International Tours
Bhutan
- Routing : Phuntsholing (01 Nts) -Thimphu (01 Nts) - Wangdi (01 Nts) - Paro (02 Nts)- Phuntsholing (01 Nts)
- No of Nights : 6 Nights / 7 days
- Vehicle Used : By Non A/C Toyota Car (As per Itinerary)
- Phuntsholing (01 Nts)-Thimphu (01 Nts) - Wangdi (01 Nts) - Paro (02 Nts)-Phuntsholing (01 Nts) 06 NIGHTS / 07 DAYS (DRIVE IN - DRIVE OUT)
Day 1: ARRIVAL AT PHUNTSHOLING (298Mts / 977Fts)
Meet & Greet upon arrival at Phuntsholing (298Mts / 977Fts), a small town at the Indo-Bhutan border. Overnight at Hotel
Day 2: PHUNTSHOLING – THIMPHU (178 KMS /06 HRS, 2134Mt/7000Fts)
After breakfast drive to Thimphu (178 KMS /06 HRS, 2134Mt/7000Fts), the capital of Bhutan, lies at an elevation of 2300m. Visitors can enjoy relaxing walk in the valley at evening. Overnight at Hotel
Day 3: THIMPHU – WANGDI (70 KMS / 03 HRS, 1350Mts / 4430Fts)
After breakfast go for half day Thimphu sightseeing - visit the Indigenous hospital where traditional old art of healing is still practiced, National library, Royal goldsmith workshop and Memorial Chorten built in the memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, 15 century. Also visit the new Drupthob nunnery temple and Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Point). Afternoon drive to Wangdiphodrang (70 KMS / 03 HRS, 1350Mts / 4430Fts) the last town on the highway before entering central Bhutan. The drive over Dochu La pass is very scenic with fascinating view of mountains of Bhutan. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4: WANGDI – (PUNAKHA) – PARO (135 KMS / 05 HRS, 2134Mts / 7000Fts)
After breakfast leave for Punakha, the valley, which lies amidst snow-capped mountain peaks, served as capital of Bhutan until 1955. Visit Punakha Dzong built at the confluence of the Po and Mo Chu Rivers in the 17th Century by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel served as capital of Bhutan until 1955. The Dzong houses sacred artifacts and the embalmed body of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. Drive to Paro (135 KMS / 05 HRS, 2134Mts / 7000Fts). Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5: PARO
After breakfast go for Paro Sightseeing - visit the ruined fortress of Drugyel Dzong which still attracts visitors due to the strategic location of the fort. The fort defended the Paro valley from the Tibetan invasion from the north in the early 17th century. On clear weather Mount Chomolhari 7320 meters can be seen towering over the Dzong. Proceed through the beautiful valley to the watch tower or locally known as Ta-Dzong. Visit Ta Dzong (National Museum) Opening Hours – whole week - 0900HRS TO 1600HRS & Closed On National Holidays , which was built in 1651 as a watchtower. Since 1951 the Dzong has been re-established as the National museum and holds fascinating collections of art and religious Thankha paintings. A short walk downhill to the Rinpung Dzong which serves as the administrative center and school for monks. Walk further down crossing the traditional bridge into Paro Town. Overnight at Hotel.
Note: Kindly note that after September 2011 Earth quake, Ta Dzong (Paro Museum) had been closed and shifted to exhibition hall just above the museum. Now the present exhibition hall will be open throughout the week except for government holidays. All tourists visiting Dzongs and temples must be dressed appropriately. No half pant, sleeve less shirts, floaters, etc are allowed.
Day 6: PARO – PHUNTSHOLING (176 KMS / 06 HRS, 298Mts / 977Fts)
After breakfast drive to Phuntsholing (176 KMS / 06 HRS, 298Mts / 977Fts) Overnight at Hotel.
Hotel Used
| Hotels Name | A Grade (TOP HOTELS) | Meal Plan | Mode of Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phuntsholing | Hotel Lakhi | BB | By Toyota Car / Van |
| Thimphu | Hotel Migmar | BB | By Toyota Car / Van |
| Wangdi / Punakha | Kichu Resort | BB | By Toyota Car / Van |
| Paro | Kichu Resort | BB | By Toyota Car / Van |
IMPORTANT NOTE
Kindly note the followings are mandatory to carry while travelling to Bhutan for Indian Nationals:
- Original Valid (valid at least for 06 months from the date of departure from Bhutan) Passport or Election’s ID card and its photo copy.
- School Photo ID Proof of the child along with Original Date of Birth Certificate.
- Passport size photograph for all the passengers travelling
ENTRY FORMALITY TO BHUTAN
- 04 Recent Color Photograph
- Original Passport / Election Id card which is Mandatory for all passengers. For minors Original Birth Certificate / Valid passport with minimum six month validity from date of departure from Bhutan. The same ID will have to be carried during the tour. However, Indian national if flying to Bhutan from any second country require valid passport with minimum six month validity from date of departure from Bhutan while entering Bhutan but visa is not required.
- Incase traveling by surface to Bhutan please avoid reaching Phuntsholing on a government holiday (List given below), Friday & Saturday. On these days permit cannot be issued & they will have to stay at Phuntsholing doing nothing. In case one is traveling to area other than Thimphu, Paro & Phuntsholing, a special (Pink) permit is required which is issued on the basis of the permit made at Phuntsholing. This special (Pink) permit is issued from Thimphu from Monday to Friday, so one has to avoid reaching Thimphu on government holiday (List given below), Saturday & Sunday. You are also advised to make photo copy for the paper permit issued at Paro or Phuntsholing and keep it in safe custody as you will not be allowed to leave the country without surrendering this paper permit in original.
Package Includes
- 6 nights stay at the above mentioned hotel on MAP(Breakfast & dinner) plan.
- Transfers & Sightseeing’s as per below Itinerary
- Services of an Escort cum Guide as per the itinerary for Bhutan Portion only
- Return transfers from Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station to Phuntsholing by Non Ac- SPACIO / HARD TOP
- All tours & transfers by Non A/C Toyota Car as per Itinerary
Package Excludes
- Airfare.(Airfare will get included at the time of booking)
- Extras of personal nature such as personal tips, laundry charges, additional tour charges.
- Insurance, Medical & Emergency rescue costs.
- Does not include Hard drinks or liquor or mineral water or soft drinks/juices.
- Does not include Entrance Fees at Monasteries / Monuments / Museums etc.
- Does not include specialized Guide.
- Travel / Medical Insurance
- Any service not mentioned in the tour inclusion’s column
- GST @ 3.09% will be charged on total amount.