Bhutan Trip
by Clipper Holidays
5 Days / 4 Nights 3 Destinations 1 Country
Thimphu (Thimpu) (1N) | Punakha (1N) | Paro (2N)
Countries Covered:
Bhutan
Arian Zwegers
Paro, bridge, dzong and Ta Dzong
Paro Dzong (aka Rinpung Dzong) is a large dzong - Buddhist monastery and fortress - of the Drukpa Li...
Paro Dzong (aka Rinpung Dzong) is a large dzong - Buddhist monastery and fortress - of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school in Paro District in Bhutan. It houses the district Monastic Body and government administrative offices of Paro Dzongkhag.
Overview
| Destinations | Thimphu (Thimpu) (1N) | Punakha (1N) | Paro (2N) | ||||||||||||||||||
| Countries | Bhutan | ||||||||||||||||||
| Regions | Central Bhutan | Punakha District | Western Bhutan | Thimphu District | Paro District | ||||||||||||||||||
| Tour Theme | City Tours & Sightseeing | ||||||||||||||||||
| Inclusions |
Accomodation/Hotels Included
Accommodation on twin sharing with Breakfast.  Meals Included
Meal Plan: CP (Breakfast Only) Private Car Included - Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- We provide exclusive Bhutan Non AC vehicles in our all packages.
- Santa Fee / Tucson for 2-3 Pax.
- Hyundai H1 / Hiace for 4-6 Pax.
- Toyota Hi Roof Hiace for 7 & above Pax. Hotel Transfers Included - Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- We provide exclusive Bhutan Non AC vehicles in our all packages.
- Santa Fee / Tucson for 2-3 Pax.
- Hyundai H1 / Hiace for 4-6 Pax.
- Toyota Hi Roof Hiace for 7 & above Pax. Tour Guide Included Guide charges (Only Bhutan Portion). Sightseeing Included
Sightseeing as per Itinerary
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| Tour Operator | Clipper Holidays | Tour Length | 5 Days / 4 Nights | ||||||||||||||||
| Tour Starts | Paro | Tour Ends | Paro | ||||||||||||||||
| Tour Type | Private | Category | Budget | ||||||||||||||||
| Age Group | Any | ||||||||||||||||||
Short Itinerary
| Day 1 | Paro Airport - Thimphu Sightseeing (Distance : 65 kms. / Driving Time : 2 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu : 2350 mts.) |
| Day 2 | Thimphu - Punakha / Wangdue - Sightseeing (Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha : 1310 mts.) |
| Day 3 | Punakha / Wangdue - Paro Sightseeing (Distance: 140 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Paro : 2280 mts.) |
| Day 4 | Paro Sightseeing |
| Day 5 | Paro Airport |
Highlights
Visit a wonderful 5 day trip of Bhutan that covers attracions like Kuensel Phodrang, (National) Memorial Chorten, Folk Heritage Museum, Punakha Dzong, Chhimi Lhakhang, Royal Botanical Park, Rinpung Dzong, Taktsang Monastery and more.
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Day 1
Paro Airport - Thimphu Sightseeing (Distance : 65 kms. / Driving Time : 2 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu : 2350 mts.)
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Meet & Greet on arrival at Paro Airport and transfer to Thimphu (7,710 ft.) the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon start for half day Thimphu sightseeing consist of Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) a place for refreshing with a huge statue of Buddha on the top of the Kuensel Phodrang, King's (National) Memorial Chorten - This Chorten was built in 1974 in a typical Tibetan style. It is also a center of worship for the people living in Thimphu. Tashichho Dzong (Fortress of the Glorious Religion) - The Dzong is the seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan) at present. & Folk Heritage Museum. |
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| Meals Included | Breakfast |
| Accommodation Included | Nirmal / Destiny |
| Overnight | Thimphu (Thimpu) |
Day 2
Thimphu - Punakha / Wangdue - Sightseeing (Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha : 1310 mts.)
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After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, On the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.). to view the higher Himalayas. Arrival at Punakha check in at hotel. After noon visit Punakha Dzong - built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. For many years until the time of the second king, it served as the seat of the Government. The Dzong was named Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo and King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck convened the first National Assembly here in 1952. After that take a short excursion trip to visit the Chhimi Lhakhang - The Temple, also known as "The Temple of Fertilit" was built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, "The Devine Mad Man". Evening free for leisure. |
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| Meals Included | Breakfast |
| Accommodation Included | Kingaling |
| Overnight | Punakha |
Day 3
Punakha / Wangdue - Paro Sightseeing (Distance: 140 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Paro : 2280 mts.)
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After breakfast drive to Paro (7,483 ft.). On the way stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Park - The park contains a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna and features a huge species of plants and animals including endangered species. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong - National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangkha, etc. Rinpung Dzong - Meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels". The dzong now serves as the administrative and judicial seat of Paro. Evening free for leisure. |
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| Meals Included | Breakfast |
| Accommodation Included | Paro Hotel / Dragon |
| Overnight | Paro |
Day 4
Paro Sightseeing
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After breakfast visit Drukgyel Dzong. Also visit famous Taktsang Monastery - called "Tiger's Nest" (2hrs hike from the base camp) & Kitchu Monastery. |
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| Meals Included | Breakfast |
| Accommodation Included | Paro Hotel / Dragon |
| Overnight | Paro |
Day 5
Paro Airport
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After breakfast check out from hotel and drop at Paro Airport for your onward journey. |
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| Meals Included | Breakfast |
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Rates On 30th Sep 2015
| Traveller | Occupancy | Remarks | Price Per Person |
| Adult (+11 yrs) | Twin/Double Sharing | 2 Person (Santa Fee / Tucson) | Rs. 17,647 |
| 4 Person (Hyundai H1 / Hiace ) | Rs. 12,627 | ||
| 6 Person (Hyundai H1 / Hiace ) | Rs. 10,247 | ||
| 8 Person (Toyota Hi Roof Hiace ) | Rs. 9,574 | ||
| Extra Bed | Rs. 4,140 | ||
| Child (5-11 yrs) | With Bed | Rs. 4,140 | |
| Without Bed | Rs. 1,501 | ||
| Infant (0-5 yrs) | Without Bed | Rs. 0 |
What's Included
Accommodations/Hotels
| Destination | Nights | Accomodation | Rating |
| Thimphu (Thimpu) | 1 Nights | Nirmal / Destiny or similar | |
| Punakha | 1 Nights | Kingaling or similar | |
| Paro | 2 Nights | Paro Hotel / Dragon or similar |
Hotel Notes:Accommodation on twin sharing with Breakfast.
Meals
Meal Plan
CP (Breakfast Only)
Private Car
- Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- We provide exclusive Bhutan Non AC vehicles in our all packages.
- Santa Fee / Tucson for 2-3 Pax.
- Hyundai H1 / Hiace for 4-6 Pax.
- Toyota Hi Roof Hiace for 7 & above Pax.
Sightseeing
Sightseeing as per the Itinerary
Tour Guide
Guide charges (Only Bhutan Portion).
Hotel Transfers
- Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- We provide exclusive Bhutan Non AC vehicles in our all packages.
- Santa Fee / Tucson for 2-3 Pax.
- Hyundai H1 / Hiace for 4-6 Pax.
- Toyota Hi Roof Hiace for 7 & above Pax.
Inclusion Notes:
- Accommodation on twin sharing with Breakfast.
- Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
- Guide charges (Only Bhutan Portion).
- Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only.
What's Excluded
- Air Fare/Train fare.
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
Entrance Fees. - Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Travel Insurance.
- Anything which is not include in the inclusion.
- FAQs
- Payment Policies
- Terms & Conditions
Note :
- Please note premium packages with Hotels like Uma Group of Hotels, Taj Tashi, Amankora rates are also available on case to case basis.
- Hotels serve both Vegetarian & Non Vegetarian food which would be basic & freshly prepared. Specific regional Indian cuisine will not be available. Only the basic Indian Vegetarian / Non – Vegetarian food can be arranged.
Permit for Bhutan:
- Indian nationals do not require any visa for Bhutan. A permit will be issued at the entry point on production of a passport or Voter ID and 04 passport size photographs.
Restricted Area Permit for Punakha / Wangdue:
- Restricted Area Permit is required to visit Punakha / Wangdue from Home Ministry of Bhutan. No charge will be applicable for this permit. Please bring 02 passport size photographs and Voter ID card or Passport of each person including child. This special permit is given only after guest has entered Bhutan. Permits are not issued on Saturday, Sunday & Govt. holidays.
Note :
- The above mentioned hotels will be confirmed as per the room availability. Otherwise we will confirm similar category.
- The rates quoted in the packages are on per person basis & valid for Indian nationals from 15th Mar 2015 to 30th Sep 2015 (High seasons surcharge will be applicable during the Festivals & Peak season).
