Festivals of Bhutan - Thimphu

10 nights from £5399

10 nights

Festivals of Bhutan - Thimphu

Journey to the hidden kingdom of Bhutan to witness the sacred Thimphu Festival

£5749 pp
£5399 pp excluding flights £540 per night
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Hidden in a corner of the Himalaya, the secretive kingdom of Bhutan is an unforgettable destination with ancient traditions, spectacular mountain scenery and vibrant festivals. At these, hundreds gather to see monks in brightly coloured robes perform ritual dances. For several days there are masked dances and prayer meetings, and a general carnival atmosphere prevails. This extra-special departure takes in Thimphu Festival, which was founded in 1670 and pays tribute to Guru Rinpoche.



Please note: This itinerary is valid for departures starting in Kathmandu on 30 September 2025 and 20 September 2026 attending Thimphu Festival.



See the Paro Festival itinerary for departures starting in Kathmandu on 2 April 2025 and 23 March 2026.

See the Trongsa Festival itinerary for departures starting in Kathmandu on 14 December 2026.
  • Experience the sacred masked dances and prayer meetings of the Thimphu Festival
  • Visit the Paro Dzong and the incredible Tiger's Nest monastery at Taktsang
  • Drive across the Dochu La and visit Punakha Dzong
  • Walk in the quiet Gangtey Valley
  • Visit the impressive Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress in Thimphu

We spend 10 nights in local-style hotels, all with bathrooms and heaters. All food is included at the hotels and local restaurants and is usually a buffet – it is simple and a mixture of Bhutanese, continental and Chinese.

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