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Gateway to Bhutan: 7N Package

Phuntsholing(2N) → Thimphu(2N) → Punakha(1N) → Paro(2N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station –Phuentsholing
Upon arrival at Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station, meet your driver and transfer to Phuentsholing, the gateway to Bhutan (approx. 165 km / 4–5 hours). On reaching Phuentsholing (298 m), complete the immigration formalities with assistance from our Bhutan representative. Check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
After breakfast, complete your Bhutan entry permit formalities (if not done on Day 1) and proceed to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan (approx. 158 km / 5–6 hours). The scenic drive through mountain roads offers glimpses of Bhutan’s countryside. Upon arrival in Thimphu (2,320 m), check into your hotel. Overnight stay in Thimphu.
After breakfast, begin your full-day sightseeing tour in Thimphu. Visit Sangaygang View Point (BBS Tower) for panoramic views, followed by Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang). Explore the Institute for Zorig Chusum (closed on weekends and holidays), the Textile Museum, handicraft shops, and Zangthopelri Lhakhang. Continue to Simply Bhutan (a living museum), and conclude with a visit to Motithang Takin Preservation Centre (closed on Mondays), where you can see Bhutan’s national animal. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Post breakfast, drive to Punakha/Wangdi (approx. 70 km / 3–3.5 hours), crossing the scenic Dochu La Pass (3,080 m). On a clear day, enjoy views of the Bhutanese Himalayas. Visit the majestic Punakha Dzong (entry fee approx. INR 500), and if time permits, explore the Suspension Bridge and take a 30-minute walk to Chimi Lhakhang Monastery (entry fee approx. INR 1000). Overnight stay in Punakha.
After breakfast, check out and head towards Paro (approx. 148 km / 4.5 hours), stopping at Dochu La Pass and the Royal Botanical Garden at Lamperi (entry fee approx. INR 100). Arrive in Paro, check in at the hotel, and unwind. Overnight stay in Paro.
Start your day with local sightseeing in Paro. Visit Dungtse Lhakhang and the Bird’s Eye Viewpoint for stunning views of the Paro Valley and the airport. Continue to Ta Dzong (National Museum – closed on holidays, entry INR 300), Rinpung Dzong (entry INR 1000), and Kichu Lhakhang (entry INR 500).
Alternatively, take a full-day excursion to Haa Valley via Chele-la Pass (3,988 m). Visit Haa Dzong, Lhakhang Karpo and Nagpo, and Wangchulo Dzong. Return to Paro in the evening. Overnight stay in Paro.
After breakfast, drive back to Phuentsholing (approx. 176 km / 4–5 hours). Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Spend the evening relaxing or shopping in the local markets. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing
Post breakfast, check out and proceed to Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station. Stop at Karbandi Monastery and complete your Bhutan exit and India re-entry formalities. Continue your journey to Siliguri. Tour ends with fond memories of Bhutan.

Accommodation Details

Phuntsholing (2 nights)

Hotel Lotus Villa (4) with Breakfast + Dinner included

Thimphu (2 nights)

Pelyang Boutique (4) with Breakfast + Dinner included

Punakha (1 night)

Hotel Tara Haven (4) with Breakfast + Dinner included

Paro (2 nights)

Hotel Taktsangri-la (4) with Breakfast + Dinner included

$539

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$517 /person

Package Policies

  • Accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • Hotel taxes as per itinerary
  • SDF charges (INR 1200/person/night)
  • Guide charges for Bhutan portion
  • Non-A/C exclusive vehicles for all transfers and sightseeing (disposal vehicles are not practiced in Bhutan)
  • Separate vehicles for India and Bhutan parts
  • Airfare/train fare, insurance
  • Personal expenses: laundry, drinks, tips, phone calls, bottled water
  • Optional activities like rafting, archery, etc.
  • Entrance fees for monuments and museums
  • Extra sightseeing or vehicle use beyond itinerary
  • GST (5%) and TCS (5%)
  • Anything not mentioned under "Inclusions"
Vehicle Details:
  • India Part: 01 Tempo Traveller
  • Bhutan Part: 02 Toyota Hiace / similar

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