Western Bhutan Tour
🌏 Bhutan: A Journey Through Culture & Beauty - Fixed Departure Tour 🌟
Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Bhutan with this carefully curated travel package, taking you through its most enchanting destinations. 🏞️
✈️ Arrival: Begin with a scenic descent into Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station, followed by a transfer to Phuentsholing. Explore the local markets and vibrant culture. 🛍️
🏙️ Thimphu: Discover Bhutan's capital city with visits to the National Memorial Chorten 🕊️, Buddha Point 🛕, and the Takin Preserve 🦌, where you’ll connect with the nation’s spiritual and natural heritage.
🏰 Punakha: Experience the grandeur of Punakha Dzong 🏰 and the historic Punakha Suspension Bridge 🌉, set amidst stunning landscapes.
⛰️ Paro: Take an unforgettable excursion to the iconic Taktshang Monastery 🏯, perched dramatically on a cliffside. Explore Ta Dzong 🏰 and Rinpung Dzong 🏯, two symbols of Bhutan’s rich art and architecture.
🌿 Return: Conclude your adventure with a return to Phuentsholing before departing from Bagdogra or NJP Railway Station.
This package offers the perfect blend of natural beauty 🌳, cultural immersion 🎭, and spiritual experiences 🕉️, ensuring an unforgettable journey!
Included in the Price 🌟
Phuentsholing 🏙️
🌆 Evening stroll through local markets and the main street.
Thimphu 🏞️
🛕 Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang)
🌄 Stunning view of the Thimphu valley
🕊️ King’s Memorial Chorten
🦌 Takin Preserve
🖼️ Simply Bhutan – the Interactive museum
🏰 Trashichhoedzong - Fortress of the glorious religion
🛍️ Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts bazaar
🏔️ Visit Dochula Pass and enjoy views of the Eastern Himalayas
Punakha 🏞️
🏰 Punakha Dzong (Palace of Great Happiness)
🌉 Punakha Suspension Bridge - one of the oldest in the world
🍀 Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility)
Paro 🌄
🏯 Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)
🛍️ Visit the local market in Paro for shopping
🍺 Namgay Artisanal Brewery
🏺 Ta Dzong (National Museum)
🏰 Rinpung Dzong - Fortress of the heap of jewels
Phuentsholing 🏙️
🌆 Evening free for shopping and leisure activities in the local market.
This tour ensures an unforgettable experience with cultural immersion, scenic beauty, and historical exploration! 🌟
Highlights
06 Nights’ Accommodation in All Three Places
Daily Breakfast and Dinner
All Tours and Transfers by Exclusive Non A/C Vehicle
Thimphu Local Sightseeing with Buddha Point
Punakha Excursion with Punakha Dzong
Excursion to Taktshang Monastery
Ta Dzong & Rinpung Dzong Tour
All Permit Fee and Hotel Taxes (as per the itinerary)
Exclusions 🚫
✈️ Air Fare / Train Fare
💸 Personal Expenses: Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks.
🏞️ Adventure Activities: Rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), porterages.
🚗 Additional Sightseeing or Extra Usage of Vehicle: Other than what’s mentioned in the itinerary.
🎟️ Entrance Fees to monuments or attractions not listed.
💲 Increase in Taxes or Fuel Price: Any hike in taxes or fuel cost affecting surface transportation & land arrangements before departure.
🌡️ Room Heater Charges: For additional heating in the room.
🛡️ Insurance: Travel and medical insurance coverage.
🚫 Anything Not Included in the inclusion section.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station – Transfer to Phuentsholing (146km-4hrs) 🌍
🛬 Meet & Greet upon arrival at Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station.
🚗 Scenic drive through beautiful tea garden estates to Indo-Bhutan Border (Jaigaon-Phuentsholing).
🏨 Check-in at the hotel.
🌆 Evening Free for shopping and leisure.
🛏️ Overnight Stay at Phuentsholing.
Day 2: Transfer Phuentsholing to Thimphu (160km - 5hrs approx) 🏞️
🍽️ After breakfast, meet your guide and driver for immigration formalities.
🚗 Drive to Thimphu, passing Gedu, located 9000 ft above sea level, and Chukha Dam.
📸 Stop at Wankha Waterfalls for a photo session.
🏨 Check-in at Thimphu hotel.
🌆 Evening Free for leisure activities.
🛏️ Overnight Stay in Thimphu.
Day 3: Thimphu Local Sightseeing 🏙️
🕊️ National Memorial Chorten: Built in memory of Bhutan’s third Druk Gyalpo, a major Buddhist site.
🛕 Buddha Dordenma Statue: The golden Buddha atop a hill with 125,000 smaller statues inside.
🦌 Motithang Takin Preserve: Bhutan’s national animal, the Takin, in a beautiful preserve.
📚 National Library: A historic collection of Bhutanese manuscripts and books.
👗 Bhutan Textile Museum: Learn about Bhutan’s traditional textiles and clothing.
⏰ Clock Tower Square: A stunning architectural landmark with restaurants and souvenir shops.
🏰 Tashichho Dzong: A monastery and fortress, hosting Bhutan’s annual Tsechu festival.
🛏️ Overnight Stay at Thimphu.
Day 4: Transfer from Thimphu to Paro via Punakha Sightseeing (128km - 6hrs) 🏞️
🏔️ Dochula Pass: Scenic views of the Eastern Himalayas and 108 stupas at 3100 m.
🏰 Punakha Dzong: The majestic palace of great happiness, nestled at the confluence of Pho and Mo Chu rivers.
🌉 Punakha Suspension Bridge: One of the oldest suspension bridges, perfect for nature photography.
🍀 Chimi Lhakhang: The Temple of Fertility, offering blessings to couples.
🏨 Check-in at Paro hotel.
🛏️ Overnight Stay in Paro.
Day 5: Excursion to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) 🏯
🍽️ After breakfast, a 30-minute drive to the trekking point.
🚶♂️ Trekking (6 hrs) to the iconic Taktsang Monastery, perched on a cliff 900 meters above Paro Valley.
🏞️ Enjoy breathtaking views as you trek through shady pine forests.
🏨 Return to the hotel in Paro.
🛏️ Overnight Stay in Paro.
Day 6: Transfer from Paro to Phuentsholing (152km - 4hrs) 🚗
🍽️ After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Phuentsholing.
🌆 Evening Free for shopping and leisure at the local market.
🏨 Overnight Stay in Phuentsholing.
Day 7: Transfer from Phuentsholing to Bagdogra for Departure (146km - 4hrs) ✈️
🍽️ After early breakfast, drive back to NJP Station/Bagdogra Airport.
🧳 Cherish your memories from an unforgettable Bhutan Holiday Tour.
🌟 Departure with sweet memories of Bhutan!