fortresses (Dzongs), markets and museums
Experience Bhutan’s unique culture up-close with farmhouse visits and village excursions
Drive over High Mountain passes affording sensational views of the Himalayan peaks
Hike up to the famous Taktsang Monastery, perched on a cliff 900m above the valley floor
Marvel at the elaborate and ancient wall paintings and carvings in Dzongs and temples
Traverse beautiful landscapes from lush valleys to dense forestsFlight into Bhutan via Drukair (can be arranged with us)
Flight on other airlines to catch Drukair Flight
Meals at 4-5 stars restaurants
Hotel stay outside of Bhutan
Expenditure of personal nature
Travel Insurance (can be arranged with us)
Tips for the guide and driver
Language guide
Alcoholic drink
Day 1 : Arrive Paro - Thimphu
The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular mountain flights in the world with a constantly changing panorama of some of the highest mountains on earth. Our team will be there to receive you as you exit Paro Airport completing customs formalities. Upon warm welcome by offering the scarf, our team will then take you to one of the finest restaurants for a Lunch.
After lunch,
- Sightseeing around Paro with a visit to the Ta Dzong, the National Museum of Bhutan. It houses many religious relics, works of art and handicrafts offering a great orientation into Bhutan’s historical, cultural, and religious past.
- Followed by a visit the Rinpung Dzong to see the painting of the great saint Milarepa who is considered as the master of meditation by the Bhutanese and believed to have attained enlightenment in a lifetime. Paro Dzong serves as a central administrative and head of the monastic body of Paro region. It is also a venue for one of the popular festival in the country known as Paro Festival.
- Our team will then drive to the capital, Thimphu (1.5 hours) following the Pachu River. Before dinner at the hotel, there will be an orientation on Bhutanese etiquette by your guide. (Overnight at Thimphu)
Day 2 : Thimphu
Morning hours,
- You will embark on a leisurely hour-long walk to the 18 Century Wangditse monastery situated atop Thimphu. The walk is a nature walk and offers you the best nature can afford. You will also get to see the spectacular view of the Majestic Trashichoe Dzong, The National Assembly, and the Thimphu valley. On your way back from Wangditse, stop by the Motithang Takin Preserve to see the Takin, Bhutan’s National Animal.
- Followed by a visit to Thimphu Changangkha Lhakhang, The fortress-like temple perched on a ridge above central Thimphu hums with pilgrim activity. It was established in the 12th century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo Drukgom Zhigpo. It is traditionally popular among the parents with newborns. They come here to get auspicious names for their newborns or blessings for their young children from the protector deity Tamdrin. You too can get an auspicious name for your children from this temple. Our team will then take you to your hotel for a lunch.
Afternoon,
- Visit the Centennial Farmers Market, where the farmer from all the district of Bhutan come to sell their agriculture and farming products. You will get to see the different products available in Bhutan
- Followed by a visit to Folk Heritage Museum, a living museum of rural life which provides visitors and tourists with fascinating insights into the Bhutanese material culture and way of life.
- An evening with a visit to the massive Trashi Choe Dzong. This splendid Dzong, north of the city on the west bank of the Wang Chhu, seems to fit seamlessly into the valley, lending the city both regal splendor and monastic weight. The Dzong was the site of the lavish formal coronation of the fifth king in 2008 and hosts the country biggest annual festival known as Tsechu festivities. It hosts the Office of the King, Prime Minister, Some Ministry and religious body of Thimphu district. It is also a summer residence of the religious head, Jekhenpo. (Overnight at Thimphu)
Day 3 : Thimphu - Punakha
After Breakfast,
- Drive to Punakha, the ancient Capital of Bhutan. Enroute our team will stop at Dochula pass (3,100 meters) for you to have an incredible view of Himalayan peaks. The pass is also popular for its stupa known as Druk Wangyal Chorten built by Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck. You will then descend through a balmy Punakha valley (about 3 hrs. total driving time). The drive through the countryside affords a glimpse of everyday life in this most remote of Himalayan kingdoms.
- You will then have a short walk to Chimi Lhakhang, the temple of the Divine Madman Drukpa Kuenley. He inherited the Divine Madman title since he revolted against the orthodox Buddhism in his time. He taught the people that religion is an inner feeling and it’s not necessary that one should be an ordained monk. He is also considered a symbol of fertility and most childless couples go to his temple for blessing. Our team will then take you for a lunch either at Lobesa or Punakha depending upon the time.
Afternoon,
- Visit Punakha Dzong, the “Palace of Great Happiness”. It is arguably one of the most beautiful dzongs in the country built at the confluence of two Major rivers in Bhutan known as Pho Chhu (Male River) and Mo Chhu (Female river).
This dzong is one of the breathtaking examples of traditional architecture in Bhutan. Today it serves as a winter headquarters of the Je Khenpo and hundreds of monks who move en masse from Thimphu to this warmer location.
- Followed by a walk to one of the longest suspension bridge in Bhutan for you to have a heart-pumping experience. The Bridge offers you with a view of the surrounding village, mountains and the river below. Our team will then drop you to your hotel for rest and dinner. (Overnight at Punakha)
Day 4 : Punakha - Trongsa - Bumthang
After Breakfast,
- Drive from Punakha to Bumthang via Trongsa (8 hrs.) over Pele La pass (3,420m) on the Black Mountain range. Enroute visit beautiful Chendebji Chorten erected in the 18th century. The imposing Trongsa Dzong can be viewed across a deep canyon to signal your approach to the town around a curving road. Trongsa is the ancestral home of Bhutan’s ruling dynasty. Upon arrival at Trongsa, our team will escort you for a lunch.
After lunch,
- Visit Trongsa Dzong, the largest Dzong in Bhutan. The view from the Dzong is spectacular and one can see across the landscape for many miles.
- Followed by a visit to the Ta Dzong museum housing an incredible collection of historical artifacts of the Royal Family.
- Then drive to Bumthang, a home to some of Bhutan’s oldest Palaces and temples. Our team will remind you of the festival which starts at midnight. Try to stay awake until midnight to witness the opening proceedings of the Jambay Lhakhang Drup Festival, including an unusual naked dance performed to sanctify the region. (Overnight at Bumthang)
Day 5 : Bumthang
After Breakfast,
- Our team will take you to visit Kurjey Lhakhang, one of the most sacred places in the kingdom where Bhutan’s patron saint Guru Rinpoche meditated and
- Followed by a visit to the 7th century Jambay Lhakhang one of the Kingdoms oldest temples. It is believed that Kyichu Lhakhang of Paro & Jambay Lhakhang is built at the same date to subdue the demon that lay across the Himalayan region. You will enjoy the festival till lunch.
After lunch,
- You will enjoy the day by exploring some of the incredible sites of Bumthang, including Jakar Dzong (Dzong of the White Bird). The name Jakar derives from the word bjakhab, meaning “white bird”, in reference to Jakar’s foundation myth, according to which a roosting white bird signaled the proper and auspicious location to found a monastery around 1549.
- Followed by a visit to Tamshing Lhakhang, founded in 1501 by Terton Pema Lingpa to see the interesting and ancient Buddhist wall paintings. One of the relics in the Lhakhang is Pema Lingpa's heavy coat of nails which is kept in the vestibule and people are permitted to try it on. It is said that if they can walk around the inner sanctuary three times while wearing it, some of their sins will be forgiven. Our team will then take you to explore the village of Jakar, Bumthang’s main township. (Overnight at Bumthang)
Day 6 : Bumthang
After Breakfast,
- Our team will take you to experience more of the festivities at Jambay Lhakhang,
(Or)
- Enjoy an excursion to Tang Valley, the most remote valley in the Bumthang district. Activities may include a 45min walk uphill to Ugyen Choeling Palace built in the 16th century by the Trongsa Penlop Tsokey Dorji. The main building in the complex now features a fascinating museum offering a real insight into the lifestyle of a Bhutanese noble family.
Highlights include a book of divination, a dakini dance costume made of bone. You may also visit 14th century Tang Rimochen Lhakhang where Guru Rinpoche meditated and Mebar Tsho (Burning Lake), where some of Guru Rinpoche’s treasures were found in the 15th century by the famous treasure discover Pema Lingpa. It’s a good location to meditate. (Overnight at Bumthang)
Day 7 : Bumthang - Punakha
After Breakfast,
- Drive to Punakha with en-route a stop at Yathra Factory where one of the popular jackets are woven out of sheep wool. These jackets are known for its durability and keeping one warm during cold seasons.
- Followed by a stop at Wangdue Phodrang to get a glimpse of Wangdi Phodrang town. You will walk around the town and visit the fortress that is currently under construction. (Overnight at Punakha)
Day 8 : Punakha - Paro
After Breakfast
- Drive to Paro with a stop at Thimphu where you will enjoy lunch with an opportunity to visit handicraft and souvenir stores.
- Afterward proceed to Paro, visiting Semtokha Dzong en route. The Dzong, built in 1627, is the oldest in Bhutan. It now houses the Institute for Language and Culture studies. On arrival in Paro, check into the hotel. Afternoon at leisure and rest for a next day hike. (Overnight at Paro)
Day 9 : Paro
After breakfast,
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery. The view of Taktsang Monastery built on a sheer cliff face 900 meters above the valley floor is a spectacular sight. The Monastery is also an important pilgrim site for the Buddhists. The great Guru Rinpoche is said to have flown here on the back of a tigress when he brought the teachings of the Buddhist Dharma to Bhutan in the 8th Century. He then meditated in a cave there for three months where the monastery was later built. Nearby there is a teahouse where you can stop for refreshments and lunch while returning
After Lunch,
- Take a rest for a while followed by a walk to the base from where our team will take you to one of the popular restaurants in the country at the middle of the farm for you to have a hot stone bath to aid your joint from a tiring hiking.
- Followed by a cultural show, where our team will show cast some of the traditional dances, Play, and song. You will also take part in the song and enjoy to the fullest before you have your dinner. Our team will then take you to your hotel for rest and preparation for the next day departure. (Overnight at Paro).
Day 10 : Depart Paro
After breakfast,
- Our team will escort you to Paro Airport for you departure to onward destination.
| USD 2,425 for 1 person |
| USD 2,335 per person for 2 person travelers |
| USD 2,065 per person for group of 3 and above |
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