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Description
Sign up for a tour of the "The Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan" for amazing views of the Himalayan ranges, covered with lush green forests and gushing waterfalls. Enjoy guided visits to the major highlights of Bhutan- the Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Drukgyel Dzong, and Kyichu Lhakhang. Explore the local beauty of Bhutan while in Phuentsholing and get a chance to see Takin, the national animal of Bhutan.
Highlights
- Visit Bhutan’s capital city, Thimphu, to witness spectacular scenery and rich culture
- See the national animal of Bhutan, Takin, in the Mini Zoo
- Know Tibetan Buddhism through the visit to Memorial Chorten
- Explore the National Museum of Bhutan, Ta Dzong
- Ride through Chele La pass (12,200ft), the highest motorable point in Bhutan
- Learn about the Paro handicraft or the Taktsang Monastery
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Day 1- Explore the Local Beauty of Phuentsholing expand_more
Meet your guide at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal to set out for Phuentsholing in Bhutan while taking in the breathtaking beauty of sloping tea gardens.
Complete the immigration formalities at Phuentsholing and check in to your hotel.
Spend the evening shopping at the local Phuentsholing market. Since it is a border town in southern Bhutan opposite the Indian town of Jaigaon, cross-border trade has resulted in a thriving local economy.
Experience the uniqueness of Phuentsholing, which is more urban than other Bhutanese towns, having absorbed the neighbouring culture, but distinctly far more quiet and orderly than its neighbours.
Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Phuentsholing.
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Day 2- Travel to Thimphu expand_more
Leave for Bhutan’s capital city of Thimphu after breakfast and witness numerous picturesque waterfalls, a great photography opportunity for nature lovers. Spend the night at Thimphu.
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Day 3- Visit the Landmarks in Thimphu expand_more
Visit the Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan, who reigned from 1952-1972), Nunnery temple and a Mini zoo to see Takin, the national animal of Bhutan.
Explore Thimphu's other landmarks, including the National Institute of Traditional Medicine, a Bhutanese traditional painting school, the Folk Heritage Museum, the majestic Tashichho Dzong and a traditional paper factory (depending on the time of the week since some landmarks are closed on weekends). Stay in Thimphu for the night.
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Day 4- Exploring the Sacred Town of Paro expand_more
Have breakfast and proceed to Paro, extending from the confluence of the Paro Chhu and the Wang Chhu rivers at Chuzom up to Mt. Jomolhari at the Tibetan border to the North. The town is famous for its many sacred sites.
Check-in your hotel and proceed for a sightseeing tour of Paro, including the following places:
Drukgyel Dzong – Ruins of an old fortress in Paro
Kyichu Lhakhang – Famous Monastery in Paro
Ta Dzong – National Museum of Bhutan.
Visit Paro valley, one of the most expansive valleys in the kingdom. Witness the fertile rice fields, and a beautiful, crystalline river meandering down the valley and spend the night at a stay in Paro.
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Day 5- Explore the Chele La Pass in the Day and the Taktsang Monastery in the Evening expand_more
Eat breakfast and take a day trip to Chele La pass (12,200ft), the highest motorable point in Bhutan, to get a breathtaking view of Mt. Jhomolhari (23,996 ft, the second highest peak in Bhutan) and other Himalayan giants. (*It is an optional trip)
Visit the Paro handicraft market in the evening "OR" the Taktsang Monastery – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (*The tour to Taktsang Monastery will be optional since it requires 2-3 hours of trekking to reach the Monastery. Ponies are available for hire.)
Head back to Phuentsholing to rest for the night.
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Day 6- Return Journey expand_more
Have breakfast and transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal for the return journey.
What's Included
- Local English-speaking Bhutanese tour guide/leader
Available accommodations: 3* rooms (on double occupancy basis)
All transfers and sightseeing
Full-time luxury SUV with heater and AC
All necessary permits
Drinking mineral water
All necessary trekking arrangements (1 tent for 2 guests) only for trekkers
Special gift hamper for individuals
Free Bhutan tourist maps and other information pamphlets
Wearing Bhutanese dress and playing Bhutanese national sports (*optional)
Visit to traditional Bhutanese house and Bhutanese dinner with locals
What's Excluded
Any meals and services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
Room heaters (can be provided at an additional cost)
Service Tax over and above the package prices
Any increase in the price charged by the company on account of a change in the rate of taxes or imposition of new taxes by the Government would have to be borne by the customer
Personal expenses include laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drinks and other things not mentioned in the itinerary
Departure from any other city, apart from those mentioned as departure hubs
Surface transport/flights for passengers joining from any other city are not included and will be borne by the customer
Entry Fee: Tiger’s nest temple (Paro), Memorial Chorten (Thimphu)
What to bring
All guests must carry a valid Passport (valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of completion of travel and not handwritten). No other photo IDs are accepted.
Know before you go
- The package is only valid for Indian nationals.
Per-person prices are quoted on a twin-share basis (2 persons sharing a room).
A/C will be switched off during hill drives.
- Transportation shall be provided per the itinerary and will not be at your disposal.
- Airline seats and hotel rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking. In case of unavailability in the listed hotels, arrangements for an alternate accommodation will be made.
Indian citizens do not need a visa to visit Bhutan.
Bhutan is a traveller’s paradise, especially for those looking to take a break in the lap of nature. We give you a chance to explore this gorgeous destination in 6 days.
We reserve the right to modify the itinerary at any point due to reasons including but not limited to: force Majeure events, strikes, fairs, festivals, weather conditions, traffic problems, overbooking of hotels/flights, cancellation/ re-routing of flights, closure of/entry restrictions at a place of a visit, etc. While we will do our best to make suitable alternate arrangements, we would not be held liable for any refunds/compensation claims arising out of this.
Meeting Point
Bagdogra International Airport Road, Bagdogra, West Bengal, India
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Standard | |
| 1 To 2 | INR 27500 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |