Experience the combination of India and Bhutan, your trip staring form Bagdogra continue to the Darjeeling, Tiger Hill, Buddhist monasteries & colourful markets. then proceed for Capital of Sikkim, Buddist monasteries, Tibetan sites & flower orchards in Gangtok. Next we will take you to the Thimpu, Punakha and Paro amazing land of Bhutan.
Itinerary
On the day of arrival at Bagdogra airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later drive to Darjeeling.
Upon arrival at Darjeeling check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today early morning visit to Tiger Hills (8364 ft / 2550 Mts at around 04 Am) to view fetching sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). Later drive back to your hotel for breakfast, via en-route visit to Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop and spend some time with leisure activties.
After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Darjeeling, visit Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan refugee self help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
After finish your guided tour to Darjeeling, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kalimpong. Upon arrival at Kalimpong check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Kalimpong, visit Kalimpong Durpin Dara (view point), Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery, Flower & Orchid Nurseries, Dello Hill.
After finish your guided tour to Kalimpong, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Gangtok, via en-route enjoy river rafting (at your own cost) at Teesta river. Upon arrival at Gangtok check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
Evening free to explore the local market or enjoy your quality of time with leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Gangtok, visit Hanuman Tok, Ganesh Tok & Tashi View Point, later drive for rest of the points, that is the seven points - Rumtek Monastery or Banjhakri Water Falls, Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom (Closed on Sunday), Cable Car (Own Ticket), Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Do-Dul-Chorten (Stupar), Botanical Garden & flower show.
Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Phuentsholing (Bhutan Border). Upon arrival at Phuentsholing check in your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out proceed for sightseeing tour to Phuentsholing, visit Gumpha mandir, Karbandi Monastery and Zangtopelri (Dzong architecture and temple).
After finish your sightseeing tour at Phuentsholing, later continue drive to Thimphu. Upon arrival at Thimphu check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
After refresh yourself, later enjoy the walks to the nearby streets, visit local markets, enjoy street food and communicate with local people. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Thimphu, visit National Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972), Buddha Dordenma, Tashichho Dzong, BBS Tower, Government Run Handicraft Emporium, Folk Heritage Museum, National Textile Museums, National Institute of Traditional Medicine (out side view) and Zoo. However, some of the landmarks are closed in the weekends (Saturdays and Sundays).
Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Punakha, via en-route visit to Dochula Pass (3,050 Mts) that heralds the most enchanting views of Bhutan. Also visit to Talo monastery and Chimi Lhakhang. Upon arrival at Punakha check in your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong was strategically built at the confluence of the Pho Chu (male) and Mo Chu (female) rivers by the first Shabdrung of Bhutan, Ngawang Namgyel in 1637. Also visit Lingkana Palace.
After finish your guided tour to Punakha, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Paro, via en-route visit to Wangdue Phodrang, visit Wangdue Dzong and the local market.
After finish your visit to Wangdue Phodrang, later continue drive to Paro, via en-route visit to Druk Wangyel Monastery, Dochula Chorten and and Simtokha Dzong. Upon arrival at Paro check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Paro, visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong) followed by a leisurely walk to visit Rinpung Dzong. Also visit the Drukgyel Dzong, the ruined fortress where Bhutanese deterred several invasions by Tibetan army. Also visit the famous Paro Taktsang a sacred Vajrayana Himalayan Buddhist site located in the cliffside of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan. Evening, pay a visit to the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Paro airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.
Included
Accommodation at good 3 star hotels based on Twin / Double Sharing basis
2 Nights in Darjeeling
1 Night in Kalimpong
2 Nights in Gangtok
1 Night in Phuentsholing
2 Nights in Thimphu
1 Night in Punakha
2 Nights in Paro
Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs
Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.
11 Breakfast at hotel
All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows:
Passenger Vehicle type
• 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar
• 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar
• 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar
Local english speaking guide at Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok, Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha and Paro (Other Languages guide except English language guide at Additional cost and Subject to Availability)
Assistance during arrival and departure
Toy train ride at Darjeeling
Jeep ride to Tsomgo Lake
One mineral water bottle per person per day
All currently applicable taxes including GST
Excluded
International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
Visas Fee (if applicable)
Monument entry fees
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
International flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
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