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Bhutan Exploration
8 Days · 7 Nights
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Bhutan
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Overview

Bhutan is a Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge known for its religious communities, posts (or dzongs) and landscapes that range from subtropical fields to soak mountains and valleys. Visit this last extraordinary Himalayan kingdom, covered in secret and enchantment, where a conventional Buddhist culture blends with modern development. Check out the detailed itinerary below for more information.

Itinerary
  • Meet & greet on arrival at IXB (Bagdogra) Airport
  • Get transfer to Phuentsholing - The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India
  • It is a thriving commercial center on the northern edge of the Indian Plains
  • On arrival, check-in to the hotel
  • In the evening, visit places like Zangto Pelri and Kharbandi Gompa
  • Overnight stay in Phuentsholing
  • After breakfast, complete the immigration formalities
  • Get a transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.), the capital city of Bhutan
  • On arrival, check-in to the hotel
  • In the evening, visit the Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion)
  • Visit Bhutan to experience cultural activities
  • Overnight stay in Thimphu
  • After breakfast, visit Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue), King's Memorial Chorten (Monument) & Folk Heritage Museum
  • In the afternoon, get a transfer to Punakha/Wangdue Phodrang (4,300 ft.), via Dochu-La-Pass (10,170 ft.) to view the higher Himalayas
  • The pass also has 108 Druk Wangyal Khangzang Chorten which is believed brings multi fold merit to all sentient beings and which make the pass a must-visit place
  • On arrival, check-in to the hotel
  • Overnight stay will be at Punakha/Wangdue Phodrang
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel
  • Visit the Punakha Dzong - built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal
  • The Dzong was named Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness)
  • After that, take a short excursion trip to visit the Chhimi Lhakhang - The Temple, also known as “The Temple of Fertility”
  • Later, get a transfer to Phobjikha
  • On arrival, check-in to the hotel
  • Spend the evening at leisure
  • Overnight stay in Phobjikha
  • After breakfast, start for a full-day excursion trip to Gangtey (9,840 ft.)
  • Gangtey is the home of black necked crane which migrates from the arid plains of Tibet in the north
  • You can also visit Gangtey Gompa
  • In the afternoon, drive to Paro
  • On arrival, check-in to the hotel and relax
  • Evening is free for leisurely activities
  • Overnight stay in Paro
  • After breakfast, visit Drukgyel Dzong
  • Also, visit famous Taktsang Monastery - called “Tiger's Nest” (2 hrs hike from the base camp) & Kitchu Monastery
  • Overnight stay will be in Paro
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel
  • Head out for a half-day sightseeing tour in Paro
  • Visit National Museum to explore an excellent collection of Bhutanese antiquities
  • Explore Rinpung Dzong - the administrative seat of the district of Paro & Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest Buddist temples in Bhutan
  • Get a transfer to Phuentsholing
  • On arrival, check-in to the hotel
  • Overnight stay in Phuentsholing
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel
  • Take the departure transfer to IXB Airport/NJP Railway Station for your onward journey
Hotel Details
  • Hotel Gadhen, Hotel Central in Phuentsholing, or similar
  • Gakyil Thimphu (3-star), Hotel Riverside in Thimphu, or similar
  • Mandala Resort or Dewachen Resort & Spa (3-star) in Paro, or similar
  • Damchen Resort (4-star), Hotel Zangdo Pelri in Punakha, or similar
  • Dewachen Hotel & Spa in Phobjikha, or similar
Inclusions
  • Arrival assistance
  • Accommodation
  • Sim Card
  • Daily breakfast
  • Well maintained vehicles with a knowledgeable driver
  • All sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All vehicle parking fees at the attractions
  • Immigration fees and necessary permits
Exclusions
  • Anything specifically not mentioned under the inclusions
  • Monument entry fees
  • Activity cost - rafting, cycling, etc.
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Any personal consumption made which is not included in the package
  • Tipping & porterage
  • Guest insurance
  • Air tickets

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Please note that these packages are customizable, which means that you will be able to make changes to the itinerary/activity if you so desire. The final payment will be calculated as per the activities reflecting on the website which will be outlined in the confirmatory e-mail sent to you.

Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic beverages, mini bar etc., are not included

Cancellation any time after making the 1st payment instalment till the 2nd payment date: The entire amount paid as 1st payment instalment (deposit) would be non-refundable.

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