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Bhutan, a Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge, is known for its monasteries, fortresses (or dzongs) and dramatic landscapes that range from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys. In the High Himalayas, peaks such as 7,326m Jomolhari are popular trekking destinations. Paro Taktsang monastery (also known as Tiger’s Nest) clings to cliffs above the forested Paro Valley.

Few Local words you can learn for local connect.
(Hello:Ku-zu-zam-po-la) (Thank You: Ka din chey la)( See you:Lok jey gay)(Good bye :Tashi Delek)(Water:Chhu)(Food:Thoo)(Choe:You)(Nga:Me)(Lets go:Jo gay)

Ways to Reach Bhutan from India.

By Air: Flying to Bhutan from India is quite easy. There are two direct airlines, namely, Drukair and Bhutan Airlines that operate flights from Delhi, Gaya, Bagdogra, Kolkata, Mumbai and Guwahati to Paro, Bhutan’s only international airport.

By Road: You have to go through three border points in India. They are a) Jaigaon – Phuensholing Border, b) Gelephu and c) Samdrup Jongkhar. The Jaigaon – “Phuentsholing border” is most preferred by most of the travellers.Arrive Bagdogra by flight, Reach Phuentsholing in 4-5 hours, Reach Thimphu in another 4-5 hours. The road from Phuentsholing to Thimphu is very scenic

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  • Pick and Drop Service
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • Sightseeing’s with transfers
  • Air/Bus/Train Tickets
  • Additional Services
  • Travel Insurance
  • Food & Drinks
  • Entrance Tickets,Safari,Boat Ride,Gandola Ride Etc.

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Accepts Credit Cards
Car Parking
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Restaurant

Tour Plan

(Approx Distance: 170 Kms. / Driving Time: 5-6 Hrs.)

Meet and greet on arrival at NJP Train Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing. Phuentsholing is the point of entry for travellers arriving by bus from Kolkata and Siliguri and the town functions primarily as a place where Bhutanese and Indians do business. The architecture is modern, and there is no dzong, famous monastery or in fact anything of particular interest to tourists. However, like all of Bhutan, it does offer a clean, pleasant and safe environment in which to go about your business. Indian nationals require a travel permit to enter Bhutan proper, but can visit Phuentsholing without any documentation. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.

(Distance: 176 kms. / Driving Time: 6 hrs.)

Have your breakfast and clear the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening the Tashichhoe Dzong Outer view (Fortress of the Glorious Religion). Overnight stay at Thimphu.

After breakfast visit outer view   Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) , Hindu Tempel  ,Outer view of  National Memorial Chorten (Monument) and  Wagdi tse Lhakhanag ( short hike of 40 mins ) . Afternoon visit Nunnery, BBS Tower, National Library, Centenary Farmer Market (Handicraft product and Local product can be Found here) . Craft Bazar for shopping   can be seen here. Overnight stay at Thimphu

(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs.)

After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, on the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.), during clear days you will get a chance to see Himalayan Mountain ranges of Bhutan. After noon visit Punakha Dzong (entry fee 1000) 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 PungthangDechenPhodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of monastic body. After that take a short hike to visit the Khamsum yulley Namgyal Chorten  - The Temple, also known as  replica of National Memorial chorten  was built by HM The queen Mother  Ashi Tshering Yangdon  ( short hike of uphill  30 mins ) and on way back vist Suspension bridge , Evening free for leisure.  Overnight stay at Punakha.

After breakfast drive to Paro and on the way visit near river side   and drive Bonday Zangthophelri , Airport View  , Ta Dzong – National Museum  with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangka. RinpungDzong  ( outer view )  - Meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels" Evening Leisure   .Overnight stay at Paro.

(Distance: 35 kms. One way / Driving Time: 2 hrs.)

After breakfast excursion trip to Chele-La-Pass – the highest motorable road in Bhutan. Enjoy the scenic beauty and memorable landscapes from Chele-La-Pass. Back to Paro. And Evening Try Bhutanese Traditional Dress and Shopping at Town. Overnight stay at Paro   OR

Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast visit Taktsang Monastery - called “Tiger's Nest” and later if time permits visit Drukgyel Dzong. Overnight stay will be at Paro.

(Distance: 141 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs.)

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

(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5-6 hrs.)

After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to NJP Train Station / IXB Airport for departure.

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10

Min Age

12+

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