Bhutan Festival Tour — Exclusive Folk Festivals
Experience festivals no other operator offers — Lhabod, Bala Bongko, Dolung Mani, and Bali Duphued. Researched and designed exclusively by Sha Adventure.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Paro
Arrive at Paro. Transfer to hotel. Orientation with Sha on the festival calendar and cultural context.
- •Airport pickup
- •Hotel check-in
- •Festival briefing with Sha
Day 2: Paro & Thimphu Cultural Orientation
Visit Tiger's Nest, Rinpung Dzong, and the National Museum to build cultural context before the festivals begin.
- •Taktsang hike
- •Rinpung Dzong
- •National Museum
Day 3: Drive to Festival Village
Travel to the first festival village. Meet local community leaders. Settle into farmhouse accommodation.
- •Village drive
- •Community welcome
- •Farmhouse check-in
Day 4: Festival Day 1
Full immersion in the first folk festival — rituals, dances, and community participation guided by Sha.
- •Festival attendance
- •Photography guidance
- •Cultural Q&A with Sha
Day 5: Village Life & Rest Day
Participate in daily village activities. Hot-stone bath. Rest before the next festival.
- •Village activities
- •Hot-stone bath
- •Farmhouse cooking session
Day 6: Travel to Second Festival Location
Drive through Bhutan's countryside to the next festival site.
- •Scenic drive
- •Local lunch en route
- •Festival village arrival
Day 7: Festival Day 2
Second folk festival — different region, different rituals, same authentic spirit.
- •Festival attendance
- •Mask dance photography
- •Community interaction
Day 8: Punakha & Wangdue
Visit Punakha Dzong and Wangdue Phodrang. Afternoon at leisure by the Mo Chhu river.
- •Punakha Dzong
- •Wangdue Phodrang
- •River walk
Day 9: Thimphu — Final Day
Return to Thimphu. Visit the National Textile Museum and local market. Farewell dinner with Sha.
- •Textile Museum
- •Market visit
- •Farewell dinner
Day 10: Departure from Paro
Return to Paro. Airport transfer.
- •Return to Paro
- •Airport transfer
- •Departure
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- Personal guiding by Phurba Dorji (Sha)
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
- Bhutan visa processing
- Farmhouse and hotel accommodation
- All meals
- Private transportation
- Festival access coordination
- Flight and transfer coordination
What's Not Included
- International airfare to/from Paro
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for local staff
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a visa to visit Bhutan?
All international tourists (except Indian, Bangladeshi, and Maldivian nationals) require a visa to enter Bhutan. Your tour operator will process the visa for you once your tour is confirmed and paid. The visa fee is included in the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF).
Do I need a visa to visit Bhutan?
All international tourists (except Indian, Bangladeshi, and Maldivian nationals) require a visa to enter Bhutan. Your tour operator will process the visa for you once your tour is confirmed and paid. The visa fee is included in the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF).
What is the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)?
The SDF is $100 USD per person per night that contributes to free education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation in Bhutan. It also helps preserve Bhutan's environment and culture through sustainable tourism.