BEST OF BHUTAN

BEST OF BHUTAN
Price starting at 6499

Package Details

BEST OF BHUTAN 7Days Tour
Date
Valid From 2020-03-01 to 2020-10-31
Duration
6 Nights /7Days
Holiday Type
Couple Package
Country
Bhutan
Cities
Punakha,Paro,Thimpu
Package Price
Starting From
    23,499/-
Per (Person on twin sharing basis)

T&C Apply

  

Package ID

MTTI-10096

Overview


  • Hotel

  • Car

  • Breakfast

  • Sightseeing

Day 1

Thimphu

The most spectacular mountain flights you will ever experience in a life time. Flying in from the heat of the plains of India one can witness from the left side of the aircrafts window a series of the world’s highest peaks. Your pilot will announce the names of the peaks if the weather is clear. You will descend into the high mountains and as the plane lowers you will not find any airstrip or any city but instead you will enjoy the view of the approaching valley of Paro, the alpine forests, little monasteries, temples and farm houses. Before the plane touches the runaway you will get a glimpse of the fertile valley of Paro, the Paro Dzong and Paro chu (river). Our representative will be at the airport to assist you, meet and greet and transfer to the capital city Thimphu and rest of the day at leisure. O/n at Thimphu

Day 2

Thimphu

When in Thimphu you got to prepare for surprises where this unique capital has no traffic lights but adopted its own version of the British – Indian colonial times traffic policemen who can startle you and memorize others with his elaborate hand gestures, sometimes he may be signaling stop when it looks like go but don’t worry you can observe the flow and notice his smile as you stare at him. Sightseeing includes visit to the National Memorial Chorten a stupa dedicated to the third king of Bhutan and Buddha statue, Takin Zoo where you will find national animal of Bhutan and drive down hill stop at the junction to take a glimpse of Trashichho Dzong. Proceed towards National Library and Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon take a short walk to Handicraft Bazaar to view the traditional arts. Afternoon at leisure or take a walk to the main city from Clock tower square for shopping. O/n at Thimphu.

Day 3

Punakha

Morning drive to low lands of Punakha valley touching Dochula pass 10,000 ft and on the stop at Hongtsho village. Stop at the immigration check point to stamp in your permit. Next to the check point you will find small local stalls selling fresh juicy local apples available for sale in plastic bags you could try some. You will be driving through the first mountain pass in the western part of Bhutan. You will find the 108 DrukWangyal chortens on the top of the pass where the ridges are draped in colorful prayer flags greet you. You could take three rounds and offer prayers, take some best photo shots. If the weather is clear you will be able to see the highest peaks towards the north, GangarPunsum among others is the highest unclimbed peak (24,000 ft) in the world. Stop at Lamperi and visit the Royal Botanical Park for 30 minutes. If you are lucky you could see red pandas, different species of birds, you can take some photo shot close to the natural lake. Proceed down towards Punakha through Thinleygang village and upon reaching Lobesa turn left and enter Punakha valley. On the way stop and take a short walk through the villages to Chimmi Lhakhang - The divine madman also known, as Drukpa Kinley is a famous teacher with whom the phallic symbol is associated.Do not miss the master’s deeds painted on the walls. Japanese and several American couples visited this temple and were blessed miraculously with children. Check in the hotel. Afternoon visit majestic Punakha Dzong placed strategically at the junction of the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers, the dzong was built in 1637 by ZhabdrungNgawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative seat of the region. It was here that the dual system of government was introduced in the 17th century and in 1907, enthroned the first King GongsarUgyen Wangchuk. Evening at leisure. O/n at Punakha.

Day 4

Punakha

Morning drive to beautiful Gangtey valley via Wangdiphodrang Dzong strategically located on a ridge 4,430 ft that overlooks the highway that fork to the east and south of the country. This is an old town with Narrow Street with single storied shops and also the gateway to central and eastern Bhutan. The legend Mahakala, the protective deity of Bhutan appeared to tell Zhabdrung of prediction, saying “at top of rocky spur where two rivers meet, at the place where a flock of raven will fly off in four directions, you will build the Dzong”. The Zhabdrung built the Dzong in 1638 and Punakha/Wangdi valleys are also the winter home for many of the high altitude farmers who migrate with their cattle to the warm climate. The Gangtey valley is one of the most beautiful open valleys in Bhutan and is the winter home to the endangered black necked cranes (Grus Nigricllis) which migrate to this valley around mid-November from Tibet. These cranes have for centuries captured the human imagination with their intelligence, poise, sociality, beauty and freedom which have given rise to several myths, legends, folktales and songs. The birds fly back across the Himalayas to their summer home towards Tibet and China. The Gangtey village is small dominated by the yellow roofed Gangtey monastery. Late noon return to Punakha. O/n at Punakha / Wangdi

Day 5

Paro

Morning drive to Paro same road via Semtokha entering the Babesa express highway. Upon reaching Chunzom check post, stop for a while at the bridge, stretch your legs and walk through the bridge. Proceed towards Paro and check in the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. O/n at Paro.

Day 6

Paro

Morning visit Paro Dzong, the National Museum housed in a round fortress called as the Ta Dzong considered to be one of the best natural history museums in Asia where it has a fine collection of natural and historic artifacts, Paro Penlop Heritage Farm house, Kyichu Lhakhang the monastery dates back to 7th century and is one of the oldest and most sacred. Afternoon visit ruins of Drukgyel Dzong and drive till the base of Tigers Nest. Evening at leisure. O/n at Paro.at leisure and evening visit the town for shopping. O/n at Paro.

Day 7

Paro

Morning transfer to Paro International Airport for your next destination.

Inclusions

  •    Local tax
  •    Complimentary Breakfast
  •    Restaurant Nearby
  •    Parking
  •    Roundtrip Hotel Transfers
  •    Suitable for Children
  •    Historic Area Nearby
  •    Snowcat ride
  •    Driver
  •    Air Conditioning
  •    Internet Access
  •    Hotel pickup and drop off
  •    Shopping
  •    State/National Park Nearby
  •    

Exclusions

  •    Extra stay pre/post tour
  •    GST
  •    Extra water bottle charges
  •    Airfare & airport taxes
  •    Visa charges
  •    Insurance
  •    Passport costs
  •    All meals and drinks
  •    Tips to coach drivers
  •    Tips and Gratuities
  •    Any optional tours
  •    Any airport arrival/departure tax
  •    Alcoholic beverages
  •    

Important Information

  • English speaking guide: Rs. 1500/- Per day Note: To make advance E Permit, guide is mandatory throu

Date & Price

Select Hotel Category

Standard

Accommodation

City Name Hotel Name
ThimphuHotel Sambhav
ThimphuHotel Sambhav
PunakhaHotel Lobesa
PunakhaHotel Lobesa
ParoTaktsang Paradise
ParoTaktsang Paradise
Paro
Note : Hotels are subject to change due to availability reasons, and may be substituted with others of similar category and star rating.

Terms & Conditions

  • Travel document Required Adults - Valid Indian Passport or Voters ID card (anyone) Students - above 18 years of age Valid Indian Passport or Voters ID card (anyone) Child - below 18 years of age Valid Indian passport / birth certificate (anyone). Entry Permit formalities (visa is not required for Indian Nationals) Your passport will be endorsed by the immigration officers upon arrival at the Paro Intl. Airport, before you are issued with a permit. Make sure you go personally and please carry your passport or voter’s registration card. If you plan to travel by road, the endorsement is done at the entry points in Phuentsholing, SamdrupJongkhar, and Geleyphu. If by flight, you will enter from the Paro Airport. Tobacco/Smoking We have a duty to protect Bhutan from Drugs and Tobacco Products. To do this we need your help and cooperation. If we stop you and ask you about your baggage please co-operate. **Please do not carry tobacco goods that are over the limits. For more information please see following link. http://www.tourism.gov.bt/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Tobacco-Control-Act.pdf Bringing in Tobacco 200 cigarettes, on payment of import duty of 200% Note: In case of any new taxes imposed by the govt of Bhutan the same will be extra.

Cancellation Charges

No of days prior to departure Charges Applied On
0-7 Days 100 % Package price per person
8-14 Days 75 % Package price per person
15-29 Days 50 % Package price per person
30-45 Days 25 % Package price per person

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