Jambay Lhakhang Drup festival tour visits the important cities of Bhutan and attends one of the popular festivals at Bumthang– Jambay Lhakhang Drup. The festival is a grand ceremony with festive atmosphere celebrated at the cultural heartland of Bhutan – the Bumthang Valley. It is a unique and enchanting festival held to commemorate the establishment of Jambay Lhakhang (the temple) in the 7th century and to honor Guru Rinpoche, the saint who introduced the Tantric form of Buddhism in Bhutan.
The festival takes place for 4 days with a variety of traditional and masked dance performances. Each dance bears a very special meaning, from purifying the ground to instilling faith in the deity and the teaching of Buddha, and also tells of myths and tales of the Bhutanese.
The Tsechu is one of the best ways to experience the ancient living culture of Bhutan. Highlights in this tour includes Punakha Dzong, “Palace of Great Happiness” and Paro Rinpung Dzong, “Fortress of The Heap of Jewels” finest examples of Bhutan’s unique architecture. An unforgettable experience and hike to Taktsang- The Tiger’s Nest. The Phobjikha Valley is one of the most beautiful destinations in Bhutan, a Unesco World Heritage Site.This tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore Bhutan – the last Shangri-La and the Jambay Lhakhang Drup festival with intriguing sacred dances. From the lush valley of Thimphu, scenic trails in Gangtey to the ancient constructions in Bumthang, the imposing monasteries, and breath-taking landscapes in Trongsa, Punakha, and Paro, all of the best destinations in Bhutan are included in this 12-day tour.