A trip to Bhutan during the Thimphu Tshechu Festival is a unique cultural experience. This vibrant annual event in Thimphu features colorful mask dances and religious performances. It offers a chance to immerse yourself in Bhutanese traditions and spirituality. Set against the stunning Himalayan backdrop, the festival showcases Bhutan's rich heritage. Booking this trip promises a memorable journey filled with local hospitality and captivating cultural displays.
What is included in the tour
- 5 Nights accommodation in 3 star hotels on double sharing.
- 1+1 Night Phuentsholing, 1 Night Thimphu & 2 Nights Paro Stay.
- Complimentary Breakfast (5) at accommodated hotels.
- Complimentary Dinner (3) at accommodated hotels in Bhutan Part.
- Complimentary Tourist Sim Card with 100 Minutes Talk Time.
- Pickup & Drop from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) on a SIC basis.
- All transfers and sightseeing as per the Itinerary on SIC basis.
- Assistance for Tourist Permits to Travel to Thimphu, Paro.
- Driver allowances, toll tax, parking charges, and state taxes.
- Licensed Bhutanese Trip Coordinator to assist throughout the trip.
- Visa Cost or Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) Included
What is NOT included in the tour
- Any Airfare or Train Fare ( Airfare Deals Available ).
- Lunch, any extra meal/beverages not mentioned in the package.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary or Optional Tours.
- Any activities, permits, monuments entrance fee or transfers other than mentioned in the Itinerary.
- Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as rescheduling or cancellations e.g. flight cancellations, any accidents, weather conditions, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc. Such expenses will have to be paid directly.
- Any other expenses specifically not mentioned above.
- 5% GST & 5% TCS as per government norms
- Travel Insurance.
- Witness Thimphu Tshechu (Festival)
- 6-day trip from Bagdogra Airport
- 5 nights in 3-star hotels with included Visa Fee, and Guide
- 5 breakfasts, 3 dinners, and a complimentary tourist SIM card
- Exclusions: Flights, lunch, first and last night dinners, monument entry fees
- Transportation: Airport pickup/drop-offs by Innova, Internal sightseeing by Toyota Coaster bus
(Distance 145 kms | Driving Time: 4 hrs)
- Arrive at Bagdogra Airport (IXB), and proceed towards Phuentsholing.
- Arrive in Phuentsholing and embark on the unforgettable experience of crossing the Indo-Bhutan border on foot.
- Check In to your hotel and freshen up.
- Check out your locality in Phuentsholing and try local cuisines or simply relax in the charismatic environment of Bhutan.
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Overnight stay in Phuentsholing.
- After a breakfast, checkout from the hotel.
- After immigration proceed towards Thimphu.
- Enjoy this beautiful journey through the beautiful landscapes.
- Pass through Chukha Waterfall and Chuzom Bridge, confluence of two rivers Thimphu river and Paro river.
- Arrive Thimphu by evening and check in to your hotel.
- Leisure time in the evening.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Thimphu.
(Distance 50 kms | Driving Time: 1.5 hrs)
- After breakfast proceed for Thimphu local sightseeing.
- Visit Buddha Dordenma Statue: a huge statue of Buddha
- Takin Zoo: the national animal of Bhutan can be seen here
- Simply Bhutan Museum: Taste local wine ‘Aara’, dress up in traditional clothes, play National game Archery, meet the foot carver- Pema Tshering watch the cultural show and drink Bhutanese ‘Butter Tea’.
- Proceed towards Tashichho Dzong for Thimphu Festival
- Experience the spiritual essence of the country through the colorful masked dances and chants performed by monks.
- Arrival to Paro by evening. Check In to your hotel.
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Dinner and overnight stay in Paro.
(Distance 6.5 kms | Time: 3-5 hrs| Altitude: 10,245 FT Elevation: 900 mtr)
- After breakfast, proceed to Tiger’s Nest Monastery, also known as Paro Taktsang, is a sacred Buddhist temple and monastery.
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The hike to Tiger’s Nest is a easy to moderate one. You’ll be able to do it if you have at least an average level of fitness.
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For people who cannot make the climb, there are horses available for hire at the starting point.
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After the hike you can enjoy hot stone bath at countryside.
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Overnight stay in Paro.
(Paro To Phuentsholing Distance: 148 Kms| Driving Time: 4.5 hr)
- After breakfast proceed towards Paro town.
- Visit Rinpung Dzong- Popularly known as, Paro Dzong is situated in the Paro Valley.
- Leisure time for shopping and to explore local market of Paro town.
- Afternoon drive to Phuentsholing with stopovers and enjoying the scenic beauty.
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Overnight stay in Phuentsholing.
(Distance 145 KMS | Driving Time: 4 HRS)
- After breakfast checkout from Hotel
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At 8:00 AM depart for Bagdogra Airport for the onward journey
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Pickup Time: Between 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM from Bagdogra Airport on Day 1
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Drop Time: We will drop you by 02:00 PM to Bagdogra Airport on Day 6
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Airport Pickup and Drop will be done in batch of 6 people.
Note:
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On Day 1, If you've booked an early flight, please wait inside the airport. Our journey will commence when everyone has arrived.
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On Day 6, we will depart at 8:00 AM from Phuentsholing. We'll conclude the trip by dropping you off at the airport between 01:00 PM and 2:00 PM. You are free to book any flight departing after 3:00 PM. In the case of a late flight, you have the option to wait at the airport.
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If your pickup or drop falls outside our designated time, you can arrange a separate vehicle at your own expense.
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The designated pick-up location is Bagdogra Airport only. If you are arriving by train or bus, please make your way to Bagdogra Airport for the pick-up.
Q: We’re a couple, do we need to share a room?
A: No Sharing with any other traveller. You will get a room for 2 of you.
Q: I’m travelling Solo, how will I be accommodated?
A: Solo travelers will share rooms with same-gender solo travelers.
Q: Is SDF or Visa Charges are included in this cost?
A: Yes SDF/ Visa Charges are included.
Phuentsholing: Gadhen Hotel / Meto Pema /Similar
Thimphu: Oro Villa / Hotel Ugyen / Similar
Paro: Pema Yangsel / Hotel Sangayling / Similar
Note: By default the rooms are base category, non view rooms.
You can upgrade the room category at additional cost after making the booking
Hotels will be confirmed as per the room availability. Otherwise we will confirm similar category hotel.
Day 1 > Pickup From Bagdogra Airport (India Part)> Toyota Innova
Day 2 to Day 5 > Bhutan Internal Sightseeing > Toyota Coaster Bus
Day 6 > Drop to Bagdogra Airport (India Part) > Toyota Innova
