Chumey Nimalung Tshechu

$1440

The Nimalung Tshechu is held on the 5th month of the Bhutanese calendar in front of the Nimalung temple, located in Chummy valley in Bumthang Dzongkhag (district).  a giant Thongdrol with applique work with images of Guru Rimpoche is put on display. The sight of this Thongdrol is said to cleanse the sins of all those who look upon it. This festival is observed for three days with great joy with a series of spectacular mask dances and historical folk dances. In this trip, we desire to take you through the heart to the core of Bhutan and try to give you a glimpse of Bhutan’s rich culture and tradition.

Day 1: Paro–Thimphu:

Arrive at Paro International Airport.
Travel to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. En route, visit Tachog Monastery.
Afternoon, visit National Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma Statue, Kuenselphodrang Park, and Traditional Handmade Paper Factory.

Accommodation: Hotel Tara Phendeyling (or similar)

Day 2: Thimphu

Hike to Cheri Monastery.
Afternoon, visit Takin Park, Centenary Farmers’ Market, Institute for Traditional Arts and Crafts, and the majestic Tashichhodzong which houses the office of His Majesty the King.

Accommodation: Hotel Tara Phendeyling (or similar)

Day 3: Thimphu–Punakha:

Travel towards Punakha.
On the way, stop at Dochula pass and visit the 108 Victory Stupas. visit Chimi Lhakhang, the fertility temple.
Afternoon, visit to the majestic Punakha Dzong, the longest suspension bridge, and Galem’s house.

Accommodation: Zhingkham Resort (or similar) 

Day 4: Punakha-Bumthang

Leave Punakha for Bumthang.
En route, stop at the reconstruction site of Wangduepodrang dzong.
Then stop at the Trongsa Dzong and the museum at Ta Dzong.
Our highest driving point will be a mountain pass- Pelela at 3140 meters and Yotongla pass. From there we gradually take a descent to the floor of Bumthang valley which is often filled with dense fog.

Overnight stay in Bumthang 

Day 5: Bumthang

Today, we will attend a Nimalung Tsechu at Chumey Tsechu. It is believed that this tsechu will culminate with a rare display of giant silk appliqué thangka (tapestry) depicting Guru Padmasambhava. The tsechu is a three-day program.
Afternoon, you will be visiting Kurjey Lhakhang, Tamzhing Monastery, and Jambay Lhakhang.
And ramble through the small Chamkhar town in the evening.

Overnight stay in Bumthang

Day 6: Bumthang-Paro

Travel back to Paro.
En route, if time permits, we will visit Semtokha Dzong-the oldest dzong in the country.

Overnight stay at Bhutan Mandala Resort

Day 7: Paro-Taksang Monastery

Hike to Taksang Monastery or the Tiger’s Nest.
Afternoon, visit to the National Museum, Paro Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, and one of the nearby homestays to have a hot-stone bath.

Overnight stay at Bhutan Mandala Resort

Day 8: Departure

Fly back to your country.