Day | BAGDOGRA AIRPORT (IXB) / NEW JALPAIGURI (NJP) - PHUNTOSHOLING |
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1 | On arrival, guests will be received at the Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Station by our representative who will drop you to Bhutan India border. Drive to your hotel. The frontier town, it is a thriving commercial centre, situated directly at the base of Himalayan foothills. It is a fascinating place where different ethnic groups mingle prominently Indian, Bhutanese and Nepalese. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at Phuntosholing. |
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Day | PHUNTOSHOLING – TRANSFER TO THIMPHU |
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2 | After breakfast transfer to Thimphu via the wonderful mystic town Gedu, which is about 9000 ft above the sea and Chukha Dam waterfalls and take halt at Chojun to take photographs of the confluence of two rivers of Bhutan, Thimpu Chu and Paro Chu, Evening upon reaching Thimphu check in at hotel. Evening free for self-activity. Overnight stay at Thimphu. |
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Day | THIMPHU (CITY TOUR) |
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3 | Post breakfast , visit Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory, Folk Heritage Museum, Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Lhakhang,Takin reserve Handicraft School and Ministry house (Tashichoe Dzong) viewpoint and Simply Bhutan Vegetable Market. Overnight at Thimphu |
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Day | THIMPHU - PUNAKHA (3937 FT / 90 KMS / 03 HRS) CITY TOUR |
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4 | Post breakfast, drive toward Punakha, stop at Dochula Pass (3,100 m), where on a sunny day, you can get stunning views of the Himalayan ranges. Continue drive towards Punakha and stop at Lobesa village and have lunch before going for a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility), it is dedicated to Lam Drukpa Kuenley (Divine Mad Man). Then drive to Punakha Dzong - the second largest and the second oldest Dzong in Bhutan. Overnight stay at Punakha. |
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Day | PUNAKHA - PARO (7200 FT / 130 KMS / 04 HRS) CITY TOUR |
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5 | After Breakfast, drive to Paro, on the way visit Tamchog Lhakhang. The temple's location on the ridge and the high rocky barren hills which serve as its backdrop makes this a good location to take pictures. Then visit Ta Dzong (National Museum). Overnight stay at Paro. |
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Day | PARO – (TIGER'S NEST HIKE OR CHALELA PASS ) |
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6 | Have early breakfast and drive up to the base of Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest). The most famous and sacred site among all the places in Bhutan. Guru Padmasambhava is said to have come riding on a flying tigress to this place and meditated in a cave for 3 months, it wasn’t until Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal came to this place and meditated there, so it gained the popularity that it has now. The present structure is said to be built in the 15th century but was destroyed by fire in 1998 and has been restored. The walk is about 2 hours till the top through wide pathways which was built during the restoration works. One hour into the climb there is a tea point from where you get a very good view of the monastery, they also serve lunch here. From there it’s about another 45 minutes climb to the 2nd view point and the highest point in the hike. Kyichu Lhakhang: Considered the oldest temple along with Jampa and Kenchosum Lhakhang in Bumthang, it dates back to the 7th century when a Tibetan King ordered 108 temples to be built in a single night to subdue a huge ogress. It was later renovated in the mid 19th century and in the late 1960's by the Grand Queen Mother. It is also considered by many to be one of the holiest places in the country. Inside the compound is an orange tree which always has oranges no matter what the season. Overnight stay at Paro. |
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Day | DEPART PARO - PHUNTOSHOLING |
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7 | After breakfast visit to Paro - Airport view point, Paro Museum and Kichu Monasterydeparture and later transfer to Phuntosholing. Evening at Leisure. Overnight stay at Phuntosholing. |
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Day | DEPART PHUNTOSHOLING - BAGDOGRA (IXB) AIRPORT (130 KMS / 5 HRS) |
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8 | After breakfast departure transfer to Bagdogra (IXB) Airport for your onwards journeys. |
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Inclusions
Accommodation on Double/Twin Room sharing basis on specified Hotel
Daily breakfast and Dinner
All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary
Driver allowance, Toll, Tax, Permit & all parking charges
SDF charges
Exclusions
Taxes as applicable
Train or Flights journey cost
Any expense of personal nature such as phone calls, laundry bills, tips etc.
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone bills, bar bills, tips & gratuity, bottled water and cost for other activities such as rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, porterage, etc.
Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary
Entrance Fees for museums and monuments
Guide, Entrance fees, Meals – Lunch
Peak season /weekend surcharge if applicable
Any kind of water sports
Rates are not valid during events & conventions,Christmas & New Year period – surcharges applicable
Anything not specifically mentioned in above inclusions
Travel Insurance
INR 1200 SDF (Sustainable Development Fee) per person per night basis to be paid for e-permit.
Arrival and Departure PCR – COVID test if required by the airline or Government bodies
Booking Instructions
Payments can be made by Cheque, Demand Draft, NEFT, RTGS or IMPS.
Cheque/Demand Draft should be in favour of "Mango Holidays India Pvt Ltd"
Tax Collection at Source (TCS) at the rate of 5% (10% if PAN not furnished) will be levied under section 206C(1G)(b) of the Income Tax Act on outbound tour services. The TCS collected will be reflected in the 26AS of the passenger in whose name invoice is raised (Lead passenger) for claiming Income Tax credit, irrespective of the person from whom payment is received. Hence the name of the person on the invoice should be confirmed at the time of booking the tour package.
In the event of cancellation of services and refund of amount, Tax collected at source under section 206C(1G)(b) of the Income Tax Act, 1961 shall not be refunded. The non-refunded TCS will be reflected in the 26AS of the passenger in whose name invoice is raised for claiming Income Tax credit.
Taxes as applicable
Exclusions
In case any sightseeing is not done due to weekly closure, an alternative sightseeing will be done for the same’.
Standard Check-in and check-out time of International hotels is usually 1500hrs and 1200hrs respectively
Please note that all rooms are based on standard category
All accommodation is subject to availability at the time of booking and the ‘next best’ alternative will be provided if your first choice is not available. Supplements may apply if the level required is not available
We reserve the right to amend/increase the cost should there be an increase in fares, taxes, fuel surcharges, security taxes or any other unforeseen circumstances
Terms & Conditions
There must be minimum 2 adults traveling together at all times
Early check-in & late checkout would be subject to availability
For guaranteed early check in / late check out, additional 1-night cost will be applicable
Rates are subject to change based on availability and date of travel
Hotel rates are not valid during trade fairs, exhibitions & special events. A surcharge will be levied
Super peak period / Conference/ Holiday season surcharges would apply
The tour cost is valid for Indian passport holders only
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