Experience the Ancient Living Culture of Bhutan

A Tsechu is a Buddhist festival in honour of Buddhist Saint Padmasambhava, popularly known as ‘Guru Rimpoche’, the saint who was responsible for introducing Buddhism to Bhutan. The Tsechu draws hundreds of Bhutanese people in a spirit of reverence, blessing, festivity and celebration, and is one of the best ways to discover the rich cultural heritage of Bhutan. The Tsechu comes to life with colour, music, dance and drama as villagers and towns people gather to witness the masked dances, sword dances and other sacred rituals. These events, most of which are performed by monks in colourful and elaborate costumes bring blessings to the onlookers, as well as instructing them about the human value to the purpose of our life.

There are various Tsechus held all year around at temples, Dzongs and monasteries throughout Bhutan.

For a list of tentative Bhutan festival dates for 2019:

For a list of tentative Bhutan festival dates for 2020 check below:

If you want to see Bhutan festival you would like to attend in this list, please contact us.

Resa Tours and Travel can easily tailor your tour of Bhutan to incorporate one of these striking celebrations of Bhutanese Festival. In our festival tours section we have featured a range of suggested itineraries featuring various popular Bhutanese Tsechus such as the Thimphu Tsechu, Paro Tsechu and Punakha Tsechu. We also have suggested itineraries for a number festivals held in Bhutan’s spiritual heartland, Bumthang, including the popular Jambay Lhakhang Drup and Bumthang Ura Tsechu.

A little different, we also have an itinerary featuring the Black-Necked Crane Festival, held in honour of this remarkable bird that roosts in the Phobjikha Valley during the months of Nov-Mar. All of these tours also include visits to Dzongs, temples, palaces, monasteries, markets, farmhouses, schools & museums.

All our tour programs are flexible and can be easily tailored to suit. Guests have the option of staying in either our range of carefully selected, government approved tourist class hotels and lodges, or upgrade (additional costs) to superior, luxury hotels and resorts. Further upgrade options including specialized transport can be utilized as part of our range of luxury tours. Visit www.resa-bhutan.com  and go through our Package to view sample itineraries of luxury tours that we can customize.

To enhance your Bhutan cultural tour why not consider a specialized activity including cycling, photography, camping or walking as featured on our Tour Package, or one of our many Value-Added Options to provide an more in-depth experience of Bhutanese culture.

Resa Tours and Travels – The Difference

• Itineraries designed to maximize your festival experience
• All guests receive personal VIP service
• Tours tailored to suit personal interests
• Experience ensures a seamless journey
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