BEST OF BHUTAN 06 DAYS EX BAGDOGRA

(165 KMS, 04-4.30 HRS DRIVE APPROX)

• Arrive at Bagdogra Airport. Our representative will meet and greet you and then complete with the Pre-registration formalities of the individual at Immigration counter. After that transfer to hotel. Check into the hotel and relax.

(163 KMS / 05 HRS DRIVE APPROX)

• Later drive to Thimphu .Enroute stop at Chuzom, the confluence of Thimphu and Paro rivers. Three different style of stupas; Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese adorn this confluence.
• On arrival in Thimphu, check into the hotel.
• Afternoon sightseeing in Thimphu valley including visit to the following: Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang). Located at a short drive from Thimphu city centre, visitors can get a good overview of the Thimphu valley from the Buddha point (KuenselPhodrang). You can pay your obeisance and offer prayers to the Buddha, the largest statue in the country and then walk around and take a glimpse of the valley.
• King's Memorial Chorten continuously circumambulated by people, murmuring mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Construction of this landmark was the idea of Bhutan’s third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk (“the father of modern Bhutan”) who has wished to erect monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it serves both as a memorial to the Late King and as a monument to peace.
• The National Library, housing an extensive collection of priceless Buddhist manuscripts; the Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School) where students undergo a 6-year training course in Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts and crafts. Later visit Textile Museum, which provides insight into Bhutan’s one of the most distinct art form. Also visit Simply Bhutan, a living museum and studio encapsulating the cultural heritage of the Bhutanese people.
• Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

(THIMPHU-PUNAKHA-70 KM).(PUNAKHA-PARO 115 KM)

• After breakfast drive to Wangdi (Wangdiphodrang)
• 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 fascinating view of mountains of Bhutan. At Punakha visit Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang (Monastery), Evening you drive back to Paro.
• The Dochu La is a mountain pass in the snow covered Himalayas within Bhutan on the road from Thimphu to Punakha where 108 memorial chortens or stupas known as "Druk Wangyal Chortens" have been built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk, the eldest Queen Mother.
• Overnight at the Hotel in Paro.

After breakfast excursion to Taktshang Monastery or Tiger’s Nest (approx. 5 hours walk):

• It is one of the most famous of Bhutan’s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called ‘Tiger’s Nest’. This site has been recognised as a most sacred place and visited by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646 and now visited by all Bhutanese at least once in their lifetime. On 19 April, 1998, a fire severely damaged the main structure of building but now this Bhutanese jewel has been restored to its original splendour.
• Afternoon drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Chomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory from the approach road to the Dzong.
• Evening, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan.
• Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

• Today we head back to Phuntsholing after your breakfast. On the way back,
• Visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. Originally built as Watch Tower since 1967 it is serving as the National Museum of the country and holding fascinating collection of art, artefacts, Thangkha paintings and Bhutan’s exquisite postage stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong which has a long and fascinating history. 
• Overnight at Phuntsholing.

(155 KMS, 04 HRS DRIVE APPROX).

• After Breakfast & with packed bags, it’s time to bid goodbye to a wonderful week in Bhutan. After that we head back to Phuentsholing Terminal and exit and continue to Bagdogra for your flight. The trip ends here.

SHOPPING SUGGESTION ----There are many Buddhist Souvenir shops across the Bhutan border just 100mt from Phuentsholing Bhutan gate. You can buy good amount of souvenirs starting from prayers flags@ 50rs / Buddha statues @ 200-300Rs / Bells @ 700Rs; small Bhutanese theme bags @ 100 Rs & hand bags @ 300 Rs.You can do it on the day of arrival or on day of departure if time permits. We suggest you to do it on day 1 evening. Try out the local momos in everywhere. 

• 05 nights’ Accommodation on twin/Triple sharing basis.
• Tourist permits for Bhutan.
• Pick up/drop from Bagdogra Airport in Breeza/Dzire.
• Daily 2 meals, Breakfast & Dinner.
• A qualified & Licensed English-speaking.
• Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for permit.
• All sightseeing as per itinerary.
• Bottled mineral water daily.
• All sightseeing & transfers on sharing basis.
• Full service & assistance before, during and after you Bhutan trip.

• Any beverages (hot or cold ordered during Breakfast, lunch or dinner)
• Any other cost arising due to medical situations, political unrest or any weather-related conditions beyond our control
• Expenditure of personal nature
• Monuments and scared sites entrance fee.Approx 1000 to 3000 depending upon no of visits during whole tour.
• Tips for the guide and driver

• Land area : 38,394 square kilo metres
• Forest area : 72.5 %
• Altitude : between 240metres and 7541metres above sea level
• Inhabitants : 700,000
• Language : official language “Dzongkha”, English & Hindi widely spoken.
• Religion : Vajrayana stream of Mahayana Buddhism (Also known as Tantric Buddhism)
• Currency : Ngultrum (equal to Indian Rupee)
• Capital : Thimphu
• National Tree : Cypress
• National Bird : Raven
• National Flower : Blue Poppy
• National Sport : Archery
• National Animal : Takin
• Local time : Six hours ahead of GMT and half an hour ahead of Indian Standard Time

• You are welcome Jembalaekso
• Hello (formal) Kuzu zangpo la
• Hello (informal) Kuzu zangpo
• Nice to meet you Nga choe da chebay sem ga yi
• How are you? Gaday bay Zhui?
• I’m fine. Legshom (Layshom)
• What is your name? Chhoe gi ming ga chi mo?
• Thank You: Ka din chey la
• Good bye/wishes  Tashi Delek
• Water: Chhu
• You: Choe
• Nga: Me
• Lets go: Jo gay
• See you later! Tama che gae
• See you tomorrow Naba che gae
• No problem  Khe mi
• Sorry       Tsip maza/ Gom mathrae
• Excuse me Atsi zur nang
• How much? Ga day chi mo?
• Meal- Toh /zhay go
• Delicious Zhim bay

• Very Clear passport size photo (soft copy)
• Very Clear copy of ID –Voter Card or 06 months valid passport.(any one)
• For children below 18 --Birth certificate or passport. (any one)
• Original document to be carried at the time of travelling.
• Aadhar card not accepted in Bhutan.
• Note—on arrival permit is also possible but it is suggested to take permit before travel to avoid the long process at immigration.