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7 N / 8 D - Phuentsholing 2N, Thimphu - 2N, Punakha/Wangdue 1N, Paro - 2N
7 Nights / 8 Days | Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha, Paro
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Phuentsholing
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Thimphu
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Punakha
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Paro
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About Package
Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro are four of Bhutan’s most captivating destinations, each offering a unique glimpse into the country’s rich cultural and natural heritage. Phuentsholing, a vibrant border town, serves as the gateway to Bhutan, blending modernity with traditional Bhutanese life. Thimphu, the capital, is a city that harmoniously combines the old and the new, with iconic landmarks like Tashichho Dzong and the Buddha Dordenma statue. Further south, Punakha is renowned for its stunning landscapes and historical significance, especially the magnificent Punakha Dzong, located at the confluence of two rivers. Paro, perhaps best known for the breathtaking Tiger’s Nest Monastery perched on a cliffside, offers visitors a peaceful escape with its serene valleys and historical treasures. Together, these destinations provide a perfect introduction to Bhutan’s natural beauty, cultural richness, and spiritual heritage. DAY 1NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Phuentsholing
(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)
On arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport you will be transferred to Phuentsholing, border town of Southern Bhutan and a thriving commercial centre. On arrival in Phuentsholing, you would be greeted by your Bhutanese Guide. You can spend time taking the photographs of the huge ornate gate that welcomes you to Bhutan. Later check in at the hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Phuentsholing.
DAY 2Phuentsholing - Thimphu
(Distance: 176 kms. / Driving Time: 6 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2,350 mts.)
After breakfast complete the immigration formalities and get transferred to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On the way stop at Kharbandi Goemba, a monastery was founded by the Royal Grand Mother, Ashi Phuntsho Choden in the year 1967. The Monastery lies at an altitude of 400 m. It contains paintings on the life of Buddha, statues of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and Guru Rinpoche. A fascinating view of Phuentsholing town and surrounding plains can be seen from the Monastery garden. Later continue your drive to Thimphu. On the way you shall see and experience how the plains become small foothills and then the big Himalayan Slopes. On arrival check in at the hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Thimphu.
DAY 3Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast you would be taken for tour of Thimphu City. You would be visiting Kuensel Phodrang, the gigantic Buddha Dordenma Statue located atop a hill offering magnificent view of Thimphu Town; National Memorial Chorten, a Stupa built in 1974 to honour the third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck circumambulated by people offering prayers; Folk Heritage Museum, traditional house giving an insight to the Bhutanese lifestyle and artefacts from the rural households; Changangkha Lhakhang, one of the oldest temple in Thimphu and Motithang Takin Reserve, a wildlife reserve centre for Takin, the national animal of Bhutan. In the evening visit Tashichho Dzong, Fortress of the Glorious Religion. This impressive fortress houses some ministries, His Majesty’s secretariat, and the central monk body. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
DAY 4Thimphu - Punakha / Wangdue Sightseeing
(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1,310 mts.)
After breakfast, you will be driven to Punakha. Later halt at Dochula Pass, situated at an altitude of 3,100 mts. The landmarks around the pass includes 108 Druk Wangyal Stupas. Continue your drive to Punakha / Wangdue. On arrival visit Chimi Lhakhang, the Temple of Fertility. It is a short hike of around 30 - 45 minutes. Later, visit Punakha Dzong, located at the confluence of Mo Chhu and Po Chhu Rivers. Later check in at the hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Punakha / Wangdue.
DAY 5Punakha / Wangdue - Paro Sightseeing
(Distance: 140 kms. / Driving Time: 4 hrs. / Altitude of Paro: 2,280 mts.)
After breakfast, you would be driven to Paro. Later you would be driven to Paro. Enroute stop at Royal Botanical Garden at Lamperi Bhutan’s first botanical park. Later continue your drive to Paro. On the way again stop at Immigration Check Point in Hongtsho Village to return the permit which was stamped earlier. Enroute stop at Tamchog Lhakhang, situated between Thimphu and Paro built in the 13th century by Thangthong Gyalpo also known as the Iron bridge builder. Continue your drive to Paro. On arrival visit Ta Dzong, an ancient watch tower overlooking Paro Valley built in 1951 now converted into national museum; Paro Rimpung Dzong, also known as Fortress of the heap of jewels, built during the time of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646; walk down to Nemi Zam Bridge, also known as Nya Mey Zam Bridge is a traditional covered cantilever bridge connecting the Paro town to the Dzong. Later check in at the hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
DAY 6Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast visit Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest), home of gods and monks located at an altitude of 3100m in the Upper Paro Valley, Bhutan. As per legend, Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery. The hike to the Monastery takes about 5 - 6 hours to complete. As the hike to Taktsang Monastery is steep coupled with stiff stairs, it is not recommended to take the hike with small children and elderly people. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
DAY 7Paro – Phuentsholing
(Distance: 200 kms. / Driving Time: 7 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)
After breakfast check out from hotel. Later you would be driven to Phuentsholing. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Phuentsholing.
DAY 8NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Phuentsholing
(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)
On arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport you will be transferred to Phuentsholing, border town of Southern Bhutan and a thriving commercial centre. On arrival in Phuentsholing, you would be greeted by your Bhutanese Guide. You can spend time taking the photographs of the huge ornate gate that welcomes you to Bhutan. Later check in at the hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Phuentsholing.
PACKAGE INCLUSION
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Accommodation on twin sharing basis.
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All the rooms are base category, unless indicated separately
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Meal Plan (MAPAI)
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Hotel taxes applicable (as per itinerary).
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Guide / Escort charges for Bhutan portion only.
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SDF
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Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary. The concept of disposal vehicles is not practiced in Bhutan. The guide and the vehicle shall be available with the guests from 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM.
Payment Detail
Bank Name - ICICI BANK
Account Holder Name - TWIST IN TRIP TRAVEL SERVICES PVT. LTD.
Branch Address - Mega Mall, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase - 1, Gurugram (HR.)
IFSC Code - ICIC0004691
Account Number - 469105000014
PACKAGE EXCLUSION
➢ Flight
➢ Visa
➢ TCS
➢ Tips and porter chargers.
➢ Any additional expenses.
➢ Hotel Tourism Fee as per applicable.
➢ Cost of any excursions not included package
➢ Tourism Tax is not Included
➢ Early check in and late check out
➢ All expenses of personal nature like tips, telephone calls, laundry, room services, use of mini bar.
➢ Gratitude & Porter age
➢ Beverage and other meals not mention in tour
➢ Sightseeing/ activities charge
➢ Anything other than specific inclusion
➢ Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc
IMPORTANT NOTES
- A person below 12 years of age on the entire tour will be considered a child.
- As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room.
- Tours will operate subject to all Government regulations.
- All transfers and extensive sightseeing with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) will be done in an air-conditioned coach.
- It is suggested to carry One check in bag and one hand bag per person only, due to limited boot space in the coach.
- Services of our Tour Manager or local representatives, while on tour.
- On some occasions, you may have to join another group in case your group does not have adequate members.
- A local representative or your coach driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour
- Land surcharges applicable on certain departure dates which will be notified.
- If certain sightseeing/excursions are closed, then alternate sight- seeing will be arranged.
- Kindly note that on certain departure dates the tour routing could change. In some tours, there is also a possibility that the tour could operate in reverse itinerary. However, you will not miss any sightseeing or excursions that are mentioned in the itinerary unless its closed due to a holiday. Your Tour Manager will notify you the same..
- No refunds for unutilized services.
- Please check with your Sales representative for final details.
- Twist In Trip reserves the right to claim from the passengers, any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in the schedule of trains, flights, coach,cruise or other services.
- Twist In Trip reserves the right to change any itinerary for operational reasons.
- Twist In Trip shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, injury, accident, death, delay, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur during the tour, due to weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and or any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expenses must be borne by the passenger.
- Tours are operated subject to Reserve Bank of India / Government of India regulations.
- Do not treat this quotation mail as confirmation of booking, as we are not holding any booking at the time of quotation, price and services can be Changed at the time of confirmation. Confirmation of bookings is only based on written communications.
₹65999 Per Person
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