The word ‘Bhutan’ translates to ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’. It earned the nickname because of the fierce storms that often roll in from the Himalayas. Bhutan is tucked between China and India and is lanced by deep ravines and coated with thick woods.
The country has no traffic lights. Smoking, as well as tobacco products, are illegal, as are hunting and fishing (except for catch and release).
Monasteries, often massive and commanding—abound; monks, when not in prayer or meditation or chores are often found playing board games, sharing stories or laughing.
Archery is the national sport and green chili pepper together with ‘cheesy sauce’ is the national dish.
Ask any resident, and likely you’ll find they truly do love their king and queen.
Bhutanese manners dictate that you are to refuse food whenever it’s offered to you. The tradition is to say the words ‘meshu meshu’ and cover your mouth with your hands. You can give in, though, after two or three offers.
We can just go on and on with these simple yet beautiful qualities that the place and the people there. But we would like you to join in and experience the feeling ‘Happiness is a Place’.
Day 01: Arrival at Bagdogra and transfer to Thimphu 2300m
- Arrive at Bagdogra Airport
- Receive the guest
- Drive to Phuentsholing
- Our representative will receive guests.
- Complete Immigration formalities( depending upon arrival timing )
- Drive to Thimphu via Kharbandi.
- Enroute drive through picturesque towns of Gedu, Chukha, and Chuzom
- Check into the hotel
- Overnight stay will be at Thimphu
Day 02: Day Excursion Punakha (3 Hrs) altitude 1350m)
- Breakfast in the Hotel
- Drive to Punakha
- Visit Dochula Pass (3150m.)-
- Visit 108 Druk WangyelChortens
- Visit Punakha Dzong
- Walk on Longest Suspension Bridge
- Hike to Chimi Lhakang – The temple of Fertility
- Drive back to Thimphu
- Evening Leisure in the Town
- Overnight stay will be in Thimphu
Day 03: Thimphu sightseeing to Paro (1.5hrs altitude 2200m)
- Breakfast in the Hotel.
- Visit Buddha viewpoint,
- Visit Simply Bhutan – A living Museum
- View Takin Preserve
- Drive to sangay gang view point – short hike to wangdi tse Hike
- Visit Postal Museum if time permits
- Archery Ground , Changlimithang Stadium and walking Buddha Park
- Drive to Paro
- Stop at Tachog Monastery
- Overnight stay will be at Paro
Day 04: Paro Sightseeing (Tigers Nest Hike)
- Breakfast in the Hotel
- Day hike to Tiger Nest Temple (5hrs walk ) perched on a rock overlooking a sheer drop and clings seemingly impossible to a cliff of rock at 900m above the valley floor.
- Visit Beer Factory
- View the Airport
- Overnight stay will be at Paro
Day 05: Paro Sightseeing and drive to Phuntsholing
- Breakfast at Hotel
- View Paro Museum
- Visit RinpungDzong- also known as Paro Dzong) which has a long and fascinating – if time
- permits
- Visit Paro Museum
- Lunch in Paro town
- Drive to Phuntsholing
- Complete the Exit formalities
- Check in as a walk in customer
- Overnight stay will be at Phuntsholing
Day 06: Departure: End of the tour
- Breakfast in the Hotel
- Drive to Bagdogra for Departure
- Tour terminates here
Our representative will help you with your exit formalities and the bid you farewell.
Head and skin Protection :
- Cap / Sun hat
- Balaclava/ Woolen cap
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen (SPF 40 and above)
- Lip balm
- Moisturizer
Clothing :
- Windcheater & Raincoat
- Thermals
- Fleece
- Gloves
- Comfortable clothes (Full sleeves shirts & full pants, 3 to 5 pairs)
- Dry-fit cloths
- Innerwear
Footwear :
- Sports shoes
- Sandals or Flip-flops
- Socks (3 to 4 pairs)
- Woolen socks (2 pairs)
Documents :
Electronics :
- Camera & Kit (Optional)
- Mobile chargers
- Power bank
Miscellaneous:
- Liquid cash
- Toiletry kit
- Personal medicines (If any)
- Small backpack (10L or 20L)
- Water bottle
- Headtorch
- Dry snacks, ORS, dry fruits, chocolates, Nutri bars, etc.
Use your garbage bag or properly dispose of used wet tissues and napkins. Do not litter wet tissues and sanitary napkins in the mountains as well as other public areas.
Tip: While packing, use plastic bags to compartmentalize things and carry a few extra plastic bags for wet clothes.
Note 1: We need not carry backpacks with us. You can always keep them inside a hotel or vehicle.
✔ All Accommodations – Twin/ Triple sharing basis
✔ All breakfast and Dinner in the Hotel
✔ All sightseeing as per the itinerary
✔ Vehicle –Tucson/creta/Ertiga/ Hiace Bus / Coaster Bus similar
✔ All Permit Assistance
✔ All internal taxes
✔ Full time licensed tourist Guide
✔ Mineral Water ( 1btl daily per person)
✔ No hidden charge like parking fee
✔ Room Heater and gyser/water heater will be provided in the hotel
✔ Online permit – if required
- Extras of personal nature such as personal tips, laundry charges, additional tour charges.
- Insurance, Medical & Emergency rescue costs.
- Does not include Hard drinks, liquor, mineral water in Hotel, or soft drinks/juices.
- Does not include Entrance Fees at Monasteries / Monuments / Museums etc.
- Gratitude to guide and driver
- Phone calls
- Lunch, & evening tea snacks
- Train/ Airfare
- Sustainable development fee of Rs.1200 daily per person (Mandatory)
- Travel insurance of Rs.499 per person (Mandatory)
- GST 5%