21154 – Mr. H.A. x 18 // Bhutan ( Revised)

1st Day – (Wednesday 7th June) : NJP Railway Station/IXB Airport to Phuentsholing – Pick up

Approx. Distance: 157 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours

Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing (961 ft.) – The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India. It is a thriving commercial centre on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or walk around the Phuentsholing town. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.

2nd Day – (Thursday 8th June) : Phuentsholing to Thimphu – Transfer

Driving Distance – 150 Km. | Driving time – 5 Hr | Altitude of Thimphu – 2350 m.

After breakfast, complete the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On the way, stop at places to view scenery and for Photography. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or take a leisure walk around the Thimphu City. Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 3. Thimphu Sightseeing:

After breakfast visit the Kuenselphodrang (Buddha Dordenma). Located at a short drive from Thimphu City Centre, Kuenselphodrang offers a good overview of the Thimphu valley. The largest statue of Buddha in the country sits here which houses over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues. Then visit the National Memorial Chorten built in the memory of the Third King of Bhutan and visit the Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon visit Sangaygang View Point. The Lookout point offers a stunning panoramic view of the entire Thimphu. On the way back visit the Takin Preserve Centre. Takin is the National animal of Bhutan. Then visit the Changangkha Lhakhang. This is a popular Buddhist temple and is especially visited by parents to receive blessings for their new-born. Its interiors are full of murals that depict different stories. In the evening, visit the Tashichho Dzong, first built in 1216 A.D. by Lama Gyalwa Lhanangpa. 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). Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 4. Thimphu – Paro Excursion

Approx Distance: 55 Km • Est. Travel Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

After breakfast drive to Paro (7480 ft.). While in Paro, visit the Ta Dzong which now houses the National Museum of Bhutan with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangka, etc. Visit the Paro Rinpung Dzong which literally means the “fortress of the heap of jewels”. The Dzong now serves as the administrative and judicial seat of Paro Dzongkhag. Then explore the Paro Town. Afternoon, visit the Kyichhu Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan and then drive further to visit the ruins of the Drukgyel Dzong built by Tenzin Drukdra in 1649 at the behest of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate the victory over Tibetan invasion. On the way back take a photo stop to catch the view of the Taktshang Monastery (Tiger Nest). Further ahead stop at the Paro Airport View Point to enjoy the view and the soothing breeze for a while. Drive back to Thimphu. Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 5. Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue Excursion

Approx Distance: 78 Km • Est. Travel Time: 3 hours

After breakfast drive to Punakha (4298 ft). On the way stop at Dochula Pass at 3150 m to view the higher Himalayas. The pass is approximately 25 kms away from Thimphu and is the highest point between the Thimphu and Punakha/Wangdue Valley. Another attraction is the 108 chorten/stupas (Druk Wangyel Chortens) built close to each other surrounded by numerous colorful prayer flags. Further, one the way to Punakha enjoy the winding roads and the nature at its best. While in Punakha, take a short and easy hike to visit the Chhimi Lhakhang which is also known as the “The Temple of Fertility” and was built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, “The Devine Mad Man”. Then, visit the Punakha Dzong. Built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal the Dzong served as the seat of the Government until the time of the Second King of Bhutan. The Dzong was named Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). It is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo. If time permits, visit the Suspension Bridge, which is one of the longest in Bhutan. In the evening, drive back to Thimphu. Overnight at Thimphu.

6th Day – (Monday 12th June) : Thimphu to Phuentsholing – Transfer

Approx Distance: 150 Km • Est. Travel Time: 6 hours

After breakfast, transfer to Phuentsholing (961 ft.) – The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India. It is a thriving commercial centre on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, explore the Phuentsholing Town. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
+ (Contd. 6th Day) : Phuentsholing to Jaldapara  – Transfer
Then transfer to Jaldapara. On arrival check-in to hotel. Leisure time in the evening. Overnight stay at Jaldapara. ( 01 Dinner at hotel )

Approx Distance: 130 Km • Est. Travel Time: 4 hours

Early morning at 06:00 hrs, visit Jaldapara Wild Life Sanctuary on the back of Elephant / by Jeep (as per availability and on direct payment basis). Back to hotel. After breakfast Checkout from the hotel and take departure transfer to Bagdogra International Airport for your onward journey.(01 Breakfast at hotel )

Tour Cost & Hotel Details 
Tour Cost :
Option1  : INR 64,500 /- per person * 18 Adults = INR 11,61,000 /- for 18 Adults +5% TCS (In India – 3 Innova / Xylo / Similar & In Bhutan By 1 Coaster + 1 – Tucson / Santa fee / Breza / Creta / Similar as per itinerary & timing only.

Option 2  : INR 69,000 /- per person * 18 Adults = INR 11,61,000 /- for 18 Adults +5% TCS (In India – 3 Innova / Xylo / Similar &  In Bhutan 4 – Hiace / Hyundai H1 / Similar as per itinerary & timing only).

Inclusions

• Accommodation in the mentioned hotels (Base category twin rooms, unless specified)
• Meal Plan (Only Set Menu): AP
  06 Breakfast at hotel + 06 Lunch at local restaurant + 06 Dinner at hotel
• Bagdogra – Phunsholing – Siliguri : 3 Non A/C – Innova / Xylo / Similar as per itinerary & timing only.
• Other transfers in Bhutan by: Non A/C 1 – Coaster + 1 – Tucson / Santa fee / Breza / Creta / Similar as per itinerary & timing only. OR In Bhutan 4 – Hiace / Hyundai H1 / Similar as per itinerary & timing only)
• Service of  certified English speaking guide (Within Bhutan)
• Govt SDF @ 1200 per person per night and other taxes applicable

Excludes

• Air Ticket / Train fare. 

• The cost does not include anything not mentioned in the inclusion
• Entry Fees for Museums and Monuments is not included in the cost and is payable directly

•  Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), 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, should be 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

• Insurance.

• Anything which is not included in the inclusion.

Airfare & Flight Details 

Delhi – Bagdogra – Delhi
INR 20,800 /- PP

Airfares are Dynamic in nature.

Entry Charges Extra
* Entry fees for the below mentioned points is INR 1000 per person per entry, except for Taktshang which is INR 2000 per person per entry

Rates and Tour Operations are subject to change with the change in  Government Regulations.

Entry to Taktshang, Tashichhodzong, Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Lhakhang, Kyichu Lhakhang, Rinpung Dzong, Punakha Dzong and Chhimi Lhakhang shall not be allowed to Tourists on the following days: 

• 15th of 1st Month (Chotrul Duchen)
• 10th day of 4th Month (Zhabdrung Kuchoe)  
• 15th day of 4th Month (Saga Dawa Duchen/ Lord Buddha Parinirvana)
• 4th Day of 6th Month (Chokor Duchen/ First Sermon of Lord Buddha)
• 22nd day of 9th Month (Lha Bab duchen/ Descending day of Lord Buddha)
• 10th day of 5th Month (Birth Anniversary of Guru Rinpoche)

In case the above mentioned sights are mentioned in your itinerary and the day falls on any of the above days OR any of the sightseeing places are closed to tourists for any reason, we shall do other sightseeings in its place. The Above days are as per Bhutanese calendar

Please Note :-

• Early check in would be subject to availability, for guaranteed early check in we need to book the room one day prior
• The given Rates are as per 18 Passengers travelling together, rates will vary with increase or decrease of persons.
• Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, etc.  (To be borne by the client, this is directly payable on the spot).
•  We need Guest Name & Arrival / Departure details to process your booking.
• The above mentioned hotels will be confirmed as per the room availability. Otherwise we will confirm similar category hotel
• Itinerary might be re-arrange as per hotel availability at the time of booking
• Rooms provided would be the base category of each hotels if not specified
• Meals offered is assuming the guest would be having it in the same hotels where they stay & Any meals arranged outdoor OR any other restaurant en-route may attract additional charges
• Meals would be served in a pre-designated area as per the hotel’s choice / convenience

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