Thunder Dragon ‘Bhutan’

Daily Tour 06 Nights / 07 Days Availability: April 1, 2019
Paro International Airport, Airport Road Paro, 12001, Bhutan Bhutan

Capital of Bhutan, Thimphu gives a chance to visit picturesque scenery as well as offers cafes, bars, nightclubs, discotheques, and restaurants. We can see an impressive fusion of tradition and modernity here. Thimphu is a center of traditional Bhutanese art, architecture, and culture. There are various attractions in Thimphu such as the National Post Office, the Clock Tower Square, the Motithang Takin Preserve, Tango and Chari Monasteries, Buddha Dordenma, National Memorial Chorten, Centenary Farmers Market.

In the heart of the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan, there is a small and peaceful town Punakha that retains the historic charm. This place has many experiences to offer. The scenic views of Himalayas, sounds of the Mo Chhu and Po Chhu rivers, the beauty of this gorgeous valley, majestic Punakha Dzong, home to the endangered white-bellied herons awaken the nature lover within you.

The beautiful Paro valley is the widest and greenest valleys of Bhutan. Surrounded by lush rice fields and peaceful Paro River which flows down the valley, this heart of Bhutan stands as one of the best Bhutanese towns. The scenic beauty is for photographers and nature lovers to explore every richness of this place on foot. Paro is an ideal blending of ancient history and breath-taking natural beauty, with a healthy part of modern life in it.


DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai (Google Map)

DEPARTURE TIME
Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED
  • 6-night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned above hotels or equivalent.
  • Assistance at the airport
  • Meal plan as mentioned above
  • Services of a Trip Leader will be as per the itinerary for Bhutan Portion only
  • Transfer & Sightseeing as per the itinerary by Non Ac Car / Jumbo Hiace for minimum 4 pax (Not at Disposal)
  • 01 Bottle water per person per day
  • All applicable Transfers & Sightseeing by Specified vehicle which will not be at disposal and will be exclusively
    used for the guest as per the itinerary only (on point to point basis). Concept of the vehicle on disposal is not a practice in Bhutan. The vehicle + Trip Leader (Guide) will be with the guest from (0900 Hrs till 1700 Hrs).
  • Drivers allowances, toll taxes, and Govt. Service Tax

NOT INCLUDED
  • Cost for supplementary service, optional Tours, Up-gradation Charges, Sightseeing entrance fees.
  • Cost for Airfare, Train fare, Insurance Premiums, Rafting Charges.
  • Cost for service provided on a personal request.
  • Cost for personal expenses such as laundry, bottled water, soft drinks, incidentals, porter charges, tips, etc.
  • Cost for any other service not mentioned under the “Cost Includes” head.
  • The difference in cost arising due to extra usage of vehicle, other than scheduled & mentioned in the itinerary.
  • The difference in cost arising due to mishaps, political unrest, natural calamities like – landslides, road blockage, etc. In such a case, extra will have to be paid on the spot by the guest directly.

PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS:

  • In Thimpu, visit Trashichhoedzong, National Library, Arts & Crafts School, Handicrafts Emporium and Memorial Chorten stupa
  • Stopover at Dochula pass
  • In Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong and the local market
  • Simtokha Dzong- the oldest fortress of the Bhutan Kingdom
  • In Paro, visit Ta Dzong – the National Museum of the Kingdom, and Rinpung Dzong
  • Services of English-speaking guide during sightseeing tours
  • Assistance at airport and sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Start From Paro and End in Paro

NOTES:

  • Valid Voter Id or Passport Required for Bhutan Travel
  • Ta Dzong – Paro (national museum) and Ta Dzong – Trongsa (museum): closed on Sun & Mon
  • National Library – Thimphu: closed on Sat, Sun & Government Holidays
  • Folk Heritage Museum – Thimphu: closed on Government Holidays and on Sat open from 10.30 a.m to 1.00 p.m. and on Sun open from 11.30 a.m to 3.00 p.m
  • Textile Museum – Thimphu: Closed on Government Holidays and on Sun and on Sat open from 9.00 a.m to 4 p.m.
  • Institute of Zorig Chusum (Painting School or Arts & Crafts School) – Thimphu: Closed on Sun & Government
  • Holidays and on Sat open from 10 a.m to 12 o’clock
  • Institute of Traditional Medicine – Thimphu: Closed on Sat, Sun & Government Holidays
  • Post Office: Closed on Sat, Sun & Government Holidays and other days open from 1000-1700
  • Paro Dzong opens till 1700 hrs.
  • Trashi Chhoe Dzong, Thimpu: Open from 5-6pm from Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm on Sat & Sun, 8 am to 5 pm in winter on Sat & Sunday.
  • Above rates are subject to change due to tariff revision by Tourism Council of Bhutan (TCB), major exchange rate fluctuation, royalty or visa fee the revision or in case new taxes are being imposed by govt. of Bhutan.
  • Bhutan is a Tobacco-Free country and hence Tobacco is not easily available. One can carry up to 250 cigarettes for personal use by declaring at customs upon arrival and paying appropriate duty @ 200%. Most of the hotels have both smokings as well as non-smoking rooms however they prefer no smoking in the rooms because most of the hotels are made of wood.
  • One bottle of liquor per person is allowed to be imported Duty-Free.
  • Do not carry Indian Rs. 500/- or Rs. 1000/- currency notes. It is illegal
  • Santa Fe / Tucson for 2-3 Pax & Hyundai H1 / HI ace for 4-6 Pax
  • Hotel Check-in 1400hrs and check out 1200hrs (Subject to availability)
Day 01 Paro Airport – Thimphu

On arrival at Paro Airport and after completing your Visa / Permit formalities you will be received by our Bhutan representative who will assist you in boarding your vehicle for transfer to Thimphu (2320Mts / 7656Fts, 65 Km / 01½ to 02 Hrs), Thimphu is the capital town of Bhutan. Evening free at Leisure. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02 Thimphu Sightseeing

After breakfasts go for Thimphu sightseeing covering Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodong), Changangkha Lhakhang (Monastery), Motithang Takin Preservation Centre, Drupthob Goemba / Zilukha Nunnery, National Library (Closed on Saturday, Sunday & National Holiday), Institute for Zorig Chusum (Traditional Art & Craft School-Closed on Saturday, Sunday, National Holiday & During Summer & Winter Vacations), Textiles Museum (Handicrafts Shops – Closed on Saturday, Sunday & National Holiday), Zangthopelri Lhakhang (Monastery). Overnight at Hotel.

Day 03 Thimphu – Punakha / Wangdi

After breakfast drive to Punakha (1200Mts / 3936Fts, 77 Km / 03 to 3½ Hrs)/ Wangdi (Wangdiphodrang) (1350Mts / 4430Fts, 70 Km / 03 to 3½ Hrs). Punakha / Wangdi is the last town on the highway before entering Central Bhutan. The drive is over Dochu La pass (3080Mts / 10102Fts) which is very scenic with a fascinating view of mountains of Bhutan. Visit Punakha Dzong, If time permits visit the Suspension Bridge and then proceed to Chimi Lhakhang (Monastery). Overnight at the Hotel in Wangdi.

Day 04 Punakha / Wangdi

After breakfast today you the Punakha Valley or can even take the Rafting Options on Punakha River. Back to the hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
OR
Punakha / Wangdi – Gangtey Excursion – Punakha / Wangdi
Today the day started early for the full day excursion to Gangtey & Phobjikha Valley (3000Mts /9845fts, 85Kms / 3 to 3½ Hrs One way ) The valley of Gangtey is one of the most beautiful spots in Bhutan. At Gangtey visits Black Necked Crane Information Centre, Gangtey Goempa (Monastery), Back to the hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 05 Punakha / Wangdi – Paro

After breakfast transfer to Paro (2134Mts / 7000Fts, 135 Km / 05 Hrs). Enroute Stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Garden. On arrival Paro, check in to the hotel. Afternoon free at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 06 Paro

After breakfast go for Paro Sightseeing covering Drukgyel Dzong (Presently closed for tourist), Ta Dzong (National Museum-Closed on Saturday, Sunday & National Holiday), Rinpung Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang (Monastery), Back to the hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
OR
Paro – Full Day hike to Taktsang Lhakhang (Tiger’s Nest) Start the day early for a day hike to Taktsang Lhakhang (Tiger’s Nest Monastery) – The hike which is all the way uphill takes about 2 /3 hours one way through pine forests. Afternoon at leisure to go shopping in the market. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 07 Paro Airport

After breakfast check out from hotel and drop at Paro Airport for your onward journey. End of Services.

Paro International Airport, Airport Road Paro, 12001, Bhutan

5 Reviews

  1. avatar
    Roshni Khan
    5:23 pm - July 8, 2019 / Reply

    Overall the experience was good, this was my first trip with Regal holidays and looking forward to considering it for future trips.

    4
  2. avatar
    Prit Suthar
    5:28 pm - July 8, 2019 / Reply

    All the services provided by Regal holidays were good. Some issues were faced at Thimphu regarding accommodation, but in just one call to the owner, he solved the issue immediately. So impressed with his services.

    5
  3. avatar
    Vijay Patel
    5:29 pm - July 8, 2019 / Reply

    It’s nice to visit Bhutan. Very beautiful and peaceful. It’s one of the most beautiful tours I ever had in my life. Hotels were very comfortable. Bhutan has lots of beautiful places to visit. Thanks to Mr. Jigiesh Bhatt for planning such a beautiful trip.

    5
  4. avatar
    Sakshi Pandya
    5:29 pm - July 8, 2019 / Reply

    We were very happy with the travel experience we had from Bhutan. The cab driver was very gentle. Thank You and Your Team for the wonderful Trip we had.

    4
  5. avatar
    Yagnik Joshi
    2:40 pm - July 9, 2019 / Reply

    I have previously planned my trip to Himachal Pradesh with Regal Holidays. They are well organized. So, I have planned my Bhutan trip with Regal holidays only. And my this trip was also comfortable. Hotels were good.

    4

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Hotels Offered:

City
NIghts
Category A
Category B
Category C
Meal
Thimphu
2
Terma Linca Resort
Ramada Valley
Hotel Bhutan
Breakfast & Dinner
Paro
2
Naksel Boutique Resort
Tashi Namgay Resort
Soenam Tsokhang Resort
Breakfast & Dinner
Punakha / Wangdi
2
RKPO Greens
Drubchhu Resort
Damchen Resort
Breakfast & Dinner

Packages Offered:

PACKAGE COST IN INR
Category A
Category B
Category C
Cost Per Person when 2 Pax Travelling
67920
41460
30972
Cost Per Person when 4 Pax Travelling
63120
36756
26268
Cost for Extra Adult
45120
26340
12096
Cost for Child with Bed
39480
20688
9672
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Starting From ₹30,972.00 (Per Adult) ₹9,672.00 (Per Child)

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