Picturesque Bhutan

5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS

Day 01: Paro Airport – Thimphu Sightseeing
(Distance: 65 kms. / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2350 mts.)
Meet & Greet on arrival at Paro Airport and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon start for half day Thimphu sightseeing consist of Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) a place for refreshing with a huge statue of Buddha on the top of the Kuensel Phodrang, National Memorial Chorten – This Chorten was built in 1974 in a typical Tibetan style. It is also a center of worship for the people living in Thimphu. Later in the day visit Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion) – The Dzong is the seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan) at present. Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 02: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue Sightseeing
(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1310 mts.)
After breakfast drive to Punakha (4298 ft.) / Wangdue, On the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass(3150 mts.). to view the higher Himalayas. Arrival at Punakha check in at hotel. After noon visit Punakha Dzong – built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. For many years until the time of the second king, it served as the seat of the Government. The Dzong was named Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo and King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck convened the first National Assembly here in 1952.  After that take, a short and easy hike to visit the Chhimi Lhakhang – The Temple, also known as “The Temple of Fertility” was built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, “The Devine Mad Man”. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Punakha / Wangdue.

Day 03: Excursion to Gangtey (Phobjikha) OR Punakha Sightseeing
(Excursion to Gangtey – Distance: 78 kms. One way / Driving Time: 3 hrs.)
After breakfast, start for 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. It is a beautiful valley of Bhutan. You can also visit Gangtey Gompha. Evening return back. Overnight stay at Punakha / Wangdue.

Alternatively, instead of going to Gangtey (Phobjikha), you also have an option spending the day in Punakha Valley itself.
After breakfast hike Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten which is about 45 Mins easy hike to the top of the hill. It offers a breathtaking view of the Punakha Valley. Also visit Punakha Suspension Bridge and Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery. Rest of the day free for leisure. Overnight stay at Punakha / Wangdue.

Day 04: Punakha/Wangdue – Paro Sightseeing
(Distance: 140 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Paro: 2280 mts.)
After breakfast drive to Paro (7,483 ft.). On the way stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Park. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong – National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangkha, etc. Rinpung Dzong – Meaning “fortress of the heap of jewels”. The dzong now serves as the administrative and judicial seat of Paro. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.

Day 05: Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast hike to the famous Taktsang Monastery – called “Tiger’s Nest” (2hrs hike from the base camp). Later visit Drukgyel Dzong & Kyichu Monastery. Overnight stay at Paro.

Day 06: Paro Airport
After breakfast check out from hotel and drop at Paro Airport for your onward journey.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on twin Sharing Basis.
  • Meal Plan (as per selection).
  • Sightseeing as per the itinerary.
  • All Permit fees as per itinerary.
  • Exclusive Non-a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary. ( For AC need to inform while booking)
  • All permit fees (as per itinerary).
  • Rates are valid for Indian Nationals Only.

Exclusions

  • Air Fare / Train fare.
  • GST
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), Ropeway, porterage.
  • Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Entrance Fees & Guide 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 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.

Terms & Conditions

ITINERARY MAY SHUFFLE UP AS PER THE ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE  SCHEDULE.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  • The above itinerary is suggested Tour Plan.
  • Price may vary if any more services get added / any change in no of passenger.
  • All sightseeing’s are weather dependent & no refunds for the same if authorities are not operating them.
  • Please note that after the finalization of the tour / service cost, if there are any hike in entrance fees of monuments / museums, taxes, fuel cost or guide charges, the same would be charged as extra.
  • We act only in the capacity of agent for the hotels, airlines, transporters & contractors providing other services are subject to the terms & conditions under which these services are provided by them.
  • We reserve the right to change/ schedule in the interest of the trip passenger’s safety, comfort & general well being.
  • We shall not be responsible for any delays & alterations in the programme or expenses incurred – directly or indirectly – due to natural hazards, flight cancellations, accident, breakdown of machinery or equipments, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, political closures or any unavoidable incidents. If any cost is imposed due to this, will be borne by the customer itself and not by the agent.
  • Preponing or postponing a confirmed travel date may add the supplement cost.
  • The company shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, baggage loss, injury, accident,death, breakdown, or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be borne by the passengers.
  • No refund will be provided for the unutilized services.
  • The company is responsible for only those services which are charged from the guest.
  • Check-in and check-out timing of the hotel will be according to the timing of the respective hotels.
  • Dollar rates are applicable only to foreign nationals and Indians possessing foreign passports while the INR package rates will be applicable to Indian nationals.
  • Any claim related to the package must be brought to the notice of the company within a week.
  • If the company is unable to provide accommodations at the booked hotels due to natural or unavoidable circumstances that interrupt the expected course of events, the clients will be provided with equivalent or higher category accommodations.
  • Surcharges / Supplement cost will be applied during Peak / High Season / New Year / Christmas / or any other festival.

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