About the trip
The current capital and the largest city in Bhutan, Thimphu is a popular tourist destination that is visited and re-visited by thousands of tourists from all corners of the world. Nestling in the Wang Valley, Thimphu is the most westernised city in Bhutan. The town is dotted with quite a good number of five-star hotels and commercial areas, in addition to temples, chortens, fortresses, and monasteries that flaunt beautiful Bhutanese architecture.
Accommodation
Hotel Namgay
1 night(s) in Phuntsholing
Hotel Raven inn
2 night(s) in Thimphu
Kingaling Guest House
1 night(s) in Punakha
Hotel Jigmeling
2 night(s) in Paro
The Green Castle Resort
1 night(s) in Dooars
Included in the price
Phuntsholing
- Exclusive NAC Vehicle for all transfer & Sightseeing
- All Taxes except Govt. Service Taxes.
Phuntsholing
- Exclusive NAC Vehicle for all transfer & Sightseeing
- All Taxes except Govt. Service Taxes.
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Arrival At New Jalpaiguri Railway Station/bagdogra Airport To Phuentsholing
Meet and Greet on arrival at NJP / IXB & transfer to Phuentsholing – The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India, Phuentsholing (also sometimes spelled Phuentsholing) is the second largest town in Bhutan (population around 40,000) and is located on the Indian border, next to the town of Jaigaon. Evening free. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Phuentsholing To Thimphu
After Permit, transfer to Thimphu. Check in at the hotel. Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 3: Thimphu Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast visit Takin Zoo, BBS Tower, Chang Gangkha Monastery, Buddha Point, Changlimthang Stadium & Archery ground. Afternoon visit Tashichho dzong (Outside view), National Memorial Chorten, Government-run Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts shops. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Day 4: Thimphu To Punakha/wangdue Via Dochula Pass
After permit (Permit is not issued on Saturdays, Sundays & Govt holidays) drive (70 kms / 2.30 hrs) to Punakha/Wangdue, with a stop en route for tea at Dochu La Pass (3,100 meters), where on a clear day you can get spectacular views of the Himalayas. En route you can visit Mehsina Village & Chime Lhakhang. Visit Punakha Dzong & Sangchen Dorji Lhendrup Nunnery in Punakha. Overnight in Punakha/Wangdue.
Day 5: Punakha To Paro
Morning transfer (160 kms / 4 hrs) to Paro. Check in at the hotel. Overnight in Paro.
Day 6: Paro Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast, visit Ta Dzong (National Museum) and then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong which has a long and fascinating history. Afternoon visit Drukgyel Dzong, the ruined fortress from where Bhutanese repelled several invasion by Tibetan armies. Later visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines of the Kingdom. Return at hotel. Overnight stay at Paro.
Day 7: Paro To Dooars Via Phuentsholing
After check out drive to Dooars in India (190kms / 06 – 07 hrs). It’s a famous Wild Life Sanctuary for one horned rhino and Indian elephant. Overnight stay at hotel/Resort.
Day 8: Departure From Dooars
In the morning you can enjoy Jeep safari (Optional- Own Cost ) inside the grassland of Dooars to watch the great Indian Rhino in their natural habitat. Later drive to Bagdogra/NJP Station (2 hrs ) to your onward journey.
Exclusions
Expand- Extras of personal nature such as personal tips, laundry charges, additional tour charges. Insurance, Medical & Emergency rescue costs. Does not include Entrance fees at monuments, monasteries, museums etc. Does not include Hard drinks or liquor. Does not include Guide.
Terms and Conditions
Expand- The Package is valid for Indian Nationals Only.
- Per person rates (in Rs.) - applicable on 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
- Service Tax extra (as applicable)
- Transportation as per itinerary only (not available at disposal)
- The distance mentioned in the itinerary is correct however travel time depends on traffic and road condition.
- Itinerary is subject to change / swap without any prior notice
- Package rates are subject to change without prior notice
- Meal plan: Breakfast & dinner
- The package cannot be combined with any other offer
- The above package is valid only on specific departure dates as mentioned.
