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Phuentsholing 1N - Thimphu 2N - Punakha 1N - Phobjikha 1N - Paro 3N - Phuentsholing 1N

Bhutan | 10D9N | Code: BT-5
Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Tour Type: Family Tours
Destinations: Bhutan

Description

S. No

Place

Night

Meal Plan

1

Phuentsholing

1

Breakfast & Dinner.

2

Thimphu

2

Breakfast & Dinner.

3

Punakha

1

Breakfast & Dinner.

4

Phobjikha

1

Breakfast & Dinner.

5

Paro

3

Breakfast & Dinner.

6

Phuentsholing

1

Breakfast & Dinner.

Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at Hasimara โ€“ Transfer to Phuentsholing (20Kms/45Mins)

Upon arrival at Hasimara Railway Station, meet your Bhutanese guide and proceed towards the Indo-Bhutan border at Jaigaon. After completing immigration formalities at Phuentsholing Immigration Office, enter the peaceful Kingdom of Bhutan. Check into your hotel and relax before beginning your Bhutan adventure. Spend the evening exploring local cafรฉs or simply relax on your own before beginning your Himalayan journey.

Day 2

Phuentsholing โ€“ Thimphu (170Kms/6-7Hrs)

After breakfast, complete permit formalities and begin the scenic mountain drive to Bhutan's capital city, Thimphu. The route passes through:

Dense Himalayan forests

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Waterfalls

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Winding mountain roads

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Tea gardens

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Charming villages

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  River valleys

Enjoy several scenic photography stops along the way. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Evening, if you have time, then visit:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Clock Tower Square

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Norzin Lam

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Local Cafรฉs

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Handicraft Shops

Overnight Stay at the Thimphu Hotel.

Day 3

Thimphu - Full Day Sightseeing

After breakfast enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Bhutan's fascinating capital. Visit:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Buddha Dordenma Statue

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Kuenselphodrang Nature Park

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  National Memorial Chorten

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Tashichho Dzong

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  National Institute for Zorig Chusum

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Folk Heritage Museum

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Simply Bhutan Museum

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  National Library

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Bhutan Post Office

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Motithang Takin Preserve

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Changangkha Lhakhang

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Handicraft Emporium

Evening free for shopping and exploring Bhutan's peaceful nightlife. Overnight Stay at the Thimphu hotel.

Day 4

Thimphu โ€“ Dochula Pass โ€“ Punakha (80Kms/03Hrs)

After breakfast, drive towards the beautiful valley of Punakha. En route stop at the spectacular: Dochula Pass (3,100 metres) Enjoy panoramic Himalayan views (weather permitting) Visit:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  108 Druk Wangyal Chortens

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Druk Wangyal Lhakhang

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Himalayan View Point

Continue towards Punakha. Upon arrival Check-in at the hotel. Later visit:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Punakha Dzong

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Pho Chhu & Mo Chhu River Confluence

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Punakha Suspension Bridge

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility)

Evening free amidst peaceful countryside surroundings. Overnight stay at the Punakha Hotel.

Day 5

Punakha โ€“ Gangtey โ€“ Phobjikha Valley (80Kms/03Hrs)

After breakfast proceed towards the beautiful glacial valley of Phobjikha. Drive through forests filled with pine, rhododendron and Himalayan scenery. Visit:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Gangtey Monastery

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Gangtey Nature Trail

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Phobjikha Valley

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Black-Necked Crane Information Centre (Seasonal)

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Beautiful Valley Viewpoints

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Local Villages

Enjoy one of Bhutan's most scenic valleys. Overnight stay at the Phobjikha hotel.

Day 6

Phobjikha Valley โ€“ Paro (180Kms/06Hrs)

After breakfast drive towards the beautiful Paro Valley via Dochula Pass. Upon arrival visit:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Rinpung Dzong

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Nyamai Zam Bridge

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Paro Town

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Traditional Bhutanese Architecture

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Local Markets

Relax in the charming valley. Overnight Stay at the Paro hotel.

Day 7

Paro - Tiger's Nest Monastery Excursion

After an early breakfast, begin Bhutan's most iconic experience. Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery Hike. The hike passes through:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Pine forests

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Colourful prayer flags

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Mountain viewpoints

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Traditional prayer wheels

Round-trip hiking time: 5โ€“6 Hours. After returning visit:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Kyichu Lhakhang

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Drukgyel Dzong View Point

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Airport View Point

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Farmhouses

Evening free for shopping in Paro. Overnight stay at the Paro Hotel.

Day 8

Paro - Local Sightseeing & Leisure

After breakfast enjoy a relaxed sightseeing day covering attractions missed previously. Visit:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  National Museum (Ta Dzong)

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Dungtse Lhakhang

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Paro Weekend Market (if applicable)

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Local Handicraft Centre

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Bhutanese Archery Ground

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Traditional Hot Stone Bath (Optional)

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Cafรฉ Hopping

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Leisure Walk through Paro Town

Spend the evening soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. Overnight Stay at Paro.

Day 9

Paro โ€“ Phuentsholing (160Kms/6Hrs)

After breakfast, drive back towards Phuentsholing through scenic mountain landscapes. Upon arrival: Check into the hotel. Leisurely walk around town. Enjoy your final evening in Bhutan. Overnight Stay at Phuentsholing.

Day 10

Phuentsholing โ€“ Hasimara Railway Station - Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Hasimara Railway Station for your onward train journey. You have the day for shopping around the town.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Free time for shopping

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Bhutanese handicrafts

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Local chocolates

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Souvenir shopping

You will be dropped off at the Hasimara railway station in the evening. Bid farewell to the magical Kingdom of Bhutan with unforgettable memories of snow-capped mountains, peaceful monasteries, lush valleys, colourful prayer flags, and warm Bhutanese hospitality. Tour Ends with Happy Memories!

Important Note

Detailed itinerary is provided solely as an overview of your tour schedule, outlining the number of nights and days at each destination for your easy reference. Please note that specifics such as hotel categories, optional paid excursions, and transportation modes will be communicated separately via WhatsApp on a case-by-case basis. The itinerary also includes a short summary of the standard excursion inclusions, designed to give you an idea of the activities available at each destination that form part of your package. Kindly note that this is a standard itinerary and not a customized plan. We appreciate your understanding and are always here to assist you with any further details or clarifications you may need.

Inclusion

As per the Important Note, please be assured that your contract will detail the specific inclusions for your tour, including the meal plan, hotel category, and any paid sightseeing discussed and agreed upon via our WhatsApp communication.

Hotel

The name of the hotel will be confirmed based on availability within your preferred star category at the time of booking, as per our WhatsApp communication. We can either suggest specific hotels that meet your star rating, or if you have any particular hotels in mind, please let us know, and we can check their availability.

Hotel check-in and check-out timings can vary significantly depending on the specific hotel and its location. There isn't a universal standard time across all places.

Therefore, the check-in and check-out timings for the hotels in your itinerary will be communicated to you separately, specific to each location, as part of your detailed hotel information.

Transportation

Your tour includes transportation via a private car for all covered zones. All state taxes, parking fees, tolls, and driver allowances are included in the quoted price. However, please note that due to union restrictions in certain areas, our vehicle will not be used for sightseeing within those specific restricted zones.

Exclusion

Please note that entrance fees and costs for any additional paid activities are not included and will be arranged based on availability. In union-restricted areas where our vehicle is not permitted and local transport isn't available, sightseeing via union vehicles will incur extra charges not covered in the tour price. Any other paid inclusions beyond those explicitly stated are also excluded.

Cancellation

Cancellation charges are subject to the policies of our various suppliers and can vary accordingly. Additionally, cancellations or changes due to unforeseen circumstances such as airline or railway disruptions, visa issues, acts of war, or natural calamities will be handled as per the respective supplier's terms and conditions.

Note

Holiday Mazha acts solely as a travel agent, facilitating your tour arrangements. We are service providers and execute your travel plans by coordinating with various airlines, hotels, and transportation services; we do not own these entities directly.

Terms and Conditions

Please note that no refunds will be provided for any unused services included in your tour package.

Payment Policy

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