BUMTHANG URA FESTIVAL (URA YAKCHOE) (22ND APRIL-2ND MAY 2026)
Bumthang Ura Festival (Ura Yakchoe)
Tour Overview
The Bumthang Ura Festival Tour is an 11-day journey into the spiritual and cultural heart of Bhutan, centered around the sacred Ura Yakchoe Festival. Beginning in Paro and Thimphu, travelers explore Bhutan’s iconic landmarks including Paro Dzong, Buddha Dordenma, and Dochula Pass. The journey continues eastward through Punakha and Trongsa, leading to Bumthang, a region renowned for its monasteries, temples, and deep spiritual heritage. In the Ura Valley, guests witness the vibrant Ura Yakchoe Festival, celebrated with mask dances, rituals, and blessings, offering a rare glimpse into Bhutan’s living traditions. The itinerary also includes serene nature experiences in Phobjikha Valley, cultural immersion in Wangdue, and a hike to the legendary Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Paro. With its blend of festival highlights, sacred sites, and breathtaking landscapes, this tour provides an unforgettable immersion into Bhutan’s spirituality, culture, and natural beauty.
Tour Highlight
- Deep cultural immersion across Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Wangdue, Trongsa, Bumthang, Ura Valley, and Phobjikha.
- Participation in the Ura Yakchoe Festival, witnessing sacred mask dances, rituals, and blessings.
- Visits to Bhutan’s most iconic landmarks: Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Punakha Dzong, Dochula Pass, Buddha Dordenma, Trongsa Dzong, Bumthang temples, Gangtey Monastery.
- Authentic Bhutanese experiences: folk heritage, arts & crafts, cultural performances, serene nature hikes in Phobjikha Valley, and village encounters in Ura.
- Scenic drives across mountain passes with panoramic Himalayan views.
- Arrival at Paro International Airport.
- Drive to Thimphu (1.5 hrs).
- Sightseeing en route and evening stroll.
- Overnight in Thimphu.
- Visit Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, and Folk Heritage Museum.
- Overnight in Thimphu.
- Scenic drive via Dochula Pass.
- Visit Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang, and Wangdue valley.
- Overnight in Punakha/Wangdue.
- Drive eastward via Pele La Pass.
- Visit Chendebji Chorten.
- Overnight in Trongsa.
- Visit Trongsa Dzong and Ta Dzong.
- Drive to Bumthang (2.5 hrs).
- Overnight in Bumthang.
- Explore Jakar Dzong, Kurjey Lhakhang, and Jambay Lhakhang.
- Overnight in Bumthang.
- Attend the first day of Ura Yakchoe Festival.
- Witness mask dances and rituals.
- Overnight in Bumthang/Ura.
- Drive westward with stop at Phobjikha Valley.
- Short nature hike and visit Gangtey Monastery.
- Overnight in Wangdue.
- Drive back to Paro (5–6 hrs).
- Evening leisure in Paro town.
- Overnight in Paro.
- Full-day hike to Bhutan’s most iconic site.
- Overnight in Paro.
- Transfer to Paro International Airport.
- End of Tour.
Payment & Cancellation Policy
Payment Terms
- The approval of tourists VISA is contingent on the full payment of the tour
- Flight ticket payment is subject to the Ticketing Time Limit issued by the airlines
Tour Cancellation and Refund Policy
- 30 to 15 days prior to arrival – 20% of the total tour cost will be levied as cancellation fee
- 14 to 7 days prior to arrival – 50% of the tour cost will be levied as cancellation fee
- Less than a week prior to arrival – 100% cancellation charge will be levied as cancellation fee
Flight Ticket Cancellation and Refund Policy
- Subject to the cancellation terms of the Airline
Rescheduling Tour Dates:
- There are no charges for rescheduling your trip. However the minimum daily tariff, hotel rates, airline charges are subject to change depending on your new travelling dates.
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