Bagdogra > Phuentsholing(1N) > Thimphu(2N) > Paro(2N) > Phuentsholing(1N) > Bagdogra
7 Days
32 persons
Bhutan
Once your flight/Train reaches Bagdogra Airport/NJP in West Bengal, our eagerly waiting team will escort you easily to the waiting vehicle. We now set off for the border town of Phuentsholing, our entry point to wonderful Bhutan. Upon arrival Check-in to the hotel. Rest of the time is leisure.
Overnight Stay in Phuentsholing
Post breakfast, we leave the hotel and head for Thimphu, the Bhutanese capital. It’s a 6-hour road trip with worthwhile halts at some of the must-visit tourist places in Bhutan.
THINGS TO DO & PLACE TO SEE :
Visit Kharbandi Gompa.
Photo stop at Taktichu Pass
Upon arrival in Thimphu, Check-in at the hotel
Overnight Stay in Thimphu
Post Breakfast, it we will go for a Thimphu sightseeing
THINGS TO DO & PLACE TO SEE :
Visit Memorial Chorten, dedicated to the Third King of Bhutan, the founder of modern Bhutan.
Buddha Dordenma, made in line with increasing the Bhutan happiness index. This sitting statue of Buddha measures 169 feet in height and is filled with1,25,000 shorter Buddha statues. One of the world’s most giant Buddha statues,
Simply Bhutan Musume, it is a living museum guiding visitors on a captivatingjourney to discover and immerse
themselves in the rich traditions of Bhutan. Itstands as a vibrant hub for those eager to delve into the intricate tapestry of Bhutanese culture, providing a comprehensive experience of its many facets.
Takin Sanctuary, witness the baffling and endangered Takin. This large mammal weighing up to 650 kgs is the national animal of wonderful Bhutan.
In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong, an impressive structure located just on the outskirts of Thimphu. One of Bhutan’s most iconic monuments, the Tashichho Dzong houses His Majesty’s throne room and several government offices. After this retrace back to hotel
Overnight Stay in Thimphu
(Distance: 55 Kms. / Driving Time: 1½ Hrs. / Altitude of Paro: 2,280 Mts.)
Transfer to Paro (7480 ft.). On the way visit the Tamchog Lhakhang. It was built in the 13th century by Thangthong Gyalpo who 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. In the evening, explore the Paro Town and valley.
Overnight Stay in Paro
After breakfast we will go for a hike to Taktsang Monastery, more popularly called “The Tiger’s Nest”. This iconic monastery is so-called owing to the myth that the medieval Buddhist saint Padmasambhava visited it, riding a flying tiger. The legend also says that he meditated in a cave that is now the Nest’s lower storey. The monastery houses a wrathful emanation of Padmasambhava on top of a tiger.
You can reach this sacred place only through an uphill hike as it’s perched on a precipitous rock face. It’s a 5-hour trek through scenic pine forests, with the eluding view of the Nest beckoning you the whole time.
After the hike visit a local farm house and have a relaxing hot ston bath. Retrace back to hotel
Overnight Stay in Paro
We take leave of beautiful Paro and retrace in the direction of Phuentsholing town. On our leisurely drive by the Paro River after crossing Chuzom and then towards Chukha. After checking in to our hotel at the border town, we have the remaining time at leisure
Overnight Stay in Phuentsholing
Post breakfast, we bid goodbye to the Kingdom of Happiness and set off on our journey home. After entering the
Indian border at Jaigaon, we pass the scenic Bengal Countryside to arrive at Bagdogra Airport. We take the air journey with beautiful memories of our Bhutan travel
End of Tour
BHUTAN PART
| 1 - 3 Pax | SUV Hyundai Santafe / Creta / Kia Seltos |
| 4 - 7 Pax | Toyota Hiace bus / Hyundai H1 |
| 8 Pax | Toyota Hiace Hi Roof |
| 9 - 16 Pax | Toyota Coaster Bus |
INDIA PICKUP & DROP
| 1 - 3 Pax | Maruti Dzire / Brezza |
| 4 - 6 Pax | Toyota Innova |
| 7 - 16 Pax | Force Urbania / Tempo Traveller |
Indian Nationals travelling to Bhutan need a VALID PASSPORT or ORIGINAL VOTER/ELECTION CARD. The passport must be valid for six months from the intended date of departure from the Kingdom.
Children below 18 years without the Passport need an ORIGINAL birth certificate [in English, computerized format] issued by the office of the Government of India. Adhaar Card/Pancard/Driving License is not a valid
document to travel to Bhutan.
