Best of Bhutan

Best of Bhutan

Bhutan, the last known Shangri-La is home to museums, monasteries and dzongs. Paro which boasts of beautiful temples perched on the cliffs from the legendary Taktsang is a must watch. It also houses Ta Dzong, a national museum which displays beautiful collection of art and religious Thangka painting. Thimphu, a beautiful blend of traditions and modernity can be visited for its Memorial Chorten and Mothinthang zoo. Wangdi which played a pivotal role during the unification of Bhutan should not be missed.
 

Price Per Person on Twin Sharing Basis

 

Budget:

 34,999/-

 

Standard:

 38,499/-

 

Deluxe:

 40,999/-

Destinations

Hotels

Budget Hotels

Deluxe Hotels

Superior Hotels

Paro

Hotel Paro

Galing Resort

Hotel Drukchen

Thimphu

Hotel Nirmal

Hotel 89

Hotel Migmar

Punakha

Hotel Kingaling

Dragon Nest

Hotel Lobesa

 

• Air fare with airport taxes

• 2 Nights accommodation in Paro

• 1 Night accommodation in Thimphu

• 2 Night accommodation in Punakha

• Daily breakfast

• Sightseeing as per below itinerary

• Please note that vehicle will not be at disposal it will be available to guest as per itinerary only (point to point basis)

• All entrance fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary)

• Items of personal nature like, laundry, telephone calls, room service charges, soft drinks and hard drink charges, etc

• Entrance Fees & Guide charges

• Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned itinerary any services not specified in inclusions

• Any services not specified in inclusions

• 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

• 3.09% Government Service Tax

Cities to be Visit:


2 Nights Paro, 2 Nights Punakha, 1 Night Thimphu

(Distance: 65 kms. / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2350 mts.)

Meet & Greet on arrival at Paro Airport and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon start for half day Thimphu sightseeing consist of Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) a place for refreshing with a huge statue of Buddha on the top of the Kuensel Phodrang, King's (National) Memorial Chorten - This Chorten was built in 1974 in a typical Tibetan style. It is also a center of worship for the people living in Thimphu. Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion) - 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) at present. & Folk Heritage Museum. Overnight stay at Thimphu.

(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1310 mts.)

After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, On the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.). to view the higher Himalayas. Arrival at Punakha check in at hotel. After noon 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 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". Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay will be at Punakha / Wangdue.

(Distance: 78 kms. One way / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Chele-La-Pass: 3810 mts.)

After breakfast, start for full day excursion trip to Gangtey (9,840 ft.). Gangtey is the home of Black Necked Crane which migrates from the arid plains of Tibet in the north. It is a beautiful valley of Bhutan. You can also visit Gangtey Gompha. Evening return back. Overnight stay at Punakha / Wangdue.

(Distance: 140 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Paro: 2280 mts.)

After breakfast drive to Paro (7,483 ft.). On the way stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Park - The park contains a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna and features a huge species of plants and animals including endangered species. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong - National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangkha, etc. Rinpung Dzong - Meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels". The dzong now serves as the administrative and judicial seat of Paro. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Paro.

After breakfast visit Drukgyel Dzong. Also visit famous Taktsang Monastery - called "Tiger's Nest" (2hrs hike from the base camp) & Kitchu Monastery. Overnight stay will be at Paro.

After breakfast check out from hotel and drop at Paro Airport for your onward journey.


Note: Above Itinerary is just an Indicative.

We hope Mercury Vacations gave you a happy tour and you would come to us again for your next travel plan.

 
 

Permit for Bhutan: Indian nationals do not require any visa for Bhutan. A permit will be issued at the entry point on production of a passport or Voter ID and 04 passport size photographs

• Do not carry Indian Rs. 500/- or Rs. 1000/- currency notes. It is illegal

• Tobacco & Tobacco products are banned in Bhutan.

• Do not bring any plant or agricultural product out of Bhutan. It is illegal.

• Adults must carry original & valid Passport or original Voter ID card. Children must carry original & valid Passport or original birth certificate & school photo ID card.

• Remember to carry sufficient woolens including hand gloves.

• Per person cost is calculated on the basis of Minimum 02 adults travelling together and sharing one double room

• Rooms are subject to availability if above mentioned hotels are not available similar hotel will be suggested.

• Tour prices are valid for Indian Nationals only.

• Package cost is subject to change until full confirmation for package tour.