20914- Mr Vishnu Upadhyay (Bhutan)

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20914- Mr Vishnu Upadhyay (Bhutan)

Highlights of Bhutan

06 NIGHT / 07 DAYS
Deluxe : INR 59,950 Premium : INR 65,900
3N Thimphu – Wangdue /Punakha – 3N Paro
Day 01: Paro Airport – Thimphu
(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. Evening explore the Thimphu town by walk. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Day 02: In Thimphu Sightseeing
Morning after breakfast visit Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) a place for refreshing with a huge statue of Buddha on the top of the Kuensel Phodrang, National Memorial Chorten (Monument) & Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon visit Sangaygang View Point, Changangkha Monastery, Takin Preserve Centre, the national animal of Bhutan can be seen here, Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion). Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Day 03: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue Sightseeing
(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1310 mts.)
After breakfast start an excursion to Punakha (4298 ft.) / Wangdue, On the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.) to view the higher Himalayas, 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 back to Thimpu. Overnight stay at Thimpu.

Day 04: Thimphu – Paro Sightseeing
(Distance: 65 kms. / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Paro: 2280 mts.)
After breakfast transfer to Paro( 7483 ft.). On the way visit the Tamchog Lhakhang – It is situated between Thimphu and Paro and it was built in the 13th century by Thangthong Gyalpo. He is also known as the Iron bridge builder. Situated on a hill top, we have to cross an ancient style bridge to reach the temple. On arrival in Paro, 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. 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: Excursion to Chele-La-Pass
(Distance: 35 kms. One way / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Chele-La-Pass: 3810 mts.)
After breakfast excursion trip to Chele-La-Pass (13,088 ft.) – the highest motorable road in Bhutan. Enjoy the scenic beauty & memorable landscapes from Chele-La-Pass. Back to Paro. Rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.
Day 07: Paro Airport
After breakfast check out from hotel and drop at Paro Airport for your onward journey
  Package Rates are per person in INR and details as below

Rates Per Person Deluxe Premium
Adult on Twin Sharing for 2 Pax INR 59,950 INR 65,900
3 to 5 Pax.  INR 53,450 INR 59,400
6 pax. & above INR 49,450 INR 55,500
Extra Adult/ Child with Bed INR 40,150 INR 44,200
Child (5-11 Yrs.) without bed INR 32,100 INR 34,800
Infant (below 2 yrs.) INR 4,500 INR 4,500
Food Included Breakfast and Dinner Breakfast and Dinner
Thimphu DORJEE / KISA / PEDLING/ SIMIAR ARIYA / OSEL/ SIMILAR
Paro TASHI PHUENTSHOK / DEWACHEN/ SIMILAR TASHI NAMGAY / METTA / TENZILING / GOLDEN ROOTS
  Inclusions

  • Airfare DEL-PBH and return.
  • Accommodation on twin sharing with Breakfast.
  • Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
  • All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
  • Guide charges (Only Bhutan Portion).
  • Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only.
Air seat availability details and seats are subject to availability:-

DEL-PBH FRI KB201 24-May-19 11:45 15:20 7
PBH-DEL THU KB202 30-May-19 13:55 15:45 7
DEL-PBH SAT B3774 25-May-19 11:10 13:50 5
PBH-DEL FRI B3773 31-May-19 8:15 10:05 5
DEL-PBH SUN KB203 26-May-19 10:50 13:40 10
PBH-DEL SAT KB204 1-Jun-19 7:40 10:55 10
DEL-PBH TUE B3774 28-May-19 11:10 13:50 20
PBH-DEL MON B3773 3-Jun-19 8:00 9:40 20
  Excludes

  • Air Fare/Train fare.
  • Kolkatta to Paro and Back airfare is around 16,000/- per person return
  • Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, porterage.
  • Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Entrance Fees.
  • 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.
  • 5% GST  on Package cost
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Anything which is not include in the inclusion.
Please Note :-Permit for Bhutan:
Indian nationals do not require any visa for Bhutan. A permit will be issued at the entry point on production of a passport or Voter ID and 04 passport size photographs.
Restricted Area Permit for Punakha / Wangdue:
Restricted Area Permit is required to visit Punakha / Wangdue from Home Ministry of Bhutan. No charge will be applicable for this permit. Please bring 02 passport size photographs and Voter ID card or Passport of each person including child. This special permit is given only after guest has entered Bhutan. Permits are not issued on Saturday, Sunday & Govt. holidays.
Please note premium packages with Hotels like Uma Group of Hotels, Taj Tashi, Amankora rates are also available on case to case basis.
Hotels serve both Vegetarian & Non Vegetarian food which would be basic & freshly prepared. Specific regional Indian cuisine will not be available. Only the basic Indian Vegetarian / Non – Vegetarian food can be arranged.About Vehicle:
Tour Starting and Ending both from India (Drv In & Drv Out) Packages
We provide exclusive Indian Vehicle only for 2-5 Pax throughout the tour.
And above 5 pax exclusive Indian vehicle in India Part and Bhutan vehicle in Bhutan part for all drive in and drive out  packages.

  • Non Ac Wagon R / Indica / for 2-3 Pax
  • Innova / Xylo / Scorpio for 4-5 Pax
  • 2 Innova / Xylo / Scorpio for 6 & above Pax. in India part
  • 1 Toyota Hi Roof Hiace (Non AC) for 6 & above Pax. In Bhutan part

DO’S:

  • Adults must carry original & valid Passport or original Voter ID card. Children must carry original & valid Passport or original birth certificate & school photo ID card.
  • Remember to carry sufficient woolens including hand gloves.
  • Please check with your mobile service provider for charges related to Bhutan.

DON’TS:

  • Do not carry Indian Rs. 500/- or Rs. 2,000/- currency notes. It is illegal.
  • Tobacco & Tobacco products are banned in Bhutan.
  • Do not bring any plant or agricultural product out of Bhutan. It is illegal.
  • Credit cards are accepted in selected establishments in Bhutan.