Journey style
Festival Tours
Plan your trip around a Tshechu, with colourful masked dances, traditional music and blessings at a dzong or temple.
About festival tours
What to expect
Immerse yourself in Bhutan's vibrant traditions by experiencing the country's spectacular Tshechu festivals. These sacred Buddhist celebrations feature colorful mask dances, traditional music, spiritual ceremonies, and centuries-old cultural performances held in historic monasteries and magnificent Dzongs.
Festival tours provide a unique opportunity to witness Bhutanese communities gathering in traditional attire to celebrate their rich spiritual heritage. Popular festivals include the Paro Tshechu, Thimphu Tshechu, Punakha Drubchen, Jambay Lhakhang Drup, and Black-Necked Crane Festival.
Beyond the festivals, enjoy guided sightseeing, visits to iconic landmarks, and authentic cultural experiences that showcase Bhutan's unique identity and warm hospitality.
Itineraries
Festival Tours with Orion
Western Bhutan
Mystical Western Bhutan: Temples, Valleys & Tiger’s Nest
Discover the cultural heart and natural beauty of Bhutan on this 6-night, 7-day Western Bhutan Classic journey.
Price on request
Western Bhutan
Bhutan Festival Highlights
Experience the vibrant spirit of Bhutan through the spectacular Thimphu Tshechu Festival, ancient monasteries, majestic dzongs, Himalayan landscapes, and the iconic Tiger’s Nest.
Price on request
Central Bhutan · Western Bhutan
Jambay Lhakhang Drup Festival
Experience one of Bhutan’s most vibrant and spiritually significant festivals with our 7-Night / 8-Day Jambay Lhakhang Drup Festival Tour.
Price on request
Western Bhutan
Punakha Festival Tour
Experience Bhutan’s rich Buddhist heritage and vibrant cultural traditions during the Punakha Tshechu, one of the country’s most significant annual religious festivals.
Price on request
Western Bhutan
Paro Festival tour
Experience Bhutan’s vibrant spring festival season with the Paro Tshechu, one of the country’s most celebrated religious and cultural festivals.
Price on request
Western Bhutan
Experience the Spirit of Bhutan: Festival & Cultural Escape
Experience the vibrant spirit and timeless traditions of Bhutan on a memorable 6-day journey through Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha.
Price on request
Central Bhutan · Eastern Bhutan
Heart of the Dragon – In-Depth Cultural Tour
Journey deep into the heart of Bhutan on an unforgettable 12-day cultural adventure.
Price on request
Western Bhutan
Thimphu Festival Tour
Experience Bhutan during one of its most vibrant and spiritually significant celebrations — the Thimphu Tshechu.
Price on request
Tailor-made, at no extra cost
Tailor your Bhutan journey
We can shape your Bhutan experience around your preferences, interests, travel style and schedule at no additional cost. Want more time for culture, nature, adventure or wellness, or simply a slower pace? Tell us, and we will plan the journey around you.