Festivals of Bhutan – Trongsa (Small Group Tours)

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Summary:

Journey to the hidden kingdom of Bhutan to witness the sacred Trongsa Festival

Duration

11 Days

Countries

Next Departure

25-Sep-2025

Starting at

± EUR 6,279.00

Price per day

± EUR 571.00

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Exodus

Operator Exodus Adventure Travel Tour Festivals of Bhutan – Trongsa Travel Style Small Group Tours Group Size 4 - 16 Age Group 16 - 99 Years Categories See All DetailsVisit Operator Website→ click here

Summary Journey to the hidden kingdom of Bhutan to witness the sacred Trongsa Festival Short Itinerary / Route Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu Day 2 Fly To Paro Day 3 Thimphu Day 4 Punakha To Trongsa Day 5 Trongsa Festival Day 6 Drive To Gangtey Valley Day 7 Drive To Thimphu Day 8 Drive To Paro, Visiting Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge,... Day 9 Daywalk To Taktsang, Tiger’S Nest Monastery Day 10 Fly To Kathmandu Day 11 End Kathmandu Countries (2): Bhutan, Nepal Travel Cities (6): Bhaktapur, Dochula Pass, Kathmandu, Paro, Punakha, Thimpu Details Hidden in a corner of the Himalaya, the secretive kingdom of Bhutan is an unforgettable destination with ancient traditions, spectacular mountain scenery and vibrant festivals. At these, hundreds gather to see monks in brightly coloured robes perform ritual dances. For several days there are masked dances and prayer meetings, and a general carnival atmosphere prevails. This extra-special departure takes in the Trongsa Festival, the oldest festival in Bhutan, which pays tribute to Guru Rinpoche through sacred performances and dances.Please note: This itinerary is valid for the departure starting in Kathmandu on 14 December 2026 (Trongsa Festival). See the Paro Festival itinerary for departures starting in Kathmandu on 2 April 2025 and 23 March 2026. See the Thimphu Festival itinerary for departures starting in Kathmandu on 30 September 2025 and 20 September 2026.
Highlights Experience the sacred masked dances of the Trongsa Festival Visit the Paro Dzong and the incredible Tiger's Nest monastery at Taktsang Drive across the Dochu La and visit Punakha Dzong Walk in the quiet Gangtey Valley Visit the impressive Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress in Thimphu
Included in Price Breakfast is included throughout the trip plus eight lunches and eight dinners while in Bhutan. During your adventure in Bhutan, prepare to savor a delightful array of flavors that blend Bhutanese and Western cuisines. While Bhutanese dishes are traditionally seasoned with chilies, often tempered for foreign palates, the local cuisine boasts rich and varied tastes. Enjoy a diverse selection of meat, vegetable, rice, and potato dishes, alongside iconic specialties like ema datshi featuring chilies and cheese. If you desire a more authentic or spicier culinary experience, don't hesitate to share your preferences with your trip leader, who will endeavor to tailor meals to your liking. Breakfasts are an assortment of cereals, eggs, toast, fruit and often some Bhutanese dishes. Lunches are taken in a restaurant and dinners are either in the hotel or at a local restaurant. Please allow approximately 2,500-3,350 ngultrums (US$30-US$40) per day for other main meals in Kathmandu. All breakfasts, eight lunches, eight dinners All accommodation All transport and listed activities Tour leader throughout Free arrival and departure transfers for everyone Bhutanese visa
NOT included in price Travel insurance Single accommodation (available on request) Kathmandu visas or vaccinations
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This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.
Tour Variations Festivals of Bhutan – Paro (11 Days) Journey to the hidden kingdom of Bhutan to witness the sacred Paro Festival Next Departure: 25-Sep-2025 Starting at: ± EUR 6,279.00 Details Festivals of Bhutan - Thimphu (11 Days) Journey to the hidden kingdom of Bhutan to witness the sacred Thimphu Festival Next Departure: 25-Sep-2025 Starting at: ± EUR 6,279.00 Details
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