Festival Route
5-Day Black Necked Crane Festival Short Tour
A compact Black Necked Crane Festival route through Thimphu, Phobjikha Valley, Gangtey Gonpa, and Paro.
Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
RouteParo - Thimphu - Gangtey / Phobjikha - Paro
Best ForShort conservation festival trip
Tour CodeUH-FT-004
Black Necked Crane FestivalGangtey GonpaPhobjikha ValleyConservation Festival
Day 01: Arrival in Paro - Transfer to Thimphu
- Arrival at Paro International Airport
- Traditional welcome with khaddar
- Scenic drive to Thimphu (approx. 1.5 hrs)
- Drive along Paro River via Chuzom
- En-route stop at Tachogang Lhakhang & suspension bridge
- Visit Buddha Dordenma viewpoint
- Leisure walk in Thimphu city & local markets
- Overnight stay in Thimphu (2,400 m)
Day 02: Thimphu - Drive to Gangtey / Phobjikha
- Scenic drive to Phobjikha Valley via Dochula Pass & Wangdue
- Stop at Dochula Pass (108 chortens & Himalayan views)
- Visit Gangtey Monastery (Gangtey Gompa) if time permits
- Short nature walk in Phobjikha Valley
- Overnight stay in Gangtey / Phobjikha (2,900 m)
Day 03: Black Necked Crane Festival
- Full-day visit to Black Necked Crane Festival at Gangtey Gonpa
- Experience local cultural dances, crane-themed performances & conservation-focused community celebration
- Explore Phobjikha Valley (black-necked crane habitat)
- Overnight stay in Gangtey / Phobjikha (2,900 m)
Day 04: Gangtey / Phobjikha - Drive to Paro
- Scenic drive back to Paro via Wangdue, Dochula Pass & Chuzom
- Stop at Dochula Pass if weather is clear
- Leisure evening in Paro town
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 05: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Paro International Airport
- Departure from Bhutan
Prices mentioned are for international travelers and do not apply to regional travelers from India, Bangladesh, or Maldives.