Ura Yakchoe Festival
Ura Yakchoe Tshechu Festival in Bhutan 2026, Festival dates: 28th April – 2nd May 2026 (5 days). Venue: Ura Lhakhang, Ura Valley (Bumthang).
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Trip highlights:
The Ura Yakchoe is a vibrant summer festival held in the serene valley of Ura in Bumthang, central Bhutan. “Yakchoe” literally means “yak offering”—a nod to its ancient roots, likely stemming from pre-Buddhist, animistic traditions. Even today, remnants of these origins remain, as local priests perform age-old Bon rituals to invoke the cattle deity, symbolizing Bhutan’s deep connection with nature and livestock.
The festival opens with a scenic procession from Gaden, the seat of Ura’s local lama, to the Ura village. As the entourage moves through lush meadows and sparkling brooks, visitors are treated to Bhutan’s breathtaking landscapes. Once in Ura, the five-day celebration unfolds with exorcism rituals, sacred mask dances, folk performances, and spiritual offerings—each reflecting Bhutan’s devotion to preserving its rich heritage amid growing modernity.
This tour offers more than just the festival. You’ll explore the heart of Bhutan, visiting sacred temples, experiencing the warm hospitality of local communities, and taking in the stunning natural beauty of central Bhutan.
The cost given below is inclusive of sustainable development fee (SDF) of US $100 per
person per night and Bhutan visa fee of US $40 per person.
Entrance fees for monuments and festival visits are to be paid separately.
- 1 Pax: $3290 per person
- 2 Pax: $2690 per person
- 3 Pax and More: $2490 per person
All meals [breakfast / lunch / dinner and evening tea].
- Accommodation [twin / double sharing basis]. The single room supplement is extra.
- All transportation within the country, including airport transfers.
- Sustainable development Fee (SDF).
- Bhutan visa fee (US $ 40).
- English speaking local guide.
- Bottled water throughout the tour.
- Drukair/Bhutan Airlines fares.
- Entrance fees for museums and monuments.
- Travel insurance premiums.
- Payments for service provided on a personal basis.
- Cost for any services not mentioned in the “Cost Include head”.
- Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, camera charges, incidentals,
Portage, bellboy charges tips or any other services.
FLIGHT CONNECTION AND FARES:
Singapore–Paro–Singapore (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: US $1072.96.
- Business Class: US $1792.50.
Bangkok–Paro–Bangkok (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: US $932.
- Business Class: US $1290.
Kathmandu – Paro – Kathmandu. (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: US $468.
- Business Class: US $710.
Delhi–Paro–Delhi (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: US $605.
- Business Class: US $1033.
Kolkata–Paro–Kolkata (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: US $456.
- Business Class: US $706.
Dhaka (Bangladesh) – Paro – Dhaka (Round Fares):
- Economy Class: US $462.
- Business Class: US $766.
Detailed Itinerary
Your guide and the driver will receive you at the Paro airport and drive to the Hotel.
In the afternoon, visit to Ta dzong, the national museum of Bhutan. Then visit Rinpung
dzong built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal . It serves as the administrative centre of
Paro district.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the morning, drive to the airport and fly to Bumthang.
Meet & greet at the Badbalathang airport.
Afternoon, visit to:
– Jakar dzong built in 1667 by Nagi Wangchuk.
Jambay lhakhang built in 659 AD by the King Srongtsen Gampo of Tibet.
– Tamshing lhakhang (Temple of the good message), established in 1501 by Pema Lingpa.
– Kurjey lhakhang, where you can see the body print of Guru Rinpoche on a rock. It is probably one of
the oldest monastery in Bumthang.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
After early breakfast, drive to the beautiful Ura valley.
Witness the spectacular Ura Yakchoe festival 2025 (Full day) and explore Ura village.
In the evening, drive back to Bumthang. On the way, visit Mebar tsho or “The burning lake”. It was
here that Terton Pema Lingpa discovered the treasures hidden by Guru Rinpoche in the 14th
century.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the morning, drive to the beautiful Tang valley and visit Ogen Choling palace.
After lunch, explore the beautiful Tang valley.
In the evening, drive back to Bumthang and visit Kenchosum temple.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Gangtey.
On the way, visit Ta dzong, the royal heritage museum.
Then visit Trongsa dzong built in 1648 by Chogyal Minjur Tempa. The first two kings of Bhutan
ruled the country from this ancient seat.
Afternoon, drive further to the beautiful Gangtey valley. Visit Gangtey Gompa monastery
founded by Gyaltse Pema Thinley, the grandson and mind re-incarnation of Pema Lingpa.
In the evening, visit crane information centre and explore Phobjikha / Gangtey valley, the most
beautiful glacial valley in the Himalayas.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Punakha. On the way, visit Wangdue Phodrang dzong built in 1638 by
Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. It was destroyed by fire in 2012.
Then visit Chimi lhakhang also called the “Temple of fertility” built in 1499 by Lama Drukpa
Kuenley (The divine madman). He travelled throughout Bhutan and Tibet using songs, humor to
dramatize his teachings of salvation through sex. Many childless couples from across the country
visit the temple for prayer and to seek blessings. It is also the highlight of our honeymoon tour in
Bhutan.
In the afternoon, visit Punakha dzong built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. Punakha is
the winter residence of Je Khenpo, the chief abbot of Bhutan. King Jigme Dorji
Wangchuck convened the first national assembly here in 1952.
In the evening, hike to the beautiful Khamsum Yulley monastery (short hike 45 minutes). It was built
by Her Majesty the Queen Tshering Yangdon Wangchuck for long life of His Majesty.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the Morning, drive to Thimphu.
On the way, visit the royal botanical garden at Lam Pelri. The annual rhododendron festival is held
here in the spring. Then visit 108 stupas at Dochula pass and view higher Himalayas.
In the afternoon, visit to:
– National postal museum where you can print your pictures on the official Bhutanese stamps,
– Royal textile museum,
– Craft bazaar,
– Tashichho dzong, the royal secretariat and the summer residence of chief abbot of Bhutan.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the morning, visit the national memorial chorten (1974) built in honor of late His Majesty Jigme
Dorji Wangchuck.
Then visit the tallest statue of Buddha in the world and Takin preserve center.
Finally visit Changangkha lhakhang, Sangay gang view point and Dupthop lhakhang one of the few
surviving nunneries in Bhutan.
Afternoon – visit the school of 13 arts and crafts (Painting school) and folk heritage museum.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
In the Morning, drive to Paro.
On the way, visit Tamchog monastery built in 1420 by Thang Tong Gyalpo. He built 108 bridges
across Tibet and Bhutan.
– Hike to the spectacular Tiger’s nest monastery (Paro Taktsang) which is a world heritage site. It is
probably the most photographed monument in the country. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, who
brought buddhism to Bhutan flew here on a tigress. The hiking trail is also a part of the
beautiful Bumdra trek in Paro valley.
Afternoon, visit Drugyel dzong built in 1647 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. This dzong was used
as a fortress to defend the country against the Tibetan forces in ancient times.
Then visit Kichu lhakhang built in 659 A.D by the Tibetan king Srongtsen Gampo.
In the evening, free to stroll in the town for shopping and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
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VALUE- ADDED SERVICES
- Hot stone bath.
- Cycling around Paro Valley.
- Practice archery.
- Bhutanese cooking class.
- Bhutanese cultural show featuring various mask dances and folk dances.
- Talk on Gross National Happiness/Buddhism.
- Consulting an astrologer.
- Practice dart.
- Performing a religious ceremony.
- Marriage ceremonies.
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