Summer Holidays in Bhutan

The Land of the Dragons is calling out to you this summer. Join us for this fantastic trip to this beautiful kingdom which is still untouched and raw in mny ways



JOURNEY DATE

9-17 Degrees Celsius

TRIP TYPE

International


TRIP DURATION

6nights & 7 days

PRICE

₹Rs 49500/- *

(Twin share)

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Inclusions

Accommodation on a double/twin-sharing basis
Meals as per itinerary
Sightseeing /Transfers in HiAce Bus
Sustainable Development Fees (SDF)
Bhutan E-Permit
Meals/excursions/transfers as per itinerary
Local Guide cum Travel buddy.

Exclusions

GST@5%
Doctor/Telephone/Soft Drinks/mineral water/alcohol/laundry/minibar or other personal expenses
Meals/tea/coffee/ tips/Transfers not mentioned in the itinerary.
Evening Tea/snacks.
Any porter charges in hotels & airports.
Adventure sports/rafting etc.
Insurance
Medical & Emergency rescue costs.
Any change in government taxes.
Transfers & drinks at Bar.
Entrance Fees (Monasteries/ Monuments/Museums) not included.
Vehicle only as per the itinerary and not at disposal.
A vehicle will not be available for shopping.

Itinerary

  • 1
    Day 1 : DAY 01: BAGDOGRA AIRPORT – PHUENTSHOLING (170 KM / 4 HRS.)

    Arrive at Bagdogra airport, and meet our representative. Proceed for the onward journey en- routes have lunch (on your own) then transfer to Phuentsholing. Phuentsholing is a border in a southern town in Bhutan Phuentsholing is the gateway of Bhutan by Road from India. It is a thriving commercial center on the northern edge of the Indian plains. On arrival check-in at the hotel.
    Overnight stay at the Phuentsholing.
    MEAL: Dinner
    OPTIONAL:
    Have lunch at Marina restaurant

  • 2
    Day 2 : DAY02: PHUENTSHOLING – THIMPHU (170 KM / 5 HRS.)

    After breakfast, proceed towards Thimphu via the wonderful mystic town Gedu, which is about 9000 ft above the sea and chukha dam. On the way, take a halt at Chojum to take photographs of a confluence of two rivers of Bhutan. It’s a beautiful roadside waterfall that’s refreshing and rejuvenating. Have lunch in a local restaurant and after that reach Thimphu.
    Thimphu, the capital town of Bhutan, is a unique city with an unusual mixture of modern development alongside ancient traditions. With a population of about 90,000, it is perhaps still the
    world’s only capital city without a traffic light. In the evening ,if time permits you can visit Tashichho Dzong Monastery which is a Buddhist monastery and fortress on the northern edge of the city of Thimphu in Bhutan, else we will cover it on Day 3. Explore the Clock tower, Thimpu market & café s’ of Thimphu (on your own). Overnight stay in the hotel.
    MEAL: Breakfast & Lunch /Dinner

    OPTIONAL:
    You can visit the main market- where we can collect souvenirs, traditional thangkas, textiles, art and craft materials and a lot of Products from this market.

  • 3
    Day 3 : DAY 03: THIMPHU TO PUNAKHA/WANGDU (DISTANCE 77KM, 3 HOURS’ DRIVE) TO THIMPHU (DISTANCE 125KM / 5 HOURS’ DRIVE)

    After breakfast, drive to Punakha across DochuLa. Located at a height of 3,088m/ 10,130 ft, Dochula is a scenic location with a chorten, mani wall, and prayer flags that decorate this highest point on the road. Visit Chimi Lhakhang which is situated on a hillock in the Centre of the valley, and is also known as the temple of fertility. It is widely believed that couples who do not have children and want one, if they pray at this temple, they are usually blessed with a child very soon. Have lunch en route then taking a walk through the village near the temple will give you rare glimpses into the daily life and lifestyle of the villagers. In the afternoon drive past Punakha Dzong (Palace of Great Happiness), built in 1637 at the junction of the Phochu and Mochu rivers.
    This majestic dzong served as both the religious and administrative center of Bhutan in the past. Later visit the Suspension bridge, this is the second longest suspension bridge in Bhutan and connects the old administrative center of Punakha Dzongkhag to the rest of the valley. After that return back to Thimphu. Dinner & Overnight stay at Thimphu.
    MEAL: Breakfast & Lunch /Dinner

  • 4
    Day 4 : THIMPHU SIGHTSEEING - PARO (1 HR 18 MIN (49.9 KM)

    After breakfast, drive to Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang) located a short drive from Thimphu city center. You can pay your obeisance and offer prayers to the Buddha, the largest statue in the country and then walk around and take a glimpse of the valley. Visit the National Memorial Chorten. Next visit Sangaygang View Point, Simply Bhutan with Painting school and Takin Preserve which is the national animal of Bhutan and looks like a cross between a cow and a goat. Next visit Thangtong dewachen Nunnery and craft bazaar. In the evening, proceed to paro, Overnight stay at the hotel in Paro.
    MEAL: Breakfast & Dinner

  • 5
    Day 5 : PARO – TIGER NEST TREK (APPROX. 5 HOURS ROUND-TRIP WALK).

    After breakfast, an excursion to Taktshang Monastery It is one of the most famous of Bhutan’s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery hence it is called ‘Tiger’s Nest’. This site has been recognized as a most sacred place and was visited by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646 and is now visited by all Bhutanese at least once in their lifetime.
    MEAL: Breakfast & Dinner

    OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:
    Hot stone bath, the process of a traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath is unique. It uses Menchu (medicinal water) which is nothing but fresh river water mixed with Artemisia leaves.
    Chill Out at Namgay Artisanal Brewery, and enjoy tasting several variants of local beer such as red rice lagers, pilsners, milk stout, wheat beer, etc.

  • 6
    Day 6 : PARO – PHUENTSHOLING (200 KM / 6 HRS)

    After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to visit the National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique Thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons & armor, household objects, and a rich assortment of natural and historic art facts. After this transfer to Phuentsholing.
    On arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing. 
    MEAL: Breakfast & Dinner
    OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:
    You can take Gho & Kira on rent (Bhutanese attire) outside of the museum and click lots of amazing pics.
    You can visit Champaca Café (Paro), which is a South Indian Cafe that serves some of the best coffee, sandwiches, and lunches in the area and is very tastefully decorated.

  • 7
    Day 7 : PHUENTSHOLING –BAGDOGRA AIRPORT (170 KM / 5 HRS)

    After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to the Bagdogra airport for a flight to your onward destination.
    MEAL: Breakfast

Pricing

Travel Date Tour Type Price
22-28 June 25 International ₹Rs 49500/- *

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Rashmi


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