Embark on the captivating Happiness Discovery-PHALLUS VILLAGE tour and delve into a world of wonder. Discover the enchanting villages, resplendent with intricate phallic symbols, that tell unique stories of Bhutanese culture. Behold the awe-inspiring beauty of majestic Dzongs and cultural landmarks, as you immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Bhutanese life. Experience the rhythmic chants of monks, witness ancient rituals, and gain insight into traditional agricultural practices. Prepare to be mesmerized by the rich heritage and infectious happiness that defines Phallus Village.
Overview
This Happiness Discovery-PHALLUS VILLAGE will also take you through the most stunning village’s filled phallic symbols, astonishing cultural monuments, towering Dzongs (fortress), and heritage sites, a get a glimpse of Bhutanese way of life, monks in rituals and reciting prayers, agricultural practices, and many more.
ALAYA & Team will be helping you to uncover the mysteries of many cultural practices. All our guides can speak more than 3 languages and numerous other dialects which help our guest understand culture and practices of different regions. Come; embark on the journey of a lifetime with your HAPPINESS agent to Bhutan.
Itinerary
Arrive Paro International Airport. Your tour guide will meet you and take you to visit Paro Tadzong the national museum of Bhutan. After that drive on a short one-hour drive along the Paro and Thimphu river valleys to Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital, at 2320 M. You can stop on the way to take in the magnificent Tamchhog Lhakhang, the hereditary place of worship for Bhutan’s iron bridge.
After enjoying the breakfast at hotel, we will do sightseeing in Thimphu City. Then Visit to Post office, to make your own stamp and send to your loved ones. Traditional Bhutanese Paper- to see the traditional methods to produce the authentic Bhutanese Paper known as Deh-sho and Visit to Folk Heritage Museums. Lunch will be served at one of the Restaurant at Thimphu.
After lunch, we will continue with our sightseeing and visit to DrupthopDewachen Nunnery, this nunnery was founded in 1976 by RikeyJadrel, who is considered an emanation of ThangtongGyalpo and then Takin Reserves to see the national animal of Bhutan. Evening visit to TrachichhoDzong, it is an architectural delight and houses the throne room, and the office of His Majesty the king and the ministries of home affairs and finance. Then stroll and explore around Thimphu town and do some shopping in Bhutan.
After our breakfast, we will drive to Punakha/Wangdi. The road climbs steeply through forests of pine, hemlock spruce and rhododendrons. At Dochula Pass (3150m) you will have a breathtaking panoramic view of the Eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges on clear days. The pass is adorned with 108 small stupas and many kinds of prayer flags. Then the road descends through lush forests to the fertile valley of Punakha & Wangdi Phodrang. On reaching Lobesa, we will visit Chhimi Lhakhang which is located at a hilltop. The temples is known as ‘the temple of fertility’ and walkaround the village and enjoy witnessing wonderful paintings of Phallus symbols on every walls of the house. Lunch will be served here at Lobesa, one of the restaurants. At Punakha, visit the most beautiful dzongs in Bhutan, Punakha Dzong. After this, we will drive till the view point of Khamsum Yule Namgyel Chhorten, passing the beautiful rural landscape. Evening at leisure.
Today after the breakfast at hotel, we will drive to off beaten track of Phobjikha Valley. It is a glacial valley and is the winter home of the black-necked cranes. This valley is a designated conservation area and borders Black Mountain National Park.
Lunch will be served on the way. On reaching Gangtey, visit to GanteyGoenpaLhakhang, the most important temple in Nyingmapa sect of Buddhism in Bhutan. It offers panoramic and stunning view of the valley. Then visit to Black necked crane information center to watch documentary movie about Black necked cranes and to see real live of black necked crane through vernaculars towards the valley.
After the breakfast at hotel, drive back to Paro. The road descents to Wangdi Valley and the climbs steeply through forests of pine, hemlock spruce and rhododendrons. At Dochula Pass (3150m) you will have a breathtaking panoramic view of the Eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges on clear days. The pass is adorned with 108 small stupas and many kinds of prayer flags. Lunch will be served at Dochula Café or on the way. Continue the journey to Paro. On the way we will visit to Tachho Gang Lhakhang crossing over the iron chain bridge. On reaching Paro, we will stroll around Paro town, for some shopping.
After the breakfast we will drive till the Ramthangka, where the hike to one of the Bhutan’s most dramatic monuments, the Tiger’s Nest (TaktshangMonastery). If you want we will use pony till the Taktshang cafeteria. From cafeteria, we have to hike up to monastery about 1hr 30minutes. Even from the cafeteria, we can see the spectacular views of this most scared monastery in the Buddhism world. Some of you, if you cannot hike from cafeteria, we can sit and enjoy the view of the monastery, which is perched on the rocks, 900m above the valley floor. Our lunch will be served here at cafeteria. On our way back to hotel, we will visit to KyichuLhakhang, it is one of the two most sacred and the oldest temples in Bhutan, built in 7th century by Tibetan king SongtsenGampo (the 33rd Tibetan king, who is also the manifestation of avaloketeshivara, commonly known to Bhutanese as Chenrize).
Evening stroll around the Paro valley, the valley of surpassing Beauty.
Dinner and overnight stay at 3 star Standard Hotels or similar Paro.
After breakfast proceed towards Paro Airport for departure.
The Trip Cost Includes
- Includes a day hike to Tiger’s Nest, local sightseeing in Paro to acclimatize, and one-day local tour in Thimphu after the trek.
- USD 200.00 Daily per person is the SDF (Sustainable development fee) that goes for free education and health care for the citizens of Bhutan and tourists alike.
- All three meals.
- Tea/coffee/snacks while in trekking.
- One experienced Cultural/Trekking English-speaking guide.
- First Aid Box and other medical kit.
- 3-star hotel accommodation twin sharing room.
- Tour Vehicle with Experienced Driver.
- Good Quality accommodation throughout. The use of a world expedition trek pack which includes a quality sleeping bag, and insulated mat.
- All Park entrance Fees and Trekking Permits.
- Entry fee to cultural monuments, museums, and fortresses.
- USD 40 as a VISA Fee.
- Domestic travel insurance.
- 2% Government Tac
- Wire/Banking Transfer Charges
The Trip Cost Excludes
- Any airfare
- Any cost of excess baggage/weight
- Tips to the guide and driver
- Beverage, laundry and any personal nature expenses
Frequently asked Questions
Phallus Village offers a one-of-a-kind cultural experience centered around the reverence of fertility symbols, particularly the phallus. It provides insights into Bhutanese traditions, beliefs, and rituals that are both fascinating and enriching.
Our tours immerse you in the vibrant culture of Phallus Village, where you’ll witness traditional ceremonies, interact with locals, visit sacred sites, and learn about the significance of phallic symbols in Bhutanese spiritualit
While the tour content is family-friendly, some aspects of Phallus Village culture may not be suitable for younger children. We recommend parental discretion and advise consulting with us if you have specific concerns regarding the tour’s suitability for your family.
The tour involves moderate walking and occasional hikes to reach certain sites within the village. Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness and mobility to fully enjoy the experience. Please let us know in advance if you have any mobility concerns, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs
Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. We provide experienced guides who are well-versed in the local terrain and customs. Additionally, we adhere to all necessary safety protocols and regularly assess and update our practices to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience for all participants.
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