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Itinerary -
Day 1: PARO AIRPORT – THIMPHU
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 Thimpu town by walk. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Day 2: THIMPHU SIGHTSEEING
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 3: THIMPHU – PUNAKHA/WANGDUE SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, On the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.). to view the higher Himalayas. Arrival at Punakha check in at hotel. After noon 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 excursion trip 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 free for leisure. Overnight stay will be at Punakha / Wangdue.
Day 4: EXCURSION TO GANGTEY (PHOBJIKHA)
After breakfast, start for full day excursion trip to Gangtey (9,840 ft.). Gangtey is the home of Black Necked Crane which migrates from the arid plains of Tibet in the north. It is a beautiful valley of Bhutan. You can also visit Gangtey Gompha. Evening return back. Overnight stay at Punakha / Wangdue.
Day 5: PUNAKHA/WANGDUE – PARO SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast drive to Paro (7,483 ft.). On the way stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Park - The park contains a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna and features a huge species of plants. On arrival 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. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.
Day 6: PARO SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast visit Drukgyel Dzong. Also visit famous Taktsang Monastery - called Tigers Nest (2hrs hike from the base camp) & Kyichu Monastery. Overnight stay will be at Paro.
Day 7: EXCURSION TO CHELE-LA-PASS
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 8: PARO AIRPORT
After breakfast transfer to Paro Airport for taking onwards connection with the beautiful memories of Bhutan.
Trip Ends With Sweet Memories !!!
Seasons -
Spring: Late March-May
Autumn: Late Sep.-Nov
September, October & November are usually the most popular times to visit with generally clear, mild weather, excellent scenery, lower rainfall and a range of festivals called Tshechus and Dromchoes.
Currency –
Bhutanese ngultrum
Language –
English/Dzongkha
Payment Policy
Booking Fee
30 or more days before departure: 50%
Between 29 to 20 days before departure: 100%
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation charges per person
30 or more days before departure: 50%
Between 29 to 1 days before departure: 100%
Terms & Conditions
Per person rates (in Rs) - applicable on two persons staying together sharing the same room
Entrance charges anywhere are not included
Package rates are subject to change without prior notice
Meal plan: EP - Accommodation only, CP - Accommodation with breakfast, MAP - Accommodation with breakfast, lunch or dinner, AP -Accommodation with breakfast, lunch & dinner
The above package is not valid during national holidays, festivals & long weekends (Independece Day and Janmashtami)
Namoh Retails (Pvt) Ltd reserves the right to change/modify or terminate the offer any time at its discretion and without any prior notice
In case of unavailability in mentioned hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category hotel
Things to carry
For Adults - Photo identification in the form of Pan Card /Passport / Voter ID / Driving License
For students - Carry original as well as 2 photocopies of school or college Photo Identity card
For Infants - Carry 2 passport sized photographs
THINGS TO CARRY ALONG
Mobile phone with appropriate sim card
Along with your necessary clothing and toiletries carry sun screen lotion, hand sanitizer, sun glasses, cap, sports shoes, umbrella / windcheater, camera etc. and woollens if needed
If you are on any medication, carry sufficient stock of the medicines with prescription
For Departure Dates just call 7350530009 / 7350540009 / 7350550009
Hotel Details:
Places | Hotel Name |
Thimphu | Tara Phendeyling or similar |
Wangdi | Dragons Nest Resort or similar |
Paro | Kichu Resorts Paro or similar |
Inclusions:
1. Transfer and Sighteseeing as per the Itinerary by Non AC Car
2. Sightseeing
Dochula Pass Thimphu
Memorial Chortan
Kuenselphodrang ( Buddha Point )
Changangkha Lhakhang
Zilukha Nunnery
Tashichho Dzong
Art And craft school Thimphu
The national animal preserve park- THE TAKIN
Textiles Museum Thimphu
National Library
Punakha Dzong
Chimi Lhakhang
Po and Mo Chu Rivers
Gangtey Gompa
Phobjikha Valley
Ta Dzong
Kichu Lhakang
A short walk downhill to the Rinpung Dzong
Chele-la Pass
Mt. Jitchu Drake
Mt. Jhomolhari
Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Garden
Lhakhang Karpo
Wangchulo Dzong