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Haa Summer Festival Tour 2024


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LOCATIONS COVERED : Thimphu Paro Punakha Haa valley

 Package Duration : 10
 Day 1 :    Arrival in Paro (2,250m)
When you arrive in Paro by Bhutan’s national carrier, Druk Air, your tour guide will pick you up at the airport and then escort you to your hotel. After taking a rest, you will head to enjoy sightseeing around Paro. You will first visit the Ta Dzong museum, which houses many religious relics, works of art and handicrafts’ offering a great orientation into Bhutan’s historical, cultural, and religious past. Nest drive to the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples constructed by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo. This temple is built in a manner similar to the Jokhang in Lhasa, and holds great golden image of Buddha Shakyamuni inside. And later explore the Paro Rinpung Dzong. Located at the suburb of Paro City, Rinpung Dzong is a fortress built in the 17th Century to protect Paro valley, which offers you picturesque scenery and a sense of inner peace. Stay overnight in Paro.
 Day 2 :   Trek to Taktshang Lhakhang (Tiger’s Nest)
Getting up in the fresh morning, we’ll start today’s trek to Taktshang Goemba (also known as Tiger’s nest). Standing on the cliff of Paro Valley, Taktshang Goemba (3120 meters) is the landmark of Paro as well as the holiest temple in Bhutan. It’s said that Guru Padmasambhava (also known as Guru Rinpoche) had flied here on the back of a tigress and meditated in the caves on the Cliffside for three months. From here, you can catch a panoramic view of Paro Valley. After lunch, you may opt for a stone bath or enjoy free exploration nearby. Stay overnight in Paro.
 Day 3 :   Paro to Thimphu (2,350m)
In the morning, we will depart Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan, following the Pachu River. The drive takes about 1.5 hours in total, during when you can stop on the way to see the Tamchhog Lhakhang, a hereditary place of worship for the Bhutan’s iron bridge builders. As the capital city of Bhutan, Thimphu is devoid of stereotyped skyscrapers and hug traffic. Instead, surrounding by rolling mountains, Thimphu is known for its picturesque Bhutan Dzong, fresh air and loveable local people. Upon your arrival, you will pay a visit to Folk Heritage Museum and Tashichho Dzong (Thimphu Dzong), the most beautiful Bhutan Dzong as well as the headquarters of Bhutan government. Stay overnight in Thimphu
 Day 4 :   Thimphu Sightseeing
Today, you will enjoy a full-day sightseeing around the capital of Bhutan, Thimphu, to visit the following sites: National Memorial Chorten: The National Memorial Chorten was constructed in memorial of the third King of Bhutan, King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, in 1974. The king was generally regarded as the father of Modern Bhutan and widely esteemed by the Bhutanese. “Chorten” in Bhutan literally refers to the “seat of faith” and Buddhists often call such monuments the “Mind of Buddha”. National Textile Museum: It is an amazing museum that keeps the traditional art of waving preserved and exhibits a good collection of ancient colored textile in various forms. You can find how the exquisite exhibits are waved by locals giving a spot operation with intricate tools. National Institute of Traditional Medicine: See the productive process of Bhutan’s traditional medicine, herbs mostly, and watch the medical practitioner training. Traditional Paper Making Factory: Originating from the old tradition in the 8th century, Bhutan papermaking has been well preserved and listed as the valuable national heritage of Bhutanese culture. Stay overnight in Thimphu.
 Day 5 :   Thimphu to Punakha (1250m)
The new day begins with tasty Bhutanese breakfast. After that, we will travel northeast to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan. On the way, we will stop at scenic Dochu La Pass (3,100m) and have refreshment there. The perfect vintage point brings you the unobstructed vista of Great Himalayas. You will also pay a visit to the Royal Botanical Park, Bhutan’s first Botanical Park situated at the back of the Dochu La Pass. Stay overnight in Punakha.
 Day 6 :   Punakha to Thimphu
After breakfast, we will drive the same way back to Thimphu from Punakha. You will explore the world-renowned Punakha Dzong, widely believed to be the most beautiful Bhutanese Dzong, built at the confluence of Pho Chhu and mo Chhu Rivers. You will also visit Chimi lhakhang, a popular Buddhist monastery built around 1499 by Ngawang Chogyal. Stay overnight in Thimphu.
 Day 7 :   Thimphu to Haa; Attend Haa Summer Festival
It will be a 3-4 hours’ drive from Thimphu to Haa, before you reach the festival site. The Haa Summer Festival is a lively and uplifting celebration of traditional living-culture, nomadic lifestyles, unique Bhutanese cuisine, traditional sports and religious performances. It gives the chance to witness the lives and traditions of Bhutan’s nomadic herders. Tourists can play local sports, drink local liquor, taste home-cooked cuisine and enjoy traditional songs and dances. If lucky, you can also experience the night at one of the many village home-stays and enjoy the hospitality of the local people of Haa Valley. Stay overnight in Haa.
 Day 8 :   Haa- Attend Haa Summer Festival
In the morning, we will continue to enjoy the festival with a lot fun and joy. In the afternoon, we will take a short trek to the 8th century temples such as Juneydrag, Katsho Goempa and Haa Goempa. Stay overnight in Haa.
 Day 9 :   Haa to Paro
Today we will head back to Paro from Haa. On the way you will pass through Chelela Pass (3,988m), the highest Pass in Bhutan. We will stop here to take impressive photos of the great natural view. After arriving in Paro, you can have a good rest in your hotel. Stay overnight in Paro.
 Day 10 :   Departure from Paro
Departure from Paro Today, our tour guide will transfer you to Paro International Airport for your next destination.

 Cost Includes
  • Bhutan Tourist Tariff Royalty & Visa fees.


  • All private excursions and transfers in superior air-conditioned vehicle.


  • Local English speaking trekking guide/tour leader.


  • Cook and camp hand who will take care of camp chores and provide wholesome meals.


  • Services of horsemen who will look after the yaks & ponies that transport luggage and


  • camp gear.


  • Experienced driver.


  • Accommodation in carefully selected, highest standard government approved hotels &


  • guest houses.


  • All meals in Bhutan.


  • All entrance fees and permits.


 Cost Excludes
  • All personal expenses such as bars, beverages, laundry, telephone and tips.


  • Medical / Travel Insurance.






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Haa Summer Festival Tour 2024

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