BHUTAN TRIP : 5 Nights/6 Days (ex-Phuentsholing):- 2N Thimphu | 1N Punakha | 2N Paro

5 Nights / 6 Days
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Bhutan, Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Paro, Punakha

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Package Overview

6 Days || 3 City

• THIMPHU : Memorial Chorten, Kuensel Phodrang, Takin Reserve, Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan, Simply Bhutan Museum, Tashichho Dzong
• PUNAKHA : Dochu La, 108 Stupa, Chimi Lakhang, Punakha Dzong, Punakha Suspension Bridge
• PARO : Kyichu Lakhang, Ta Dzong, Rimpung Dzong or Paro Dzong, Buddhist Monastery & Fortress, Tigers Nest View Point

Day Plan

PHUENTSHOLING- THIMPHU(176 KM 6 hrs drive Altitude of Thimphu: 2248mts)

Early morning Phuensholing complete the immigration formalities (1-3 hrs) and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.
On arrival check in at the hotel.

In the evening, visit the Tashichhoe Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion).(if time permits)

Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Tashichhoe Dzong
Tashichö Dzong (meaning Fortress of the Glorious Religion) has been the seat of Bhutan's government since 1968.---- It presently houses the throne room and offices of the king, the cabinet secretariat and the ministries of home affairs and finance.
Bhutan tour
HOTEL KENNY
Room: 1 Double   |    Meal: Breakfast and Dinner  |    Room Type: DELUXE ROOM
Room: 1 Child No Bed   |    Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

THIMPHU Local Sight Seen

After breakfast proceed for a sightseeing of the capital of Bhutan which includes the following places of interest:

• Memorial Chorten
• Kuensel Phodrang
• Takin Reserve
• Royal Textile Academy
• Simply Bhutan Museum
• Tashichho Dzong

Overnight stay in Thimphu.
Memorial Chorten
A monument, built in 1974 to honour the 3rd King of Bhutan, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928–1972), is a prominent landmark in the city with its golden spires and bells.
Kuensel Phodrang
World's Largest Sitting Buddha Statue.
Takin Reserve
A wildlife reserve area for Takin, the national animal of Bhutan.
Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan
A National Centre for professional training in weaving design and production of Bhutanese Textile
Simply Bhutan Museum
Museum resembling a Bhutanese village, featuring traditional cuisine, demonstrations & performances.
Tashichhoe Dzong
Tashichö Dzong (meaning Fortress of the Glorious Religion) has been the seat of Bhutan's government since 1968.---- It presently houses the throne room and offices of the king, the cabinet secretariat and the ministries of home affairs and finance.

THIMPHU - PUNAKHA via Dochu La (80 KM, 3.5 hours driving)

After breakfast, proceed towards Punakha, located at an elevation of 1,200 meters above sea level and by the two main rivers of Bhutan, the Pho Chu and Mo Chu.

• Dochu La (30 KM, 1 hour driving time) - A mountain pass, offers a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of Eastern Himalayan mountain ranges comes on the way to Punakha.
The view is especially scenic on clear, winter days with snowcapped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 Chortens gracing the mountain pass. Halt here for some time and then proceed to Punakha

• Chimi Lakhang - Fertility Temple : Built in 1499 by the 14th Drukpa hierarch, Ngawang Choegyel. Many childless couples make a devout pilgrimage to the Lhakhang in the hope that they will be honoured with a blessing from the lama.
The Lhakhang is about a 30-minute walk through fields from Sopsokha on the main road to Punakha.

• Punakha Dzong - the marvelous Fortress, situated on the confluence of the Pho Chu and Mo Chu.

• Punakha Suspension Bridge - One of the longest suspension footbridges in Bhutan. Stretching across the majestic Pho Chu river, the Punakha suspension bridge is 180 m (590 ft) in length. It's definitely worth walking across for the experience.

Overnight stay in Punakha.

HOTEL ALWAYS WELCOME
Room: 1 Double   |    Meal: Breakfast and Dinner  |    Room Type: DELUXE ROOM
Room: 1 Child No Bed   |    Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

PUNAKHA - PARO (150 kms, 4.5 hours driving)

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to Paro.

The Paro valley extends from the confluence of the Paro Chhu and the Wang Chhu rivers at Chuzom upto Mt. Jomolhari at the Tibetan border to the North. This picturesque region is one of the widest valleys in the kingdom and is covered in fertile rice fields and has a beautiful, crystalline river meandering down the valley.

After checking into your hotel, you would proceed for a sightseeing tour of Paro which would include the following places:

• Kyichu Lakhang - Famous Monastery in Paro.
• Ta Dzong - National Musuem of Bhutan.
• Rimpung Dzong or Paro Dzong Buddhist Monastery & Fortress
• Tigers Nest View Point

Overnight stay in Paro

PARO Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tigers Nest) -OR- Chelela Pass Trip

Tiger Nest also known as Taktsang Monastery a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This sacred temple is perched on the edge of a cliff and is considered one of the most iconic landmarks in Bhutan.
It is one of thirteen Tiger's Nest caves in historical Tibet in which Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche) practiced and taught Vajrayana.
The main temple houses a sacred statue of Padmasambhava, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism.

It will be 4-5 hours trekking to reach the Monastery & Back.
Ponies are available for hire.

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After breakfast, proceed for a day excursion to Chele-La pass (12,200ft)
The highest motorable point in Bhutan.

Paro to Chele-La Pass distance is about 40 km, it takes around 2 hours by car to reach the Pass.
The drive to Chele-La Pass from Paro offers splendid views of the thriving flora and fauna during summer


Overnight stay in Paro..

PARO - PHUENTSHOLING (160 KM, 5 hr driving)

After breakfast check out from hotel and drive all the way to the foothill of Himalaya.

Drop at Phuentsholing.

Overnight stay.
NOTE & DOCUMENTS :

NOTE :



  • ID card for Indians : Vote ID or Passport ONLY

  • According hotels will be give same or similar as per availibility.

  • Given rate is valid for next  5 days only.

  • As per Bhutan’s New Tourism Policy, Indians visiting Bhutan will have to pay Sustainable Development Fee ( SDF, 15 $  ) per day & Guide charges per day. This fee is already included in the new tour price.

  • The tour price for Foreign Nationals and NRIs is different than Indian Nationals.

  • For Foreign Nationals and NRIs, Sustainable Development Fee charged as per the Bhutan’s New Tourism Policy is 200 $ per person per night.

  • Foreign Nationals and NRI guests need Visa for Bhutan, for which USD 40 will be added along with SDF to the tour price.

  • Keeping our destinations clean is obligatory for all of us, please do not put trash on the road or litter anywhere during your tour


 


DOCUMENTS  Required for Travel  to Bhutan


Original & in ENGLISH only



  • ADULT  : Valid Original Passport or Original Voter ID only.

  • CHILD   : Original Valid Passport or Original Birth certificate along with supporting ID Card.

  • INFANTS - Passport or Birth Certificate



  • For NRI and Foreign National Guests along with Passport, Valid Indian Visa/ OCI Card/ PIO Card is mandatory.



  • 02 passport size photographs with white background

  • 02 photocopies of all documents which are submitted


Guests must submit the same documents & a passport size photograph which they are planning to carry.

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS:

INCLUSIONS:



  • Stay on sharing basis as per the plan

  • Meal Plan (Please refer Cost sheet)

  • Permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).

  • Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only

  • Exclusive vehicle for transfers & sightseeing.

  • Please note that vehicle will NOT be at disposal it will be available to guest as per itinerary only (point to point basis).


 


 EXCLUSIONS:



  • Any other services or meals which are not mentioned in the above "Includes" section.

  • Entry ticket to zoo, museum, ropeway , etc.

  • Expense of personal nature such as mineral water, laundry, telephones, beverages etc.

  • Any tips to the Driver or Guide at your will.

  • Camera Charges if any. (Depends upon the Sizes of the Lens)

  • 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.

  • Travel Insurance.

  • Anything which is not include in the inclusion.

  • 5% GST NOT Included.

USEFUL TIPS BEFORE BOOKING

  • For hill station tour do carry light warm cloth during Summer & heavy warm cloths during Winter

  • Carry pair of Thermal wear for Chelela Pass trip.

  • Bhutan is a tobacco free zone, so no smoking in and around town.

  • Whenever you visit Dzong you are asked to wear full sleeve clothes, no caps and photography allowed. Guide will inform you in advance.

  • The country is a litter free zone so we request our guest not to throw anything outside the window or inside the bus.

  • Carry INR 100 & 200 Rupee denomination in Bhutan. Rupee denomination note of INR 500 are not accepted in Bhutan.

  • All SIM Cards will work in Bhutan if you get your International Roaming activated (Differs from service provider to service provider). It will not work without International Roaming.

  • They have strict traffic rules and at some places vehicle cannot go; guest are requested to co-operate with it.

PAYMENT & CANCELLATION Policy :

Payment Policy:



  • 30% of the total payment at the time of confirmation

  • Remaining 70%, 15 Days before trip begin.


Cancellation Policy:



  • For blackout days - Durgapuja, Diwali, Ney Year time the booking is NON Refundable & NONChangable

  • Minimum Cancellation is Rs. 5000 per Head – irrespective of any reason.

  • 50% Between 30-20 Days Before Tour Departure

  • 70% Between 20-10 Days Before Tour Departure

  • 100% Within10 Days of Tour Departure


Cancellation charges as % of Total Tour Cost.


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