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Bhutan (7 Nights / 8 Days) Drive In & fly Out
Phuentsholing 1N – Thimphu 2N – Wangdue / Punakha 2N – Paro 2N Deluxe Package Cost : INR 2,93,775/-
1st Day – (Sunday 16th March) : NJP Railway Station/IXB Airport to Phuentsholing – Pick up (Approx Distance: 157 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours)
Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing (961 ft.) – The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India. It is a thriving commercial centre on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or walk around the Phuentsholing town. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
2nd Day – (Monday 17th March) : Phuentsholing to Thimphu – Transfer
(Approx Distance: 150 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours)
After breakfast, complete the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On the way, stop at places to view scenery and for Photography. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or take a leisure walk around the Thimphu City. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
3rd Day – (Tuesday 18th March) : Thimphu – Sightseeing
After breakfast visit the Kuenselphodrang (Buddha Dordenma). Located at a short drive from Thimphu City Centre, Kuenselphodrang offers a good overview of the Thimphu valley. The largest statue of Buddha in the country sits here which houses over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues. Then visit the National Memorial Chorten built in the memory of the Third King of Bhutan and visit the Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon visit Sangaygang View Point. The Lookout point offers a stunning panoramic view of the entire Thimphu. On the way back visit the Takin Preserve Centre. Takin is the National animal of Bhutan. Then visit the Changangkha Lhakhang. This is a popular Buddhist temple and is especially visited by parents to receive blessings for their new-born. Its interiors are full of murals that depict different stories. In the evening, visit the Tashichho Dzong, first built in 1216 A.D. by Lama Gyalwa Lhanangpa. The Dzong is the seat of the National Government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). Overnight stay at Thimphu.
4th Day – (Wednesday 19th March) : Thimphu to Punakha/Wangdue – Transfer and Sightseeing (Approx Distance: 78 Km • Est. Travel Time: 3 hours)
After breakfast drive to Punakha/Wangdue (4298 ft.), on the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (10334 ft.) to view the higher Himalayas. The pass is approximately 25 kms away from Thimphu and is the highest point between the Thimphu and Punakha/Wangdue Valley. Another attraction is the 108 chorten/stupas (Druk Wangyel Chortens) built close to each other surrounded by numerous colorful prayer flags. On arrival at Punakha, check in at the hotel. Afternoon, 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 and easy hike 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 at Punakha / Wangdue.
5th Day – (Thursday 20th March) : Punakha/Wangdue to Paro – Transfer and Sightseeing (Approx Distance: 125 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours)
After breakfast drive to Paro (7,483 ft.). On the way stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Park. This park is a treat for nature lovers as the 36 species of exotic rhododendron and approximately 220 types of charming birds will make your day unforgettable. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong – National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangkha, etc. Then visit the Rinpung Dzong – Meaning “fortress of the heap of jewels”. The dzong now serves as the administrative and judicial seat of Paro. Rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.
6th Day – (Friday 21st March) : Paro – Taktshang Monastery Excursion
(Approx Distance: 40 Km • Est. Travel Time: 1 hour 30 minutes)
After breakfast, drive to the base of the abode of gods and monks, the Taktshang Monastery. The monastery is a 2 -3 hours hike uphill from here. One feels truly blessed reaching the monastery. The primary Lhakhang was built surrounding Guru Rinpoche’s Meditation cave in 1684 which clings to the edge of a sheer Rock cliff that plunges 900 meters into the valley below. Legend has it that Guru Rinpoche flew here on the back of a tigress which gives its name “Taktshang” meaning Tiger’s nest. Afternoon (If time permits), visit the Drukgyel Dzong. Built in 1647, the dzong was destroyed by accidental fire and left in ruins as an evocative reminder of the great victories it was built to commemorate. Explore the ramparts and experience an unforgettable view of Mt. Jhomolhari (7,314 m). On the way back, visit Kichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Bhutan. Overnight stay at Paro.
7th Day – (Saturday 22nd March) : Paro to Phuentsholing – Transfer
(Approx Distance: 145 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours)
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Phuentsholing. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may choose to relax at the hotel or walk around the Phuentsholing town. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
8th Day – (Sunday 23rd March) : Phuentsholing to NJP Railway Station/IXB Airport – Drop (Approx Distance: 170 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey.
End of the Tour.
  Package Rates are per person in INR and details as below

Rates Per Person Deluxe
Per Person on twin/Double sharing basis X 04 Pax. INR 49,900 *4 = 1,99,600/-
Gst 5% INR 9.980/-
TCS 5% INR 10,479/-
Package cost including GST + TCS INR 2,20,059/-
Airfare INR 18,429 * 4 per person – 73,776/-
Total Package cost 2,20,059+73,776= INR 2,93,775/-
Food Included 07 Breakfast and 07 Dinner
Taxi Hiace bus/H1 for Bhutan part

Indian Innova for Bagdogra part
Hotel in Phuentsholing – 2 Night TARA PHENDEYLING / Similar
Hotels in Thimpu – 2 Nights ZIRIKHA HOTEL / Similar
Hotel in PUNAKHA – 1 Night HOTEL PEMA KARPO / Similar
Hotels in Paro – 2 Nights UDUMWARA RESORT / Similar
About Vehicle:
All the vehicles provided, unless otherwise specified will be Non-A/C Vehicles. Supplement Charges will be applicable for A/C vehicles.
  Inclusions

  • Accommodation on double/twin sharing basis. All the rooms are base category, if not mentioned otherwise
  • Meal Plan (as per mentioned above)
  • Exclusive Non-a/c vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
  • SDF & hotel taxes applicable (as per itinerary).
  • Guide / Escort charges.
  • 5% GST on Package Amount
  Excludes

  •  Air Fare/Train fare.

  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone bills, bar bills, tips & gratuity, bottled water and cost for other activities such as rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, porterage, etc.
  • Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Entrance Fees for museums and monuments.
  • Any cost arising due to unforeseen contingencies such as landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. Such expenses will have to be paid directly.
  • 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.
  • Any form of Insurance.
  • 5% or 20% TCS (Tax collection at source) on Total Package amount including GST
  • NOTE: Anything not in inclusions is excluded
Permit for Bhutan:

Indian nationals do not require visa to travel in Bhutan. Only a valid passport or Voter Id card are the valid documents for obtaining entry permit.

Advance Online Permits

If you are traveling with an Indian Passport (with a minimum validity of 6 months from the date of departure from Bhutan), you can avail advance online permits by sending us clear colour scanned passport copy. It should reach us before 10 working days. We shall not be responsible for any rejections or similar issues in regards to the permits due to improper documents or delay in arrival of documents.  

 

NOTE:

Ø The above-mentioned hotels will be confirmed as per the room availability. Otherwise we will confirm similar category.

Ø The rates quoted in the packages are on per person basis & valid for Indian nationals from 01st Mar 2024 to 31st May 2024 (High seasons surcharge will be applicable during the Festivals & Peak season).

Ø We believe in giving value for money and we believe that quality comes with a price tag. We at Neptune promise to provide the best of our services and keep by our commitments towards quality and the sensitivity of the services.
Presently Available airfare is 28,800 * 5 per person – 1,44,000/-  ( Economy Fares )

Date Flight Departure Arrival Fare
Feb Indigo Indore / 07:30  Hyderabad / 08:50 18,429/- Per Person Fare
Feb Indigo Hyderabad / 10:25 Bagdogra / 12:35
Feb Bhutan Airline Bagdogra / 15:30 Delhi / 17:50
Feb Air India Express Delhi / 21:05 Indore / 22:35
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