PACKAGE CODE : BT/BB/TTTT/8N
DESTINATION : PHUENTSHOLING (2N) – THIMPHU (2N) – PUNAKHA/WANGDUE (2N) – PARO (2N)
ORIGINATION : EX–NJP/ BAGDOGRA / SILIGURI
DURATION : 8 NIGHTS AND 9 DAYS
Travel Date : —–
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS:
DAY 1: – ARRIVAL AT BAGDOGARA / NJP RLY STATTION –TRANSFER TO PHUENTSHOLING
DAY 2: – PHUENTSHOLING –TRANSFER TO THIMPHU
DAY 3: – THIMPHU CITY TOUR
DAY 4: – THIMPHU – PUNAKHA/WANGDUE -VIA DOUCHALA PASS – SIGHTSEEING
DAY 5: – EX-PUNKAHA/WANGDUE – DAY EXCURSION TO GANGTEY & PHOBJIKA VALLEY
DAY 6: – TRANSFER TO PARO- PARO SIGHTSEING
DAY 7: – EX PARO – CHELE-LA PASS OR TIGER’S NEST HIKE (OPTIONAL)
DAY 8: – PARO TO PHUENTSHOLING TRANSFER
DAY 9: – PHUENTSHOLING TO NJP RLY STATTION / BAGDOGRA AIRPORT DROP
ITINERARY Detailed:
DAY 1: – ARRIVAL AT BAGDOGARA / NJP –TRANSFER TO PHUENTSHOLING
On arrival at Bagdogra Airport / NJP railway station meet and greet by our local representative – transferred to Phuentsholing (Approx 180km / 3-4hrs drive). Phuentsholing (298Mts / 977Fts) is a small town at the Indo-Bhutan border. Evening at your own leisure. Overnight at Phuentsholing.
DAY 2: – PHUENTSHOLING – POST IMMIGRATION TRANSFER TO THIMPHU
After breakfast and post immigration / permit formalities you will be transfer to Thimphu (Approx 145km / 5hrs drive) via Chukha – Thimphu lies at an elevation of 2300m. Thimphu lies in a beautiful valley, sprawling up a hillside on the west bank of the Thimphu Chhu River and has a total area of about 1,809 sq. kms. Evening at your own leisure. Visitors can enjoy relaxing walk in the valley at evening. Be sure to sink your teeth into momo kopi, steam dumplings filled with finely chopped cabbage, onions, cheese and butter. Overnight at Thimphu.
DAY 3: – THIMPHU CITY TOUR
After breakfast go for Thimphu City Tour Covering –Art & Craft school, National library, Handicraft centers, The Memorial chorten built in the memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, Tashichoo dzong, Buddha Dordenma statue, Bhutan Simply Museum, Folk and Heritage Museum, 15 century Changangkha monastery, Motithang mini zoo to see the rare “Takin” national animal of Bhutan and drive further down with good view of the Thimphu valley. Visit the new Drupthob nunnery temple and free time in the market. Overnight at Thimphu.
DAY 4: – THIMPHU – PUNAKHA/WANGDUE -VIA DOUCHALA PASS
After breakfast checkout from hotel and drive to Punakaha/Wangdue (70 kms / 2 hrs) – Enroot visit Simtokha Dzong proceed to Wangduephodrang, with a stop en route for tea at Dochu La Pass (3,100 meters), where on a clear day you can get spectacular views of the Himalayas. In Wangdue, stop at Mehsina village & visit Chime Lhakhang – The Temple of Fertility built in 15th century by Lama Drukpa Kinley. (This monk is popularly known as the Divine Madman for his philosophy, “Salvation through sex”). Have your lunch and in afternoon drive to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan, and visit Punakha Dzong, which is noteworthy both for being one of the most beautiful dzongs in Bhutan and also for having been built by the first Shabdrung in 1637. Also visit the Punakha Suspension bridge – The second longest suspension bridge in Bhutan , its perche cover the Mo – chhu and Po Chhu river and is about 160-180meters in length –its one of the oldest bridge in the world that connects Punkaha Dzong to the rest of the valley- Overnight at Punakha/Wangdue.
DAY 5: – EX-PUNKAHA/WANGDUE – DAY EXCURSION TO GANGTEY & PHOBJIKA VALLEY
Early breakfast day excursion to Gangtey /Phobjika ( Approx 3-4hrs drive one way )- the beautiful Phobjikha Valley or “the valley of black necked cranes”. This valley is the winter home of black necked cranes that migrate from Tibet. This valley is one of the most beautiful and scenic ones in Bhutan. On the slope overlooking the valley is the Gangtey monastery built in 17th century and is one of the oldest and biggest monasteries of the Nyingma (red hat sect) school of Buddhism. Also visit the Black crane observatory center – Back to resort /hotel – Leisure – Overnight at Punakha/Wangdue.
DAY 6: – TRANSFER TO PARO- PARO SIGHTSEING
Early breakfast check-out & transfer to Paro, (Approx 120km / 3-4hrs drive) covering some on way sightseeing. Every turn on the way comes with surprise and scenic view of the mountain and nature. Visit the historic ruins of the Drukgyal Dzong, built in 1647. Also visit the Paro airport view point, Reach Paro & Paro local sightseeing – covering Dungtse Lhankhang, Nya-mey Zam, UgyenPelri Palace – Check in – Leisure – Overnight at Paro.
DAY 7: – EX PARO – CHELE-LA PASS
After Breakfast proceed to visit Chelela Pass. Chele-la (pass), at an elevation 3,988 meters is considered to be one of the highest motorable passes in Bhutan. About an hour’s drive along a thickly forested road, is this Pass-a botanical paradise. The pass provides stunning views of the sacred mountain Jomolhari and Jichu Drake. It is also marked by hundreds of prayer flags fluttering in the wind. Here, visitors can see cascades of wild roses; purple and yellow primulas; and swathes of deep blue iris covering the forest floor. The top of the pass bloom with rhododendrons in a variety of colours-pale pink, deep pink, burntorange, mauve, white and scarlet. – Back to resort / hotel – Evening at your own leisure – Overnight at Paro.
OR EX PARO – Tiger’sNest HIKE
Post breakfastdrive 12kms north of Paro to visit Taktshang: or “Tiger’s Nest” is one of the most famous places to visit in Bhutan and one of the holiest sites in Bhutan which you need to hike it by your own & it will take approx 2-3hrs one way). Back to hotel/resort – Leisure – Overnight at Paro
DAY 8: – PARO TO PHUENTSHOLING TRANSFER
After breakfast check out of the hotel and transfer to Phuentsholing (Approx 155km / 5 hrs drive). Phuentsholing (298Mts / 977Fts) is a small town at the Indo-Bhutan border – leisure. Overnight at Phuentsholing
DAY 9: – PHUENTSHOLING TO NJP RLY STATTION / BAGDOGRA AIRPORT DROP
After breakfast check out of the hotel and drop to NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport – Service ends with sweet memories.
PRICE BASED ON HOTELS used:
| Total Package Price for………pax | Phuentsholing (1N+1N) | Thimphu (2N) | Punakha/Wangdue (2N) | Paro (2N) |
| ₹ (Set -1) 3-Star / similar | Hotel Gadhen / Hotel Kasturi- New Wing (Jaigaon) / similar | Hotel Taktsang / Hotel Drukyul / Hotel Dralha / similar | Hotel Kingaling / Punakha Residency | Norwangs Villa / Ananda Resort / Centre Point / Hotel Tashiling / Gonju Boutique |
| ₹ (Set -2) 3-Star deluxe | Meto Pema / Amo Chhu View / Hotel Mandala / similar | Hotel Migmar / White Tara | Punatsangchhu Cottage / Hotel Lobesa / Pema Karpo | Udumwara Resort / River Front Resort / Treenz Lite Paro / Econest Resort |
| ₹ (Set -3) 3-Star premium | Tara Phendeyling / Hotel Palm / similar | Hotel Ananda / Hotel Changangkha / Damisa Hotel | Khuru Resort / Hotel Rivervalley / Hotel Vara | Metta Resort & Spa / Paro Grand / similar |
| ₹ (Set -4) 4-Star / similar | Hotel Bhutan Gamega / Hotel Khamsum / Tashi Namgay Grand | Tashi Yid-Wong Grand / Access Suites / Ariya Hotels / Lemon Tree Resort | Khuru Resort / Hotel Rivervalley / Hotel Vara | Tashi Namgay Resort / Resort Thim Dorji |
| ₹ (Set -5) 5-Star / similar | Hotel Druk (3-Star premium) | Le Meridien Thimphu / Pemako Thimphu | Dhensa Boutique Resort | Le Meridien Paro / Rustic Roots Resort and Spa |
The Above rates are valid for Indian National only
The following points are to be noted for Child Rate
** Children above 11+ years will be charged 100% as per adult rate
** Children of 5 to 11yrs sharing parent’s room will be charged as per CWB or CNB (For 5-star 3 to 11yrs)
** Children below 5 years Complimentary (For 5-star property below 3yrs Complimentary).
(Hotels are strict with the child policy. Please carry the age proof so that it can be produced when asked)
CAr USED BASED ON NUMBER OF PAX:
| Group size | Car used in India | Car used in Bhutan |
| 1 – 3 | Sedan / similar | Creta / Tucson / EV / similar |
| 4 – 7 | Innova / similar | Hiace / similar |
| 8 – 18 | Temp Traveler / 2 Innova | Hiace / Coaster / similar |
| Note: If any specific car is mentioned in quote, then the same car will be used (based on quote). | ||
INCLUSIONS
- 8N stay at above mention /similar property
- Number of rooms (to be mentioned DBL+ EB + CNB + CNB)
- MAP (8 breakfast + 8 dinner), Fixed menu / buffet
- All transfer and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- SDF
- Professional tour guide Phuentsholing to Phuentsholing
EXCLUSIONS
- Monument entrance fee
- Air fare /train fare
- Ac/Heater
- All meals other than those specified in ‘cost includes’
- Expenses of personal nature
- GST / TCS
- Any other items not mentioned in ‘cost includes’
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO ENTER IN BHUTAN ARE:
- Voter Identity Card / Passport: Validity should be more than six months from the date of travel.
- For below 18yrs DOB certificate is mandatory if they don’t hold the passport (in English only)
DO’S IN BHUTAN
- Although Bhutan welcomes foreigners these days especially for those on their last-minute all-inclusive holidays, the country is extremely conscious regarding its culture.
- The greeting in the Bhutanese language Dzonkha for hello is Kuzu Zangpola and says Tashi Delek for goodbye or good luck.
- All the citizens, except India, need VISA to enter into Bhutan. Which need to apply in advance.
- Indian nationals need route permits to travel in Bhutan and this is provided by the Immigration department at Paro airport, Phuentsholing immigration office or Online- which need to apply in advance.
- Either carry Nu (Bhutan’s currency) or INR (Indian Rupees). Both is accepted in Bhutan.
- Use right hand while giving or receiving something. Pass the holy sites keeping them on your right side.
- US dollars are pretty widely accepted in Bhutan, but you are still advised to exchange some of your currency to Bhutan’s currency i.e. ngultrum (Nu) or Indian Rupee for buying small items and for the really remote places. There are not many ATM machines nearby except major cities like Thimphu, where also international ATM/credit cards might or might not work.
DON’T’S IN BHUTAN
- Tobacco is absolutely prohibited in Bhutan. The tourists might use it, but extra care should be taken. Selling or giving tobacco to the locals is also a crime.
- Make sure you take off your footwear before you enter into any religious place.
- You are advised to dress discretely and modestly in Bhutan. If you’re visiting any Bhutanese temple (Tshechu), they’d admire you if you wear their national dress gho & kira.
- Foreign nationals are not permitted to carry Indian rupees across the border to and from India.
- Buying and selling of antiques is strictly forbidden in Bhutan.Don’t jump to give toys or treats to children in exchange for photo offers. Locals are careful not to breed a generation of children who beg tourists, as happens – but adults likely will not object out loud out of politeness.
- CANCELLATION POLICY:
- Less than 7 Days Prior to Date of Travel: 100% of the Package Cost as cancellation charge
- 7 – 15 Days Prior to Date of Travel: 75% of the Package Cost as cancellation charge
- 16 – 40 Days Prior to Date of Travel: 50% of Package Cost as cancellation charge
- More than 40 Days: Full Refund of Package Cost Excluding Processing Fees @ Inr: 1000/-per head.
- For 4-star premium & 5-star properties, the cancellation policy will apply as per respective property’s cancellation policy
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- Rooms are not blocked – We reserve the right to re-arrange the itinerary to suit hotel availability without changing the total number of days in each destination and without compromising any services.
- The vehicle used is AC/NAC and is available for point-to-point services only and is not at your disposal. Clients are requested to follow the itinerary. Car service hours are 9am to 5pm, for any emergency 24hrs.
- Clients are requested to send the exact arrival & departure time so that we can arrange the services accordingly.
