Chorten Kora Festival - 14 Days

Trip Overview

The Chorten Kora Festival Tour is one of the most fascinating cultural journeys that takes you deep into the eastern region of the kingdom of Thunder Dragon. The 14 days for the Chorten Kora Festival Trip Itinerary takes you through the valleys of Paro, Thimphu, Trongsa, Bumthang, Mongar, Trashigang, Gangtey, and Punkaha, with the main intent to observe the sacred Chorten Kora Festival in Trashigang when pilgrims gather to circumambulate the revered stupa.

Built in 1740 during the Chorten Kora Festival, you come across thousands of local Bhutanese and the Dakpa community from Arunachal Pradesh coming together to celebrate the festival in their traditional wear. Festive vibes, a welcoming environment, and the beautiful nature’s grandeur—it is one of the best Bhutan Festival Tours to experience the real Bhutan that has made its name for its unique philosophy of happiness and being the first carbon-negative country in the world.

Prioritizing quality tourism over quantity only guided travel, treks, and tours allowed through licensed operators, we at Adventure Himalayan Travels and Treks have been organizing memorable Himalayan holidays in Nepal, India, Singapore, Tibet, and also Bhutan for more than two decades. We make sure you make the best out of the tour. Our Chorten Kora Festival Tour Itinerary makes sure you do not miss any of the major highlights.

Bookings are now open for 2026 and 2027. Established in 2011, with 4.8/5 Google ratings as per 29 reviews, with us, you are on the right-hand side. Best services at a reasonable price, including the Chorten Kora Festival Tour cost that covers 14 nights at 3 hotels, a personal specialized English-speaking guide & driver with an SUV, a visa fee, daily meals, tea and snacks, all entrance fees, and transportation by private vehicle. Reserve your seat now.

What to expect during the 14 days Bhutan Festival Tour to attend Chorten Kora?

Unlike multi-day high-altitude hiking like during the Everest Base Camp Trek, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, and the Langtang Valley Trek in Nepal around the valleys of Bhutan that have embraced urbanization without letting it affect Bhutan’s rich cultural and historical heritage, the Chorten Kora Festival Trip is suitable for a wide range of travelers. From arrival to departure, you will be well supported by an experienced local guide.

Most of the time, driving through the west of Bhutan with only short walks to visit significant landmarks at hilltops, an easygoing Himalayan retreat through the heart of the lush hills topped by the majestic snow-capped peaks, historic towns, and sacred monasteries awaits. The Chorten Kora Festival is making the region more lively; it is a perfect Himalayan tour to broaden your cultural insights without extreme high-altitude journeys.

Why is Paro one of the most visited destinations in Bhutan?

The 14 days Bhutan Tour for the Chorten Festival starts and ends at Paro, which sits at an altitude of 2,200 m - 2,280 m, with the only international airport in Bhutan, the Paro International Airport. Further, it is home to the iconic Tiger’s Nest (the Taktsahang Monastery). Perched 800 m/2640 ft up a seemingly sheer cliff once consumed by fire in April 1998, it has now been restored to its former glory, continuing the legend of Guru Rinpoche/Padmasambhava.

As per the local folklore, it is said to be the place where the 2nd Buddha flew to on the back of a tigress in the 8th century, promising an otherworldly experience, especially for spiritual wellness seekers. Then the Zorig Chusum Institute (the 13 Arts and Crafts Institute), the paper factory preserving the traditional handmade paper-making process, originated in the 8th-century Memorial Chorten, Sangaygang View Point, and Tashichho Dzong; adds to the attractions.

Which are the top attractions in Thimphu?

The capital city of Bhutan, located at around 2,400 m above sea level, is also the largest city and the political, economic, and cultural centre, with a lot to admire where we take you to during the Chorten Kora Festival Trip of 14 days. On the 2nd, after a drive from Paro, early in the morning you visit the weekend market held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with locals dressed in full colour and gathered to meet and to barter, similar to the street markets in London!

Then there are the Cheri Monastery (includes Dodina and Jigme Dorji Wildlife Sanctuary): Hike about 1 hr (to and from) to Cheri Goemba (Cheri Dorji Dhen), the Folk Heritage museum inaugurated by Her Majesty the Queen Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck, Thangtong Dewachen (Nunnery) founded in 1976 by Rikey Jadrel, considered the emanation of Thangthong Gyalpo (1363–1485), and the professional local guide knows the best spot for sightseeing.

How is the Chorten Kora Festival celebrated?

As per 14 days for the Chorten Kora Festival Tour Itinerary to Bhutan, the 8th day is when you go for a day excursion to attend the Chorten Kora Festival, which begins with the famous mask dances. Celebrated across the districts in honor of Guru Rinpoche, the saint who introduced Buddhism to Bhutan in the 8th century. Attendees adorn the surroundings in colorful prayer flags from far and wide, sporting exotic masks and taking part in the myriad events that are on offer.

This festival offers you opportunities to attend the games and local fairs with elaborate mystic rituals, promising you to be part of the pilgrims and circumambulate the stupa, spin prayer wheels, offer butter lamps, and receive blessings from monks while chanting prayers for peace, prosperity, and spiritual merit, an experience beyond description in words to be not to be missed while in Bhutan. Reserve your seat now for 2026 and 2027.

What makes Punkha stand out for visiting?

Yet another main attraction of Bhutan that you visit to observe the Chorten Kora Festival is the Punkha Valley from Gangtey. The former capital of Bhutan, at an elevation of around 1,200 m above sea level beside the Punakha Dzong (fortress) built in 1637 by Zhabdrung between the rivers of Mo (Female) Chu (river) and Pho (Male) Chu, served as a seat of the king until the time of the second king and also features Chimi Lhakhang(Temple of fertility) and Lungchotse Lhakhang.

The rice bowl of Bhutan is one of the most fertile valleys, and then from here you begin the journey to return to Paro, which from Punakha at first takes you to Thimphu. In between is the Dochula, located at an elevation of approximately 3,100 meters (10,170 feet) on the road between Thimphu and Punakha; it serves as one of the best viewpoints to take a small break and soak in the ethereal views of the surrounding snow-capped mountain peaks.

Are there any combined tours to Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet that you can join?

Yes, at Adventure Himalayan Travels and Treks, led by the Rana Bahadur Khadka with more than two decades in tourism, well supported by a licensed, well-trained, and experienced team, let us know how you want your Himalayan holidays. Do the Nepal Golden Triangle Tour, the Kailash Mansarovar Tour by Overland, the Bhutan Paramount Tour, or the combined 17 days Tibet-Nepal-Bhutan Tour, and we can make all the essential arrangements for you.

Extend your stay in Nepal later on, exploring some of the remote and camping treks like the Manaslu Circuit Trek, the Annapurna Circuit Trek, the Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek, or the Upper Dolpo Trek, to test yourself before more challenging mountain climbing and expeditions. Let us know what your dream Himalayan escape looks like. From budget-friendly ones to premium luxurious ones, we have a wide variety to suit each of your preferences and interests.

The Best Chorten Kora Festival Tour Itinerary and Cost for 2026 and 2027

The 14 days for the Chorten Kora Festival Trip itinerary starts with your arrival at Paro. Catch your breath here, and in a while is a drive to Bhutan's capital city, Thimphu, on the same day, which is about one and a half hours of driving, ensuring you have ample time to unwind at some of the major attractions in and around the city. You don’t have to rush; the very next day is fully dedicated to sightseeing before you continue to drive to Trongsa on the 3rd day.

From Trongsa, thereafter you drive to Bumthang on the 4th day, while on the 5th day you take as much rest as required with the valley exploration, and on day 6 you would have made it to Mongar and then finally Trashigang, where the Chorten Kora Festival takes place. The junction of the east-west highway with the road connecting to Samdrupjongkhar and the Indian state of Assam is the other place where the celebrations are held.

That you would attend on the 8th day to the fullest, before you begin to drive to return to Paro via Bumthang, Gangtey, Punkha, and Paro on the 12th day. Don’t worry, you won’t immediately catch a flight back; instead, on the 13th, you visit all the major cultural, natural, and spiritual spots that the city boasts of. Only on the 14th day will you bid your final goodbye to Bhutan, and for it, one of our representatives will drop you off at the airport.

Like this, the 14 days for the Chorten Kora Festival Tour Itinerary ensure you have a holistic experience supported by local experts with the transparent Chorten Kora Festival Trip Cost, including for the years 2026 and 2027. Though the final price may vary based on the customisation made and services chosen at Adventure Himalayan Travels and Treks, we are known for a competitive package cost. Found better, we are ready to match.