Forbidden Kingdom In The Himalayas - Bhutan Package

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Explore the forbidden kingdom of

Himalayas - Bhutan* Bagdogra – Phuntsholing – Thimphu – Paro – Phuntsholing – Bagdogra *

Witness: Extraordinarily beautiful mountain scenery and the traditional lifestyle of the

Bhutanese people culture and Arts & crafts of Bhutan.

Be inspired: By the notion of “gross domestic happiness” rather than growth economics

Luxuriate: In having sole access to your driver / guide, ensuring that you enjoy a rich and

cultural experience

Day 01: Arrive Bagdogra – Phuntsholing

Arrive Bagdogra Airport and you will be met, greeted by our

representative and then make your way through India’s hub-

hub to the border. You will pass through a gate and enter the

“Dragon Kingdom” where you’re met by your guide. We doubt

that there is anywhere else on earth where you will have this

experience…mayhem on one side of the border and calm on theother. There’s time for sightseeing before you’re

accommodated overnight.

Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 02: Phuntsholing – Thimphu

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and drive to Thimpu. The journey

commences with a climb into the foothills of the Himalayas,

firstly visiting Kharbandi Gompa, a beautiful monastery from

where you will enjoy splendid views of the plains of West

Bengal. You then head off via switch-backs and mountain roads

as you make your way to Thimphu, modern capital of Bhutan.




Day 03: In Thimbu

Morning after breakfast visit the Trashichhoedzong (“fortress

of the glorious religion”), National Library, the Institute for

Zorig Chusum (traditional arts and crafts) then, this afternoon,

the National Memorial Chorten, the government-run

Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts shops.


Day 04: Thimbu – Punakha – Thimbu

Following breakfast, you will be driven up to the Dochu-la Pass

(3088m), from where (on a clear day) you can view the peaks

of Masagang(7158m), Tsendagang (6960m), Terigang

(7060m), Jejegangphugang (7158m), Kangphugang (7170m),

Zongphugang (7060m) and the highest of all - Gangkar

Puensum (7497m).

You visit Punakha Dzong, strategically located at the junction

of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu Rivers. Built in 1637 by Shabdrung

Ngawang Namgyal, Punakha Dzong served as the religious and

administrative centre of the region. Ravaged by fires and

earthquake, the Dzong has been fully restored by the present

King. Evening drive to Thimphu.


Day 05: Thimbu – Paro

After breakfast, you travel back via Thimphu to Paro where you

will stay for 2 nights. This afternoon, you visit Ta Dzong, now

housing the National Museum which displays antique thangkhapaintings, textiles, weapons and a rich assortment of historic

artifacts. You then walk to Rinpung Dzong, which has a long

and fascinating history.

You drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where

Bhutanese warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. You

then continue to Taktsang, the most famous of Bhutanese



monasteries which is widely known as “Tiger’s Nest.” On your return journey to Paro,

you’ll visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in the Kingdom.


Day 06: Paro – Phuntsholing

After breakfast, start the day early for drive to Haa via

Chele-la pass. 4 Km away at Bondey village the road to

Haa diverts towards the right hand side and ascends

towards the chele-la pass starts. After driving through

blue pine & rhododendron forest for 45 km, reach Chele-

la pass ( 4200 meters). From this point one can have

superb views of Mt. Chomolhari & Jichu Drakey. This is a

very good place to walk around for few minutes enjoyingthe view.

Drive on to Haa, if time permits visit to the famous

Monastery of Lhakhang Karpo (White Temple) followed

by visit to Lhakhang Nagpo (Black Temple).


Day 07: Phuntsholing – Bagdogra

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey

**** TOUR ENDS ****



Tour Cost for the above Programme:-

Tour Cost Per Person: Rs.32,000/-

Tour Cost Includes:-

1. Transfers from / to the airport and all local transportation

2. Accommodation in standard hotels certified by the Tourism council of Bhutan

with all meals

3. Sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary and entrance fee as applicable

4. Services of an English Speaking Driver/Guide

5. Visa Fee

Does not Include:-

- Camera fees at the monuments

- Telephone charges, tips, gratuities, laundry, table drinks

- Domestic / International Air Tickets

- Any other expenses of personal nature

- Travel Insurance

- Any other services which is not mentioned in the tour cost inclusions

Supplementary Air Fare

From To Airlines Dep:Time Arr:Time Fare

Delhi Bagdogra Jet Airways/9W 711 12:10 14:30 INR 5000/-

Bagdogra Delhi Go Air /G8 151 20:05 23:20 INR 4500/-

* The above Fares are Per Person discounted fares available as of now for travel in the

month of Sep’ 2013 and are much more economical as compared to the normal

economy class fares. To avail discounted Check Fares, we will have to get the Air

tickets issued at the time of booking itself. Air fares are subject to change at the timeof booking.

For Bookings Contact:

Ms.Sunita Cowasjee

Co-Founder Kranti

Ph: +91 886 000 7474

Email: [email protected]

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Forbidden Kingdom In The Himalayas - Bhutan Package