Tour overview

Gangtey tshechu festival 2026 is held at Gangtey goenpa in the Phobjikha valley. The monks and local people perform various kinds of mask dances and folk dances during this festival. The festival concludes with receiving of blessings for the spiritual wisdom and power – Ngedup Langwa.


Gangtey Tshechu Festival 2026 Date:

The Gangtey tshechu festival 2026, Festival dates: 24th – 26th September 2026 (3 days),

Venue: Gangtey goenpa monastery, Gangtey valley.

Gangtey Festival Tour Cost

Gangtey 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 $ 2760 per person.

2 people: US $ 2280 per person.

3 people or more: US $ 2120 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”.

Gangtey tshechu festival – Highlights

Witness 400 years old Gangtey tshechu festival.
Meet local People.
Discover unique culture and traditions.
Visit ancient temples, monasteries and dzongs.
Visit pristine villages and farm houses.
Most scenic landscapes.

Itinerary (Sketch)

Day 1. Arrive Paro – Thimphu sightseeing | 54 km | Drive: 1 hour | Altitude: 2334 m.
Day 2. Thimphu sightseeing | Altitude: 2334 m.
Day 3. Thimphu – Punakha sightseeing | 76 Km | Drive: 3 hours | Altitude: 1242 m.
Day 4. Punakha – Gangtey sightseeing | 75 km | Drive: 2 hours | Altitude: 3000 m.
Day 5. Gangtey – witness Gangtey tshechu festival 2026 | Altitude: 3000 m.
Day 6. Gangtey – Thimphu sightseeing | 143 km | Drive: 4 hours | Altitude: 2334 m.
Day 7. Thimphu – Paro sightseeing | 54 km | Drive: 1 hour | Altitude 2200 m.
Day 8. Paro – Hike to the Tiger’s nest monastery | 7 km | Hike: 4 hours.
Day 9. Paro – Departure (End of Gangtey festival tour 2026).