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If you wish to visit Bhutan now, immerse yourself in the colorful tapestry of Bhutanese culture with the Mongar Tshechu Festival. Held within the walls of the historic Mongar Dzong, the festival is a celebration of tradition, community and spirituality. People from all over Mongar district come together in their vibrant attire to participate in the festival and enjoy with friends and family.<\/div>\n
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The festival includes a rich array of unique dances of the natives of the area, each with its own symbolic significance and cultural heritage. As masked dancers perform ancient rituals and sacred dances, you will watch the living traditions of Bhutan come alive before your eyes and make this festival one of the most unique experiences of your trip.<\/div>\n

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Venue:<\/strong> Mongar<\/div>\n
Festival Date:<\/strong> 9-11th November, 2024<\/div>\n

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Tentative Itinerary:<\/h4>\n

Day 1: Arrival in Paro International Airport<\/h4>\n
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your guide and driver from Amedewa Tours And Trek. Drive to Thimphu with a visit to the iron bridge on the way and explore Tashichhodzong. Stay overnight at a minimum 3-star rated hotel or resort in Thimphu.<\/div>\n

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Day 2: Thimphu Cultural Sightseeing<\/h4>\n
Explore iconic cultural sites including Buddha Dordenma, National Memorial Chorten, Simply Bhutan Museum, Bhutan Postal Museum, and Motithang Takin Preserve. Visit a traditional paper-making factory and enjoy dinner at a farmhouse. Stay overnight in Thimphu.<\/div>\n

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Day 3: Day Hike in Thimphu<\/h4>\n
Embark on a scenic hike to Dodeydrak Monastery and explore the trail from Buddha Dordenma to Changangkha. Visit homestays and interact with locals, followed by dinner at a farmhouse. Stay overnight in Thimphu.<\/div>\n

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Day 4: Drive to Punakha<\/h4>\n
Drive to Punakha and visit the 108 Druk Wangyel Chortens at Dochula Pass and Punakha Dzong. Cross the suspension bridge and stay overnight in Punakha.<\/div>\n

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Day 5: Punakha to Bumthang<\/h4>\n

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Travel to Bumthang via Pelela Pass, visiting Trongsa Dzong along the way. Stay overnight in Bumthang.<\/div>\n

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Day 6: Bumthang to Trashigang<\/h4>\n
Drive to Trashigang and stay overnight at a minimum 3-star rated hotel.<\/div>\n

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Day 7: Trashigang to Mongar<\/h4>\n
Visit Gomphu Kora and drive to Mongar. Stay overnight in Mongar.<\/div>\n

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Day 8: Mongar Tshechu Festival<\/h4>\n

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Spend the day immersed in the Mongar Tshechu Festival, dedicated to Guru Rinpoche. Stay overnight in Mongar.<\/div>\n

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Day 9: Mongar to Bumthang<\/h4>\n
Return to Bumthang and enjoy leisure time at the hotel or resort.<\/div>\n

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Day 10: Bumthang Sightseeing<\/h4>\n

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Explore Jakar Dzong, Jampay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Swiss Cheese Farm, Red Panda Brewery, and Tamzhing Lhakhang.<\/div>\n

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Day 11: Bumthang to Gangtey<\/h4>\n
Drive to Gangtey and visit Gangtey Goenpa.<\/div>\n

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Day 12: Gangtey to Thimphu<\/h4>\n
Explore the Gangtey Nature Trail and return to Thimphu. Enjoy the evening at pubs in Thimphu.<\/div>\n

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Day 13: Thimphu to Paro<\/h4>\n
Visit Paro Rinpung Dzong, Kichu Lhakhang, National Museum, and Paro Handicraft Market.<\/div>\n

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Day 14: Paro Tiger’s Nest Hike<\/h4>\n

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Embark on a memorable hike to Tiger\u2019s Nest in Paro and enjoy a hot stone bath.<\/div>\n

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Day 15: Outbound Journey<\/h4>\n
Bid farewell as we drop you off at Paro Airport for your departure.<\/div>\n

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Experience the heart and soul of Bhutan through the vibrant Mongar Tshechu Festival and explore the country’s rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If you wish to visit Bhutan now, immerse yourself in the colorful tapestry of Bhutanese culture with the Mongar Tshechu","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":862,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-860","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bhutan-journey"],"yoast_head":"\nExperience the Vibrant Mongar Tshechu Festival - Bhutan Luxury Tour<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you wish to visit Bhutan now, immerse yourself in the colorful tapestry of Bhutanese culture with the Mongar Tshechu Festival. 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