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Bhutan Jambay Lhakhang Drup festival information

Jambay Lhakhang Drup festival is one the most famous and interesting festival held here to commemorate the establishment of Jambay Lhakhang temple in Bumthang. During this festival, the unique dance forms include Terchham (Naked Dance), which is held at midnight inside the temple premises and locals or tourists are not allowed to see it but they can enjoy watching the Mask and Cham dance that is common to all festival in Bhutan. The festival is 3-5 days program which is performed by the local villagers of Norgang, Changwa and Nangsiphel.

Detailed Itinerary

Jambay Lhakhang Drup Festival - Festival date 28-31 Oct, 2023

07 nights/08 days tour itinerary

26 Oct:Arrival at Paro (by Druk Air) - Thimphu

Transfetr to airport and fly to Paro with Druk air. After clearing customs and visa control you are met by your driver and guide then drive to Thimphu , the capital of Bhutan . This very picturesque drive past rural homes, hillside monasteries and chortens only takes 1.5 hours. Settle into your hotel and after lunch at a local restaurant start your sightseeing, visiting the Textile Museum, a traditional paper making factory and the Post office to see Bhutan's beautiful stamps which also depicts about our country's myths, traditions etc. Overnight at hotel.

27 Oct:Thimphu - Punakha - Bumthang

Depart Thimpu and drive over the Docchu-La pass marked by colourful prayer flags and many chortens to Punakha with the magnificent Dzong spanning the MoChu and Po Chu rivers. This is the winter residence of the monastic body and the Je Khenpo (chief Abbott). Then drive further to Bumthang valley via Trongsa enroute, a typical rural town. Continue your drive with a stop at the Chendibji Chorten at the top of a highest pass of the Black mountains and then continue into Central Bhutan . The golden roofed Trongsa Dzong spans the valley that divides east and west Bhutan and is another architectural feat, which can be seen for 20 tantalising and winding miles before it is finally reached. Afternoon visit the impressive Trongsa Dzong and then drive to Bumthang the cultural heart of Bhutan via Yotongla pass (3,400 metres). You will probably see Yaks on the high passes on the way to Bumthang. Overnight at hotel.

28 Oct:Bumthang

In the morning we hike to visit Tamshing Monastery (one of the oldest monastic schools built by Terton Pema Lingpa) and Kurjey Lhakhang (where the Guru Rinpoche subdued a local demon and left his body imprint on a rock). We also visit Jambay Lhakhang (one of the oldest temple in Bhutan built in 7th century) and Jakar Dzong (seat of the district administration).

In the afternoon hike to Thangbi valley across the suspension bridge and visit the Thangbi Lhakhang built in the 14th century. At mid night walk from your hotel to the festival ground and witness the "Fire Dance" or the naked dance which is played around a fire and offers a very spectacular view of people as all walks of life will be witnessing the dance as it is believed that by witnessing such dances will purify the your sins. Overnight at hotel Rinchenling lodge.

29 Oct:Bumthang

Full day witness Jambay Lhakhang Drup where you will witness different types of dances and the dancers in their best customes. This will also give the opportunity to interact with the local people in their finery. Overnight at Rinchenling lodge.

30 Oct:Bumthang - Wangdue

Depart the Bumthang valley and retrace our route back out of the valley and back to Wangdue. Overnight at hotel Dragon Nest.

31 Oct:Wangdue - Thimphu - Paro

An early departure from Wangdue to Paro via Thimphu . Afternoon visit Ta Dzong (an ancient watchtower) which now houses the National Museum and Rinpung Dzong, built in 17th century to defend the valley against Tibetan invaders. The dzong is now used as an administration centre and school for monks. Later evening take a walk around the main street of Paro's main shopping district. Overnight at hotel.

01 Nov:Paro - Hike to Taktsang Monastery

After breakfast drive the winding road to the Drukgyal Dzong, the ruined fort, which was once defended this valley from Tibetan invasions. Mount Chomolhari , can be seen the on a clear day from Drukgyal village. You can visit a typical Bhutanese Farm House of a local family for a close up view of everyday Bhutanese life. We then drive to Shari to hike up to the Taktsang monastery (Tiger's nest). The hike to the cafeteria will take around one and half hour. At the view point enjoy the stunning view of the monastery, where Guru Padmasambhava landed on the back of a tigeress in the 8th century. After lunch at the cafeteria walk back to the road point. On your way back visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temple in Bhutan built in 7th century. Over night at hotel.

02 Nov:Paro - Kathmandu

In the morning the guide will bid you farewell at Paro airport and fly back to Kathmandu

Tour cost: USD 2445 ( 1-3 pax ) and 2370 ( 4-12 pax ) per person

Visa fee & TDF cost: USD 50 per person

Flight cost:
USD 485 round trip Kathmandu-Paro-Kathmandu

Service includes

Arrival/departure transfer, royalty, accommodation on twin sharing basis, all meals, sightseeing tour with English speaking guide and all transportation as per itinerary, entrance fee to the monuments etc.

Service excludes

  • Airport taxes, Nepal re-entry visa fee, expense of personal nature like cold drinks and tip, personal travel health insurance etc.

Booking procedures and visa

Booking for any trips should reach us at least 15 days in advance with passport details. After visa clearance, we will give you the copy of same, which you will have to produce while checking in for the flight to paro. The original visa is stamped on your passport upon arrival at the Paro airport.

Trip Essential Information

Introduction and trip briefing: On our all tours, we give a short brief about the trip on the same day of your arrival and introduce your tour guide. At the mean time, we provide an opportunity for individuals to ask questions if any about the trip.

Tour Guide: English speaking, well experienced and knowledgeable holding license from the government. They are well trained about eco tourism, social/culture/traditions responsibilities, and sincerely dedicated on their duty. Actually the tour guide play an invaluable role in ensuring that our clients have the best opportunity to experience, learn about, and enjoy their trip presenting them whenever you need any help.

Accommodation: A wide variety of accommodation is available ranging from farmhouse stays and budget hotels to the high-end resorts. However, there is no rating on the star category but all government approved A-B-C grade. Basically comfortable 2/3 star category resorts and hotels are used on the tour.

Transportation: Our local agent in Bhutan has own fleet of luxury Japanese/Korean and Indian car, van and buses. All major places of interest are connected by paved roads so travelling will be smooth and pleasant.

Tour itinerary: Given tour itinerary is fixed as the route permit is taken while applying visa of the planned tour itinerary. In the special case there will be possibility to extend or shorten the tour so please discuss this with your tour guide and express your wishes.

Food and drinks: As a full board package tour; three times meals are provided. The favorite Bhutanese dishes being Ema Dasti- a cheese and chilly dish. All Bhutanese dishes use an abundance of chilly so do order according to your palette strength. You will also have Indian and Chinese cuisine too. Besides the locally produced beer and whiskey, the local brew, are that is distilled from rice, barley or wheat is also popular with visitor

Photography: Bhutan is the picturesque country for the Photograph so bring a good camera with extra batteries memory as what you need may not be available in Bhutan. It is polite to ask people if you may take their picture. Ask your guide when it is permissible to take pictures in religious and public buildings.

Risk and Liability: Holiday Mountain Treks is not responsible for any loss, injury, or damage sustained by tourists. Additional expenses caused by weather-related delays, original itinerary change, and political actions must be borne by the traveler.

Tipping and Gifts: You will find no beggars in Bhutan. Please do not hand out candy or trinkets to children. Small gifts to people you stay with and tips for your guide and driver are appropriate.

Travel Insurance: Normally city tours no need any emergency evacuation insurance but we encourage people to purchase travel insurance that covers baggage and travel delays as well as helicopter evacuation for medical emergencies.

Departure Dates

No fixed departures.

Trip Review


Starting from$2,370

  • Trip Level
    Easy
  • Destination
    Bhutan
  • Duration
    10 Days

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