Bhutan Road Trip
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Overview
So, this year explore your hidden Happiness surrounded by iconic monasteries & great scenic beauty
Highlights of the trip
- Awe-Inspiring Landscapes
- Stunning Architecture
- Experience a rich culture
- Night life of Thimphu & Paro
- Find your zen in the Dzongs – visit the country’s glorious dzongs, used as much for administrative purposes as they are celebratory and religious
- Hike to the cliff-clinging Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Travel suggestions:
- Ensure that you land/arrive into Bagdogra latest by 11 am as we will depart from the airport by 11.30 am on Day 1
- Take a flight/train post 11.30 am on Day 8
Cost:
- Per Person (Ex-Bagdora) - ₹43,999/-
- Per Person with Direct Flights (Ex-Mumbai) -
- Batch 1 - 28th Sept to 5th Oct - ₹58,999/-
- Batch 2 - 17th Nov to 24th Nov - ₹63,999/-
Included/Excluded
- Airport Transfers (i.e. Transport from Bagdogra to Phuentsholing and back)
- All transport within Bhutan in a Toyota Hiace/Coaster or a bolero/similar
- Accomodation in 3* Hotels
- Breakfast (Day 2 to Day 8) & Dinner (Day 1 to Day 7) at all hotels
- All permits
- Local Bhutanese Guide
- Sustainable Development Fee - 1200 Per Night Per Person (Total 6000)
- Travel Insurance
- Pre & Post-Trip support
- Wandering Souls Merchandise
- Train/ Air fare till NJP/Bagdogra (We can help you in booking flights or can book it for you)
- Lunch on all days
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Entry Fees to any monuments are not included
Tour Plan
Day 1 - Bagdogra Airport to Phuentsholing | Overnight at Phuentsholing
Reach Bagdogra airport by 12.00 pm. After a brief introduction, we will move towards the border town of Phuentsholing. It is a 4-hour drive through acres of tea gardens and countryside. Once we reach the border a huge ornate gate welcomes us to Bhutan. We will spend the night at Phuentsholing.
Day 2 - Phuentsholing to Thimphu | Overnight at Thimphu
- Start your morning drive to Thimphu after breakfast, passing through Bhutan's stunning countryside.
- Enjoy scenic mountain roads, forests, waterfalls, and quaint villages along the way.
- Pause at Chuzom Bridge to admire the confluence of Paro and Thimphu rivers, with a royal portrait welcoming you to Bhutan.
- Arrive in Thimphu by evening and check into your hotel.
- If time permits, explore the unique city, known for its absence of traffic lights, or browse local markets.
- Stay overnight in Thimphu, ready for more adventures tomorrow.
Day 3 - Thimphu Museum | Journey to Phobjikha | Overnight at Phobjikha
- After breakfast and check-out, we'll explore a museum showcasing Bhutanese culture.
- Next, we'll head to Phobjikha Valley via Dochu La Pass, offering stunning Himalayan views.
- At the pass, we'll enjoy hot tea/coffee at the café while admiring the scenery.
- We'll visit the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens, honoring soldiers who perished in "Operation All Clear" in 2003.
- Then, we'll continue to Phobjikha for an overnight stay.
Day 4 - Gangtey Monastery | Journey to Phunaka | Overnight at Punakha
- Begin your day with a delicious breakfast and prepare for the day ahead.
- Our first destination is Gangtey Monastery, also known as Gangtey Gompa, a significant monastery of the Nyingmapa school of Buddhism.
- Later, we'll journey to Punakha. Following lunch, we'll embark on a brief hike to Chimi Lhakhang, also known as the temple of fertility, dedicated to Lam Drukpa Kuenley, the Divine Mad Man.
- This site is renowned as the origin of Phalluses, symbolizing fertility and protection, where couples seeking children often seek blessings.
- Our day concludes with a visit to the Suspension Bridge, offering breathtaking views of the river and valley.
- Check-in at the hotel for an overnight stay in Punakha.
Day 5 - Punakha to Paro | Overnight at Paro
- Start your day with a hearty breakfast.
- After breakfast, prepare to visit Punakha Dzong, serving as the administrative hub of Punakha District in Bhutan.
- Subsequently, prepare to depart for Paro.
- Upon arrival in Paro, check-in at the hotel.
- Enjoy a delicious dinner and settle in for an overnight stay in Paro
Day 6 - Trek to Tiger’s Nest | Overnight at Paro
- After breakfast, prepare for an enchanting experience in Bhutan.
- Today's highlight is a visit to the renowned Taktsang Monastery, famously known as Tiger's Nest Temple, situated 11 kilometers from Paro.
- Embark on a scenic hike through picturesque pine forests to reach the awe-inspiring Taktsang Monastery.
- The hike typically spans 2-4 hours, contingent upon individual pace, culminating at one of Bhutan's most sacred sites, clinging miraculously to a sheer cliff face 900 meters above the valley.
- After immersing ourselves in the monastery's tranquility, commence the return journey to Paro.
- Explore the Paro Market
- Relax and unwind with an overnight stay at the hotel in Paro.
Day 7 - Paro to Phuentsholing | Overnight at Phuentsholing
- After breakfast, prepare to commence your return journey.
- Board your transfers and embark on the scenic road journey back.
- Enjoy the picturesque landscapes as you cross Phuentsholing to reach India..
- Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in Phuentsholing .
Day 8 - Phuentsholing to Bagdogra Airport
- Early Morning checkout from the hotel
- Drive to Bagdogra Airport
- Bid farewell, marking the end of an EPIC adventure
- Look forward to a future filled with travel stories with Wandering Souls
Calendar & Prices
Things to Carry
FAQs
Can I come alone?
Yes, many of our participants are solo travellers.
Is it safe for a female solo traveller?
It is completely safe for a female solo traveller as our representatives will be there with you all the time. Moreover, most of our events have 60% female participation.
What if I have a medical emergency?
We will carry first aid kit with us. The coordinators will be first aid certified. If the problem increases, we will quickly get you to closest medical attention possible.
How will you contact me once I register?
We will be mailing you the details once you register. We will also create a WhatsApp group a 2 weeks before the trip
What is the stay like in Bhutan Trip?
Accommodation on Double sharing basis in Hotels at all destinations as per the itinerary. In an unlikely case of odd number of male/female participants 1 or max 2 rooms will be triple sharing (only where the room is big enough)
- Phuentsholing – Gadhen/Meto Pema/Orchid
- Thimphu – Druk Noryang /Pemaling/White Tara
- Phunaka – PunakhaRsd/WhiteDragon/Zhusa
- Paro – Ratna Vara /Tsherim /Pema Yangsel
Would I get cellular connectivity in Bhutan?
International roaming charges would apply on your Indian SIM cards. You can take a local sim card by showing your passport or voter id from Bhutan
What type of food will I get in Bhutan?
We will be having our Breakfast & Dinners at our stays. Lunches we will have locally during our road trip and sightseeing trips. Avg cost per meal would be around ₹200-₹300
Payment
Payment Options:
- UPI - wsouls@ybl
- NEFT - A/C No.: 046110100000183 || IFSC: NKGS0000046 || A/c Name: Wandering Souls || Type: Current || Branch: NKGSB NERUL, NEW BOMBAY
- Online through payment gateway - Click Book Now (3.5% transaction charges)
Payment Terms:
- You can book you seat by paying ₹10000 advance
- The remaining amount has to be paid 2 weeks before the trip start date
Disclaimer
Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation done by participant prior to 45 days of the Event, 10% of the advance amount will be deducted
- If cancellation done by participant prior to 30 days of the Event, 50% of the advance amount will be deducted
- If cancellation done by participant between 15 to 30 days of the Event, 100% of advance amount will be deducted
- If cancellation done by participant between 7 to 15 days of the Event, 50% of whole trip amount will be deducted
- If cancellation done by participant within 7 days of the Event, 100% of whole trip amount will be deducted
