Duration
7 Days and 6 Night
Tour type
Private Tour
Location
BHUTAN
Itinerary
Day 1
NJP Station / IXB Airport to Phuentsholing
(Distance: 170 km / Driving Time: 5 hrs / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 m)
Meet and greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra IXB Airport, followed by a transfer to Phuentsholing. Phuentsholing is a bustling commercial center on the northern edge of the Indian plains. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Enjoy an overnight stay in Phuentsholing.
Day 2
Phuentsholing to Thimphu
(Distance: 176 km / Driving Time: 6 hrs / Altitude of Thimphu: 2248 m)
After breakfast, complete the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. In the evening, visit the Tashichhoe Dzong (outer view), also known as the Fortress of the Glorious Religion.
Enjoy an overnight stay in Thimphu.
Day 3
Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Thimphu. Visit Kuensel Phodrang to see the magnificent Buddha Statue, followed by a visit to a Hindu Temple and the National Memorial Chorten, a revered monument. Explore the Takin Reserve Park, Simply Bhutan, and the Bhutan Postal Museum, which showcases the evolution of communication and postal services in Bhutan.
In the afternoon, visit a Nunnery, the BBS Tower, the Folk and Heritage Museum, and the National Library. Explore the Centenary Farmer Market for handicrafts and local products, and don't miss the Craft Bazar for shopping. Enjoy an overnight stay in Thimphu.
Day 4
Thimphu to Paro & Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast, drive to Paro, stopping along the way to enjoy the riverside and catch a glimpse of the airport view. In Paro, visit Ta Dzong, which houses the National Museum featuring an excellent collection of arts, relics, and religious thangkas. Next, explore Rinpung Dzong, meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels," and visit the Museum of Lights, showcasing the country's journey before the arrival of electricity to the present day. Check-in at your hotel. The evening is free for leisure.
Enjoy an overnight stay in Paro.
Day 5
Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast, you have two options for exploration:
Option 1: Visit Taktsang Monastery, also known as the "Tiger's Nest," a sacred site perched on a cliffside. Later, if time permits, visit Drukgyel Dzong. Overnight stay in Paro.
Option 2: After breakfast, drive to Sangchen Chokor Monastery for a stunning view of the Paro Valley and visit the temple. Return to Paro and in the evening, experience wearing a Bhutanese traditional dress and enjoy shopping at the local market.
Overnight stay in Paro.
Day 6
Paro to Phuentsholling
(Distance: 141 km / Driving Time: 5 hrs / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 m)
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and proceed to Phuentsholing. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. The evening is free for personal activities.
Enjoy an overnight stay in Phuentsholing.
Day 7
Phuentsholing to NJP Station / IXB Airport
(Distance: 170 km / Driving Time: 5 hrs / Altitude of NJP/IXB: 89 m)
The morning is free for packing and personal activities. After breakfast, you will be transferred to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra IXB Airport for your return or onward journey. The tour concludes with sweet memories.
Inclusions
- Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis at Hotels in base category Rooms.
- Extra people sharing the same room and extra roll-away mattresses will be provided.
- Meal Plan MAPAI (Daily Buffet/ fixed Menu Breakfast & Dinner in Hotel only).
- Exclusive NON-AC Vehicle for all transfer & sightseeing as per Itinerary.
- The vehicle will not be at disposal it will be available to guests as per itinerary only (point to point basis). All sightseeing with BST approved Guide (Bhutan part).
- Daily Bhutan Surcharge @ Rs. 1200 Per Person Per Night
- 500 ML packaged drinking Water Per Person Per Day.
- Permit assistance & Hotel Taxes (as per itinerary)
Exclusions
- Rail/airfare and travel insurance
- Any meal other than the specified
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, and porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entry fee, Camera fees, Activity cost, Parking Charges
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to an increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Room Heater Charges.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
- Any new Law implemented by the Bhutan Government.
Overview
Tour Highlights:
Phuentsholling
Thimpu
- Tashichhoe Dzong
- Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue)
- Hindu Tempel
- National Memorial Chorten (Monument)
- Takin Reserve Park
- Simply Bhutan
- Bhutan Postal Museum
Paro
- Ta Dzong
- Rinpung Dzong
- Taktsang Monastery
Note: A customizable option is available.
Extra Information
Important Note:
DOCUMENTS TO CARRY
- For Adults - Passport (with minimum 6 months validity) or Voter’s ID
- For Child - Passport (with minimum 6 months validity) or Birth Certificate
- Covid vaccination certificate (Fully vaccinated)
- Passport sized Photo
- Travel insurance
- Details of the number of times the guests have visited Bhutan