Paro Festival
Highlights
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Enjoy traditional dances and performances
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Experience the living culture of Bhutan
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Celebrated over several days in the Ringpung Dzong
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Religious offerings such as blessings and prayers
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A great opportunity for tourists to visit Bhutan
Summary
Experience the living culture of Bhutan at the Paro Festival. Enjoy traditional dances and performances, religious offerings such as blessings and prayers, and a great opportunity for tourists to visit Bhutan.
Tour info
Duration
Group Size
500
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
Visit Bhutan and attend the Paro Festival, one of the most popular religious dance festivals in the country. From the end of March to the start of April, thousands of tourists come to witness the event every year. The festival commemorates the anniversary of Guru Rinpoche's visit to Bhutan in the 8th century and celebrates with mask dances performed by monks and a range of cultural performances and events. Enjoy traditional dances and performances, experience the living culture of Bhutan, and take part in religious offerings such as blessings and prayers. The festival is celebrated over several days in the imposing Ringpung Dzong and is a great opportunity for tourists to visit Bhutan and explore its rich culture.
What’s included?
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Hotel -
Transportation -
All meals in Bhutan -
License Tour Guide -
Visit to Temple -
Visa Fee
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Bar bills
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Gratuity
Things to know
Before you book
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When is the festival held? The Paro Tshechu is held each spring [1], from the 11th to the 15th day of the second Bhutanese lunar month.
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What is the dress code? Traditional Bhutanese clothing must be worn during the festival, such as a Kira for women and a Gho for men.
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What are the rituals? During the festival, there are various rituals such as the unfurling of a gigantic Thongdrol, and the fire ritual for purification.
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How can I get there? The best way to get to Paro is to fly from Kathmandu or Delhi.
Before you go
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Paro Tshechu is a five-day religious festival held each spring, from the 11th to the 15th day of the first month of the Bhutanese lunar calendar.
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Visitors to Paro Tshechu are welcomed and do not need a special permit.
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Respectful attire is expected when attending the festival, so please dress appropriately.
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Paro Tshechu takes place at the Ringpung Dzong in the Paro District of Bhutan.
Covid Policy
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Redemption information
Confirmation necessary? Yes
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
About operator:
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