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Land of Thunder Dragon-MERIDIEN SPECIAL

8 DAYS & 7 NIGHTS

Overview

For a wonderful holiday with your family in the Kingdom of Bhutan, book a 6 nights 7 days Bhutan travel package. Available at affordable prices, HIMAVAT VOYAGES Bhutan tour itinerary is fully customizable and can be adjusted to suit the needs of varied travellers.

Beat the heat with this summer special Bhutan Holiday, which will take you to the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’. During the sojourn, you will travel through Thimphu and Paro to explore their prominent landmarks. To ensure that you know the significance of all the attractions, a professional guide has been appointed for you. Among the oldest monasteries of Bhutan, Tiger’s Nest Temple, will fascinate you with its cliff-side locationThe itinerary also includes a visit to Takin Mini Zoo, which is home to the national animal of Bhutan. The list doesn’t end here as you will also explore Chimi Lhakhang, Trashichhoedzong,Punakha Dzong and National Museum.

Day 1: Siliguri - Phuentsholing

• Pick up from Siliguri then drive to Phuentsholingon your 7 days in Bhutan
• Arrive to Phuntsholing and check in to your hotels.

PHUENTSHOLING: Phuentsholing (alt. 300m / 985 ft.) - The frontier town, it is a thriving commercial centre, situated directly at the base of Himalayan foothills. It is a fascinating place where different ethnic groups mingle prominently Indian, Bhutanese and Nepalese. Being the border town, Phuentsholing serves as the convenient entry/exit point for Bhutan and also the important link to visit the Indian state of West Bengal, Sikkim and Assam. Evening take a down town walk.

• Overnight at the hotel in Phuntsholing
• Distance from Bagdogra to Phuentsholing:172 km
• Travel time: 4 hour 10 minutes (approximately)

Day 2: Thimphu: Immigration Process

Get transferred to Thimphu on Day 2 of your Bhutan Itinerary

After an early breakfast move for immigration formalities after done with immigration transfer to Thimphu, on arrival check-into the hotel. The capital town of Bhutan and the centre of government, religion and commerce, Thimphu is a unique city with unusual mixture of modern development alongside ancient traditions. With the population of about 90,000, it is perhaps still the world’s only capital city without a traffic light. Also take a walk to the Coronation Park. Located on the banks of the river (near the city stadium), this 5.6 acres of parkland offer a pleasant and relaxing environment to stroll or to sit and watch the river flow by. Evening time can be spent strolling through the government-run Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts bazaar, to browse through example of Bhutan's fine traditional arts. Here you can buy hand-woven textiles, thangkha paintings, masks, ceramics, slate and woodcarvings, jewellery, interesting items made from local materials.

• Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu. (Altitude 2,320m)
• Distance from Phuentsholing to Thimphu : 165 km
• Travel time: 4 hour 45 minutes (approximately)

Day 3: Thimphu: Enchanting local sightseeing

Visit enchanting local sites as part of your Bhutan tour itinerary Savor a delectable breakfast and gear up for local sightseeing in Thimphu. Memorial Chorten: Also known as Thimphu Chorten, this stupa located on Doe Boom Lam is unlike most stupas in the world. The Memorial Chorten does not enshrine human remains but instead represents the mind of the Buddha. Teach your kids about the culture and tradition of Bhutan as you revel in these architectural marvels. National Library: Your final stop for the day is the National Library and Archives of Bhutan. The library was established in 1967 and has been used to promote and preserve regional culture, ever since. Go through old sacred texts and know more about the rich history of Bhutan. Tashichhoedzong - The seat of the government since 1952 and presently houses the throne room and offices of the king, the secretariat and the ministries of home affairs and finance

Buddha Point: The Buddha Dordenma statue in Thimphu at 51.5 metres is among the largest Buddha statues in the world. Located atop a hill in KuenselPhodrang Nature Park, the statue is gilded in bronze and gold. Seek peace in this scenic haven and cherish the wonderful time with your kids. Bhutan Textile Museum: Visit the textile museum located near the National Library as your second sightseeing spot for the day. Established in 2001, the museum sustains and promotes the art of weaving. One can also buy books and textiles from the museum shop. Come back to the hotel for a peaceful night’s sleep.

Optional: Shopping (charges extra)

Day 4: Thimphu – Punakha via Dochu La

Get transferred to Punakha on Day 3 of your Bhutan tour itinerary. This morning drive to low lands of Punakha valley touching DochulaPass 10,000 ft and on the way stop at Hongtsho village. Stop at the immigration check point to stamp in your permit. You will be driving through the first mountain pass in the western part of Bhutan.

You will find the 108 Druk Wangyalchortens on the top of the pass where the ridges are draped in colorful prayer flags greet you.

Stop at Lamperi and visit the Royal Botanical Park for 30 minutes. Proceed down towards Punakha. On the way stop and take a short walk through the villages to Chimmi Lhakhang - The divine madman also known, as Drukpa Kinley is a famous teacher with whom the phallic symbol is associated. Tales told by your guide would have excited you to visit Chimmi Lhakhang. Japanese and several American couples visited this temple and were blessed miraculously with children.

Afternoon visit majestic Punakha Dzong placed strategically at the junction of the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers, the dzong was built in 1637 by ZhabdrungNgawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative seat of the region. It was here that the dual system of government was introduced in the 17th century and in 1907, enthroned the first King GongsarUgyen Wangchuk

Shop for souvenirs and come back to the hotel in Punakha for a good night’s sleep.

• Optional: Shopping (charges extra)
• Distance from Thimphu to Punakha: 75 km
• Travel time: 3 hour 15 minutes (approximately)

Day 5: Punakha  – Phobjikha

Visit sightseeing of Phobjikha as part of your Bhutan tour itinerary. After breakfast visit Chimi Lhakhang on foot, the temple of fertility associated with religious art of phallus.En route visit Wangdi ruin Dzong and continue to Phobjikha over the pass at 3140m. Visit Gangtey Gompa, the largest and the only monastery of the Nyingmapa sect in western Bhutan. Evening relax in your hotel or take a stroll.

• Overnight in Punakha
• Distance from Punakha to Phobjikha: 98 km
• Travel time: 3 hour (approximately)

Day 6: Punakha – Paro via Simtokha Dzong

Get transferred to Paro on Day 6 of your Bhutan tour itinerary. After a piping hot breakfast, Paro en route visit Simtokha Dzong. This dzong, built in 1627 is the oldest in Bhutan. It now houses the Institute for Language and Culture Studies.

Afternoon in Paro, visit Ta Dzong, once a watchtower, built to defend Rinpung Dzong during inter-valley wars of the 17th century, Ta Dzong was inaugurated as Bhutan’s National Museum in 1968.

Afterwards, walk down a hillside trail to visit Rinpung Dzong. Built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal , the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head) and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. The approach to the Dzong is through a traditional covered bridge called Nemi Zam. Return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay

• Optional: Shopping (charges extra)
• Distance from Punakha to Paro: 125 km
• Travel time: 4 hour 15 minutes (approximately)

Day 7: Paro – Phuentsholing

Drive from Paro to Phuentsholing on Day 7 of your Bhutan tour itinerary. After Breakfast drive to Phuentsholing. Evening an exploratory walk around main-street and market area.

• Overnight at the hotel in Phuntsholing
• Optional: Shopping (charges extra)
• Distance from Paro to Phuentsholing : 160 km
• Travel time: 4 hour 30 minutes (approximately)

Day 8: Phuentsholing: The Trip Ends

After a hearty breakfast, check-out from the hotel and head to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station /Bagdogra Airport

Tour Ends.

Hotels 3 Star

1    : Hotel Alem  Similar in Phuentsholing

2    : Hotel kuenphen or oro villa Similar in Thimphu

3    : Hotel Kingaling or Kingacholing Similar in Punakha

4    : Hotel Yanki resort or Sinchula Villa Similar in Paro

Note: - We will provide you these or similar hotels depending on availability

Total Package Cost – Rs 31300/PP

 INCLUSIONS

I.          Transfer all in private basis  Suv Tucson OR Creata

II.         Sight Seen as per itinerary (Point to Point Basis).

III.        Immigration Charges.

IV.        Driver cum Guide.

V.         Per Day 1 DBL bedroom and 1 cnb

VI.        Pick up: - Njp/Ixb   Drop: - Njp/Ixb

VII.       Meal – Breakfast & Dinner

VIII.      One Tourist Sim-Card

IX.        Mineral Water during transportation in Bhutan

EXCLUSIONS

I.          Extras of personal nature such as personal tips, laundry charges, additional tour charges.

II.         Does not include any Lunch, Evening Tea/snacks

III.        Insurance, Medical & Emergency rescue costs. 

IV.        Does not include Hard drinks, liquor, mineral water in Hotel, or soft drinks/juices.

V.         Does not include Entrance Fees at Monasteries / Monuments / Museums etc.      

VI.        Does not include specialized Guide

Cancellation Policy

I.          Cancellation charges per person

II.         30 or more days before departure: 50%

III.        Between 29 to 1 days before departure: 100%

IV.        No extra charges incurred on given package cost in case you postpone the trip. 

NOTE

I.          In case of natural mishap like landslide, flood, ice melting, roadblocks, the company must not have held responsible & there will be possibility of change in the itinerary, the travelers are expected to co-ordinate as per the instructions.

II.         The travelers must carry Valid Indian Passport, Indian Voter ID Card or Driving License & 04 Passport size photographs if travelling outside India.

III.        We will take all the safety measures for any adventure sports/activities that we organize with your consent.

IV.        However, if some accidents, deaths or mishap occurs, the company must not have held responsible.

V.         It will be entirely your risk and decision to involve in such adventurous activities/sports, While in Bhutan the Law of the Land Prevails.

Documents required to enter in Bhutan are:

For Bhutan Immigration

I.          Voter Identity Card

II.         Passport

III.        Passport Size color Photograph (2 Nos/Pax)

Other Information

CLOSING DAYS OF SOME OF MONUMENTS MENTIONED IN ITINERARY: