Tour overview

Of the many festivals held in various parts of Bhutan, the grandest is the annual Tamshing Phala Choepa festival. In addition to traditional mask dances, visitors can witness the unfurling of the sacred Thongdrol and receive blessings. The people also receive blessing from the sacred Nangtens (relics) that is opened during the last day of the festival.

Tamshing Tshechu Festival Date

Tamshing tshechu festival (Phala Choepa) 2026, festival dates: 21st – 23rd September 2026 (Three days), Venue: Tamshing Lhakhang, Bumthang.

Tamshing tshechu festival tour cost

The cost given below is inclusive of sustainable development fee (SDF) of US $ 100 per person per night and Bhutan visa fee US $ 40 per person.

Entrance fees for monuments and festivals visits to be paid separately.

Solo travel: US $ 3440 per person.

2 persons: US $ 2840 per person.

3 persons or more: US $ 2640 per person.

Nature of trip: Private & guided Bhutan travel.

Included

  • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
  • Bhutan Visa Fee
  • Accommodation: (twin / double sharing basis). Single room supplement is extra
  • All Meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
  • Certified English Speaking Local Guide
  • All transportation within the country including airport transfers.
  • Bottled Water

Not Included

  • Air Fare
  • Insurance Premiums
  • Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc.
  • Personal Expenses (Beverages/laundries/Tips)
  • Entrance fees for museums / monuments & festival visit.
  • Cost for any services not mentioned in the “Cost Include head”.

Tamshing tshechu festival tour: Highlights

Witness the grandest Bhutanese festival.
Meet local people.
Scenic mountain flight.
Beautiful landscapes.
Ancient monasteries, temples & dzongs.
Pristine villages and farmhouses.
Witness archery matches.

Sketch Itinerary

Day 01. Arrive Paro and sightseeing | Altitude: 2200 m.
Day 02. Hike to the Tiger’s nest monastery | 7 km | Hike: 4 hours.
Day 03. Paro – Bumthang sightseeing (By Flight) | Altitude: 2600 m.
Day 04. Tamshing Phala Choepa festival | 7 km | Drive: 15 minutes.
Day 05. Tamshing Phala Choepa festival – Ogen Choling palace | 40 km | Drive: 1 hour 50 minutes.
Day 06. Bumthang – Gangtey sightseeing | 185 km | Drive: 5 hours | Altitude: 3000 m.
Day 07. Gangtey – Punakha sightseeing | 75 km | Drive: 2 hours |Altitude: 1214 m.
Day 08. Punakha sightseeing – Thimphu | 76 km | Drive: 3 hours | Altitude: 2334 m.
Day 09. Thimphu sightseeing | Altitude: 2334 m.
Day 10. Thimphu sightseeing – Paro | 54 km | Drive: 1 hour | Altitude: 2200 m.
Day 11. Paro – Departure.