Bhutan
Description
Bhutan, a country resting peacefully in the lap of eastern Himalayas, is one of those very few places that can probably take you back in time. The unadulterated nature, around 73% of the land drenched in wild greenery, the flag with dragon engraved on it, the rice that is born red, the place which is believed to be haunted by multiple demons and protected by multiple gods, the innocence of the locals that still believe that snowman exists and dragons spit fire, the land that has preserved the rarest of the nomadic tribes and fauna on the list of ‘red-alert’ is what Bhutan is made up of. Not very well known amongst the tourist crowd, Bhutan indeed offers some mystical, magical places to visit for the intrepid traveler.( sikkim)
Attractions
Experience the difference that an excellent team can make as they guide you through this evolving tour market. our goal is to ensure an authentic and unforgettable life-changing experience for everyone.
Accommodation
Hotels which are near to the location, attractive public rooms, comfortable and spacious bedrooms and bathrooms, attentive service, good breakfasts and most comfortable.
Food
We provide buffet food with quality food services. Most of us have fond memories of food from our child hood. Whether it was our mom’s homemade or an outside food. Serving carries most important part of our expectation.
Provisional Itinerary
BANGALORE / HOWRAH : Departure from Bangalore to Howrah by Mys Howrah Exp at 03.30 Am. (Train No. 22818). All are requested to assemble at bangalore city railway station at 2.00 Am.
HOWRAH / SEALDAH / HASIMARA : Arrive at Howrah railway station by 2.50 pm.On arrival transfer to Sealdah railway station and departure to hasimara by Kanchankanya Express at 8.30 Pm. Train No: 13149.
HASIMARA / PHUENTSHOLING/ PARO (BHUTAN) : Arrive at Hasimara railway station by 10.35 am. On arrival transfer to Phuentsholing (298Mts /977Fts), a small town at the Indo-Bhutan border. Have your lunch in an Indian Hotel. Post lunch Immigration formalities will be done and you will be transferred to Paro (149 kms / 04 hrs) which lies at an elevation of 2300m. Thimphu lies in a beautiful valley, sprawling up a hillside on the west bank of the Thimphu Chhu River and has a total area of about 1,809 sq. kms. Evening Check in at Hotel Pegyel. After fresh up the day is free at leisure. Be sure to sink your teeth into momo kopi, steam dumplings filled with finely chopped cabbage, onions, cheese and butter. Overnight at Hotel in Paro.
PARO : After breakfast drive 12kms north of Paro to hike to Tango (Horse’s Head) monastery. It will take about 45 minutes to hike to the monastery. Tango Monastery is a Buddhist college, and it’s the residence of the Desi Tenzin Rabgye, a young boy who is the reincarnation of the 16th-century monk who built Tango. Visit Ta Dzong, one of the finest natural museums in South Asia. Also visit Rinpung Dzong which is in the same location as Ta Dzong, built in 1645 to defend the valley against Tibetan Invaders. Post lunch visit Nya-mey Zam: or “the bridge with no fish” is the bridge that connects Paro town to the dzong. It is one of the finest specimens in Bhutan and locals believe that if one sees a fish in the river, it is an ill omen. The earlier bridge which could be folded during war was washed away by flood in 1969. Evening at your own leisure. Overnight in Paro.
PARO / THIMPU (47 kms aprox 2 hrs journey) : After breakfast check out from the hotel. Transfer to thimpu and check in at HOTEL SAMBHAV. After lunch visit the Indigenous hospital where traditional old art of healing is still practiced, Art & Craft school, National Library, Royal goldsmith workshop and Handicraft centers. Memorial Chorten built in the memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, 15th Century Changangkha monastery, Motithang mini zoo to see the rare “Takin” national animal of Bhutan and drive further down with good view of the Thimphu valley. Visit the new Drupthob nunnery temple. Evening at your own leisure. Overnight in thimpu.
THIMPU / PHUENTSHOLING (Approx – 6hrs drive) : After an early fresh up and breakfast check out from resort & transfer to Phuentsholing Enjoy the mountain view drive. Check in at hotel NAMGAY ANANAD. Afternoon go for a local city tour covering some on your way visit Amo Chhu – the Crocodile Breeding center , Zangtho Pelri Lhakhang & Karbandi Monastery .Evening at your own leisure. Overnight at Phuentsholing.
PHUENTSHOLING / SILGURI : After fresh up and breakfast checkout from the hotel and departure to silguri.check in at hotel. After lunch visit to siliguri sightseeing places Kali Mandir – Located near the Sevoke bridge, the Kali mandir is a Hindu temple positioning the shrine of Goddess Kali. The temple is crowded with the devotees during the festival. Coronation Bridge – One of the most important bridges of all the others, Coronation bridge is a magnificent British architecture named after the coronation of King George V.evening free for shoppig.after dinner night halt at silguri.
SILGURI / BANGALORE : After fresh up and breakfast visit to Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary – Situated at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas, the Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1941 to protect the Indian one-horned rhinoceros. It was declared a National park. After lunch checkout from the hotel and Departure to Bangalore by Guwahati-Bangalore Express at 2.30 PM (Train No. 12510).
BANGALORE : EN-ROUTE.
BANGALORE : Arrival at Bangalore Railway Station by 11.50 AM
2ND class Sleeper journey by Train, Veg Break Fast, Lunch, Evening Tea/ coffee, Dinner (Veg/ Non Veg), Transfers by Special Non a/c Coach, General Entrance Fees, Guide Charges, General Boating Charges, State Taxes, Sight Seeing as per the Programme and Stay at Deluxe hotels on four sharing basis.
Any Expenses of Personal Nature, Pony Charges, Speed Boat Charges, Cycling, cooli charges, trolley charges, porters, mineral water and Laundry Expenses, Usage of Refrigerated Mini-Bar in a Hotel (If Available), Local/Std/Isd Calls from Room, Transfer to Railway Station in Bangalore and Transfer Back from the Railway Station in Bangalore.
- Unused Services Are Non Refundable; Non Ex-changeable Under Any Circumstance Once Conformed
- We accept one staff complimentary for every 10 paid students
- Mode of payment 50% Advance at the time of confirmation, Balance payment before the trip.
- Taxes will be extra as per the govt rule
- Although Bhutan welcomes foreigners these days especially for those on their last minute all inclusive holidays, the country is extremely conscious regarding its culture.
- The greeting in the Bhutanese language Dzonkha for hello is Kuzu Zangpola, and says Tashi Delek for good bye or good luck.
- All the citizens, except India and Bangladesh, need VISA to enter into Bhutan.
- VISA should be applied minimum 30 days before you plan to visit Bhutan.
- One needs Route Permits to travel in Bhutan and this is provided by the Immigration office at Thimphu.
- Either carry Nu (Bhutan’s currency) or INR (Indian Rupees).Both is accepted in Bhutan, though 500 and 1000 Indian rupee notes might not be as easily accepted.
- Use right hand while giving or receiving something. Pass the holy sites keeping them on your right side.
- US dollars are pretty widely accepted in Bhutan, but you are still advised to exchange some of your currency to Bhutan’s currency i.e. ngultrum (Nu) or Indian Rupee for buying small items and for the really remote places. There are not many ATM machines nearby except major cities like Thimphu, where also international ATM/credit cards might or might not work.
- Do bring MasterCard – NOT Visa or other credit cards. Banks, ATM’s will NOT give cash on a Visa credit card in Thimphu or Paro and other areas as well and only a few merchants will take credit cards.
- Make sure you take off your footwear before you enter into any religious place.
- You are advised to dress discretely and modestly in Bhutan. If you’re visiting any Bhutanese temple (Tsechu), they’d admire you if you wear their national dress gho & kira. Also make some donation to Tsechu.
- Foreign nationals are not permitted to carry Indian rupees across the border to and from India.
- Buying and selling of antiques is strictly forbidden in Bhutan.
- Don’t jump to give toys or treats to children in exchange for photo offers. Locals are careful not to breed a generation of children who beg tourists, as happens – but adults likely will not object out loud out of politeness.
- Voter Identity Card
- Passport
- Passport Size Colour Photograph (2 NOS)
- Driving License
- Pan card
- Ration card
- School / college Identity Card with Photo for those who are less than 18 Years
- Bank passbook with photo attested