Bhutan Dragon Kingdom

2N Phuntsholing , 1N Thimphu , 1N Punakha and 2N Paro
7 days

From

US$ 302

per person

About the tour

Hidden deep within the Himalayas, between India and Tibet, lies the remote and isolated Kingdom of Bhutan, lost to the world for centuries. Providing remarkable insights into a land where tradition and belief have remained unchanged for centuries, this incredible journey travels deep into the heart of the Himalayas.

Accommodation

Bhutan Residence or Similar

2 night(s) in Phuntsholing

Room Type: Standard Room
Meals Included: None

Wangchuk Hotel, Thimphu or Similar

1 night(s) in Thimphu

Room Type: Standard Room
Meals Included: None

Dragons Nest or Similar

1 night(s) in Punakha

Room Type: Standard Room
Meals Included: None

Galling Resort or Similar

2 night(s) in Paro

Room Type: Standard Room
Meals Included: None

Included in the price

Phuntsholing

  • Return airport transfer from NJP railway station or Airport.
  • Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary
  • All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
  • Guide charges (Only Bhutan Portion).

Day-wise Itinerary

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Day 01: Njp Railway Station / Ixb Airport – Phuentsholing

Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing - The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India. It is a thriving commercial center on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.

Day 02: Phuentsholing – Thimphu

After breakfast complete the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, visit the Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion). Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Day 03: Thimphu Sightseeing – Punakha / Wangdue

After breakfast visit Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue), King's Memorial Chorten (Monument) & Folk Heritage Museum. Afternoon transfer to Punakha / Wangdue Phodrang (4,300 ft.), via Dochu-La-Pass (10,170 ft.) to view the higher Himalayas. The pass also has 108 Druk Wangyal Khangzang Chorten which is believed brings multi fold merit to all sentient beings and which make the pass a must visit place. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay will be at Punakha / Wangdue Phodrang.

Day 04: Punakha / Wangdue Sightseeing – Paro

After breakfast check out from hotel with bag & baggage’s and visit the 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”. After noon drive to Paro. On arrival check in at the hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.

Day 05: Paro Sightseeing

After breakfast start full day sightseeing covering Ta Dzong - National Museum with an excellent collection of Bhutanese antiquities, Rinpung Dzong - the administrative seat of the district of Paro. Afternoon visit Drukgyel Dzong - The Dzong was destroyed by fire in 1951 and is now preserved as heritage site & Kyichu Lhakhang - one of the oldest Buddist temples in Bhutan. Overnight stay at Paro.

Day 06: Paro – Phuentsholing

After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Phuentsholing. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.

Day 07: Phuentsholing – Njp Railway Station / Ixb Airport

After breakfast check out from the hotel and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey.

Exclusions

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  • Air Fare/Train fare. Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, porterage. Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary. Entrance Fees. Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot). 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. Service Tax & Travel Insurance. Anything which is not include in the inclusion.

Starting from

US$ 302

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