Gomkora Festival Tour

• Activities:
  • Visit the Buddha Dordenma Statue, a 169-foot bronze statue offering blessings and panoramic views of Thimphu Valley.
  • Explore Tashichho Dzong, the seat of Bhutan’s government and monastic body.
  • Stroll through the Centenary Farmers’ Market and Folk Heritage Museum.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Thimphu.

• Activities:
  • Drive to Punakha (approx. 3 hours) via Dochula Pass (3,100m). Stop to admire the 108 stupas and Himalayan views.
  • Visit Punakha Dzong, the "Palace of Great Happiness," located at the confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers.
  • Explore Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility temple dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kunley, known as the Divine Madman.
• Wellness:
  • Enjoy a traditional hot stone bath using medicinal herbs to relax and rejuvenate.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Punakha.

• Activities:
  • Drive to Bumthang (approx. 7-8 hours). Enjoy the scenic journey through lush forests, rural landscapes, and mountain passes.
  • Stop at Trongsa to visit Trongsa Dzong and the Ta Dzong Museum.
  • Arrive in Bumthang and check into your hotel.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Bumthang.

• Activities:
  • Visit Jambay Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built by Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo in the 7th century.
  • Explore Kurje Lhakhang, where Guru Rinpoche meditated and left his body imprint on a rock.
  • Take a peaceful walk through the Bumthang Valley, visiting local villages and interacting with residents.
• Wellness:
  • Enjoy a traditional hot stone bath using medicinal herbs to relax and rejuvenate.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Bumthang.

• Activities:
  • Drive to Mongar (approx. 67 hours). Enjoy the scenic journey through lush forests, rural landscapes, and mountain passes.
  • Stop at Yotong La Pass (3,400m) for breathtaking views.
  • Visit Mongar Dzong, a stunning fortress built in the traditional Bhutanese architectural style.
  • Explore the town of Mongar and interact with locals.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Mongar.

• Activities:
  • Drive to Trashigang (approx. 3 hours). Enjoy the scenic journey through lush forests and rural landscapes.
  • Visit Trashigang Dzong, one of the largest dzongs in Bhutan, and explore its historical and spiritual significance.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Trashigang.

• Activities:
  • Attend the Gomkora Festival at Gomphu Kora, a sacred site where Guru Rinpoche meditated and subdued a demon.
  • Witness vibrant mask dances, including:
    • Guru Tshengye Cham: Dance of the eight manifestations of Guru Rinpoche.
    • Shana Cham: Dance of the Black Hats.
  • Participate in the Gomphu Kora circumambulation, a ritual believed to bring blessings and cleanse sins.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Trashigang.

• Activities:
  • Continue attending the Gomkora Festival. Witness more mask dances and religious rituals.
  • Interact with locals dressed in their finest traditional attire and soak in the festive atmosphere.
  • Drive back to Mongar (approx. 3 hours).
• Accommodation: Overnight in Mongar.

Option: By Flight

• Fly from Yongphulla Airport to Paro (approx. 1 hour).

• Activities:
  • Drive back to Bumthang (approx. 67 hours). Enjoy the scenic journey and stop for photos along the way.
  • Relax at your hotel or explore Bumthang Valley.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Bumthang.

• Activities:
  • Drive back to Punakha (approx. 7-8 hours). Enjoy the scenic journey and stop for photos along the way.
  • Relax at your hotel or explore Punakha town.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Punakha.

• Activities:
  • Drive back to Paro (approx. 4 hours). Stop at scenic spots for photos.
  • Visit Drukgyel Dzong, a historic fortress with views of Mount Jomolhari. Learn about its role in Bhutan’s history.
  • Explore Paro town for last-minute shopping or relaxation.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Paro.

• Activities:
  • Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang), Bhutan’s most iconic spiritual site, perched on a cliff 900 meters above the Paro Valley.
  • Enjoy a guided meditation session inside the monastery or at a peaceful spot along the trail.
  • Learn about the legend of Guru Rinpoche, who meditated here in the 8th century.
• Wellness:
  • Traditional hot stone bath to soothe tired muscles.
• Accommodation: Overnight in Paro.

• Activities:
  • Transfer to Paro International Airport for your flight home