Breathtaking Bhutan

Breathtaking Bhutan

Bhutan known as ‘Land of Thunder Dragons’ is a jewel of Himalaya locked between Tibet & India. One must travel to Bhutan to discover a world of Breath-taking Valleys, Ancient Cultural heritage, Towering Mountains, Amazing landscapes, Rich Flora & Fauna. This place is a unique combination of nature & religion which have turned this Himalayan Kingdom into world’s ‘Last Shangri La’. Bhutanese have always been protecting their ways of living, Lifestyles, culture, Dzongs, Temples and that’s what makes Bhutan more special. There is no commercial explosion here like the other tourist places.
There are many reasons why one must visit Bhutan at least once in lifetime. So do join us to explore this Land of Happiness!!!

Breathtaking Bhutan

• Exploring the Capital of Bhutan, Thimpu
• A short trek to Tiger’s Nest, one of most prominent monasteries of Bhutan hanging in the cliff
• Visiting Changangkha Lhakhang Monastery which is said to the oldest monasteries in the Thimphu
• Enjoy the drive through mighty Himalayan Valleys
• Visit to one of the most beautiful Dzongs in the country i.e. Punakha Dzong
• Explore the houses & buildings which are unique in terms of Architecture.
• Enjoy Rich & Hearty Bhutanese Food
• Ample amount of Photography Opportunities

Breathtaking Bhutan

Inclusions:

• Accommodation on Double/Triple Sharing Basis
• Breakfast & dinner as mentioned on the itinerary
• Guides
• Local permits
• SDF Charges
• All the Sightseeing as per the itinerary  
• Pickup & Drop from Airport & Transfer to hotels
• Travel in Comfortable Non-AC Private Bus
• Visa Fees

Exclusions:

• 5% GST Extra
• Lunch on all Days
• Entry fees of the sightseeing locations 
• Sim Card
• Entry Fees at sightseeing locations not mentioned in itinerary
• Airfare/Train fare
• Beverages/ Mineral Water Costs
• Tips for the Staff
• Travel Insurance
• Any other Personal expenses that are not mentioned in above
• Flight Cancellation, Medical Emergencies Costs & Any other Costs arising out of unforeseen Circumstances

Bhutan Immigration:

• Voter Identity Card
• Passport
• Passport Size Colour Photographs (2 no’s)

Breathtaking Bhutan

Day 1, Sunday: Arrival at Bagdogra & transfer to Phuentsholing (4-5 Hrs drive)

Arrival at Bagdogra Airport by 12.00 pm & Transfer to Phuentsholing.

Hotel check-in.

Night Stay at Phuentsholing.
(Dinner included)

Day 2, Monday: Phuentsholing to Paro (5-6 Hrs drive)-Paro Sightseeing

Post breakfast, check out & proceed towards Paro.

Check-in at Paro Hotel.

On reaching Paro, You Can visit Ta Dzong (if time permits), a circular fortress that once protected this valley from the Tibetan invasion. It is now National Museum with an excellent collection of Bhutanese antiquities. 
Come back to hotel.
Have dinner & retire.

Night Stay at Paro
(Breakfast & Dinner included)

Day 3, Tuesday: Paro Sightseeing

After breakfast, Leave in morning for Tiger Nest Monastery trek.
Visit Kyichu Monastery.
In evening, there will be some free time for shopping at Local market.

By evening, come back to hotel.

Night Stay at Paro.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)

Note: Tiger Nest Trek duration is of 4-5 Hrs up & down & is easily doable. But you can hire mules at an extra cost, which go till halfway & from there the trek is for 1 hr to the monastery.

Day 4, Wednesday: Paro-Thimphu (1-2 Hrs drive)

Post breakfast, check out & proceed towards Thimphu.
Visit Paro Rinpung Dzong.

Thimphu Sightseeing

Today you will be doing full day excursion Tour in Thimphu & will be covering the below mentioned Places:
1) Memorial Chorten built in 1974 to honour memory of Late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, popularly known as the Father of Modern Bhutan. A multi-storied stupa that will introduce you to the vitality of Tantric Buddhism.
2) Changangkha Lhakhang Monastery (one of the oldest monasteries in the valley)
3) Royal Takin Reserve where one can see Yak & Takin, the National wild animal of Bhutan & drive up to view point & take a hike beyond to see the clear picture of Thimphu Valley.
4) National Library (collection of holly scripts) (Saturday & Sunday closed)
5) Buddha Point
6) Simply Bhutan

Hotel check-in at Thimphu.

Night Stay at Thimphu
(Breakfast & Dinner included)

Day 5, Thurday: Drive Thimphu-Punakha-Thimphu (3-4 Hrs drive)

After breakfast, proceed to Punakha.

You will take a stop for tea at Dochula pass (3,100 meters) where you will witness spectacular views of Himalayas. Visit Punakha Dzong, which is noteworthy both for being one of the most Beautiful Dzongs in Bhutan & it is still the winter residence of Central Monastic Body.
Visit Suspension bridge.
Come back to Thimphu.

Night Stay at Thimphu.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)

Day 6, Friday: Drive Thimphu-Jaldapara (5-6 Hrs drive)

After breakfast, check out & proceed to Jaldapara.
Check in at hotel.

Night Stay at Jaldapara
(Breakfast & Dinner included)

Day 7, Saturday: Drop to Siliguri (4-5 Hrs drive)

After breakfast, check out & proceed to Siliguri.
You will be dropped to Bagdogra Airport.

(Breakfast included)

Note: You can opt for jungle safari in morning at Jaldapara National Park at an extra cost.

Medical Disclaimer: Though this trip is easy from physical endurance perspective but it’s not advisable for the people suffering from High Blood pressure, any other heart ailments or Illness of any kind. It is of utmost importance that you are fit and fine before going for this trip &It Is mandatory to get yourself medically checked & submit a medical certificate to the Tour Organizer.