Royal Kingdom 8 Night 9 Days
Overview
Bhutan is a tiny and remote kingdom nestling in the Himalayas between its powerful neighbours, India and China. Almost completely cut off for centuries, it has tried to let in some aspects of the outside world while fiercely guarding its ancient traditions. The Bhutanese name for Bhutan, Druk Yul, means "Land of the Thunder Dragon" and it only began to open up to outsiders in the 1970s.
Itinerary
Day 1
Bhutan : Arrival and Sightseeing
Begin your Bhutan tour to the kingdom of dragons today!
After arriving at the Bagdogra Airport by yourself, you will be received by our agent's representatives. Begin your drive through the mountains to the Gateway of Bhutan, Phuentsholing. Upon arrival, meet and greet with address and complete the immigration formalities. Head to the hotel for check in and relax.
In the evening, your Bhutan travel takes you to visit the Zangto Pelri Lhakhang located in the core of this frontier town with a mix of ethnicities and cultures. Return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 2
Phuentsholing - Jungle Safari and Leisure
Witness the unique flora and fauna of Bhutan on the second day of your Bhutan tour!
Start your day with a filling breakfast at the hotel. Your Bhutan itinerary takes you within nature today for an exciting jungle safari. Drive to Lataguri and commence the half day jungle safari. Witness the exotic vegetation, animals and birds in the forests of Bhutan.
Head back to phuentsholing in the evening and enjoy roaming around the town at leisure.Afterwards, return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 3
Thimphu : Sightseeing
The third day of your Bhutan itinerary takes you to the capital city of Thimphu.
As you relish a hearty breakfast at the hotel, get prepared to leave for Thimphu. Complete the immigration formalities and head to Thimphu by road.
Visit the Kharbandi Gompa enroute and enjoy the picturesque little towns of Gedu, Chukha and Chuzom. On arrival in thimphu, check into your hotel and relax. Spend some time exploring Thimphu and return to hotel for the night.
Day 4
Thimphu : Sightseeing
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, leave for a sightseeing tour in and around Thimphu. Drive to Dodona and hike to reach the Tango Monastery. Afterwards, spend some time near the river with a delightful lunch picnic. Your Bhutan travel itinerary takes you back to Thimphu to visit the enchanting School of arts and crafts, the Zilukha Nunnery and the Tashichho Dzong. In the evening, head to the craft Bazaar and shop till your heart's desire. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 5
Thimphu and Punakha - Sightseeing
After a wholesome breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to the Buddha viewpoint. Visit the simply Bhutan living museum and have lunch in town. After your guide processes the Punakha permits, drive to Punakha by road and visit the Dochula pass on your way. Your Bhutan travel takes you to visit the temple of fertility, Chhimi Lhakhang and long walks in the beautiful rice fields. Head to your hotel, check in and stay there for the night.
Day 6
Punakha and Paro : Sightseeing
Spend an adventure filled day in Punakha and head to Paro to experience the buddhist essence of Bhutan!
After a delectable breakfast at the hotel, start the sixth day of your ,strong>Bhutan trip by visiting the Punakha Dzong. Take a scary yet exciting walk on the longest suspension bridge of Bhutan. Afterwards, head to Paro and check in at your hotel. Spend the evening visiting the National Museum as well as the Paro Dzong Fortress. Proceed to the town and spend some time at leisure before returning to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 7
Paro : An Adventurous Day
The seventh day of your Bhutan tour takes you on an adventure to the Tiger Nest Monastery!
Post a delicious breakfast at the hotel, leave for days hike to Tiger's Nest Temple. This Temple overlooks a sheer drop and clings to cliff, 900 m above the valley floor. After this adventure, visit the Drukgyel Dzong. Spend the evening at leisure in Paro as you visit some of the local markets. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 8
Paro and Phuentsholing : Sightseeing
Prepare to leave Paro with a short sightseeing tour to one of the oldest shrines in Bhutan.
Begin the eighth day of your Bhutan tour with a breakfast at the hotel. Check out and leave to visit the Kyichu Lhakhang. This is one of the most sacred and oldest shrine in the kingdom of Bhutan. After a fascinating experience here, head to the Rinpung Dzong also known as the Paro Dzong for a look in its long and interesting history. After lunch in Paro, head to Phuentsholing by road as per your Bhutan travel itinerary. On arrival, check in at your hotel and spend a comfortable night there.
Day 9
Bhutan : Departure
On the last day of your Bhutan tour, bid farewell to the incredible Bhutan!
After the last breakfast in Bhutan, check out from your hotel and drive to Bagdogra Airport. Head back home with a treasure of memories of this beautiful and serene land. Your Bhutan tour package terminates here.
Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
- Transportation to and from!!
- Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- All the required permits and paperwork
Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Hotel Expenses(some packages do include hotel expenses)
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Food and accommodations in Kathmandu
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopte