TRIP RATING: Easy

TRIP LENGTH: 12Days /11Nights

ADVENTURE SEASON: December

Attend the annual Tshechu festival of Trongsa held inside the courtyard of ancient Dzong of Trongsa. The commanding dzong of Trongsa once used to be the most famous and central hub for administration especially during the time of first and second King, serving it as the seat of winter residence for the monarchy. The annual festival calls in all the people from the district and some from outside to attend the grandeurs of celebration dressed in their finest dresses. The heavenly sounds of the drums and trumpets echoes the whole valley as the monks perform their dramatic moves following the tunes of the music subduing all evil spirits and obstacles, blessing the spectators with good fortunes and longevity. The 3 day festival of Trongsa is usually held in December, ends with unfurling of huge Thongdroel(giant tapestry) on the last day. It is less crowded, so we get undisturbed closer view of the performances and activities unlike busy season travel. It is quite a cool and unique experience to get dressed in a local style and be as locals witnessing an annual event of the district in an ancient fortress. Trongsa festival is one of the most picturesque festivals with performances of some of the best mask dances and cultural programs.

On this trip we will do an exclusive Bhutan cultural immersion tour experiencing you all the highlights and activities we have to offer you on Bhutan Cultural Tour. We will visit Bumthang known as cultural heartland of Bhutan with rich culture and hundreds of old temples and monasteries that possess strong energy through ages of worship. Visit innumerable Dzongs, temples and monasteries which are the most striking and historically dominant structures in each valley serving as the epitome of cultural and traditions. Drive over several high passes through rugged terrain enriched with abundant flora and fauna biodiversity and unparalleled scenery offering spectacular views of Himalayan peaks.

Stroll around through the villages seeing all manners of their daily life and participate in a daily routine of locals by engaging in farming, attending a ritual ceremony at a private home, meditating for a while in the prayer halls with monks at a remote monastery or anything similar. Challenge your physical ability by doing some beautiful hikes which ends up at a temple and be the uninvited guests checking in the living rooms of the monks sharing a cup of tea and learn more about their spiritual way of life.