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Overview

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.

7 Nights 8 Days 08 Mar Bagdogra Airport, West Bengal
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  • Inclusions/Exclusions

    What is included in the tour

    • 7 Nights accommodation in 3 star hotels on double sharing.
    • 1+1 Night Phuentsholing, 2 Nights Thimphu, 1 Night Punakha & 2 Nights Paro Stay.
    • Complimentary Breakfast (7) at accommodated hotels.
    • Complimentary Dinner (5) 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 Guide 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.
    • Any additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, or any transfers other than mentioned in the itinerary or optional tours.
    • Any activities, monuments entrance fee
    • 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.
    • Travel Insurance.
    • Any other expenses specifically not mentioned above.
    • 5% GST and 5% TCS as per government norms

     

    Highlights
    • 8-day trip from Bagdogra Airport
    • 7 nights in 3-star hotels with included Visa Fee, and Guide
    • 7 breakfasts, 5 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/ Similar, Internal sightseeing by Toyota Coaster bus/ Similar
    Itinerary
    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.
    • 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 SIGHTSEEING, STAY IN THIMPHU
    • 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.
    • Come back to hotel by evening. Dinner and overnight stay in Thimphu.

     

     DAY 4 :THIMPHU TO PUNAKHA, WITNESS FESTIVAL, STAY IN PUNAKHA

     (Distance 75 kms | Driving Time: 2.5 hrs)

    • After breakfast drive to Punakha.
    • Visit Dochula-Pass: (3150 mts.) a beautiful mountain pass, which is a concentration of 108 memorial stupas.
    • Proceed towards Punakha Dzong to attend Punakha Festival.
    • 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.
    • Punakha Suspension Bridge: It is one of the longest and oldest suspension bridges in Bhutan.
    • Check in to your hotel, dinner and overnight stay in Punakha.

     

    DAY 5 : PUNAKHA TO PARO, PARO LOCAL SIGHTSEEING, STAY IN PARO

    (DISTANCE 115 KMS | DRIVING TIME: 3.5 HRS)

    • After breakfast proceed towards Paro.
    • Arrive the beautiful Paro town and head out for local sightseeing.
    • Visit Rinpung Dzong aka Paro Dzong. Enjoy dressing in Bhutanese traditional dress  Gho & Kira. Traditional dress creates captivating photo moments with Rinpung Dzong in the background
    • Paro Airport View Point offers an stunning view of the entire town.
    • After sightseeing, check in to your hotel 
    • Dinner and overnight stay in Paro.

     

    DAY 6 : 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.
    • Dinner and overnight stay in Paro.

     

    DAY 7 : PARO TO CHELE-LA PASS DAY EXCURSION, STAY IN PHUENTSHOLING

    (Paro to Phuentsholing Distance: 150 kms | Driving Time: 4.5 hr)

    • Enjoy a hearty breakfast and check out from your hotel
    • Drive to Chele La Pass Bhutan's highest motorable road at 13,000 ft.
    • Breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including the sacred Mt. Jomolhari (22,000 feet).
    • A paradise for nature lovers, with diverse flora and fauna.
    • Afternoon drive to Phuentsholing with stopovers to capture the beauty of Bhutan's landscapes
    • Arrive Phuentsholing by evening and check in to your hotel.
    • Overnight stay in Phuentsholing.

     

    DAY 8: 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.

    Pickup point
    Bagdogra airport, Bagdogra, West Bengal, India View on Map
    Pickup and Drop
    • Pickup Time: Between 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM from Bagdogra Airport on Day 1

    • Drop Time: Between 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM to Bagdogra Airport on Day 8

    • Airport Pickup and Drop will be done in batch of 6 people.

    Note:

    • On Day 1, If you've booked an early flight, please wait inside the airport. Our journey will commence when everyone has arrived.

    • On Day 8, 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.

    • If your pickup or drop falls outside our designated time, you can arrange a separate vehicle at your own expense.

    • 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.

    FAQs

    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.

    Hotel Details

    Phuentsholing: Meto Pema / Amo Chhu View / Similar
    Thimphu: Oro Villa / Hotel Ugyen / Similar
    Punakha: Hotel White Dragon / Similar
    Paro: Pema Yangsel / Sangayling / Similar

    We use 3* Premium Category Hotels Certified 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.

    Vehicle Details

    Day 1 > Pickup From Bagdogra Airport (India Part)> Toyota Innova
    Day 2 to Day 7 > Bhutan Internal Sightseeing > Toyota Coaster Bus
    Day 8 > Drop to Bagdogra Airport (India Part) > Toyota Innova