Bhutan – Wedged between the world’s giants, India and the Tibetan region of China, BHUTAN – the Land of the Thunder Dragon – one of the most sought after travel destinations today. The land of the thunder dragon kingdom is a trekker’s paradise and an environmentalist’s dream. Bhutan is one of the least densely populated countries in the world, with 79 percent of the people living in rural areas. Bhutan is the only country to maintain Mahayana Buddhism in its Tantric Vajrayana form as the official religion.
The Bhutanese architectural landscape is made up of chortens, stonewalls, temples, monasteries, fortresses, mansions and houses. Associated with a number of clear-cut architectural concepts and building types rooted in Tibetan Buddhism, there is a strong association between state, religious and secular forms. You can now discover the cultural and natural wonders of this last remaining Mahayana Buddhist Kingdom of the Himalaya. Here is a kingdom that is just throwing off the veil of mystery, and opening its doors to visitors.
Bhutan is truly Shangri-la, a mythical country hidden deep in the mountains.
Basic Information
Location
Destination
Cost
Guided Excursions
Bhutan, Thimphu, Paro Valley
Thimphu, Punakha valley, Paro valley,
Start from Rs.46500 per person
Car
Included
Accommodation at mentioned hotels or Similar as per meal plans mentioned
SDF (Govt. sustainable development fee)
All internal permits
Transportation as per above All
1 English speaking guide for Bhutan tour from day 2 - day 6
Internal taxes, mineral water daily 1 liter per person
Excluded
Personal travel insurance
Expenses of personal nature like medical expenses, phone calls, etc
Government Service tax as applicable
Any Airfare/Train fare
Entry fees at Monuments and guide services
Day 1 Arrive Bagdogra/NJP and drive to Phuntsoling 165 kms 4-5 hrs approx
Arrive Bagdogra / NJP and drive to Phuntsoling, border gate between Bhutan and Jaigoan, West Bengal meet and greet, complete all immigration formalities and day at leisure.O/n at Phuentsholing
Day 2 Phuentsholing – Thimphu capital city 150 km 5 hrs
Morning we transfer to the capital city Thimphu, the drive is scenic as you will be passing through mountains. Check in the hotel and you could relax at the hotel or take a walk to the main town Norzin Lam. O/n at Thimphu Enroute hot tea/coffee
Day 3 Thimphu – capital city
When in Thimphu you got to prepare for surprises where this unique capital has no traffic lights but adopted its own version of the British – Indian colonial times traffic policemen who can startle you and memorize others with his elaborate hand gestures, sometimes he may be signaling stop when it looks like go but don’t worry you can observe the flow and notice his smile as you stare at him. Sightseeing includes visit to the National Memorial Chorten a stupa dedicated to the third king of Bhutan and Buddha statue, Takin Zoo where you will find national animal of Bhutan and drive downhill stop at the junction to take a glimpse of Trashichho Dzong. Proceed towards National Library and Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon take a short walk to Handicraft Bazaar to view the traditional arts. Afternoon at leisure or take a walk to the main city from Clock tower square for shopping.. O/n at Thimphu. 1 complementary authentic Bhutanese set lunch in local restaurant in Thimphu
Day 4 Thimphu – enroute excursion to Dochula pass 10,000ft - 25 km 45 min drive & transfer to Paro 5
After breakfast transfer to Dochula pass 10,000 ft on the way stop at Hongtsho village and at the immigration check point please get a stamp in your permit. Next to the check point you will find small local stalls selling fresh juicy local apples available for sale in plastic bags you could try some. You will be driving through the first mountain pass in the western part of Bhutan. Stop at 108 Druk Wangyal chortens on the top of the pass where the ridges are draped in colorful prayer flags greet you. You could take three rounds and offer prayers, take some best photo shots. If the weather is clear during the day or in the morning you will be able to see the highest peaks towards the north, Gangar Punsum among others is the highest unclimbed peak (24,000 ft) in the world. Afternoon transfer to Paro and afternoon at leisure. O/n at Paro. Enroute tea/coffee at Dochula pass
Day 5 Paro sightseeing
Morning drive to Paro valley and later visit Paro Dzong, the National Museum housed in a round fortress called as the Ta Dzong considered being one of the best natural history museums in Asia where it has a fine collection of natural and historic artifacts. Kyichu Lhakhang the monastery dates back to 7th century and is one of the oldest and most sacred. Afternoon visit one of the fFarm houses, view point of Drukgyel Dzong, a 17th century fortress that used to keep invaders from Tibet and in 1951 and Tigers Nest view point. Evening at leisure. O/n at Paro.
Day 6 Paro – Phuentsholing 140 km 5 hrs
After breakfast transfer to Phuentsholing check in the hotel and day at leisure. O/n at Phuentsholing.
