Bhutan is popularly known as “Land of Thunder Dragon” and it is situated in the Eastern Himalayas.
In Bhutan - the general prosperity of the country is measured by the ‘Gross National Happiness’.
Bhutan is also known as “Happiest Country in the World”. Bhutan attracts many travelers from
across the globe because of its untouched mountains, serenity, and vibrancy.
What is included in the tour
- 6 Nights accommodation in 3 star hotels on double sharing.
- 1+1 Night Phuentsholing, 2 Nights Thimphu & 2 Nights Paro Stay.
- Complimentary Breakfast (6) at accommodated hotels.
- Complimentary Dinner (4) at accommodated hotels in Thimphu and Paro.
- Complimentary Tourist Sim Card with 100 Minutes Talk Time.
- Pickup & Drop from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) on SIC basis.
- All transfers and sightseeing as per Itinerary on SIC basis.
- Assistance for Tourist Permits to Travel to Thimphu, Paro and Punakha.
- Driver allowances, toll tax, parking charges, 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).
- Dinner in Phuentsholing.
- 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, 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. flights 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 and 5% TCS as per government norms
- Travel Insurance.
- 7-day trip from Bagdogra Airport
- 6 nights stay in 3-star hotels with 6 breakfasts, 4 dinners,
- Incl. Visa Fee, Guide and a tourist SIM card
- Exclusions: Flights, lunch, first and last night dinners, monument entry fees
- Transportation: Airport pickup/drop-offs by Innova/ Similar, Internal sightseeing by Toyota Coaster bus/ Similar
DAY 1 : PICKUP FROM BAGDOGRA AIRPORT AND TRANSFER TO PHUENTSHOLING
(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.
DAY 2 : TRANSFER TO THIMPHU, ON THE WAY SIGHTSEEING, STAY IN THIMPHU
Distance 160 kms | Driving Time: 5 hrs)
- After a breakfast, checkout from the hotel.
- After immigration proceed towards Thimphu.
- Enjoy this beautiful journey through the beautiful landscapes.
- Pass through Dharma Kaya Stupa 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.
DAY 3 : THIMPHU TO PUNAKHA DAY EXCURSION, STAY IN THIMPHU
(Distance 75 kms | Driving Time: 2.5 hrs one way)
- After breakfast drive to Punakha.
- Visit Dochula-Pass: (3150 mts.) a beautiful mountain pass, which is a concentration of 108 memorial stupas.
- Punakha Dzong - is the second oldest dzong in Bhutan. Until the mid-1950s it served as the capital and seat of government.
- Punakha Suspension Bridge: It is one of the longest and oldest suspension bridges in Bhutan.
- After the Punakha tour come back to Thimphu.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Thimphu.
DAY 4 : THIMPHU SIGHTSEEING, STAY IN PARO
(Thimphu to Paro distance 50 kms | Driving Time: 1.5 hrs)
- After breakfast proceed for Thimphu local sightseeing.
- Visit Buddha Dordenma Statue: a huge statue of Buddha.
- Simply Bhutan Museum: Taste local wine ‘Aara’, play National game Archery, meet the foot carver- Pema Tshering watch the cultural show and drink Bhutanese ‘Butter Tea’.
- The National Memorial Chorten Stupas: Tibetan-style stupa, built in 1974.
- Royal Takin Preserve: Biggest protection of a rare mountain animal called Takin (Bhutan National Animal), surrounded by dense forest.
- Bhutan Postal Museum: Print your personalized stamps here.
- Arrival to Paro by evening. Check In to your hotel.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Paro.
DAY 5 : SHORT HIKE TO TIGER’S NEST AND OVERNIGHT STAY IN PARO
(Total Distance 6.4 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.
- 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.
- For people who cannot make the climb, there are horses available for hire at the starting point.
- After the hike you can enjoy hot stone bath at countryside.
- Overnight stay in Paro.
DAY 6 : EXPERIENCE PARO TSHECHU (FESTIVAL), STAY IN PHUENTSHOLING
(Paro to Phuentsholing Distance: 148 kms | Driving Time: 4.5 hr)
- After breakfast proceed towards Rinpung Dzong for Paro Festival.
- Paro Tshechu is by far one of the most popular festivals in Bhutan.
- Experience Bhutan's spirituality through colorful masked dances, monk chants, and traditional music played on flutes and trumpets.
- Witness the vibrant festival atmosphere, offering a glimpse into Bhutanese spiritual life and culture.
- Paro town does not look anything less than a painting while you witness the centuries old festival
- Afternoon drive to Phuentsholing with stopovers and enjoying the scenic beauty. Overnight stay in Phuentsholing.
DAY 7: TRANSFER FROM PHUENTSHOLING TO BAGDOGRA AIRPORT
(Distance 145 kms | Driving Time: 4 hrs)
- After breakfast checkout from Hotel
- At 8:00 AM depart for Bagdogra Airport for the onward journey
Note: 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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Pickup Time: Between 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM from Bagdogra Airport on day 1
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Drop Time: Between 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM to Bagdogra Airport on last day
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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 Last Day, 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: Meto Pema / Amo Chhu View / Similar
Thimphu: Oro Villa / Hotel Ugyen / Similar
Paro: Pema Yangsel / Sangayling / Similar
We use 3* Premium Category Hotels Certifield by Department Of Tourism Bhutan.
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 6 > Bhutan Internal Sightseeing > Toyota Coaster Bus
Day 7 > Drop to Bagdogra Airport (India Part) > Toyota Innova
